Ways you can improve your job advertisements:
By Cham Posted Date: July 25, 2017
Finding a new candidate for that role can sometimes be a difficult task, you don’t always get the ideal person and in some cases you run ads for several weeks with little to no effect. Discussed below are some useful tips for recruiters on crafting a good job ad that will attract the right candidates and capture their attention:
- Make sure the job title (position) makes sense: When a candidate looks at a job they see the job title to determine whether it is something suited to their specific skillset. If the job title doesn’t make sense then the job seeker would skip past it and move to one that they feel is more suited. Hence its vital that the job title displayed is something that is commonly used for that position and makes sense to the reader. You can use fancy titles that sound cool, but if they have no meaning as to what the role entails then results of that job ad may not be the best...
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Things to look at when choosing a resume template:
By Cham Posted Date: July 18, 2017
A large number of job applicants make use of templates as a starting point when preparing or designing their resumes rather than creating one from scratch. There’s no problem using a template and in fact some may be ideal to land a good job because they showcase your skills and experiences very well. However, there are many resume templates on the internet and not all of them are the ideal fit for your job type and experience.
So how do you know which one to choose and what will be good for you? – This really depends on the work you do and the experience you have as well as what level of work you are looking for. Discussed below are some tips on how to choose a resume style and template that suits you...
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How you can make your first day at work a success:
By Cham Posted Date: July 11, 2017
Congratulations! - After the exhausting process of job hunting and interviews, you’ve finally secured a new job. This doesn’t mean the hard work is all over - in fact it’s just begun, now it’s time to make a good impression on your first day at the new job
Discussed below are a few of the things you can focus on to have a successful first day...
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Take Advantage Of Networking Events:
By Cham Posted Date: July 04, 2017
Regardless of your professional experience or how many years you’ve been in the workforce, networking events can sometimes be very overwhelming. You are put into a room with a number of people that you may have never met before, the most intimidating part is that you have only a limited amount of time to make an impression on them. It can be tempting to lurk in a corner and sip on your drink, maybe just talk to your colleague who has accompanied you, however it would mean you are missing out on opportunities.
Discussed below are some tips on how you can make the most of networking events, after networking is a key part of business (and even job search!):
- Have a goal when going in: You could be looking to speak to a specific person you know will be at the event, or maybe even just exchange business cards with people in a particular industry. Setting goals beforehand will make it easier to keep track of how successful you were in achieving them. Always try to lay out a strategy for the networking event...
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