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Five things to consider when you receive a counter offer…

16th June 2021 | Career AdviceInterview TipsJob Hunting

So, you’ve handed in your notice and you’re ready to leave your job… But just as you’re about to clear your desk – your boss offers you a surprisingly lucrative counter offer. And whether it’s more money, more responsibility or a promotion, deciding whether to accept or reject a counter offer is never an easy choice. To help you decide whether to stay or go, here are five things to consider when you receive a counter offer: (more…)

Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and interview questions

7th September 2017 | Interview Tips

Emotional intelligence (EQ) is the capacity to be aware of, control, and express one's emotions, and to handle interpersonal relationships judiciously and empathetically. As Daniel Goldman’s explains in his book (Emotional Intelligence at work), it is actually a set of skills that anyone can acquire. While different employers carry various work cultures and values, a successful employee is strongly skilled in emotional intelligence. Hence, many interview questions are shaped around this...

The two main reasons you should tell the truth on your CV

7th August 2017 | Interview TipsJob Hunting

I have a few reasons to discuss this subject. However, not to keep you too long here, I'll  only cover the two main reasons you should tell the truth on your CV. Whilst it is only natural to want to exaggerate one’s skills, experiences and talents, it, categorically, must be avoided… especially if you are looking to secure a technical IT role. Yes, we get it: adding a user on Active Directory is far less exciting than being able to administer its back end. But, please, for your sake,...

Digital Marketing Interview Questions

26th May 2017 | Interview TipsJob Hunting

So you have found your perfect job within Digital Marketing, and have secured an interview. What now? Prepare, prepare, prepare is my main advice! Make sure you know the format of the interview, including what sort of questions you will be asked. Make sure you know who you will be interviewed by, where the interview will take place, how long it will take and when they are looking to make a decision. Speak to your recruiter to find out this information and make sure you ask lots of questions...

Short Notice Job Interview – 10 minutes read

11th May 2017 | Interview TipsJob Hunting

Preparing for an interview is a time consuming task and it doesn’t always go according to plan. Sometimes you may find yourself invited to an interview at very short notice – the next day! Can you be fully prepared with just 24 hours’ notice? Here are a few tips on how to prepare for short notice job interviews.   Make time and focus While you might not be able to conduct perfect preparation that would enable your best interview performance, you can prepare to perform at a...

IT support job interview questions

3rd May 2017 | Interview Tips

If you are preparing for an IT support job interview, here are a few questions and tips on ‘how to answer’ and shine at the interview. Be interested in the company and do your homework A lot of candidates attend interviews ready to talk about their CV, skills and experiences and what they can bring to the table, but they forget to be interested in the company as well as the role. Potential employers are interested in candidates who have taken a real interest in working for their...

How to lose a great job within an hour – 10 min read

21st April 2017 | Interview Tips

The average time that is considered for an in-person interview is about 45 to 60 minutes. That is why it is so important not to make the wrong impression. With that in mind, here are 10 things you should avoid in a job interview. Poor body language Your eye contact, facial expressions, handshake and posture can all hinder, or help your chance of succeeding the interview. Apparently the two most common interview mistakes are failing to make eye contacts and not smiling. It is a fact that...

What To Wear To An Interview | 3 Golden Rules

24th January 2017 | Interview Tips

So you’re searching for the next step in your career and you’ve landed yourself an interview (or two!) As well as researching the company you’re interviewing for and preparing to answer any questions that may come your way, you’ll want to start thinking about how best to present yourself in order to make a good first impression. Image isn’t everything. Ultimately an employer wants to know you have the right experience and personality to fit their role and company. That said,...