A Close Shave
How many times have you been told “When you go into the interview make sure you look smart, corporate and (for the boys) clean shaven!” and how many times have you not done it?! It’s surprising how often interview success can…
Sorry Dad, accountancy isn’t for me!
We know how it feels. You don’t know what career you want to choose but your parents keep adding pressure? They’re trying to help but your heart’s set on a different direction. Sometimes you just need to say ‘sorry Dad,…
The Final Four Candidates in the Rugby World Cup
Little over a month ago there were 20 candidates beginning their journey, a rigorous process has produced 4 teams with impressive CV’s. Although there are candidates with arguably stronger CV’s that haven’t made it through the process, these 4 performed…
Swing Low, Sweet Recruiters
I was lucky enough to have a ticket to watch England v Wales in the second round of the World Cup on Saturday. Although the result wasn’t exactly desirable (as an England fan), this got me thinking. Maybe England need…
The Who, What, Why, How, When and Where of Jobsearch
Finding yourself at a career cross-roads? Need a little help? The who, what, why, how, when and where of jobsearch will help! Who? 2015 Graduate- don’t have a clue what to do when you finish? You are about to finish…
Recruitment is Evolving
Recruitment is a hard core, direct sales role and you can never get away from that. Sales will always have targets, rejection, cold calling and challenges. Recruitment has often been associated, with long hours, aggressive management styles, KPI’s for everything…
I’m an Oil and Gas Recruiter, Get me out of here!
With oil prices taking a significant tumble, oil and gas recruiters are finding the market significantly tougher than 12 months ago. Apparently this is not just a glitch that will see prices restored in a few weeks, but something that is likely…
Estate Agency was so 2014!
It is no secret, especially to those in London that property last year was selling like hot cakes. Estate Agents across the capital would have been thinking they were on a journey similar to that of Jordan Belfort, earning large…
Prior Preparation Prevents Piss Poor Performance
Over the last 11 years, I have interviewed A LOT of people, both experienced and trainee candidates. From my experience I can draw the conclusion that those candidates that perform the best in interviews are the ones who are themselves…