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2 Ways To Prove Your Value On A Resume (Or LinkedIn Profile)
This article is part of the "LinkedIn tips" series. I still remember my shock at seeing clichés similar to “I can work on my own initiative as well as part of a team” in 19 out of 20 applications I had received for the first role I was recruiting for when I started my...
Phrases to delete from your resume and LinkedIn profile
This article is part of the "LinkedIn tips" series.I still remember my shock at seeing clichés similar to “I can work on my own initiative as well as part of a team’ in 19 out of 20 applications I’ve received for the first role I was recruiting for when I started my...
Resume Etiquette – Do’s & Don’ts for a Modern Resume Template
The infographic is courtesy of Resume Templates A resume is nothing short of an entry ticket to the all important interview that takes you one step closer to the high profile job you want. HR managers receive resumes by tens and hundreds for a single job opportunity...
A new tool to help you be more productive in the New Year
With the New Year in hand, most of us have ambitious plans and a huge laundry list of things we want to get done. It might consist of writing, getting more organized at work, or whatever you envision yourself becoming this year. But like many of us, as the year goes...
Five out-of-the-box CV ideas
So you’ve spent weeks applying for every suitable job vacancy, but you do not seem to be making any head way at all, this may be because for every job that is posted, there are approximately 250 applicants. This high level of competition means it is absolutely crucial...
Top tips to help you start a career in oil and gas industry
Starting a management, sales, or marketing career in the oil and gas industry? Here’s what you need to know: Getting a career in the oil and gas industry can be very rewarding. There's a lot of work in it, since oil is an important commodity that runs businesses...
5 tips for landing your dream job through social media
If you’re looking for a new job right now, you can expect to find an increasing number of opportunities via social media platforms. Here are my 5 tips for landing your dream job through social media. Build your reputation and position yourself as an expert through...
How to get more interviews in a competitive job market
In my recruitment job, one of the biggest mistakes I see is job seekers using the same CV for every job vacancy without tailoring it to specific jobs. Tailoring your CV/resume for each job you are applying for might sound like a time consuming task, but it can...
Advanced Video Chat Interview Techniques
In a recent survey conducted by OfficeTeam in the US, six in every ten HR managers reported using two-way Internet based video chat to interview job candidates. The 500 HR managers who participated in the survey reported pressure to cut costs and interview greater...
Meet the Robots Reading Your Resume – Infographic
This graphic was originally posted on www.hireright.com
