by Margaret Buj | Aug 25, 2017 | achievements, boss, Career Advice, confidence
This article is part of the “Career Development and Self-Promotion Tips” series.Ask employers what they value in their staff, and they will reel off traits such as “high achieving” and “hard working”. But when it comes to actually valuing such qualities,... by Margaret Buj | Sep 5, 2015 | a blog, a job, achievements, presentation, presentation skills
If you have managed to negotiate your way through the preliminary selection processes and have been shortlisted for the final interview, you really need to get your act together so that you make the best impression on that day. Rather than putting your interviewers in... by Margaret Buj | Aug 31, 2015 | a blog, a job, achievement, achievements, leadership, qualifications
As you know, getting a job is a job in itself. The term ‘job hunt’ is an apt one. Often you really do feel that you are on the hunt for an elusive prey. Sometimes the temptation to give up and take that promotion to manager of the fast food joint, or bar you worked in... by Margaret Buj | Aug 9, 2015 | a blog, a dream job, a job, achievements, education
The majority of clients I speak to as a recruiter and interview coach use online job boards as their primary source of finding opportunities. However, according to many sources, less than 20-30% of hires come from job boards. Applying to hundreds of jobs online... by Margaret Buj | Aug 9, 2015 | a blog, a job, achievement, achievements
Many people put their job search on hold until September. And of course summer is the perfect time to go away and recharge your batteries. However, if you’re serious about changing jobs, I wouldn’t recommend slacking off on your job search during the summer for... by Margaret Buj | Jun 28, 2015 | a blog, a job, achievements, Blog, hiring managers, impress, job interviews, Job Search
If you’re a job seeker and interviewing with many companies, you might be wondering: What does it actually take to get a job offer? Landing a job can be tough. Many companies have smaller budgets and when several people have an input into a hiring decision and they...
