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... by Margaret Buj | Apr 2, 2015 | a job, Blog, career, graduates, job interview, job interviews, Job Search
Getting an interview is an achievement in itself as many jobs online and especially graduate roles attract hundreds of applications. However, how do you make yourself stand out among many, equally qualified candidates? Here are some tips to help you land that job:... by Margaret Buj | Mar 27, 2015 | Blog, hiring managers
Whenever I talk to clients or run a job search and interviewing workshops, I always ask about what methods they are using to find a job. The majority of candidates rely primarily on job boards, which is one of the most ineffective ways to get hired. So how can you... by Margaret Buj | Mar 23, 2015 | a blog, Blog, career, career advancement, Career Advice, personal brand, personal branding, work
Even at work, you have a personal brand. What are people saying about you when you’re not in the room? Are you giving off the right vibe to your colleagues and conveying the brand you want to at work? Developing your personal brand is essential for the... by Margaret Buj | Jan 26, 2015 | a blog, a job, Blog, career, Career Development, keywords, Linked In, LinkedIn, recruiters, resume
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...