It is no secret that in the 21st century employers use social media to find out more information about potential hires. Therefore, having consistent and productive social media profiles can increase your chances of landing a job or getting a promotion. These are some things that can help you stand out (in a good way) …
IT pay rises are exceeding inflation for the first time since the economic nose-dive of five years ago. IT salaries are set for further recovery over the next three years, so long as the UK economy continues to grow. Graduates moving into IT professions who offer the right set of skills and qualifications can be …
Finding a job right out of University is a daunting task that seems to be getting tougher on graduates every year. One job finding approach that has proved successful over the years has been job fairs, which may be offered at your University. Some quality preparation and understanding of the process can make any job …
This year the UK has reached the highest student recruitment rate it has seen since 2007. This has proven to be a vast improvement since the start of the recession seven years ago. The three companies with the most positions to fill are Teach First, PwC, and Deloitte, each with over 1,000 positions available. Many …
Gone are the days when a resume enjoyed little significance in landing a new job. Today, if you fail to impress any recruiter with your CV, you can take almost guarantee that your job has gone to someone else who’s submitted a better resume than you. So what actually needs to be done in drafting …
There are a number of ways to format your resume to catch the attention of a potential employer. This is influenced by your areas of strength, and what the prospective position entails. Emphasising your best qualities in a forthright way will help connect you with employers who seek your talents. What are some general tips …
It’s no secret that women are extremely outnumbered in IT, science and engineering careers. This is extremely true in technological occupations such as programming and web design. The key question is: Why do women only hold 26 percent of all IT and computer related jobs? Are Women Exposed to Tech Jobs Adequately? In most cases, …
When people think about the working conditions at Google there are many things that immediately pop into mind. Fantastic pay and benefits. The ability to choose your own projects. Free food! But everything isn’t all wine and roses, just like anywhere else there are negatives as well. If you are thinking about working at Google …
Today it is very easy to be underappreciated being a woman or even a man in the workplace. One may even be way overqualified for your position but is being passed over due to the clothing choices you are making or the way you are handling yourself. It’s essential to focus on both personal and …
In general, most people feel confident providing answers to the more typical job interview questions. However, there is one question that often comes up that can be frightening and even nerve wracking – that’s, “why do you want to work here?”. While it can be hard to provide an unique answer, experts have offered a …
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