Job Tips
Are you likeable?
| Being likeable is one of the key parts of interview success and can be vital in ensuring that your interviewer wants to employ you.
Overcome interview nerves
| Whether it is an audition or an interview - how can you let your talent shine through without being overshadowed by nerves?
Dealing with trick questions
| We’ve all been thrown a curve ball in an interview, but here’s how to deal with some of the most common trick questions that interviewees are thrown.
Don't fear failure
| There’s no denying that the cold, hard sting of failure can make you feel like running for the hills, but that’s no reason to succumb to its overwhelming power.
Dress for success
| Whether we like it or not, fashion has a way of revealing hidden aspects of our personality, and a good dress sense can make a damn good first impression.
The importance of being able to write
| Nowadays, being able to write is a commodity, a universal skill that translates across all industries. Time and time again, employers have stated that “if you can write, then you’re in the business.”
Identify your strengths and weaknesses
| One of the most common job interview questions asks you to identify your own personal strengths and weaknesses. This can be a particularly tricky answer to come up with on the spot.
Keep a portfolio
| These days, employers don’t just want to know that you’re qualified for a job, they want to see concrete proof that you are great at what you do. Keeping a portfolio of your work is a great way to demonstrate your many talents.
Keep a check on your internet life
| We all have some form of social media that might show us in a not so flattering light. But did you know your future employer might also be looking at it?
Avoid corporatespeak
| Rather than try impress employers with how clever you are, speak plainly and clearly.
Define your goals
| Sometimes we take jobs because they’re close to what we want. Sometimes we take jobs because we need the money. And sometimes, we end up settling for a job right now rather than the dream.
How will the interview be structured?
| While interviews aren’t always the same, they often follow a pretty general structure that once you’re aware of can help you prepare for what to expect.
When it's your turn to ask the questio...
| The end of the interview is an important part of the process, and your chance to demonstrate how interested you are in the role.
Why did you leave your last job?
| Don't fall into the trap of bemoaning your past employers, the only person you'll criticise is yourself.
What to wear to an interview
| Whether your male or female you really want to avoid looking like you're heading to the Spring Races.
Where do you see yourself five years f...
| The best answer to this question shouldn’t be “Your boss” or “Retired drinking mimosas on the beach in Mexico”. a generic answer that equates to brown nosing, but rather an imaginative response that outlines how you ...
Learning from your mistakes
| Aside from the sigh of relief that it’s over, what else should you do after an interview? More than anything an interview can be a learning opportunity and there’s a few ways that you can get something out of it – even if ...
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