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Avoid corporatespeak

Avoid corporatespeak

ArtsHub | Rather than try impress employers with how clever you are, speak plainly and clearly.

Define your goals

Define your goals

ArtsHub | 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?

How will the interview be structured?

ArtsHub | 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...

When it's your turn to ask the questions

ArtsHub | The end of the interview is an important part of the process, and your chance to demonstrate how interested you are in the role.

Prevalent pitfalls

Prevalent pitfalls

ArtsHub | There are a few easy ways to get yourself off side with a potential employer.

Why did you leave your last job?

Why did you leave your last job?

ArtsHub | 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

What to wear to an interview

ArtsHub | Whether your male or female you really want to avoid looking like you're heading to the Spring Races.

Why were you out of work for so long?

Why were you out of work for so long?

ArtsHub | Because I dig the dole isn't a really great answer to this.

Where do you see yourself five years f...

Where do you see yourself five years from now?

ArtsHub | 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

Learning from your mistakes

ArtsHub | 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 ...