As a career counsellor, I'm often telling jobseekers that relying solely on agencies to tout their CVs is a mistake. Although it is certainly one way of marketing your credentials, it's just as important to create your own personal action plan. So,...Read More
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5 new ways to market your CV
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7 ways to stay positive for post-redundancy jobseekers
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When I was made redundant two years ago, just before Christmas, I knew I was in for a tough time. The recession was kicking in, and with December and January being quiet months for recruitment, it couldn't have happened at...Read More
Is work experience really the way in?
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Let me tell you a short, but sweet, story. Here at Totaljobs Group, we gave someone an opportunity to work for us after they volunteered to do a two week placement, free of charge. He proved himself to be committed, reliable,...Read More
More flexible jobs = more options for jobseekers
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Some potential good news for job seekers after a more flexible role or for those looking to get back into work after a period out of the labour market - for example, women after having children.The government has called on...Read More
CV achievements: show how you can shine
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Your CV should always include achievements as they reveal much about your ambition and your potential value to a company. The most impactful achievements will tell a recruiter what you did and what the result was. When you...Read More
Temping is not just for Christmas
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Taking on a Christmas temp role may not only be the answer to your short term dilemma: it could get your foot in the door, and lead to a permanent role. Despite the recession, lots of companies are starting to...Read More
Networking - hate being a bit pushy and selling yourself? Tough - get over it
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Here, I would like to point out the importance of NETWORKING up with contacts to help you find another job -- and not just online social networking sites like LinkedIn, but also ex colleagues, friends, family and anyone who you...Read More
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