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Writing a C.V can be difficult for many people as it is hard to know what an employer is looking for. Your C.V is your first impression to your potential employer, so it is important to know how to make it look as good as possible. This can be easy if you know what you should include in your C.V and a wealth of experience and qualifications will greatly improve your chances. That all being said, it is just as easy to make mistakes on a C.V that you aren’t aware of. So what are these mistakes and how can you avoid making them? This article will explore these common mistakes and help you to identify them before you send out that all important job application.   Poor formatting The first thing a potential employer will notice about your C.V is how it looks....

Congratulations! You got yourself a job. So, what next? Well, now it’s time to start said job. Yes, this is scary. So in this article we’re going to talk about the 10 things you need to remember when you start your new job, so that you are fully prepared for your first day.   Follow the companies’ dress code Every company has a different dress code. Some have a smart/casual approach, some want you to come to work in a suit and tie and some will have dress down Fridays. This will probably be outlined in the documents you get when you first start your job but if in doubt just always go ‘smart’.   Make sure you have all documents you need with you You probably had to sign a contract or similar before you come to work for your first day, so just make sure...

When applying for a job, including a cover letter helps you stand out from the crowd. A good cover letter should show that you are intelligent, well spoken, interested in the company and experienced. Cover letters are a great tool for expanding on your C.V, giving the recruiter more of an insight into your personality and dedication to work. Often, when recruiting for graduate level positions, recruiters will only view applications that include a cover letter. Here are our top tips for writing a good quality cover letter;   1. Always be professional This one seems obvious, but many people forget when writing their cover letter that it is a formal letter to their potential employer. Therefore, it is always important to remain professional when writing your...

So you have made it to interview stage but now you’re unsure what they’re going to ask. How will you know how to respond? What will you do if you don’t know the answer? Don’t panic, in this article we will go over the most common interview questions and how to prepare your answers. Often interviews will follow a very common formula of questions for their field. The aim of this article is to prepare you for the basics, when applying your own knowledge of the field you should find that your answers sound professional and intelligent.   1. What made you want to apply for this job? This is one of the most common and easy questions that an interviewer can pose to you. The answer is simple; look up the company ahead of your interview and find out as much as you...

It’s Christmas time, so it’s time for a special article. Today we’re going to talk about office Christmas parties and where it can all go wrong. The following are my top five do’s and don’ts for the office party.   DO: Have a good time. The purpose of the office party is not for you to sit in the corner while everyone else has fun. If you drink alcohol, have a few drinks and relax. If you want to dance around with your co-workers to the cheesy Christmas music, have a blast. Remember that everyone is there to have a good time, so you should too. DON’T: Have too much to drink and/or go completely crazy. One year, I attended a Christmas party for my then employer hosted at a local theatre. Part of the party was a ticket that...

When looking for work, relocating is often an option that needs to be considered carefully, especially if you are a recent graduate or young person. There are many different things that need to be considered when looking to relocate for a job, so in this article we will discuss these things and hopefully establish whether relocating is the right move for you.   How far away are you moving? If you are only relocating to the next city over from where you already live, it may not feel like you are moving at all. However, the further away from home you are moving, the more you need to consider seriously whether you are happy to take the job. Once you have moved, you have essentially committed to this job entirely, so make sure you are 100% happy with your...