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For jobseekers / September 9, 2021

Two top tips for creating an employable mindset

Sitting in queue for interview

In order to ensure growth of your trainees, I recommend using two simple techniques to create an “employable mindset”. Here they are.

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For jobseekers / September 9, 2021

The top 3 soft skills employers look for

Soft skills

Soft skills can be learned but young people need to go out of their comfort zone and start today. Here are the top 3 that employers value.

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For jobseekers / September 9, 2021

Do young people think networking is equivalent to nagging?

Networking

Whether you’re a Further Education provider or you’re just qualifying, find out how networking skills can be developed with these three simple exercises.

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For jobseekers / September 8, 2021

A simple guide to pitching skills to employers

Pitching in job interview

Introducing your skills and experience seems simple enough but young jobseekers often get flustered when under pressure. That is why it is crucial to set aside some time with young people and help to prepare their pitch.

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For jobseekers / September 8, 2021

Interview questions and answers

Interview questions and answers

In this article you’ll find some examples of the old favourites employers like to ask at interviews and the ideal responses you could give.

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For jobseekers / September 8, 2021

Job interview preparation – the three Ps

Job interview candidates

Job interview approaching? Remember the three Ps and you’re almost there – preparation, presentation and personality.

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For jobseekers / September 8, 2021

CV help: increase the odds of securing that interview

Employer looking at a CV in a job interview

A comprehensive guide to writing an effective CV, including structure, how to stand out and our very best CV writing tips!

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For jobseekers / September 8, 2021

Jobseekers: get the basics right!

Job interview

Some simple, but important, guidelines on CV preparation and Interview preparation, to help you get the basics right.

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For jobseekers / October 12, 2019

10 steps to spotting a bad boss

Bad boss at desk yelling

Keep these ten points in mind when sitting your next interview to reduce the likelihood of being hired by a ‘bad boss’, says Sweta Singh.

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