The issue surrounding the gender pay gap and equality between men and women has long been a source of discussion, particularly in the workplace. New research by Adzuna.co.uk analyzed over 1.2 million job ads since 2014 to see whether there is gender biased language in UK job ads. Results revealed that around 60% of all UK industries displayed bias towards men when writing job ads, with 17% […] Read more »
What Skills Should You List On Your Resume?
Looking for a job but failing to get interviews? If so, your resume skills section might be holding you back. In this day and age, recruiters are on the lookout for people with the right skill set. Relying on your previous work experience might not be enough to catch their eye. It’s no longer going to suffice to just list five things in your resume’s […] Read more »
10 Skills You’ll Need to Thrive in 2020
“Disruptive” has been a buzzword in the tech industry because of the common characteristic of many of its major players: they all seek to change the world somehow, and in doing so, shake up or “disrupt” the status quo. However, disruptive is not a new term. In fact, all of the industrial revolutions the world has experienced share this common denominator. They all sought to […] Read more »
5 Minute Resume Hacks
Let’s face it. Writing a resume is not an easy task. It takes time, sweat, and effort. And when you finally get it done, it just doesn’t seem to work. You keep sending it, and you don’t get a response from recruiters. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be like that. If you know how to make a resume that is attractive to employers, you can […] Read more »
The Job Seekers Guide
This infographic aims to help, and provide tips, on how job seekers can make their way through the world of recruitment. Giving a history of recruitment that goes back to ancient Egypt, it aims to provide insight into the hiring process that most job hunters lack. It follows the journey that many people have to go through to find employment and along the way it […] Read more »
Practical Tips for a More Effective Resume Layout
Layout is an important aspect of any resume. It helps the resume stand out while at the same time drawing attention to key aspects of a person’s candidacy. Unfortunately, most articles dealing with resume layouts only refer to resume design. That’s only half the picture. A good resume layout needs to take into consideration the content of the resume as well. The following infographic will […] Read more »
A Guide to Landing a Non-Medical Job in the NHS
The NHS is currently the fifth largest employer in the world and has a workforce of 1.6 million people working tirelessly in various roles throughout the organization. Aside from those on the frontline such as doctors, nurses and paramedics, there are plenty of hard-working individuals in non-medical and non-clinical roles too. These staff members working “behind the scenes” make up 49% of the NHS working […] Read more »
How to Calm Job Interview Nerves
Job interviews are usually unpredictable, and such a stressful experience. You can be perfectly ready for the interview questions and perfectly qualified for the job position. Your resume and recommendations may prove your professionalism. However, your nerves may let you down. Nobody wants to lose a chance of getting hired because of simple anxiety. That’s why it is important to control your nerves during the […] Read more »
Top 10 Interpersonal Skills to Land that Dream Job
Going for a job interview is always slightly scary but when you know that the interview is for that job you have always wanted, it can be terrifying! No worries, we are here to help. To get the job of your dreams, it is not enough to meet the job requirements; you need to go one step ahead of the other candidates. Having the right […] Read more »
Jobs of the Future
For those entering the workforce, it can be a scary time. It’s hard to know what the future may hold for many industries, but this infographic should give you some much needed direction by showing you what industries are expected to grow, and which ones to avoid. You’ve finished that degree, now get out there and take that next step in life by securing a job in […] Read more »