by Debra Mills | Jun 23, 2015 | Interview Advice, Job Hunting
To say the current job market is rough is an understatement. It’s ruthless and may seem downright hopeless at times. Finding and landing employment in the modern age calls for modern technology. Here are some of the best tech tools available that can help...
by Debra Mills | Jun 21, 2015 | CV Writing Tips
Back in the olden days—you know, maybe 1995 or so—peoples’ CVs and resumes were pretty much boring pieces of paper filled with work experience, education and references. These days, the classic resume may not be enough. Many potential employers don’t even take the...
by Debra Mills | May 26, 2015 | Career Development, Interview Advice
Making the transition from the small business world to the corporate world can be intimidating, but the opportunities for personal and professional growth are vast. There are many resources available to help make your move to a larger company a smooth one....
by Debra Mills | May 12, 2015 | CV Writing Tips
The most obvious reason you might need a CV is when you are looking for a job. However, there are many other reasons you might want to put together a CV now, even if you are not seeking new employment just now. Your work situation can change in a heartbeat. For...
by Debra Mills | Apr 15, 2015 | CV Writing Tips
“In a survey by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC), 71% of recruiters admitted to screening out a candidate because of their interests or hobbies.” Should you include an Interests & Hobbies section? NO: For an infinite number of reasons, your...
by Debra Mills | Apr 15, 2015 | CV Writing Tips
Who should be a referee? Deciding whom to use as a reference can be complicated. Your referee has to know first-hand about your job skills and personality, but also, they have to support your job application. If they do not care whether you get the job or not, the...
by Debra Mills | Apr 15, 2015 | CV Writing Tips
Tips on how to write a cover letter in 5 steps How would I write a cover letter? A job is hard to come by for the majority of people at present, no matter how qualified you are or perfect for each and every role you see advertised. Some people are in a position to...
by Debra Mills | Apr 14, 2015 | CV Writing Tips, Job Hunting
Tired of the daily grind? Want something new, exciting, challenging and rewarding? Do you want to actually feel you are making a difference? A switch of positions into the charity sector can be even more fruitful than you may have imagined, but don’t be fooled,...
by Debra Mills | Apr 14, 2015 | Career Development, CV Writing Tips, Interview Advice, Resume Writing
Questions of the Week from Career Directors International: Is a Job Objective really necessary on a CV? Coach’s Answer: There are several types of generic job objectives that are simply a waste of precious review time. However, providing key direction to a...
by Debra Mills | Apr 11, 2015 | Uncategorized
Need help with creating or updating your reference sheet / list of referees? Help with writing your own reference sheet Check your list of professional references to make sure the contact information is current. This will ensure they will be easy to locate, should you...
