Successful Interviewing – A Recruiter’s Guide for Candidates (Part 2)
We are continuing our top ten tips on successful interviewing, with advice from our experienced recruiters. (Successful Interviewing – A Recruiter’s Guide for Candidates Part 1) 6. Ask thoughtful questions Prepare some questions in advance to ask your interviewer to show you have done your research and are really interested in the nitty-gritty of the …
Successful Interview – A Recruiter’s Guide for Candidates (Part 1)
“Besides getting several paper cuts in the same day or receiving the news that someone in your family has betrayed you to your enemies, one of the most unpleasant experiences in life is a job interview.” Lemony Snicket, The Carnivorous Carnival Everybody has a story about their worst job interview, whether your mind went blank or you risked …
Should There be ‘Untruths’ on your CV? | Earl Street Employment Consultants
A recent survey from tech experts Crucial has revealed that 14% of Brits have lied about their technical skills on a CV. Technology is just one of the many skill sets that people have ‘stretched the truth on’ but as a recruitment agency we ask the question; is lying to obtain that job ok? Let’s …
Benefits of Work Experience
Work Experience Work experience is something most students get assigned during their time at school, college or university. Usually a week away from studies so students can experience the world of work. Stepping Into the World of Work Is a great opportunity to experience a working environment with people who work the job day in …
Random Day Off | Earl Street Employment Consultants
Random day off… Now, what to do?… A duvet day always sounds like a good idea. Most weekends the guilt of wasting a whole day in bed won’t allow you to do it, but how good does a Netflix day sound? However, if you don’t want to waste your day then at least turn the …
Strangest Email Addresses
Strangest Email Addresses One thing we come across as a recruitment company is the sometimes strange choice of emails that people provide us with. Before applying for a role your email is definitely worth considering because it gives a first impression you may not be aware of! Here’s some tips… Consider setting up a separate …
Hacked – Is your CV the Culprit? | Earl Street Employment Consultants
If you have been hacked or are at risk from hackers here’s some tips on what you could be doing without even realising… What does hacking mean? It comes in many forms; stealing personal data, credit card, bank details etc. Besides the financial risks, emails, social media and all online accounts can be effected. There …
Make the most of your lunch break | Earl Street Employment Consultants
When your day at work is busy, its all too easy to disregard your lunch break. However, aside from the fact that its important to eat in the middle of the day if you plan to be productive, there are also endless things you can do to organise your life, feel good, and ensure you have …
Funniest Lost and Found | Earl Street Employment Consultants
Lost and found, the place of mislaid items.. some never to be recovered, here’s some of the strangest.. Beloved pet Dexter went missing. He’s also happens to be an alpaca! An unusual pet to have and an even stranger one to go missing. We’re sure it’s difficult to lose an alpaca… Human Skull This …
Facts: Strange But True! | Earl Street Employment Consultants
Some quick fire random facts to make you think and brighten up your working day! Feeling a slump in your working day? Read on for some truly random facts to thrill your colleagues with… A group of Panda’s is called an embarrassment. How could such a cute, cuddly sight be called that! Australia has over …
New Career Decisions? Take a Personality Test!
It’s becoming more and more popular for companies to issue personality tests for their staff and for potential candidates. What is the point to this new phenomenon? Can a test on your personality really determine which role you’re best suited to? There is science behind this theory and not simply a multiple choice survey. Your …
Mental Health Awareness
Mental Health Awareness is a very worthy topic of conversation. Many charities such are tirelessly campaigning to break down stigmas, improve awareness of both the importance of looking after our own mental health and highlight the support networks that are available. From depression, eating disorders, obsessive compulsory disorder, generalised anxiety disorder, dementia and bi-polar …