Responding to – Tell me about yourself?

Responding to – Tell me about yourself?

During interview coaching I develop mock interviews for my clients.. I aim to get as close as I can to the real interview by analysing the job advertisement, job description and the company.  Then by identifying required skills and knowledge we can prepare responses...
Tips and tricks to improve your LinkedIn presence

Tips and tricks to improve your LinkedIn presence

More than ever, LinkedIn is an important tool in our job search and the ongoing development of our professional network.  As the demand for skilled professionals increase, recruiters will spend more time on LinkedIn searching for qualified candidates. Investing time...
Interviewing after the Pandemic

Interviewing after the Pandemic

The way we work has drastically changed.  More than ever we need to demonstrate initiative and critical thinking, so job interview questions are changing too. Ensure your responses to interview questions reflect the current work environment. Be able to demonstrate...
Should you Position Yourself as a Specialist?

Should you Position Yourself as a Specialist?

There is always debate regarding the employability of specialists versus generalists and how best to position yourself when job searching. As a specialist – your key strength is your knowledge and expertise in your specific area.  Your point of difference is that you...
Five Steps for Preparing for a Job Interview

Five Steps for Preparing for a Job Interview

Preparing for an interview can be overwhelming, but there are several steps you can take to improve your confidence and approach. In this article, we create a 5-point interview checklist. 1.   Review the details of the job description and research the company. Do this...