What will employers be looking for in a candidate during the phone interview? Employers use the phone interview as a screen test to see if candidates are fit for the job and sometimes to see if the candidate qualifies for an in-person interview. Some candidates agree to a phone interview out of curiosity rather than ... more
There’s nothing worse than getting your hopes up and then having those dreams dashed when it turns out you had completely misread the signals. It’s a difficult line to draw for the recruiters and employers: being honest without being discouraging. Breaking bad news is never a pleasant thing to do, which is why most of ... more
A performance appraisal typically involves the boss conducting a review of your key performance indicators or an agreed set of goals, during which he/she will provide his/her feedback and rate you on how you’ve performed based on those parameters. But it doesn’t have to be a one-sided process. It’s the perfect opportunity to draw your boss’s attention ... more
At some point in your life, you may have considered working abroad. Some of you may even have taken that bold step of moving abroad and successfully securing a job overseas. The willingness to work abroad usually begins as a personal career goal, fuelled by the idea of achieving greener pastures, along with the opportunities ... more
Each type of companies has its pros and cons to help you decide which one’s the right match for you. Let's find here the perfect workplace to get started. ... more
Remember that employers just spend a mere 6 seconds reviewing your resume. Make one too long and your piece of work might just go straight to the trash. ... more
A small dose of nervous energy is good and expected, but not when it affects your performance. Fortunately, it is possible to overcome this anxiety. ... more
Bad candidate experiences are detrimental to businesses - a good one starts from job application up until accepting or declining the candidate’s services. ... more
We’ve listed the pros and cons on conducting social media background checks on potential candidates. ... more
Preparation is the key to succeed during job search. Doing so will help you strategize your moves and help you look better in the eyes of hirers. ... more