With the advent of AI-based CV scanning systems, composing a compelling informative CV has become more challenging than ever. AI in HR systems takes into account every line of information on your CV about your work history, experience, and qualifications. Your CV is then systematically matched to the job requirements, and it is given an…
If you want to strengthen your business position then you need to make sure that you are taking steps to guarantee that your company is as competitive as possible. There are a few options worth exploring but we recommend that you turn your attention to the life force of your company. This is inevitably your…
In an ideal world, every student would know before they start college or university what job they wanted to do and what career path they wanted to follow after graduation can not need career advice. They know the type of course (or courses) they’d need to pass to give themselves the very best chance of…
Fair pay is an issue that affects employees in all industries; it is one of the main reasons why individuals consider leaving their current job. Half of UK employees in 2020 were considering an alternative job: a ‘job exodus survey’ by Investors in People found that 30% of employees cited pay as the top reason…
Running a business is fast paced and can take up all your time leaving you no time to actually be present in the shop or office you run. This can lead to you not having a happy relationship with your staff if they have no connection with you and you are always in your office…
Your ultimate guide to Applicant Tracking Systems from a candidate’s point of view Chances are that you may have heard about Applicant Tracking System (ATS). Even if you haven’t, you have come to the right place! This guide will help you better understand what job applicants need to know about ATS systems; from how employers…
A cover letter is a one-page document that accompanies your CV / resume when you apply for a job. Writing a good cover letter is an essential part of the job hunting process, but knowing how to do it right takes effort. Combined with the cover letter examples, expert resources, and HR-approved writing tips below, you will…
If you are in a career that offers no real career progression, the work itself isn’t enjoyable, and there is a lack of training and options, then it can be easy to see why you can get disheartened and want to choose a new career path. One way to find a career that will fulfill…
Engineering involves using scientific principles to build and maintain machines, structures and equipment. It can be a great field for people who are problem solvers and people who like to understand how machines and products work. People from all walks of life can get into engineering – while some jobs require a higher education, there…
Before the Covid-19 pandemic, industry trends suggested that recruitment companies and corporate hiring departments had already started using video technology to interview candidates at part of the interview process. According to a survey conducted by Gartner, 86% of UK employers were conducting virtual interviews in April 2020. With the continued disruption to normal business practice…