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On the couch with...Phil Hayes and Matt Driver
Recommendations (7)Natalie Cooper interviews authors Phil Hayes and Matt Driver about the merits of coaching and how to use it to effect positive change and lead teams to success.
Posted by Natalie Cooper on 11/06/2013
Job seeking this year? Get organised online
Recommendations (8)In this age of savvy online practices, can you really afford to be left behind? David Johnston provides 5 must-dos for HR professionals looking to secure a new role this year.
Posted by Handle on 10/06/2013
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Should you craft a punchy CV or a wow profile on LinkedIn instead?
Recommendations (4)Belinda Coaten, author and career coach, explores the pros and cons of the 'traditional' CV and the 'modern' LinkedIn profile.
Posted by Belinda Coaten on 05/03/2013
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How to structure a CV
Recommendations (26)Nothing is more daunting and confusing than writing a CV; speak to several experts and each will have a different opinion on how this should be done so here are some top tips.
Posted by Changeboard on 05/03/2013
Writing effective CVs and cover letters
Recommendations (12)With many organisations having to go through several rounds of ‘long lists’ just to get the number of potential candidates down to a respectable shortlist, the CV and covering letter have become even more important.
Posted by Newcastle Business School, Northumbria University on 05/03/2013
The MBA - is it worth it?
Recommendations (20)The reputation and popularity of the MBA degree has grown to the point where it's now undoubtedly the world’s most widely recognised post-graduate qualification. But what exactly is it, and is it really worth all the effort and expense?
Posted by Twenty Recruitment on 09/01/2013
Common interview questions for senior professionals
Recommendations (21)Preparing for an interview may be something that as a senior professional, you may feel out of practice at - Matt Scott, operations manager in the HR division at Barclay Meade presents his guide to reintroducing yourself to the process.
Posted by Barclay Meade on 08/01/2013
Can you convey your commerciality?
Recommendations (16)Commercially-skilled HR professionals are in demand, but few are able to successfully demonstrate their commercial nous. Simon Bell, managing director of Page Executive, explains how to highlight your track record and achievements.
Posted by Michael Page Executive on 14/12/2012
Write a stellar personal profile on your CV
Recommendations (44)CV writing is a chore for many, and often candidates simply add to previous templates that served them well in the past. If you're looking for a new role, you need to approach your CV in a fresh way. One area in particular is the traditional first section ‘personal profile’.
Posted by The Career Gym on 11/12/2012
Handling competency based interview questions
Recommendations (16)Barney Ely shares his top competency-based interviewing (CBI) tips.
Posted by Hays on 28/11/2012
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