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 …
How to get a great night’s sleep!
A great night’s sleep is something we all aspire to, however this is not always easy. We have put together some helpful tips to ensure that you get the nights sleep that you deserve! Routine Getting into a routine is vital, this will help your body clock take control. Going to sleep at a similar …
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 …
How to Change Career Paths | Earl Street Recruitment
Finding your Career Path During this time of the year we see an increase in people wishing to move on from their current role with many wanting to explore the possiblility of changing their job title completely. Here’s some guidance on where to begin… It can be a confusing time, moving on from a career …
The Weirdest Interview Questions
We all know by now the interview questions we should be asking, but, there have also been some pretty odd questions asked by interviewers. In fact there are the unfortunate people who have experienced some of the weirdest interview questions ever. Some of which resemble interview questions from the socially awkward David Brent: The Office. Weird enough: “Was …
Can speaking a foreign language improve career options?
All the answers point to yes! Learning a foreign language can only improve your career options, as far as we can see there are no negatives to learning! Lets have a look at how we came to this conclusion: It’s give you an advantage in interviews, as it distinguishes you from other candidates. Pay is …
How to Find the Right Person for the Job in Ten Steps
The time and cost of interviewing candidates for a job position can be substantial, then, to discover the new employee is unsuitable or they decide to leave within a few months. The key is to get it right the first time around and prevent having to go through rounds of interviews again wasting valuable time and capital. Hiring …