The employment market for graduates today is tough. Many people leave university without a fixed idea of what to do next and, even for those who know where they’re going, options can be limited by factors such as economic uncertainty and fewer jobs. That’s why it’s so important to stand out from the crowd…
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Although a CV is an essential part of every recruitment process, it doesn’t tell the full story. A CV is often most useful for ensuring that candidates meet a base level of skills and experience and for getting an overview of a career so far. However, there is a lot that a CV won’t
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How much does what you wear really impact how successful you’re likely to be when it comes to a job interview? The reality is, that the first impression you make on a hiring manager or potential employer is crucial and cannot be dismissed. You have just seven seconds to make the right impression when
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What does diversity in the workplace mean? Many different ideas probably spring to mind, such as age, race, gender or disability, and more and more companies are facing pressure to employ a team that is diverse across all of these factors. However, there is more to diversity in the workplace than simply meeting quotas
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This month, our Associate Director, Nikki Cook, is celebrating 10 years working as part of the 2i Recruit team. She joined 2i Recruit in May 2009 as a part-time Telesales Assistant, and now manages a team of Consultants to ensure that we deliver excellent service. So, what is it that has made Nikki stay? To
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We spend more than 3,500 days at work during the average lifetime. The majority of each week is passed, not with family and friends, but in a working environment. So, it’s essential that you enjoy what you do and if you’ve got to a stage where your day-to-day experience is less than positive then it
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Your CV is a crucial document in the recruitment process. Yes, it needs to show a hiring manager who you are and what you’ve achieved. However, the process of selling yourself with a CV also involves being able to identify the needs of the business – or the problems it currently has – and
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“Going green” has become a buzzword that is frequently trending. However, there are also some real benefits to improving the sustainability and eco credentials of your business that can create some very tangible returns. The concept of “going green” is simply to identify ways in which a business can begin to reduce the impact
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Everyone experiences stress and anxiety at some point in their working life. However, if these feelings are constant for you then you may need to rethink the way that you approach your day-to-day experience. If stress and anxiety aren’t properly managed they can not only affect your performance at work but also the way you
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According to figures from the Office for National Statistics, a daily two hour commute is increasingly becoming a reality for working Britons. In 2015, the average daily commute was just over 57 minutes. However, the most recent ONS statistics indicate 3.7 million workers travel for two hours or longer on the average work day.
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