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April 16, 2025
Preparing for common interview questions is one of the most effective ways to boost confidence and reduce stress. By understanding what employers are really asking and practising adaptable answers, candidates can respond clearly, professionally and with confidence in almost any interview scenario. Preparation helps reduce interview nerves and improve delivery Many interview questions are designed […]
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April 14, 2025
The latest KPMG/REC Report on Jobs survey indicated that March survey data indicated a further reduction in permanent job openings across the South of England. The pace of decline was sharp, despite easing to the weakest in five months, and outpaced the UK average. Demand for temporary staff also fell at a softer, but still […]
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March 23, 2025
This guide explains how to respond professionally to an interview invitation, helping candidates make a strong impression through clear, polite, and well-written communication. Responding promptly shows professionalism and enthusiasm. Your tone should always be polite and positive. Emails should confirm date, time and location clearly. Attention to detail reflects your suitability as a candidate. Different […]
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March 15, 2025
This article explains how to answer the interview question “What are you passionate about?” by choosing an authentic interest, explaining why it matters to you, and linking it to positive traits or skills relevant to the role. Choose a passion that genuinely motivates you. Explain why it is important and meaningful. Use real examples to […]
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March 14, 2025
This article explains how to prepare for and succeed in a phone interview, offering practical advice to help candidates make a strong first impression in what is often the first stage of the hiring process. Phone interviews are often brief and require focused preparation. Treat a phone interview like a face-to-face interview. A quiet environment […]
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March 11, 2025
The latest KPMG/REC Report on Jobs survey indicated that staff hiring continued to decline during February, but not as quickly as at the start of the year. Permanent staff appointments fell for the twenty-ninth month in a row amid reports that companies had paused or pared back hiring plans due to a weaker economic outlook […]
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February 19, 2025
This article guides you through scripting a great video CV, showing how planning your content can help you present your experience, skills and personality effectively on camera rather than via a traditional written CV. Use your existing CV as the basis for your video script by including your education and work history. Write the script […]
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February 11, 2025
Here is the latest KMPG Report from KPMG, and steepest fall since August 2020. Key Points Are- January’s jobs report shows a sharp decline in UK hiring, particularly for permanent positions, due to business uncertainty and rising employment costs. Temporary placements also fell significantly. While pay growth continued, it slowed considerably, reflecting increased staff availability. […]
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February 7, 2025
This article explains how long interviews typically last, what influences the length, and what candidates can expect so they feel prepared and confident, whether in initial screening calls or full in-person interviews. Interview length varies by format — phone, video or in-person. Short screening calls can be 10–20 minutes; full interviews may last 45–90 minutes. […]
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January 13, 2025
This article explains how to create a video CV for a job application, covering planning, recording and presenting your professional story on camera in a way that engages employers and highlights your skills and personality. Plan your content before recording to ensure a clear and focused video. Keep your video concise (typically 1–2 minutes) to […]
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