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Identifying and Communicating Your Unique Selling Proposition
by Keeley Edge
Dec 03, 2021 / Candidates, Recruitment, Training & Development
How you come across before and during a job interview depends largely on the way you present your unique selling proposition. Job descriptions are rapidly evolving, and employers are actively looking for distinguishable value propositions from job seekers that demonstrate impressive combinations of technical expertise and cross-functional skills.
Continue ReadingHow to Attract Top Talent While the Job Market is Hot
by Keeley Edge
Nov 22, 2021 / Company Culture, Employers, Recruitment
Although the impact of labour shortages is expected to fade as Covid disruption to the economy dissipates, we would continue to advise companies to consider tactics for attracting and retaining top talent. Offering competitive wages is a start, but successful recruitment and retention in a hot job market often requires more than simply levelling the monetary playing field.
Continue ReadingPortraying your Personality in Job Interviews
by Keeley Edge
Oct 13, 2021 / Candidates, Recruitment
Your personality is what makes you unique; by sharing your skills and interests with your colleagues, you can develop positive working relationships, progress your position, and reach your career goals. But when it comes to job interviews, many candidates shy away from being their true selves.
Continue ReadingConveying Company Culture During Recruitment
by Keeley Edge
Oct 13, 2021 / Company Culture, Employers, Recruitment
Recruitment is tough for both employers and candidates, so effective two-way communication is essential. One of the main ways a company can help to find the right fit for a role is to include their business aspirations at every stage of the process, from the job advert through to the interviews.
Continue ReadingKeeping Your Cool While Recruiting
by Keeley Edge
Sep 07, 2021 / Employers, Recruitment
We all know how stressful it can be applying for a new job, but employers can face just as much anxiety during a recruitment campaign. Not only do they take a huge amount of time, effort and money to organise, but choosing the wrong applicant can have a detrimental effect on a business. With the pressure of getting it right the first time, knowing how to keep your stress levels to a minimum can help you maintain focus, make informed decisions, and ultimately select the best candidate for your company. Here are some of our top recruitment strategies for employers.
Continue ReadingAre Multiple Interviews the New Normal?
by Keeley Edge
Aug 30, 2021 / Candidates, Recruitment
Imagine the scene – you find the perfect role, put your all into your application, receive an invitation to interview, and manage to wow the panel with your responses. Great job! Then comes the call for a second interview, a third, a fourth… so the question is, are multiple interviews the new normal?
Continue ReadingWhat Makes a Business Stand Out from the Crowd?
by Keeley Edge
Jul 20, 2021 / Company Culture, Recruitment
Imagine your favourite places to shop, eat and enjoy yourself. Chances are the locations you chose were not unique within retail, catering or entertainment, so why did they come to mind? What makes them special? And how can you do the same to boost your own business? Standing out among the competition is one of the biggest challenges when running a business, but knowing how to identify and make the most of your unique selling points (USPs) can help you to attract and maintain a loyal client base. Here are three ways to improve your visibility.
Continue ReadingThe Do's and Don'ts of Training New Employees
by Keeley Edge
Jul 05, 2021 / Employers, Recruitment, Training & Development
New employee training is a vital part of recruitment. It helps to ensure new recruits understand their roles and the wider goals of the company, as well as increasing their confidence and competency. Methods can include job shadowing, group sessions, coaching, and formal apprenticeships.
Continue ReadingWriting CVs – Top Tips for Jobseekers
by Keeley Edge
May 24, 2021 / Candidates, Recruitment, Training & Development
A CV is a written summary of your skills, achievements and experience, condensed into a one to two page document. Although there is no one-size-fits-all solution to writing a CV, this document should always be clearly formatted, appropriate in length for a recruiter to skim read and, most importantly, tailored to the role or industry you are applying for. Not sure where to start? Here are some basic rules to follow:
Continue ReadingHow to Have a Successful Video Interview
by Keeley Edge
May 14, 2021 / Candidates, Employers, Recruitment
Whether you are looking for new staff or searching for your next role, investing time and energy into the job interview process is crucial to success. Key Appointments are here to help make video interviewing both efficient and enjoyable with our video interview tips.
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