It could be a presentation you have to give to your team or a speech at a conference, but not long after you have celebrated being chosen to shine, you are crippled by doubt and unable to stop thinking about how badly it will go “It is healthy to be a little nervous. You are honing your talents – but
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Many managers are under the impression that they are approachable and easy to talk to when in actual fact, they seem unfriendly and more remote “The importance of approachability cannot be exaggerated. Putting people at ease allows them to think and perform at their best in your presence,” says life coach Lizette Volkwyn She advises: You need to set and
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Finding a job in South Africa with a high unemployment rate, even among graduates, can be daunting for those about to being their first search for work Recent graduates must keep an open mind and stay alert for potential opportunities Don’t get stuck on the idea that there is just one job for you and that if you don’t find
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Sell yourself with the three A’s: Beth Hendler-Grunt the president of the career counselling firm Next Great Step, teaches young applicants what she calls the three A’s to prepare for a casual meeting or a formal interview. The first A is for the Actions you want the person you’re meeting with to take, such as referring you to a hiring
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People often wonder why they never hear anything back after they hit ‘send’ on the email with a resume attached or on the on-line job application, notes recruitment specialist Glassdoor. If you’re very lucky, you might have a preliminary email exchange with a recruiter and then never hear from them again. It’s a depressing experience and one which also casts
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Questions #1: Tell me about Yourself The answer to this question should be prepared ahead of time as this question is rather vague and requires a bit of thinking. There are three areas that should be covered in the answer of this question; Job History, Most Impressive Accomplishments & your Relevant Goals. When answering this question, it is important to
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Tip #1: Cover Letter It is important to accompany your CV with a Cover Letter. A Cover Letter gives you the opportunity to make a good first impression with your prospective employer. First impressions last a lifetime – Make sure that your CV outlines all the important information about yourself and how your prospective employer can benefit from having you
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