Too often we see people making the same career mistakes, over and over. The pattern is repeated regularly. Whether a career is derailed or it is just a minor hiccup, the fact remains that the issue could have been avoided. So what are some of the most common career mistakes we see? When people stop […]
Is it time to ‘polish up’ your resume?
There is no single, correct format for a resume. They can come in hundreds of different styles and formats, each fulfilling its purpose of introducing you to the potential employer (reviewer). Now is the time to polish up your resume. It is therefore far easier to question the value of common inclusions in a resume. […]
Think you’re ready for leadership? Then THINK some more!
The Financial Review has wonderful articles and opinion pieces. A recent story by Anthony Mitchell on how to ‘accelerate your career’ suggested people should focus on their thinking in order to move more effectively into senior leadership roles. He covered the following key aspects: How you think is the key A progression to senior leadership […]
How many of these 6 interview mistakes do you make?
No matter how much is written on this subject, people make the same interview mistakes over and over. Go through this list of common mistakes and see how many of these traps you fall into. Do you talk too much….and too quickly? We’ve all seen people who talk themselves out of a job because they […]
The importance of ‘connection’ in an interview
In this TED talk, Itziar de Ros shares why she starts all her interviews with the question, “Who are you?” The underlying reason for this is she is trying to decide whether the person is “eligible to be a part of my life?” She believes this gives more opportunity for connection in an interview, and […]
