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Ghastly Communication: Up to 56% of UK Employers Ghost Applicants
Turns out it's not you, it's them. New findings from our Recruitment Trends Survey reveal that most UK hiring managers are fine with ghosting job applicants.
I Hate My Job - What to Do if You Want to Quit
Is the thought 'I hate my job' playing on a loop in your head every workday? Don't despair. Here's what to do if you hate your job.
How to Chase Up a Job with a Follow Up Email after Your Interview
Waiting for an employer to contact you after an interview? It might be time to follow up. We show you how to write the perfect follow up email after an interview so you can politely remind employers to get back to you.
Recruitment Trends in 2024 (New Survey Data)
What do hiring managers expect from today’s job candidates? Our UK Recruitment Trends Survey provides a detailed look at what hiring managers and recruiters consider important when evaluating top candidates.
85% of Hiring Managers Expect Candidates to Have a Cover Letter
A well-written CV is important, but don't underestimate the power of a great cover letter. If you’re wondering whether cover letters are outdated or unnecessary in 2024, learn what hiring managers think about them in our latest report.
The Star Method Interview Technique
The STAR method is a strategy that turns your experiences into descriptive, impactful statements. We explain how to use the STAR interview technique so you can provide impressive answers about yourself and master the job application process.
How to Answer “What Are Your Salary Expectations?”
One of the job interview questions candidates dread the most is "What are your salary expectations?". How do you know how much to ask for if the salary isn't stated in the job ad? We'll teach you how to answer questions about your salary expectations and demonstrate your value to employers.
What Motivates You: Interview Questions & 10 Answer Examples
Not sure how to answer if the interviewer asks what motivates you? Keep reading for the best job interview tips on answering questions about what motivated you to apply or what inspires you in general.
17 Questions to Ask in an Interview in the UK
Struggling to think of some good questions to ask the interviewer in a job interview? Here are some questions that will help give UK employers a good impression of you and give you an insight into the company you're interviewing for.
Civil Service Behaviours — Preparing Your Civil Service Success Profiles
Applying to the Civil Service? Find out how to demonstrate Civil Service behaviours on your CV and in the interview.
