Snakes and Ladders part 2

Snakes and Ladders part 2

This week we take up Anneke’s story again. After a year of soul searching, job searching and negotiating both her exit strategy from company A and her new contract in company B she finally took up her new position.  Now she was in Hudson and McLean’s...

Snakes and Ladders – the Corporate Climb

Thus far we have looked at people taking the leap to start a new business but very often the ‘new chapter’ is the next instalment of a corporate career. The subject of this week’s article is *Anneke, a high achieving woman in mid career deciding whether or not to take...
Why Should We Hire You?

Why Should We Hire You?

“Why should we hire you?” This is actually one of the most common questions asked at a job interview. If you’re feeling upbeat and glad the question is being asked, you’re at a good starting point because it is a question that gives you the opportunity to...
How To Quit Your Job

How To Quit Your Job

If you have reached a point in your life where you believe your career is no longer right for you, quit gracefully and avoid severed network ties and hurt feelings. When you’re looking for a new job, your CV is your calling card. It’s often the first time a potential...
Things Recruiters Do NOT Want To See On Your CV

Things Recruiters Do NOT Want To See On Your CV

Recruiters have to get through hundreds of CVs in a short time. Research suggests that the average hiring manager takes less than one minute to peruse a CV. Other studies show that they can do this initial check in six seconds. Larger companies use applicant tracking...