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08 Mar
What Makes A Great Salesperson?
Despite what you may have heard, being a great salesperson isn't about your ability to sell ice to Eskimos, having the 'gift of the gab' or simply being a people person. Of course, if you do have all of the above, then you're well on your way. Though a leading sales profession has a lot more to offer than frozen water and a way with words...
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07 Mar
What's Hot About Working In Retail?
Some people think of the retail sector as a culture of long hours, evenings and weekends and roles that revolve around relatively low-paid shop floor work. Though there are many positive benefits to be gained by working for a retail company.
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06 Mar
CV Writing Tips
In the first stage of your job search, you're only as good as the piece of paper you present yourself on. Is yours up to scratch?
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05 Mar
What Not To Say In Your Job Interview
Respond to questions well, and you’re on to a winner. Let your words run away with you and you’re on the bus home. So what’s not OK to mention in that big interview? Notepads at the ready!
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01 Mar
Interview Nightmares Uncovered
Learn from others’ mistakes and enjoy a few of these cringe-worthy interview experiences in our list of top interview nightmares…
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28 Feb
7 Types Of Candidate That Boggle Our Minds
We've lost count of the number of candidates we've met with over the years. It's a lot. Many, we remember with great fondness. Many, we remember on a more regular basis over a chilled beverage. Others, are hard to forget.
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27 Feb
Why Job Hunting Is Just Like Dating
When you think about it, the job search experience is kind of like dating. The last one really wasn't satisfying you or making you feel valued, there was just no future. So you've made the tough decision to call it a day and find The One.
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26 Feb
Interview Prep | Do Your Homework
Rocking up to a job interview without any element of pre-planning is like going to an audition for a film you know nothing about. Do your homework. Then take the stage...
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23 Feb
HOW TO NAIL A SALES INTERVIEW
A sales job interview is unlike any other. Not only are you there to demonstrate why you match up to their idea of the perfect hire, you'll be assessed on your ability to present, convey information and keep your cool under pressure. All the makings of a great salesperson, though not so easy to master in an interview situation.
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23 Feb
When Is The Best Time To Look For A New Job?
As with any major life decisions... marriage, kids, going pescetarian... there's never a 'right' time. Though when the itch comes that signals it might be time for a new career, you'll know about it.
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23 Feb
10 Things That Happen When You Work In Sales
Sales professionals are a certain kind of person. They're tenacious, driven, have a built in radar for opportunities and a tendency to make friends easily. Though with a sales career also comes a number of traits you may not have had previously, though will now become a fully ingrained part of who you are. Here’s what you can expect…
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22 Feb
How To Use Social Media For Job Searching
92% of companies are currently using social media for recruitment, so it's the place to be for social savvy professionals ready to find their next role.
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