What your recruiter should never do
face2face2024-12-03T16:32:49+11:00Highly effective recruiters are worth their weight in gold. But there are some things they should never do. Discover what they are ...
What jobseekers don’t like about recruitment
face2face2024-12-03T16:35:00+11:00The recruitment industry is fast paced, hectic and super busy. Some jobseekers feel lost in the shuffle. Learn their top pet peeves and how face2face handles them.
The top questions jobseekers ask recruiters
face2face2024-12-03T16:36:10+11:00Thinking of using a recruiter to help you find a job? Here are some questions you should consider asking before you register with an agency.
Security clearances: Your starter guide
face2face2024-12-03T16:37:19+11:00If you're looking for work in government, you'll have to know about security clearances. This starter guide demystifies this complex topic.
Cultural fit: Techniques for getting it right
face2face2024-12-03T16:39:23+11:00Switched-on employers understand the need to recruit for cultural fit, in line with the saying 'Hire for cultural fit, train for skills.'
Techniques for changing negative to positive
face2face2023-07-20T01:48:03+10:00It’s been a zany year with COVID-19. Despite the challenges, jobs are still on the market and interviews are still being held to fill those positions. If you’re applying for work, or have lined up an [...]
Why candidate experience is important
face2face2020-07-13T10:24:10+10:00You’re recruiting and focused on job specs—what you need from candidates. Have you thought of what candidates need from you? Candidate experience is key when recruiting. It might seem strange, since y [...]
Mapping professional development
face2face2020-07-06T13:42:10+10:00You may be out of work, unhappy in your job or wanting to advance or change careers. Why not get on track to a rewarding future with a professional development plan? Developing a plan is a great way t [...]
Can a recruiter find you on LinkedIn?
face2face2020-06-29T08:05:47+10:00A whopping 90 per cent of recruiters and employers head to LinkedIn to search for quality jobseekers, across all industries and from entry to senior levels. This highlights the importance of a LinkedI [...]
Avoid video call fatigue: Top 10 tips
face2face2020-06-22T08:21:32+10:00Whether it’s Skype, Zoom, Microsoft Teams or another collaborative platform, we’re using video calls more than ever because of COVID-19. It looks like we’ll continue to do so, whether working in iso o [...]
Soft vs hard skills: Care about the difference
face2face2023-01-23T17:03:09+11:00Knowing the difference between hard and soft skills is key to your career. It’s important to showcase both in your professional LinkedIn profile and resume and during job interviews. Here’s how to do so ...
Six actions for landing a new job
face2face2023-01-23T17:03:15+11:00COVID-19 has wreaked havoc on the job market. Many have lost their jobs and some may still. Others have taken ‘iso time’ to ponder what they really want from work, even deciding to look for something [...]
Does your work fuel your passion?
face2face2023-01-23T16:58:26+11:00Isolating during the COVID-19 pandemic has given many of us time. Time to stop chasing our tails. Time to sit. Time to think and reflect. That includes those who have sadly lost jobs and those working [...]
Cultural fit or more money in your next job?
face2face2023-01-23T17:03:07+11:00If you’ve lost your job or feel it’s on the cards, now could be an opportune time to consider what you really want with your career. For some it's straight money. For some it's a better cultural fit. [...]
How to minimise interview nerves
face2face2022-11-09T10:54:59+11:00It’s no surprise that most of us get the jitters before and during interview. Our palms may get sweaty, our breathing shallow and our minds start to race. We might lose control and leave the intervie [...]
Perfecting your elevator pitch—tips and examples
face2face2019-01-21T10:05:15+11:00You have 30 seconds to describe what you do, its value and build intrigue. Are you ready for the ride? Marketing guru, Seth Godin, says an ‘elevator pitch’ is designed to ‘…describe a situation or so [...]
Words to use and don’t use in your resume
face2face2019-01-14T15:04:18+11:00Are there words you should use or shouldn’t use when writing your resume? Words that turn recruiters and potential employers on or off? Words that make you sound impressive or arrogant? You bet there [...]
Tips for writing a cracker cover letter
face2face2018-12-17T10:08:24+11:00It’s always wise to write a cracking cover letter when you submit your resume for a position. Not all prospective employers will read it, especially those who are time poor. Those who do will give yo [...]
How to dress for a job interview
face2face2018-12-10T08:52:24+11:00You’ve rocked it and landed an interview for your dream job. Now is NOT the time to be complacent. Now is the time to make sure that every next step you take is well thought through. That includes ho [...]
How to write a winning resume
face2face2018-12-03T08:42:58+11:00Competition for jobs can be tough—thousands are looking for work. First impressions are therefore critical and that starts with your resume. Did you know that the first 60 seconds will seal your fate [...]