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SECTOR FOCUS: Sustainability and Environmental Knowledge
by Keeley Edge
Aug 12, 2024 / Candidates, Employers, News, Recruitment, Training & Development
With sustainability becoming a key focus across industries, the demand for green skills is rapidly increasing in Yorkshire’s manufacturing, construction, and energy sectors.
Continue ReadingSECTOR FOCUS: Life Sciences
by Keeley Edge
Aug 12, 2024 / Candidates, Employers, News, Recruitment, Training & Development
Yorkshire’s life sciences sector is thriving, driven by ongoing advancements in biotechnology and pharmaceutical research.
Continue ReadingHow candidate behaviour and interview etiquette has changed over recent years
by Keeley Edge
Feb 01, 2024 / Candidates, Employers, Recruitment
I began my career in the world of recruitment more than 25 years ago and I've witnessed different trends, the introduction of new technologies, and cultural shifts in behaviour.
Continue ReadingAttracting Top Talent: The SME Advantage
by Keeley Edge
Nov 06, 2023 / Candidates, Employers, Recruitment
Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of the global economy. These businesses often face a unique set of challenges, especially when it comes to attracting and retaining top talent.
Continue ReadingIdentifying and Communicating Your Unique Selling Proposition
by Keeley Edge
Dec 03, 2021 / Candidates, Recruitment, Training & Development
How you come across before and during a job interview depends largely on the way you present your unique selling proposition. Job descriptions are rapidly evolving, and employers are actively looking for distinguishable value propositions from job seekers that demonstrate impressive combinations of technical expertise and cross-functional skills.
Continue ReadingHow to Build Confidence and Establish Yourself in Your New Role
by Keeley Edge
Nov 11, 2021 / Candidates, Training & Development, Workplace Wellbeing
Embarking on a new role can be nerve-wracking and as you begin to find your feet in an unfamiliar workplace, you’re likely to experience a string of complex emotions. Acknowledging your nerves is the first step in overcoming new job anxiety and building the self-confidence required to master your new role.
Continue ReadingPortraying your Personality in Job Interviews
by Keeley Edge
Oct 13, 2021 / Candidates, Recruitment
Your personality is what makes you unique; by sharing your skills and interests with your colleagues, you can develop positive working relationships, progress your position, and reach your career goals. But when it comes to job interviews, many candidates shy away from being their true selves.
Continue ReadingHow to Job Hunt When You’re Still Employed
by Keeley Edge
Sep 07, 2021 / Candidates
We’ve all experienced feelings of frustration and unhappiness at work, but what happens when you know it’s time to move on? Financially, staying in your current job while finding a new one seems logical, but there has long been a taboo surrounding job hunting when you’re still employed.
Continue ReadingAre Multiple Interviews the New Normal?
by Keeley Edge
Aug 30, 2021 / Candidates, Recruitment
Imagine the scene – you find the perfect role, put your all into your application, receive an invitation to interview, and manage to wow the panel with your responses. Great job! Then comes the call for a second interview, a third, a fourth… so the question is, are multiple interviews the new normal?
Continue ReadingFirst Impressions Count: Top Tips for CVs and Interviews
by Keeley Edge
Aug 11, 2021 / Candidates, Training & Development
Did you know that it takes under a minute for a recruiter to judge your CV? And interview selections can be just as swift due to increasingly tighter deadlines on hiring new employees. As a job seeker, creating an application that stands out from the crowd can make all the difference to your success.
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