How to Have a Holiday Without Working
Holiday season has finally arrived and no matter what our working title may be we all seem to be faced with a similar issue; work interruptions both out of hours as well as on holiday. It seems as though the typical 9am – 5.30pm working day seems to be a thing of the past and customers […]
by: Sian
Where to Draw the Line in a Job Interview
In a job interview you will be faced with quite a few personal questions, questions which you must answer in the utmost professional manner. This means that you answer each question as best as you can and don’t go into too much detail. Most questions you are asked in a job interview will be for the […]
by: Sian
Questions NOT to Ask in a Job Interview
Job Interviews can be one of the most nerve wrecking experiences in your life. At Debbie Burbage Recruitment we have previously covered the questions to expect on your job interview along with preparing for your interview with questions you should ask the interviewer. Towards the end of most job interviews, the interviewer will hand over the interview to […]
by: Sian
Happy Friday at Debbie Burbage Financial Recruitment
Beautiful bouquet and box of chocolates received from an appreciative candidate for all our support and guidance in helping her secure her ideal position.
by: Sian
Interviews and Competency Questions
Interviews and competency questions… Competency questions have become so popular for many interviewers that opening questions such as ‘tell me about a time’, or ‘give an example of how’, have become an almost integral part of the interview process. Instead of being asked to speculate what they would do in certain situations, candidates are asked […]
by: Sian
What Impact Will The Election Result Have On The UK Job Market?
With the Conservatives taking the country’s reins for the next five years, we’re taking a look at the pledges of the winning party and how these may affect the UK’s job market… We’ve already experienced big changes since the election, with record numbers of jobs going live online following the big day. It’s clear businesses […]
by: Sian
Promising Signs in Labour Markets
Summary: The Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and KPMG Report on Jobs – published today – provides the most comprehensive guide to the UK labour market, drawing on original survey data provided by recruitment consultancies. Staff placements continue to rise strongly… March survey data highlighted further marked growth of recruitment activity across the UK. Permanent […]
by: Sian
How to build a rapport with your interviewer
How to build rapport with your interviewer You only have a finite amount of time in an interview to successfully build a rapport with your interviewer. There is no doubt that this will come easier to some, than it does for others. However, by fostering a meaningful connection with your interviewer, you will positively impact the […]
by: Sian
Temporary Staff
Never tried temping and want to learn more? Here’s what you need to know: Temporary work can include anything from one day’s work, through to a year’s contract – covering a leave period, for example. However, although temporary assignments can differ in duration, they often have one thing in common – employers are usually looking […]
by: Sian
Everyone has their own interview bugbears…
But aside from just turning up late or an obvious lack of preparation, what are the worst things a candidate can do to guarantee rejection? No shirt, no shoes… As the old saying goes, you are how you look. Unfortunately however, some candidates underestimate the importance of appearance, and end up looking exactly what they […]
by: Sian