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Jun 15th

Why a bad interview isn’t always a disaster



Interviews can go wrong. Read »

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Apr 14th

Taking back control of the interview



Not all interviewers are good. Many are untrained, some are inept, and some just turn up ill-prepared on the day. Companies might make you jump through their hoops (read PunkRock HR about how some companies make candidates attend three or more interviews) and some might not follow-up promptly. Read »

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Dec 14th

4 ways to find out if the company fits



2112417049_3300f8f27e_tIf you have a choice whether or not to accept a job at a company, what would deter you - apart from the question of pay, benefits or promotion prospects? Read »

Nov 27th

Common interview questions



Five of the most common interview questions. Read »

Nov 13th

Interviewing essentials



Getting as far as interview is a triumph. You've got onto the short list, and you're in the running for the job. Read »

Nov 11th

Get the chemistry right at your interview



96986561_02d3136ccf_tEven with training and the use of competency or behavioural questioning, interviewers still rely on their gut instincts when deciding whether a candidate would be a good hire, according to the New Scientist. Read »

Jun 12th

When not to discuss your salary requirements



An interesting post from The Hiring Room describes how an employer chose between two candidates for a position. Read »