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5 questions to ask when managing a new team
Heading up a new team – either because you’ve made a sideways move, or because you’ve taken on a whole new management job – can be a learning curve at first. Naturally, you want to get your head around your new role as quickly as possible, plus figure out what’s not working in the team…
10 things you should do first 30 days in a new job
Starting a new role can be stressful. You’re the newbie who’s trying to learn the ropes, remember everyone’s name – and figure out as much as you can without asking stupid questions. We’ve all been there! The great news is, there’s lots you can do in the weeks ahead to make a good impression and…
How to answer strengths / weaknesses question
It’s the question every interviewee fears: “What are your strengths and weaknesses?” It may come as several questions, such as, “What’s your greatest strength?” and “Which area would you say you’re weakest in?” It’s a question you should always bank on the interviewer asking in some form, as it’s a good way for them to…
Common interview mistakes
The average number of interviews you’ll do before getting that job offer is between 2 and 3. That’s a lot of time trying to make a good impression to a potential employer (or worse, panel of decision-makers). What if you make a slip-up, or say or do the wrong thing? It’s something many candidates worry…
7 great questions to ask in an interview
You’re looking to fill a vacancy and kicking off a round of interviews to find someone with the skills and experience you need. It sounds easy, but filling the gap in your team can take time (and be expensive to boot). That’s where asking the right questions comes in. How you ask and frame a…
5 reasons to use a recruitment specialist
If you’ve always done the hiring in-house at your company, it may not occur to you to hand this important role over to an expert recruitment specialist. But it can be an efficient and super effective way to plug the gaps in your team. Here are 5 of the most powerful reasons you’ll want to…