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Interview Etiquette for Employers

There are many ways a job candidate can blot their copybook through rude, sloppy or inappropriate behaviour in an interview. But have you stopped to consider your own interview technique in retail recruitment? Employers and hirers can be so focused on the presentation of their candidates, they forget to assess their own. So, when you…

The 6 Essential Elements of a Successful Performance Review

Performance reviews or employee appraisals are often fraught with so much anxiety that it’s easy to lose sight of their aim. In essence they’re designed to review your employees’ progress, highlight problem areas and implement strategies to help them improve their skills, efficiency and confidence. If you keep this clear goal in mind, preparation for…

Tips on Writing a Great Cover Letter

Once you have graduated and are ready to work as a teacher, you may soon realise that the search for education jobs requires a professional and well planned CV. Your CV is pivotal to your success in landing an interview, and a major component of it is a personal statement. If you’re unsure about writing a…

Recruiting Male Teachers in Primary Schools

Gender equality is somewhat of a trending topic at the moment, yet the education sector is one where the pendulum seems to have swung against the grain. After years of promoting teaching as a positive and fulfilling career option for women, primary schools are predominantly filled with dedicated female teachers, while the number of male…

Retail Recruitment for the New Financial Year

Now is a great time to refresh your recruitment strategy and make some ‘new financial year’ hiring resolutions.    Here are some compelling reasons to review the way you identify, source and retain your retail staff – The start of a new financial year is when new company goals are set, projects are kicked off…

When Should You Switch Jobs in Retail?

Did you start your retail job with great hopes, only to find yourself stuck in a rut? Ask yourself the following questions to find out why.         WHY DO I FEEL TRAPPED IN MY JOB? There are many reasons to feel let down in the workplace – and not all of them…