Second to compiling a poignant and pertinent CV, the cover letter is a real opportunity to stand out from the crowd when applying for a job. However, while this element of seeking employment is essential and often pivotal, there are pitfalls that could hamper your progression rather than … [Read more...]
It is a job getting a job
Are you job hunting? Do you need to revitalise your job search strategies? Assessment 4 Potential is delighted to offer some do-it-yourself career exploration tools and job search guides to fully equip you to tackle the job market successfully. The one-stop-shop offers you many of the tips and … [Read more...]
CV check, career coach and keywords – Both sides of the Coin podcast
Career Coaching and CV Top Tips With so many people facing redundancy at the moment the need for coaches to have a tool bag filled with career coaching top tips is bigger than ever. In August's podcast we find out about CV best practice as well as some other vital need to know career … [Read more...]
What does your LinkedIn profile say about you?
As a job seeker, it is essential to have a LinkedIn profile as your window for opportunity. Your profile needs to be dressed accordingly and LinkedIn now gives each member the chance portray themselves as best they can. Starting from the top: LinkedIn tips to having the best profile possible … [Read more...]
Develop branding – do you know who you are?
Nowadays our world, both personally and in business, is governed by the internet which is reflected in a staggering statistic that there are 3.5 billion queries entered into Google on a daily basis, which makes branding a vital component of any successful enterprise. Branding yourself or your … [Read more...]
The essential tool kit for the discerning job seeker
“It's a job to get a job”, the common phrase that most diligent job seekers will hear time and time again. It is tough job searching and it can be a relentless and thankless task. So, how can you make your job hunting not only effective but successful? Preparation is the best method for a job … [Read more...]
Tips on company research for job interview preparation
Congratulations, your CV has got you the interview. Next comes the more challenging part. What do you prepare for the interview itself? Of course, there's the “which outfit” and “what route” questions to answer but they are the simpler ones. The harder aspects of preparation are research on … [Read more...]
Job searching – what is your USP?
Does everyone have a unique selling point (USP)? As a job seeker, you will have gone through some serious self-exploration to understand your strengths, knowledge and experience and what you want from your next job. Most importantly, you need to discover what makes you unique and how best you can … [Read more...]
Job Search Strategy
Job search is no different from any other plan. You just need a robust and comprehensive strategy. A job search can take many forms and have many activities, the most important thing is to understand what you need to do and when. Planning tasks on a daily or regular basis make it more likely that … [Read more...]
