Big congratulations are in order! You’ve finally made it to the other side of your academic life. For some, maybe just for now. Either way, you’re more than likely over the moon to be entering this new stage of your life. As you take your first steps into the job market, navigating the landscape of […]
“Putting yourself first is not selfish. Quite the opposite. You must put your happiness and health first before you can be of help to anyone else.” Simon Sinek. The World Health Organisation published in late 2022 that 15% of all working-age adults suffer with their mental health. In addition to that, they estimate that globally, […]
It is not uncommon in today’s job market for employees to make multiple role changes throughout their careers. Whether you’re changing industries, exploring new roles, or embarking on a fresh career path, the ability to effectively leverage your skill set can be a game-changer. In this blog, we will guide you through the steps to […]
You have a hard copy of your CV neatly tucked into a plastic pocket, and your collared shirt or blouse is ironed. The time and date of the interview are saved and easily accessible on your phone. Finally, you run through a list of questions that you think they may ask you such as the […]
We can’t lie, receiving a counteroffer feels good. Our sense of being wanted and appreciated can be heightened at that moment. With your resignation letter, you’ve received an offer from your employer, perhaps for more money, better benefits or a promoted position. It’s easy to get wrapped up in the excitement of this counteroffer, but […]
“When one door closes another opens; but we often look so long and so regretfully upon the closed door that we do not see the one which has opened for us.” Helen Keller If we’re being completely honest with you, we aren’t the biggest fans of the word “redundancy” or “redundant” at RecruitmentPlus. The […]
There are many reasons that you may feel that your career isn’t where you want it to be. Perhaps you are returning to the workforce for the first time since starting a family or taking time out for health reasons. Maybe you’re at a crossroads in your career and don’t know where to turn […]
“Your work is going to fill a large part of your life and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. The only way to do great work is to love what you do.” Steve Jobs He has a point. Essentially, we assume the reality that we […]
Ah, December. It is truly the most wonderful time of the year. After a long twelve months, a lot of us are looking forward to some well-earned time off. There are still a few tasks to do before then, however, including: ensuring everyone has a great time at the company Christmas party, making an executive […]
It’s November and because our Office Manager comes from the US, we have celebrated Thanksgiving as a company for the past 15 years. So, for this month’s blog, we are focussing on “Gratitude in the Workplace”. Gratitude is a powerful emotion that can change the way we work and live. It has been shown to […]