Archive for Shannon Dalton

How do I find my next job?

Job hunting can be a daunting and challenging process which is why we’re here to provide some tips to help with your next job search. Job Boards The main job boards to explore – Reed, CV Library, Indeed, Totaljobs, Monster Jobs, Glassdoor Make a profile – you can upload your CV and what you’re looking […]

Should I quit my job? Here’s some advice for those considering making a move!

Research carried out by UK-based business, Crunch, determines that the 31st of January is statistically the most popular day for us Brits to quit our jobs. It makes sense! With Christmas out of the way and New Year’s Resolutions in full swing, it’s likely that jobs and career choices will be at the forefront of […]

How do I get back into work after travelling?

Last September, I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to take a break from work and travel the world (well, South East Asia) for three months with two of my closest friends. It was truly one of the most rewarding and enriching experiences that I think I will ever have and if you’re considering […]

The Linked Inn: An Alternative Way to Find Your Dream Job

Working in recruitment, we understand how stressful it can be to look for a new job. In a survey carried out by Linkedin last year, they established that an astonishing 45% of job seekers found the idea so daunting that they would rather go to the pub than spend time searching for a new role! […]

A Recruiter’s Guide on How to Hire the Best Candidates for your Business

Recruitment can often be the difference between the success or failure of any small or large business, therefore it is vital that you do everything possible to ensure the former and avoid the latter. Although it does seem like common sense to avoid failure, it is often easier said than done. It’s easy to buy […]

Clarity and Relevancy: CV Writing Tips

As a recruitment agency, we review hundreds of CVs on a daily basis and commonly see candidates make the same simple mistakes. My most straightforward advice for writing a good CV is to focus on clarity and relevancy above all else. The point of a CV is to show potential employers or recruiters who you […]

In case you’ve missed it: Our MD Ben Thompson is a Finalist in the South & Vale Business Awards 2019

The finals of the South & Vale Business Awards are now quickly approaching, taking place this month on Friday 15th March at the prestigious Williams F1 Conference Centre in Wantage. In case you’ve missed it, carry on reading for some more information on what the SVBAs are, how they could benefit your business, and Ben’s […]

7 Simple Steps for Interview Success

Regardless of your working history, academic success and suitability for the role, the interview process will always be the dividing factor between a job offer or an unsuccessful application. Many candidates stumble at interview stage and make mistakes that could have easily been avoided, preventing them from achieving the job of their dreams. These 7 […]

Top Tips to Building your CV whilst in Education

Leaving education and entering the world of work can be a daunting process. Students are often oblivious as to what career path they want to pursue in adulthood, and whilst others may have a clear idea of their goals, they may not know where to begin in working towards achieving these goals. This blog post […]

Guest Blog: Rachel Brushfield from ‘Energise – The Talent Liberation Company’ talks being Career Smart in the New Year

A high proportion of people fall into their career by accident. A few, by chance or luck, enjoy their work, but many don’t, which is a shame as it represents such a large proportion of our time and it has a big knock-on effect on other areas of our lives. Having a career vision and […]