Coronavirus

How do I prepare for an interview during a pandemic?

With lockdown 3 underway, once again, the recruitment process has gone digital. Although some businesses may have put a temporary freeze on recruitment during this time, companies who are hiring, will be doing so virtually. As we are all aware, online video interviews are very different to your typical face to face interview. We hear […]

How can I impress during my Zoom interview?

This year has seen lots of events, meetings and training transition from person to Zoom. Due to the pandemic there are lots of restrictions in place, which of course, have an affect on the workforce. However, lots of companies are still looking to hire with interviews most likely to take place on Zoom. Without that […]

Returning to work after being Furloughed

With the Governments Furlough Scheme ending tomorrow (Saturday 31st October 2020), it is with no doubt that all those employees, who have been on the job retention scheme, are looking for ways to prepare for their return to work, whether this be full time or part time. So, I have put together this blog to […]

How to stay busy whilst being Furloughed

According to the BBC, more than 9 million employees in the UK have reportedly been furloughed under the Government’s ‘Job Retention Scheme’ as a result of the Coronavirus pandemic. COVID-19 has affected an enormous number of businesses, employers and employees across the country and following the Government’s scheme introduced to help save UK businesses, many […]

How to stay focused when working from home during the Coronavirus Pandemic

Last week, the World Health Organisation labelled the coronavirus a global pandemic. As a result of the Wuhan-born outbreak, it is reasonable to assume that (if not already) lots of us will be working remote until further notice. Therefore, I have put together a guide to help us all stay motivated and focused during a […]

How to adapt recruitment during the coronavirus pandemic?

Earlier this week, the World Health Organisation labelled the Wuhan-born coronavirus a global pandemic, affecting businesses, schools and governmental organisations. With widespread political, medical and social uncertainty, it’s natural that employers will fear for future recruitment processes and employment measures. Working in recruitment myself, it’s very clear that businesses are reluctant to proceed with hiring […]