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​​Recruiting differs from job interview to job interview. However, people often encounter the same old and boring interview questions, such as “what are your biggest weaknesses?” and “where do you see yourself in five years?”. With today's technology and social media tools, recruiters are required to take a more creative approach to interviewing.Making questions more interes...

​Recruiters can make a huge difference when it comes to finding your new job. In addition to providing insight on your marketing materials, recruiters can provide coaching on what works and doesn't during interviews for a specific client - all things that can be extremely useful during a job search.In some cases, recruiters may contact you themselves if they feel you would b...

​​Your business's success depends on recruiting the right employees. Having the right people at the right time is crucial for any company, regardless of position level. Unfortunately, most employers find it challenging to find the right candidate.Many people, when faced with the huge recruitment landscape, confuse volume hiring with traditional recruitment. There is a signif...

​​The negotiation of a contract is the process of determining the terms of a written agreement. Normally, it's a conversation between two parties, during which you will discuss different aspects of the contract and eventually agree on its terms.The goal of negotiating for yourself after a job offer is to leverage your advantages. It’s obvious you want career fulfilment but i...

​Considering expanding your company but unsure whether to hire graduates or seek out more experienced candidates?Graduates can bring valuable qualities to a role regardless of whether you're a small start-up or a global corporation. While you may be apprehensive about hiring someone fresh out of university, it's important to keep in mind that all hires have a level of risk, ...

​A Manchester Pride Festival is organised each year to celebrate Pride in Manchester. August Bank Holiday celebrations this year meet a key charitable objective, celebrate LGBTQ+ life in Greater Manchester and campaign for broader equality for queer and non-binary individuals.As part of Manchester's Pride celebrations, we asked Justin Moore (Associate Director at Become) a f...

​​In the search for the right candidate for a job, most companies often interview potential candidates twice.Usually, the first round determines whether an applicant is qualified for the position. The candidates who pass the first screening interview then move on to the second round. During the second interview, the company will typically ask more complex questions and test ...

​​We all know that the main purpose of a recruitment agency is to help job seekers find new jobs, while helping companies find the right people for their open positions. Sadly, only a few people are aware of all the additional benefits that come with using a recruitment agency.Partnering with a recruitment agency can prove to be extremely beneficial to your hiring managers a...

​​Some things simply do not belong on a resume, and you may lose out on a job opportunity if you include them. Although you may believe that you are providing the employer with many reasons to hire you, when it comes to resume writing, too much information can be detrimental.The fact is: If you want to make an impression on your target audience and show them what you can do,...

​​In the current market, a speedy hiring process can be a key differentiator when it comes to securing top talent. The best candidates often have multiple offers to consider. Even though salary, benefits, and career prospects all matter, speed is often the deciding factor. Those who make the first offer have the best chance of success.If you wait too long to hire someone, yo...

​​You've just learned that you didn't get the job you were hoping for after an interview. Now what? Where do you go from here?We all know how bad it feels to be rejected. When trying to find a job, it can be even more daunting. As unfortunate as it may be, rejections are an inevitable part of the job application process and trying to prevent yourself from experiencing them w...

​Congrats on your new hire! But remember, your job is far from over. Following the recruitment of a new employee, the worst thing you can do is neglect the importance of the onboarding process.Onboarding is crucial to the longevity of your new hires as it helps to acclimatise new employees to their roles, and the culture of your company. A thorough onboarding process engages...

​​A big part of your success is determined by your mindset. The difference between taking on a challenge and getting stuck can mean the difference between succeeding or failing. It is your perspective on your jobs, your failures, and your circumstances that will determine how you develop professionally and personally.It is especially important to adopt a growth mindset when ...

​​Companies have been adapting to remote or hybrid work environments since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, recognising the benefits and rate of employee productivity. However, how you continue to select candidates who are aligned to this 'new' way of working will have long-term implications for your organisation's success.When assessing a candidate for hybrid or remote w...

​​Most people who take personal branding seriously already have a strong LinkedIn profile. However, even when you have the perfect profile you can remain invisible to Recruiters.The best way to find a job using LinkedIn is to consider what a successful LinkedIn campaign is. It's not only important to have a strong profile on LinkedIn, but also to build an audience through yo...

​​ED&I plays a vital role within a company. Working for an employer that prioritises diversity and inclusion will increase your chances of being part of an innovative, profitable, productive, and future-proofed firm, feeling included at work, having equal advancement opportunities, being promoted on merit alone, receiving equal pay and having overall job satisfaction.Bes...

​​The past two years were more heavily focused on leadership development than other years in recent history. Over the course of just a few months, leaders learned how to adapt their organisations to a rapidly changing market. They have learned new ways to work and collaborate, and how to make sure their employees do the same, all while working remotely. It also created the o...

​​The term ‘employee experience’ has gained popularity in recent years stemming from the concepts of 'user' and 'customer' experience.Experiences of your employees are crucial to the success of your business - they affect everything from productivity to employee retention. Ultimately, improving employee experience helps to improve organisational culture and consequently your...

​​One of the most stressful aspects of applying for a new job is when it comes time to talk money. More specifically, what you will earn in your new job.Negotiating your salary is a natural part of the employment process and obtaining the salary you deserve is an important component of advancing in your career and keeping you motivated in the long run. Salary is more than ju...

​​Networking isn’t at the top of everyone's to-do list; it can be time-consuming, awkward at times and, depending on your networking style, draining. When your schedule is already crowded with work and family obligations, the last thing you need is to engage in small talk with strangers at yet another social gathering.The importance of active networking, however, cannot be o...