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With more and more employers introducing video interviews within their hiring processes, more and more job seekers are also learning the basics. Therefore, if you want to stand out against the competition it’s time to take your video interviewing game to the next level.   

Have you ever eavesdropped on a cafe conversation involving work mates from an industry you’re unfamiliar with? If you’re looking for a job or an internship, knowing your industry’s buzzwords and new trends will make you look smart, and knowing what those words actually mean will make you look even smarter.

So, you have been invited to an interview - congratulations!  No doubt you’ve spent hours fine-tuning your resume, studying those job boards, working your networks, and crafting cover letter after cover letter just to get to this point. Now you have scored that interview it’s time for more preparation to kick in – preparation to ensure you put your best foot forward and impress at your interview.

Scenario: You have submitted an application for a job online and before you get the chance to let out a sigh of relief the phone rings. It’s the recruiter and they are asking if you can attend an interview with the hiring manager. Brilliant! The interview is happening in 48 hours...

Do you just sit and wait for an offer after leaving the interview room? No! Placement Consultant Ally Veneris shows you how to write an easy yet impactful Thank You email that could be the difference between an offer or rejection.

Everyone knows it's important to impress an interviewer. So what should you do when there's a conflict - when dishonesty might be the key to getting the job or internship? 

Whether it's a first date, important meeting or job interview – how much effort do you put in to stand out? People size us up quickly and change their minds slowly. Make sure you consider these factors to make a great first impression.

With graduate recruitment season in full swing, Assessment Centres are fast approaching. Learn what to expect so you can be well prepared to stand out among all the candidates you're competing with.

From interviews and countless feedback I've heard from host companies doing interviews, I hear many common mistakes that cost students the role. Here are my top 5 tips for being successful at any interview.

As a job seeker, once you start looking for a new role and begin submitting your resume to job opportunities and recruiters, you need to be prepared to attend an interview whether it be the next day or in a week’s time. Here's how you can prepare.

When applying for jobs and internship opportunities, it is not only important to have a professional resume, cover letter and email address, but also an excellent telephone manner. Learn how you can prepare a voicemail that gives the right first impression.

Whilst attending an interview for a job or an internship you have a perfect opportunity right at the end of your interview to impress your interviewers and show them how enthusiastic and motivated you are for this role. You should prepare some questions - but what questions should you ask?

Feeling the nerves? No need to panic! Here are 5 top tips for taming those nerves in a job interview.