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  • How to nail that first interview

    Posted on Thursday, August 10, 2023 by Will CrossNo comments

    Nailing a first interview is essential to making a positive impression and progressing in the hiring process. Here at Ozzle Jobs we hope to make the most successful link possible between potential recruiters and candidates, so it’s important for the latter to have a good understanding of what to bring to that first meeting to make the best impression and help that relationship blossom. Here are ...

  • 6 employee retention strategies

    Posted on Tuesday, November 22, 2022 by Zoe FrancisNo comments

    With the current rise in costs, recruiting new staff can be an expensive process, which means companies cannot afford to go through a spate of resignations. Therefore, to build a business that is capable of constant growth and improvement, you need to nurture the employees that help run your company, as they all play a vital part in the company’s development. So, if you’re worried about losing ...

  • How is the 9 to 5 working model evolving?

    Posted on Sunday, October 2, 2022 by Zoe FrancisNo comments

    It is no secret that the pandemic has transformed the way we work in the UK, meaning many companies have had to adopt a new working model. Whether that be hybrid working, flexible hours, or trialling four-day weeks, the 9 to 5 model is no longer our only option, as it doesn’t suit the needs of the modern-day professional. Thus, it appears that a four-day work week and hybrid options are among the ...

  • Common mistakes made when interviewing a candidate

    Posted on Thursday, August 4, 2022 by Zoe FrancisNo comments

    When making a good first impression, it’s not just the candidates that need to win you over, as interviewers also need to make a good impression, especially since they are representing the hiring company. Therefore, it is important to work on your interviewing technique if you want to make the right impression, as the last thing you want is for your poor interviewing skills to drive away a ...

  • Where have all the candidates gone?

    Posted on Tuesday, May 24, 2022 by Zoe FrancisNo comments

    The question on every recruiter’s mind at the moment is where have all the candidates gone? Well, there are a few answers to that question. Firstly, there are less candidates looking for work across all sectors, so you’re not alone. After the disruption of the pandemic, many people are still unsure of what the future holds. This uncertainty has led people to become more cautious, which means they ...

  • How to answer the dreaded ‘tell us something unique about yourself’ in a job interview

    Posted on Monday, April 25, 2022 by Zoe FrancisNo comments

    Every job interview comes with difficult to answer questions, but ‘ tell us something unique about yourself’ ranks quite high on that list. It can be hard to come up with an answer that you think is relevant to the job and valuable enough to bring up, without sounding forced or reiterating what the interviewer has already read on your CV. To put the question into new wording, the employers are ...

  • The Dos and Don'ts of writing a good cover letter

    Posted on Sunday, March 27, 2022 by Zoe FrancisNo comments

    Writing a good cover letter is an essential part of applying for a job. Cover letters accompany and add context to your CV, whilst being sent as a separate attachment. It helps to sell you as an applicant and informs the employee as to why you are the best person for this job. Each cover letter that you create should be tailored for the specific job you are applying for, as it is more of a ...

  • Negotiating salary

    Posted on Thursday, February 24, 2022 by Zoe FrancisNo comments

    Negotiating your salary can often be quite daunting, as it can sometimes be a difficult subject to broach. However, since the pandemic there has been a shortage of skilled candidates, which has left recruiters fighting for the top talent to fill their roles. This means that now is the time to take advantage of this candidate shortage and sell your skills and experience for a higher price. So if ...

  • Writing an effective job advertisement

    Posted on Sunday, January 23, 2022 by Zoe FrancisNo comments

    Although job adverts can come in many shapes and sizes, there are a few things every advert must include in order to attract the right candidate for the job. By following these simple tips, you will be able to write a more effective job advert, and hopefully find your ideal candidate. When writing your advert, it helps to have a clear idea of your ideal candidate, as this will enable you to ...

  • Tips for working remotely

    Posted on Wednesday, December 1, 2021 by Zoe FrancisNo comments

    Due to the pandemic, most of us had to adjust to a new way of working. Although for some people this wasn’t necessarily a bad thing, as it meant that they were able to work more flexibly. Even as things gradually returned to normal, and people were able to return to the workplace, a lot of us found that we preferred working from home because it allowed more freedom and flexibility – not to ...