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Avoid the hurdles to become a successful manager
All eyes will be on Cheltenham Festival this week as the UK's premier hurdle event attracts crowds from far and wide. As well as winning (or losing) a few quid at the bookies, there's also plenty of ways in which you can pick up a few tips that can help you become a better manager in your workplace.
Mar 13, 2018
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What words will give my CV a competitive edge?
When writing a CV, people can be so focused on the message they are trying to convey that often the words you use are overlooked. It's important to go back to basics and work on your craft. When deciding who to interview, employers are looking for individuals that stand out from the pool of applications they receive.
Feb 26, 2018
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A manager's guide to interviews
Here at Pertemps, we like to take as much pressure off managers as possible. We pre-screen candidates, provide plenty of background details and highlight key qualities of the individual that's been put forward for interview.
Feb 15, 2018
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Pick-up lines for job seekers that can actually work
It's that time of year again when love is in the air and people pluck up the courage to use some classic, cheesy chat-up lines. Although we don't advocate flirting with a potential employer, there's no reason why you can't put a creative spin on some of the old classics to get noticed and land the job you love. Here goes:
Feb 14, 2018
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Coach a winning team to victory! : A Manager's guide
At Pertemps we place candidates in senior positions with businesses across the land and also offer advice and assistance to ensure those taking the plunge into management are best prepared.
Feb 8, 2018
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The common pitfalls jobseekers make
Anyone who says they have perfected the art of job seeking is either kidding themselves or telling a big fib! The truth is, there is no single way to do it! However, jobseekers still tend to fall on the same mistakes which might make their job search that much harder than it needs to be. We've listed our most common pitfalls we see in recruitment… are you guilty of any of them?
Jan 22, 2018
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6 ways to make your New Year work resolutions stick
Have you ever made a New Year’s resolution and failed to follow through? Us too. Don’t beat yourself up about it! Everyone is keen to reinvent themselves in some way in the New Year as it brings new energy and promise. Whether your goal is to start a new job, get a promotion, have more responsibility or perhaps socialise more with work colleagues, we’re here to help you stick to those resolutions and make the most of 2018.
Jan 16, 2018
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Our infographic on the 2017 employment trends survey
Our infographic gives you a quick rundown of what businesses expect in 2017.
Jan 10, 2018
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What does 2018 hold for Jobseekers?
If you're concerned about the future of UK employment and whether or not to change jobs, see our latest piece which looks at the next 12 months for jobseekers.
Jan 5, 2018
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How to beat the post-Christmas blues
Going back to the grind after the Christmas period can be a drag. It might be a welcome relief from the tinsel and leftover turkey sandwiches at home for some, but for others it means back to dark, early mornings and traffic jams. There’s no need to worry post-Christmas this year though; we’ve got some blues-busting tips ready to raise your spirits after the festivities are over.
Dec 19, 2017