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How to be an award winning candidate
The Recording Academy is announcing the nominees for the 60th Grammy Awards today and we thought we'd take a look at how you could also be an award-winning candidate when attending your own interview. Get your best show-stopping smile at the ready!
Feb 22, 2017
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It’s not you, it’s me: The problem with Monogamy on your job search
Congratulations! You’ve been offered a job. But hold on… you have another interview lined up for a role you prefer. Do you turn down the job you’ve been offered and hope the preferred company wants to hire you immediately? Or stay loyal to your current offer? Staying monogamous during your job search can be tough, especially when a more attractive offer comes along. So what's the best thing to do?
Feb 13, 2017
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How does the employment market look across the UK?
From data gathered from the Employment Trends Survey, we take a look at how the respondents across the UK answered. How does your area rate? See the full infographic here...
Feb 7, 2017
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How to stay motivated when you're unemployed
So you’ve been unemployed for a while now. Since September last year? Or was it August? Yep, job hunting can be tedious, especially if you’ve been looking for a long time, but don’t give up.
Feb 1, 2017
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A day in the life of a...Recruitment Consultant
Ever wondered what it’s like to be a recruitment consultant? It’s one of the most challenging jobs out there, but also the most rewarding. At Pertemps, we are dedicated to finding the right people for the right job day in, day out. We are continuously on the lookout for new consultants, so if you’ve always fancied a career in recruitment, have a peek at what two of our employees think of the job…
Jan 20, 2017
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Cutting out the caffeine? Here are ways to wake up without your cup of joe
Do you struggle throughout the day without your caffeine fix? Need five cups before 10am to keep you going? Well, there are plenty of healthier, more effective ways to wake up in the morning, so ditch the latte and follow our tips…
Jan 19, 2017
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Don't ditch your resolutions: Apply them to the work place!
It’s January 17th, the day people typically ditch their New Year's Resolutions. You’re a little tired of saving your money, the salad leaves a little to be desired and frankly, you've had enough of waiting in line for the treadmill. However, optimism lingers in the air! As you think up that resolution you always make but fail to see through more than a few weeks, why not make 2017 the year where you stick to it?
Jan 16, 2017
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Celebrities who changed careers for their stardom
Feeling trapped in a dead-end job? Do you wish you’d taken a different career route? It’s never too late to alter your path. These celebs are living proof that you can change your life forever if you really want to.
Jan 12, 2017
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The perks of working a manual job
Office job vs physical job - which is better? The common perception is that an office job is easier and takes less of a toll on your body. However, research has revealed that in fact, sitting down at a desk all day can be more stressful and unhealthy for you (reaching for that pack of Hobnobs every hour probably doesn’t help either).
Jan 4, 2017
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How to survive January when you're skint
January is renowned for being the month of no money. Pockets are empty after splurging over the festive period and pay day seems like a million miles away. If you’re feeling down about your finances, worry not as we have some handy hints to ensure you stay afloat this month.
Dec 30, 2016