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2020-07-10

4 Ways to stand out in an overcrowded job market

By Drake Editorial Team

Businesses will need to adjust to a new reality in the post pandemic world, and so too will job seekers. Many businesses may not reopen, and others may start up slowly. There will be industry sectors that will actively look for candidates, and others that may not be ready.

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2020-07-03

Job search success begins with knowing yourself first

By Drake Editorial Team

When you need a job – particularly when you need one now – seems like the wrong time to be thinking about “finding yourself”. After all, you have CV’s to send out, cover letters to write, and interviews to attend. And besides, it’s not like there is a well-defined path to follow that leads to personal understanding.

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2020-07-01

How to get work experience

By Drake Editorial Team

If you’ve ever looked for a job, you’ve heard it all before.  Experience required.  Even when hiring for so-called “entry-level” positions, experience is often a must.  Here’s why it’s frustrating: you need a job to acquire experience, but you need experience in order to get a job!  It seems like a never-ending cycle – and one that is particularly difficult to break.

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2020-03-20

12 of the Best Interview Questions to ask

By Drake Editorial Team

The most common answer to "do you have any questions?" is surprisingly "no". Not only is this the wrong answer, but it’s also a missed opportunity to find out information about the company. It is important for you to ask questions. Not just any questions, but those relating to the job, the company and the industry.

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2020-03-19

7 Common Interview Mistakes to Avoid

By Drake Editorial Team

A job interview can be a very uncomfortable and stressful situation. You're only human and it's common to make a couple of mistakes in a job interview. We have come up with 7 of the most common interview mistakes so you can be aware of them and try your best to avoid them.

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2020-01-30

Ready for a New Challenge? How to Motivate Yourself Throughout Your Job Search.

By Drake Editorial Team

With the start of a new year, is it time to land your dream job, or maybe change career paths? Searching for a new job can be a daunting task, but not if you plan and take the necessary steps to achieve your goals.

 

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