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Does the ATS Automatically Reject Your CV? The Truth Behind Job Application Myths

Does the ATS Automatically Reject Your CV? The Truth Behind Job Application Myths

If you’ve been job hunting for a while, you’ve probably come across the theory that an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) automatically rejects CVs. That's why you can apply for a job at 3am and get a rejection email seconds later right? It’s one of the

Why Recruiters Reject Your CV in 6 Seconds (and How to Fix It)

Recruiters don’t ‘read’ your CV. They skim it in seconds. In this video, I break down exactly what recruiters look for in those first few seconds and the mistakes that get you rejected instantly. If your applications aren’t turning into interviews, this is the fix. This video was

Why Researching Your Future Boss is Just as Important as the Job Itself

Why Researching Your Future Boss is Just as Important as the Job Itself

When you're preparing for an interview, researching the company is important, but equally crucial is researching your interviewer. After all, this person could end up being your boss, and their influence on your career will be massive. A good boss can shape your career trajectory, help you grow,

Should You Include Hobbies on Your CV?

Should You Include Hobbies on Your CV?

Let’s talk about hobbies on your CV. Are they a good thing or a bad thing? It’s one of those topics that comes up again and again, and everyone seems to have an opinion on it. Some people are convinced hobbies make you stand out. Others say they

How Hiring Managers Really Compare Candidates in the Final Round

How Hiring Managers Really Compare Candidates in the Final Round

You’ve made it to the final round. You’re up against two or three other people who all have the right skills, the right experience, and a solid interview performance. From your side, it feels like a coin toss. But from inside that hiring room, it’s never random.

What I’d Do If I Lost My Job Tomorrow

Let’s say I walk into work tomorrow, and boom - just like that, I’m out of a job. No warning. No notice. Just done. That’s been the reality for a lot of folk over the past couple of years. In my latest YouTube video, I talk through

The Truth About ‘Culture Fit’: How It’s Used Against Candidates

The Truth About ‘Culture Fit’: How It’s Used Against Candidates

If you have been through a job interview recently, chances are you have either been told, or suspected, that you were rejected because you were “not the right culture fit”. It is one of the most common phrases that candidates hear, yet one of the least explained. At first glance