- September 14, 2017
- Eleanor Booth
The 'weakness' question is a double-edged sword. While you don't want to admit to being insufficient for the job, you also need to show that you are self-aware and have the ability to improve.
Category: Careers Advice
- September 14, 2017
- Catriona Dennis
“The past is a foreign country: they do things differently there." In actual fact, any student of history knows that we have a lot more in common with our ancestors than many think.
- September 10, 2017
- Eleanor Booth
This question can be one of the easiest but also one of the most difficult in the interviewer's arsenal. You don’t want to seem arrogant when answering, but you also want to show self-awareness and maturity.
- September 8, 2017
- Eleanor Blake
The fashion industry isn't all slender models and stilettos. Breaking into the industry is hard, making a name for yourself even harder. Be prepared for some long days of labour and be willing to go that extra mile.
- September 3, 2017
- Gemma Callaghan
Starting out in the world of work can be pretty daunting. You can prepare yourself as much as possible: polish those shoes, iron this shirt and comb that hair. What you can’t always be ready for are some of the stranger questions you might face during the interview.
- August 22, 2017
- Eleanor Booth
It's so easy to answer 'my mother', 'my old boss' or good ol' 'Michelle Obama'. But while these admirable figures might well be the foci of your deepest daydreams, the name you utter at that fateful time can say an awful lot more about you.
- August 21, 2017
- Catriona Dennis
Increasingly, employers are looking for soft skills and experience as much as a degree. Through a social activity such as being a team captain or a society president, you can grow examples for the CV that you might not have realised you were nurturing.
- August 16, 2017
- Josie Clarkson
Your CV is arguably the most important document you submit to potential employers, so it has to be really good to prevent it from being discarded. Writing such a crucial document is not an easy task and there are lots of websites available that are full of helpful information.
- August 14, 2017
- Harriet Mills
Maybe you’ve just finished the long slog of A-Levels, or your undergraduate degree. Or perhaps you’ve reached a point in your career and just need some time out. Either way, a gap year is always an option for you to consider.
- August 10, 2017
- Luke Mayo
Finding one’s life’s purpose is no easy feat and requires a great amount of thought, planning and dedication.
