The night before an interview is a confusing and difficult time. While most people understand that the night before their interview is an essential part of the interview preparation process, many of them just don’t understand how to use the final night to their advantage. Whether they are nervous and try to cram too […]
Category Archives: Interviews
As of August 2015 the college of policing in the UK amended the police officer recruitment interview question format. This article provides candidates with details information and advice on how to prepare effectively for the new format, which includes both motivational and value based questions, in addition to the past behaviour questions. The new style […]
For many people, a second interview is problematic. A second interview is used to distinguish you from the other candidates. It is used to determine the level of your technical abilities, so that your skillset can be compared to other applicants. In this blog, we’ll give you a guide to what second interview questions […]
When going through the job selection process, one of the most common stages that employers use to filter out candidates is the telephone interview stage.This normally takes place before a physical interview, and precedes the assessment centre. Many candidates fail this stage, because they are unprepared or do not take it seriously. They underestimate the […]
Writing a CV is no easy task, and there are a great many pitfalls which you will need to avoid. One of the most important elements of writing a CV is the introduction. This is known as the ‘personal statement’. Your personal statement should introduce yourself and your skills to the reader. When applying for […]
Job interviews are a nerve wracking process. On the verge of achieving your dream career, it can often be difficult to remain calm and composed. Interview preparation is key. The better you prepare for your interview, the more chance you have of securing your job. Unfortunately, there are a large number of people who […]
Prison Officers in 2015 are responsible for supervising offenders in prisons and young offenders’ institutions. The daily life of a prison officer is extremely difficult, as they will often have to react quickly and remain calm in high pressured and difficult situations. As a prison officer, you will frequently need to deal with angry […]
At the end of a job interview, many people make a fatal mistake. Look at the below example and see if you can spot the error: Interviewer: ‘That’s great, teamwork is something we really value at this organisation. It seems like we’re all done here…do you have any questions for us?’ Interviewee: ‘Nope, I […]
Hairdressing is a fantastic career choice. As part of the beauty industry, hairdressing is a constant, recession proof and in demand service. Provided you supply your customers with great service, they will continue to come back. The majority of people are striving to improve their looks on a day to day basis, and as a […]
During the Royal Navy selection process you will be required to sit interviews at both the Armed Forces Careers Office (AFCO) and, if applying to become an Officer, during your attendance at the Admiralty Interview Board (AIB). The sift or filter interview, which is held at your local Armed Forces Careers Office, will be undertaken […]