The 5 Best Books for Job Seekers in 2023

February 15, 2023Career Advice, Job Search AdviceCareer Improvement

I love to read, and I love to read about the recruitment industry (I know, it’s a geeky thing to do), so below are my top 5 recommendations for those looking to max out their job search and career advancement activity in 2023. Check out my 5 best book recommendations for job seekers.

Are CV Templates Worth It?

February 8, 2023CV Advice, Job Search AdviceCareer Improvement

Circumnavigating the different forums and social networks there is a question that seems to crop up time and again from those who are about to embark on a job hunt - "Are CV Templates Worth It?". In this article, we aim to settle this issue once and for all.

How To Create A LinkedIn Job Alert

November 21, 2022LinkedIn, Job Search AdviceCareer Improvement

Job searching can be frenetic, with so much going on it can be difficult to ensure you don't miss an opportunity. So to ease the burden a tiny bit make LinkedIn Job alerts your new favourite tool. Their clever reminders and notifications will do some of the hard work for you.

Job Search Checklist For 2023: Free Printable

November 1, 2022Job Search AdviceCareer Improvement

We’re pretty big on our job search printables at the Career Improvement Club, so with this in mind we’ve provided this handy little check list to help you move through the process of job searching without missing any important updates or tasks along the way.

How To Write A Student CV

September 6, 2022Student Advice, CV Advice, Job Search AdviceCareer Improvement

Employers often receive hundreds if not thousands of applications to their graduate vacancies (making the life of a Graduate Recruiter a particularly stressful one)! Competition for good professional jobs is tight!

This article is for successful graduates / students looking to create an awesome CV and uncover some amazing job search tips that will help beat other graduate job seekers to the best vacancies.

How Social Media Can Be A Viable Way To Find Your Next Job.

September 2, 2022Job Search Advice, LinkedInCareer Improvement

For all its faults and bad press social media can play an essential role within the recruitment lifecycle. While most individuals use it for communication and entertainment, businesses (and most notably employers) use social media as an information platform, with mainstream uses including customer service, marketing promotion and also recruitment.

How To Follow Up A Job Application {That WILL Get a Response}

May 17, 2022Job Search AdviceCareer Improvement

By sending a follow up to your job application it reinforces your interest in the company, reminding employers you're still available and keen and it also bumps your details to the top of their inbox and to the front of their minds.

In this article, we’ll give some tips on when to follow up on your job application or job interview, and provide some best practices when doing so. Read on...

Are Professional Resume Writers Worth It?

January 13, 2022CV AdviceCareer Improvement

This article aims to clarify whether paying a professional resume writer is worth it, we’ll highlight whether you need it, the costs if you do, expectations should you commit, the morals of it and more!

How To Write A CV With No Experience

June 14, 2021Student Advice, CV AdviceCareer Improvement

Experience you either have it or you don’t, right? Well, it’s a matter of perspective, we all have some sort of experience in something. This is a guide on How to write a CV when you have no experience.

Are You Caught in the Job Search Spiral of Doom?

March 26, 2021Job Search AdviceCareer Improvement

Hockey Mum’s situation is not unique and in-fact it’s something I see quite a lot (which is why I decided to create this post). The Compound Rejection Cycle or the Job Search Spiral of Doom is a common trap. This is what it is and how to get out of it.