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How to Impress During a Video Interview
It’s quite common now to have an online interview for a job. Many companies seem to prefer to have the initial meeting online, as it
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It’s quite common now to have an online interview for a job. Many companies seem to prefer to have the initial meeting online, as it
You’ve achieved your targets every year, led teams through layoffs and restructurings, and built a CV any recruiter would call strong. So why does the
You’ve aced the interview. You’ve sent the thank-you note. Now, the hiring manager asks for your references. Most candidates treat this as a formality—a final box to be checked.
This is a mistake. In my experience, a hesitant or unprepared reference is one of the most common reasons a “sure thing” offer falls through at the last minute.
What’s wrong with your CV?
I see lots of CVs every week, and five things regularly tend to let them down:
– The personal profile
– The layout
– The length
– The lack of narrative
– The cut-and-paste job
Job hunting is a frustrating process. The job market is tougher than ever and there is more competition. It seems that there is always someone better than you, more qualified than you, and with more
experience than you, applying for the same position as you are.
Have you been retrenched? Maybe your position was the only position cut or maybe you were laid off with an entire department. The feelings caused by being retrenched are largely the same regardless of your circumstances.
We don’t just fill vacancies, we build futures. At Selhurst Recruitment, every placement is a step toward stronger teams, thriving careers, and a more connected South Africa. With deep local insight and a people-first approach, we match ambition with opportunity, and talent with purpose.