31 October

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5 Tips for Acing Your First Job Interview.

Whether your interview is in person, by phone, or over video, the first conversation with a potential employer is often nerve-wracking. But the more you prepare, the more confident you'll feel — and projecting confidence is essential to doing well in a job interview. The following are the tips for acing your first job interview. Research the Company and Job Description. Before your interview, research the organization and the responsibilities of the role you're applying for. A quick internet search or browsing through LinkedIn can usually help you find this kind of information. You should familiarize yourself with the company's products and services so...

12 October

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HOW TO MAKE A GREAT IMPRESSION IN THE JOB INTERVIEW.

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You have your job interview scheduled—congratulations! Now it’s time to prepare, and we’ve got you covered. In this article, we provide an overview of how to succeed in an interview along with the tips for making a great impression in a job interview. Show Up on Time You’ve heard it a million times: “If you’re early, you’re on time; if you’re on time, you’re late.” Being punctual should be a given—especially when your dream job is on the line. But no matter how many times you’ve heard it, it’s worth mentioning again: Show up on time. Running late? Call as soon as possible to...

14 September

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Signs of a Bad Interview that Mean You Didn’t Land the Job.

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1. The interviewer seemed uninterested in you Was your interviewer simply going through the motions? Or did they seem genuinely interested in you as a candidate? Sometimes, we get the sense that the person we are talking to simply couldn't care less what we have to say. It may feel like they may have been staring at the clock as you talk, looking down at their paperwork or just glazing over completely. Whatever it was, it could be telling of whether or not you got the job. Sadly, if you felt as though the interviewer or hiring manager was less than concerned...

13 September

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How to Answer “What Is Your Greatest Strength

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Your strengths say a lot about you as a candidate. By asking you about your strengths, here’s what the interviewer is looking for: They want to know if you know your own strengthsThey want to know if you’re realisticThey want to know if your strengths are relevant for the job While answering, the HR manager is going to expect examples from you. So, to answer correctly, you need to convey the above 3 points in your answer and provide a real-life, relevant example of the strength in action. You can claim you’re the most hard-working person in the world and amazing at time-management, but without providing an example, you might...

24 August

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10 Interview Mistakes That Could Cost You the Job.

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You have applied the dream job, aced the phone interview and you are now invited to an in-person interview. Here are the 10 mistakes you should avoid because they could cost you a job. 1. Lying What happens when you find out your date lied to you? Hopefully, you'll say “bye-bye” without looking back. A hiring manager would do the same if a candidate lies during their interview. Lying about one's experience, education, skills, current or past salary, achievements, and so on is not acceptable in an interview. If you lie, chances are you will get caught. As one recruiter shared in response to the...

03 August

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WHY IS AN INTERSHIP IMPORTANT ?

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An internship is an official program offered by organizations to help train and provide work experience to students and recent graduates. Here are the top 5 reasons we think show the importance of an internship. 1.)Internships provide exposure to the real world. Unfortunately, in today’s job market, passing exams with high scores and getting a degree doesn’t offer the much-needed work experience, you will need to succeed in a workspace. By partaking in an internship, you will be able to gain real-life exposure, grow your knowledge and determine if you are in the right career field. Internships not only provide you with the first-hand...

27 July

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6 TIPS FOR LEAVING YOUR JOB GRACEFULLY

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If you're planning to put in your notice, consider taking the advice of experts below and doing everything in your power to make your exit as strong as your entrance. Give sufficient notice. It's standard to give your employer at least two weeks' notice when you quit your job, but those in accounting should consider giving more notice. Have a direct and professional conversation. Once you're sitting down with your manager, it's usually best to open the conversation with the fact that you're resigning. Tell your manager face-to-face. It might be tempting to quit your job over email in order to avoid an awkward conversation, but...

08 June

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TIPS ON WRITTING A SUCCESSFUL CV

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What exactly IS a CV? Curriculum Vitae: a Latin phrase meaning literally, ‘course of life’; a brief account of your education, qualifications, and previous employment. It is how you present yourself to the outside world, the world of work. It is a form of personal marketing so it should show you in the best light possible. the following are tips to help you get started in creating a successful CV and securing your first (or next) job; Get the basics right There is no right or wrong way to write a CV but there are some common sections you should cover. These include: personal and...

06 June

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WHAT ARE “SOFT SKILLS” ?, WHY ARE THEY IMPORTANT IN WORKPLACES ?

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A little data point from Labour Market Survey Tanzania "70% of employers are of the the view that a low level of soft or behavioural skills on the part of employees is a matter of grave concern as it affects productivity negatively". Soft Skills, also known as behaviorial or core skills, are skills applicable to all professions. These include critical thinking, problem solving, public speaking, professional writing, teamwork, digital literacy, leadership, professional attitude, work ethic, career management and intercultural fluency - Wikipedia.Soft skills can impact how well you work or interact with other people. These skills help you form relationships, create trust...

01 June

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HOW TO ANSWER “WHAT DO YOU CONSIDER TO BE YOUR WEAKNESS ?”

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What your interviewer is really trying to do with this question—beyond identifying any major red flags—is to gauge your self-awareness and honesty. So, “I can’t meet a deadline to save my life” is not an option—but neither is “Nothing! I’m perfect!” Strike a balance by thinking of something that you struggle with but that you’re working to improve. For example, maybe you’ve never been strong at public speaking, but you’ve recently volunteered to run meetings to help you get more comfortable when addressing a crowd. Example: “It can be difficult for me to gauge when the people I’m working with are overwhelmed...

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