"As a recruitment consultant," says Chantelle Hardie, Recruitment Consultant at RecruitFIN, "a challenge that I face each day is that of people and companies who are not interested in using recruitment agencies, from those who have had bad experiences with previous agencies to those who have never engaged in the process of using an agency." There are many companies who are not using this precious resource of a trained professional to fill their vacancies. 26 Apr 2012 Read more >>

It is very difficult to outline a typical day as a recruitment consultant as every day varies. Consultants are constantly dealing with different personality types, companies, job specs and recruitment processes. Environments are constantly changing in recruitment and anything can happen, which is what makes recruitment such an exciting industry to be in! Most recruitment companies work quite differently to one another; however the core practices remain the same no matter which company you are a part of. All recruitment environments are very consultative based, focusing equally on client and candidate relationships. 28 Mar 2012 Read more >>

In today's society, social media is utilised by a broad range of individuals and is increasingly becoming a way for people to express their personal brand for social and professional purposes. Your social identity can either help or harm your chances of receiving a job offer. Over the last few years there has been an increase in the use of social media by future employers in order to screen their potential recruits. How can the proper use of your social identity help you secure that dream job? And which portals should you be placing emphasis on? Facebook and Linked In are two of the largest networks that have taken the world by storm and each possess qualities that can benefit your career. 28 Feb 2012 Read more >>

In modern day society, communication in the business sector has dramatically increased and changed over the past few years with the likes of: Skype, Email, and even the most recent introduction, instant messaging such as Blackberry Messenger and Whatsapp. The only form of communication that has stood the test of time has been the "good old fashioned" telephone call. 27 Jan 2012 Read more >>

Chief executive officer, general manager, project coordinator, executive PA... what do they actually mean? A couple of years ago you were your job title, but how times have changed. How many people know three or four people who have the same job title but do not have anywhere near the same responsibilities, similar skill sets or are in the same salary bracket? Not too many come to mind I'm sure. 28 Nov 2011 Read more >>

So you have now identified what you're good at, what you're not good at, where your passions lie and where you can imagine yourself in five years time. It's now time to go out there and find that dream job and we'll show you how. 28 Oct 2011 Read more >>

Receiving that all-important phonecall telling you "you're hired" is probably one of the best phonecalls you'll ever receive. You've been dreaming of walking those corridors, chatting to new colleagues, bearing the company logo proudly and sitting at your new desk, and suddenly with just two words, your world has changed. You're proud of yourself, give yourself a pat on the back and look admiringly in the mirror - you aced it! You're a legend! Off you go to celebrate your new-found role and enjoy a couple of drinks with friends and family and tell everyone you can the good news. 30 Sep 2011 Read more >>

It is known that the single most important aspect of the success of any company is the people it recruits. This is also one of the greatest challenges faced by organisations. Recruiting and retaining the right people to enable an organisation to grow and gain increased success and market share places a significant demand on any company as the time and costs associated with the process are extremely high. Over the last few years, we have seen a dramatic shift in the recruitment process as companies fight against the costs and time involved, the increased skills shortage and now, the changing role of technology and the increased use of social media in trying to find the ideal employees to ensure continued success of the company, in an extremely competitive and turbulent business environment. How has technology really impacted on this process? 1 Sep 2011 Read more >>

What are you deciding factors when considering a new employer? Many factors come into consideration but one aspect that is often underestimated is the size of a company. What you expect from a future employer depends on whether the company is a large corporate or a smaller organisation. 22 Jul 2011 Read more >>

A trend that has started creeping in to the market is that of candidates becoming far too relaxed about accepting a job offer from a company and then getting cold feet when it comes to resigning with their current employer and starting with their new one. What candidates don't realize is that their actions could have potentially disastrous consequences for their career. 22 Jun 2011 Read more >>

One of the main reasons employees are actively on the market today is to get some sort of salary increase - may it be in the way of cold hard cash, benefits or bonuses. But what type of salary increase these days is acceptable to ask for? 26 May 2011 Read more >>

It can be argued that most companies expect a candidate to have completed some form of tertiary studies, and indeed many companies may not consider an incumbent who has not obtained this prerequisite. For those who are in a fortunate enough position to be able to pursue some form of tertiary education after school, there are many aspects that need to be considered before going ahead with a desired course of study. What should be asked is "What is my ultimate career path?" and "What is it that I am going to need to do in order to achieve my career aspirations?" 28 Apr 2011 Read more >>

There are many aspects of an interview process that a potential employer considers before making the ultimate hiring decision. These days, finding the right person for the job, not only means getting through potentially 3-4 stages of interviews with the applicant, but often includes making use of a personality test. The frequency of the use of personality tests by employers in an interview/screening process is becoming more and more prevalent today. 31 Mar 2011 Read more >>

It is well known that when you are selected to be interviewed you have already partly convinced your interviewer that you can do the job, and this all just on the content of your CV. The secret is in convincing your potential employer that you match up to your CV, that you are indeed the correct person for the job. Contrary to popular belief, this is the part of the process that is actually in your control. It is now up to you to ensure that you get all the required information across during the meeting and that is done by following a simple, structured interview process backed by some solid preparation. 23 Feb 2011 Read more >>

In case you didn't already know it your CV is the ultimate sales and marketing tool. Knowing how to create this document is a life skill that can easily be acquired. 25 Jan 2011 Read more >>

Before entering the job market there are a number of factors which you should consider, beginning with the reason(s) behind wanting to resign. If your reason is solely a desire for a higher, market-related salary then resignation may not be the answer. It is far more economical to keep an employee than attempt to replace him/her. As a result, you will often find candidates end up staying with their current employer after they receive a new job offer, as the reason for leaving in the first place, is resolved through a counter offer. 18 Nov 2010 Read more >>

The night of the 13th October held the prestigious annual Careerjunction awards for the recognition and rewarding of top recruitment agencies throughout the country. 15 Oct 2010 Read more >>

Recruitment organisations exist to help companies achieve their long term business goals and help candidates achieve their long term career goals. It is therefore crucial to find the right recruitment organization to effectively fill your needs. 6 Oct 2010 Read more >>

Have you ever wondered why your CV is regarded as one of the most important factors in your search for a new position? Or why your colleagues CV's seem to attract more attention from both recruiters and employers, when you know that you are just as suited for the position as they are? Perhaps you feel that it is a waste of time spending hours trying to summarize your employment history, skills and qualifications? 3 Sep 2010 Read more >>

Have you ever employed the wrong candidate due to a lack of time? As an employer have you found yourself in a situation where you have an unexpected vacancy that requires your urgent attention, but due to the nature of your own position, you do not have the time at your disposal to devote to filling the position? 4 Aug 2010 Read more >>

For most people, a career carved out in one company is no longer a reality, or an option. Gone are the days of our parents' generation where 25 years long service awards were the norm. Be it an increased level of ambition, curiosity or belief that your resources and skills are more valuable than that of another's; people are becoming increasingly receptive to new opportunities in the marketplace. 23 Jun 2010 Read more >>

It's a question that is asked time and time again. Most of the time however, it's not the hiring employer but you. It's a hard concept that most job seekers have trouble wrapping their heads around, but applicants frequently display signs that tell an employer that they're not the best fit for the job. 5 Feb 2010 Read more >>

There are great questions and dumb questions and, worst of all, no questions at all. 10 Nov 2009 Read more >>

Have you ever applied for a position at a company where you can literally see yourself walking down the corridors, sitting at your desk and being a part of the team? A job that is ‘made for you'? You have all the right skills and experience and still you hear nothing from them. Why is that? 7 Oct 2009 Read more >>

Presenting an offer of employment. Sound simple? I mean, you have a job and someone needs a new job, how hard can it be? Well, turns out this is actually the one of the most delicate stages of the entire recruitment process. 1 Sep 2009 Read more >>

It is said that the average person can expect to change their jobs five to seven times in his or her life. A successful career change will therefore largely depend on the amount of planning and preparation done. 27 Jul 2009 Read more >>

It has been a year full of challenges and surprises, but most of all a year of growth. 15 Jun 2009 Read more >>

I am sure that we have all, at some stage of our careers, been contacted by a recruitment agent asking the question, “are you currently looking for a new position?” This question triggers a number of thoughts: Am I really available for alternative employment? Will it hurt if I say yes and just see what is out there? Am I being properly utilised at my current company? When will I be attending the training that was mentioned in my job interview? 11 Jun 2009 Read more >>