What NOT to say in a job interview

What not to say in a job interview

Attending a job interview is an exciting and daunting experience – one that A Star Recruitment can help you fully prepare for.

Much of an interview consists of the interviewer asking you about your suitability for both the role and the company offering the position. You are then given the opportunity to ask a couple of questions yourself – this usually happens towards the conclusion of the interview. While it’s a great chance for you to get your personality across, if you say the wrong thing at this or any other point in the interview, it could be very costly to your chances of being offered the job.

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How to Stay Motivated During Your Job Search

Job Search Motivation

Looking for a job is difficult at the best of times. Depending on your individual circumstances you may currently be unemployed, in a job you dislike, or you are simply looking for a fresh start away from your present role. There are many reasons why people seek new opportunities but if chances do not come your way quickly it can become easy to get downbeat and to lose motivation.

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How to Put Your Achievements into Context During Interviews

How to say achievements in interviews

It is imperative that you are as prepared as possible for an interview and one of the most important aspects of this is to know how to talk about your achievements in interviews. Things you are proud of that you have achieved throughout your life and in previous positions must be contextual during your interview. Most people who attend a job interview will have achievements that they are proud of, but you must know how to make them relevant to the vacancy you are applying for. The A Star-Recruitment team are on hand to explain how you can do this.
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Improve Your Chances of Success at an Interview

Succeed at Interview

A job interview can be an exciting yet nerve-wracking prospect. You have successfully gained an interview following your job application and now you have the chance to secure the job itself with a face to face meeting with your potential employers.

But what does it take to succeed at your interview? How do you make an impression at an interview? This blog post from the A Star Recruitment team takes a look at things you can do to help you succeed with your job interview.
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How To Write A CV With No Work Experience

Write CV with no work experience

Writing or adjusting your CV can be a difficult task for most people looking to find work. However, it can be even tougher if you are trying to write a CV when you have no work experience related to the job you are applying for.

Job hunting can be a confusing and stressful time particularly when you see an entry-level job advert that requires a certain amount of experience in the industry to even be considered. That’s right, even entry-level jobs ask for experienced candidates! Thankfully, the team at A Star Recruitment have put together a handy guide on how to write a CV with no work experience. (more…)

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