Interviews

What's Different about a Telephone Interview? Interviews can be daunting The selection process for any job can be lengthy and involve many steps.  These steps can include telephone interview, Skype interview, face to face interview, psychometric testing, role play, presentation to the interview board, completion of written assignment, skills testing, etc.  The approach to each element varies and there are some subtle differences between interviewing face to face and telephone interviews. Visual Presence and Body Language In a face to face situation, non-verbal communication plays a huge part in the success of a telephone interview scenario.  Non-verbal communication is subtle and [...]

Interview Preparation Job seeking can be time consuming and involve a lot of steps in the process to a successful outcome. Job applications naturally form the first step and one that effective recruitment consultants can complete on your behalf. Professional recruiters will ensure to present the relevant experience you have for the role. This will maximise your chance of being selected for the role you are most suited to. Selection for interview is the key opportunity for you to demonstrate your abilities for the desired job. Effective interview preparation is crucial Research the organisation It is important that you learn as [...]

When is a Coffee Not a Coffee? … when it’s as part of the Interview Process for a job! Coffee drinking in Ireland is Huge Business Coffee drinking in Ireland by professionals has become a huge growth area.  A third of Irish consumers purchase coffee out of home at least once a day, which is up almost 10% year on year! (Source: Food for Thought February 2017 ). It's a social activity.  Office workers pop out to grab a takeaway coffee frequently and it is viewed as a “break” or social opportunity. "Let's have a coffee to go through the [...]