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If you have been job hunting for a while then you may find yourself having to refresh your resume writing every so often. Revisiting your resume to make amendments can be very rewarding and could increase your chances of finding employment. If you have been looking for a job for months and aren’t sure whether you need to rewrite your resume, then check out these three reasons why it could be a good idea.

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A survey last year revealed that the number one mistake made during a job interview is failing to ask for the job.

So how do you make sure the employer knows you want the position? Check out these tips below to help you re-iterate your interest in the job.

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If you are trying to update your resume, you may be wondering how to order the content. What should be at the top? And how much content should you include on it? Take a look at the check list below to help you organise your resume.

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Demonstrating you are a good team player in the work place can be beneficial for a number of reasons. Most employers look for candidates that have good team building skills because it can demonstrate that you are versatile, approachable and easy to work with. If you can show these skills it could also help you to secure career progression or a job promotion in the future. So how do you show your team building skills at work?

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If you are preparing to update your resume and apply for a job, you may also want to think about updating your career portfolio. Your career portfolio can showcase your work and help you to demonstrate your expertise and achievements during a job interview. So as well as having the obvious content (past achievements, notes on successful projects, examples of work) what else can you do to make your career portfolio interesting? Check out these simple steps to help you improve your career portfolio and hopefully your job interview chances!

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It can be difficult to stand out at work if you are an introvert. Extroverts can be loud and speak their mind in the workplace whereas introverts are usually more refrained from voicing ideas. If you think you are an introvert and want to stand out in your job then follow these simple steps to help you.

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If you are using social media sites to help you find a job check out these three things to avoid to ensure you maximise your chances of finding employment!

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Searching for a job can take months so if you are currently job hunting check out these tips to help you maximise your employment opportunities.

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When it comes to working in the office, when the weather heats up it can be very tempting to ditch the desk and head outside to enjoy the sunshine. Staying motivated at work during the sunnier months can be tough so here are some tips to help you keep your motivation levels up.

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If you have sent your resume out to countless employers and have had no job offers or even offers to attend a job interview, why is your resume being ignored? Check out some common reasons below and some ways you can resolve them!

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