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Preparing for Behavioural Interview Questions: How to Structure Your Responses

Behavioural interview questions can sometimes feel like an interrogation. Instead of a casual chat about your skills, you’re suddenly expected to relive your past experiences in excruciating detail...

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Redundancy Is Tough, But So Are You.

​To those navigating redundancy in the IT sector in Belfast – what some might perceive as failure or a setback is often the best thing that ever happened to us. Redundancy can leave you feeling bli...

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The Best Way to Showcase Your Professional Portfolio

​Serious about your career? You might need a professional portfolio. Whether you're a designer, writer, engineer, or marketing specialist, a strong portfolio is your golden ticket to standing out f...

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This Is How Your Social Media Can Affect Your Job Search

​Your social media is being watched — and we don't mean by those third-party data companies tracking your every like to sell you personalised ads for something you mentioned once in conversation. T...

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Do Internships Really Matter?

​When it comes to career progression, experience is everything. But what if you’re just starting out or trying to break into a new field? Enter internships and volunteer work—two underrated yet pow...

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The Demand for Data Talent in NI and The Skills Companies are Looking For

The demand for data professionals in Northern Ireland has surged in recent years, with companies across various industries investing heavily in data-driven decision-making. As businesses look to ha...

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Secrets to Staying Motivated While Managing Job Search Stress

​Job searching can feel like an emotional rollercoaster—one minute, you’re pumped about a promising lead, the next, you’re questioning your entire career. Rejection emails, ghosting, and waiting fo...

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Uncover the Truth About Any Company - How To Research Potential Employers

Job hunting isn’t just about convincing a company to hire you, it’s also about making sure the company is right for you. The last thing you want is to accept an offer, only to realise three months ...

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Negotiating Job Offers: Tips for Getting What You Deserve

​Congrats, you've landed the job! But before you start practising your ‘new job’ LinkedIn post, let’s talk about the art of negotiation. Because if you just say “yes” to an offer that maybe wasn't ...

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Effective Follow-Up After Interviews: Dos and Don'ts

​So, you've nailed the interview (or at least, you think you did.) Now what? Do you sit by the phone, refreshing your inbox like a lovesick teenager? Do you send a 500-word email on why you're the ...

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Career Advice for 2025: The Tips You Need to Know

​Gunning for a promotion? Eyeing a career change? Or just trying to keep your head above water in this job market that seems to be rapidly evolving? 2025 is your year to level up. Competition is fi...

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​Building a Personal Brand That Will Stand Out to Employers

Let’s be honest: job hunting can feel like a battle. You’re armed with your CV, a half-decent LinkedIn profile, and a vague hope that your years of hard work will speak for themselves. But you’re c...

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Why Waiting for January Could Cost You Your Dream Job

The Winter Holidays: A time to eat too much, watch too many cheesy movies, and... job search? Yeah, you read that right. While you're decking the halls, companies are still hiring, and there's less...

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How to Have a LinkedIn Profile That Recruiters Can’t Ignore

​Let’s talk LinkedIn—aka the social media platform that’s not quite as fun as TikTok but way more useful for your career. Most people think their LinkedIn is fine when it's (probably) not. If you’r...

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How to Expand Your Job Search? NETWORK!

We all know that job searching can feel like an endless cycle of applications, waiting, and the dreaded rejections. So, here’s a tip that can totally change the game: networking. ​And I don’t mean ...

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Stop Searching for the “One True Passion” – Here’s What Really Matters!

​We’ve all heard it: "Find a job you love, and you’ll never work a day in your life." The whole idea of discovering your passion and turning it into a career can feel a bit overwhelming. However, w...

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7 Simple Ways to Build Resilience and Bounce Back from Career Setbacks!

Careers rarely go in a straight line. If they did, it would be a lot more like a conveyor belt and a lot less like a roller coaster.Life loves a curveball, and sometimes it feels like you’ve been...

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Are you happy in your career?

CAREER HAPPINESS First things first, no job will always be sunshine and rainbows, although wouldn’t that be nice… However, when considering career options, happiness at work is a crucial factor for...

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Want to Succeed in a Changing Workplace? Start Here!

Change is the only constant. The ability to adapt quickly and effectively to new circumstances is no longer just a valuable skill, but a necessity for survival and success. ​Embrace a Growth Mindse...

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How to Avoid Being Ghosted by Employers – And What to Do if It Happens

​Ghosting in the job market – when a potential employer suddenly stops responding – can be incredibly frustrating for candidates. You've gone for the interview that you thought went incredibly well...