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After two long years of pandemic restrictions, we at VTH are thrilled to announce that we're finally holding in-person events once again! For our first event, we'll be holding our popular Mix & Match Volunteer Job Fair on Thursday, 19 May! Join us to meet representatives from local NGOs and service organizations, meet fellow expats so that you can expand your social and professional circles, and learn important tips about the job market and volunteering from our guest speakers. Space is limited, so visit the event page to learn more about the event and register:

MIX & MATCH VOLUNTEER JOB FAIR
Interested...]]> Mon, 02 May 2022 11:55:24 +0200 Are you facing redundancy as an Expat or International in the Netherlands?
It’s not an easy situation if you suspect you’re about to be made redundant, or if you already have been. And so ‘now what?’ is the foremost thought running through your mind. Change is coming for you and maybe for your family, and transitions aren’t easy or straightforward. The challenge is always insufficient planning to prepare you mentally and tactically with the right blend of skills and knowledge.

That’s why outplacement services are all about creating a real, actionable plan for you that helps you secure the next move in...]]> Mon, 11 Oct 2021 16:43:42 +0200

What is Jooble? Jooble

Jooble is a job search engine created for a single purpose: To help you find the job of your dreams!

You will find all job postings, vacancies and current openings available on Jooble. Have you ever heard something like that? Expect to find many job vacancies in the USA on Jooble. And this is not because Jooble is "the largest job site in the USA", "leading world employment resource" or something like that. This is because of Jooble's operation features; in the same way as any other search engine operates, Jooble does not compile all the information...]]> Thu, 18 Mar 2021 08:41:26 +0100

Are you ready to advance your career?

Meet Nyenrode Business University digital and find out how an MBA program can boost your leadership impact and how you can gain an international view on business and management. Nyenrode’s unique combination of academic theory, practical relevance and personal development will enable you to apply what you learn during your MBA in the daily practice of your organization or your future career.

Which MBA suits you best?
- Full-time MBA, the European MBA based in Amsterdam.
- Executive MBA, focused on leadership and global business.
- Modulair Executive MBA, choose from 3 tracks: Business...]]> Wed, 22 Jul 2020 12:06:28 +0200
Can’t seem to find your dream internship in the FMCG industry? So many questions appeared, such as “Is my academic background good enough” or “Do I need to speak a foreign language?” These concerns should not stop you from landing on an amazing internship in FMCG. However, pre-requirements do mess with applicants’ minds but don’t worry. Let me ease your concerns by tearing these pre-requirements apart, as a recruitment intern at Henkel

Your spirit matters!
Of course, you are worried that people might have better academic backgrounds, results, or skills. However, at some companies like Henkel, it does not matter...]]> Tue, 21 Jul 2020 16:01:56 +0200
Conducting Work from a Distance

There are different scenarios when it comes to working from a distance—traveling from one city to the next, or one country to another, for a few hours, days, or weeks, or even relocating for a period of time. The key to improving your chances of competing for a job in another location, or conducting work from a distance, is to identify locations or job sectors where your line of work is in high demand.

Search for jobs in your expertise to standout and make your skills more valuable to an organization. Indicate in your CV...]]> Mon, 16 Apr 2018 14:17:40 +0200
Applying for a job these days usually means doing so via an employment agency (uitzendbureau). But there also exists the option to apply directly to the employer, bypassing the middleman altogether. As an applicant, it is important to be aware of the relative pros and cons of using either method when applying for a new job.

One of the advantages of using an employment/recruitment agency is simply that it gives you more options. One thing to bear in mind is that in the majority of cases, an in-house HR professional or talent acquisition specialist will be looking for a specific...]]> Mon, 19 Feb 2018 17:26:11 +0100
Nowadays, temporary employment is booming all over the world from the United States to Japan, despite the differences in economic conditions and development. Many multinational corporations, such as McDonald’s or PepsiCo, saved preposterous sums of money by using temporary workers instead of permanent ones. Therefore, job-hopping is becoming more and more a norm that many millennials are choosing to follow.

The main difference between regular employment and short-term employment is that temporary workers are hired for a certain period of time, as is indicated in their contract. They to do all the tasks that permanent workers are supposed to, and...]]> Fri, 12 Jan 2018 21:54:44 +0100

Tired of constantly being rejected? Getting the feeling that you might be making the same mistakes over and over again? There are many different ways on how to look for a new job and, in general, how to approach it. Below are tips on how to make your life easier when finding a new job.

1. Update your resume and LinkedIn profile.
The reason to focus on LinkedIn is because of its position – it is one of the top networking sites for professionals. Furthermore, there are more than 414 million users among whom there are many recruiters and company...]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2017 09:52:39 +0200

Looking for a job can be tricky, particularly when moving to a new location. After all, where is a job seeker to start? While there are many great job boards out there, it can take a bit of trial and error to find the ones that are right for you, which is why a useful tool to use initially is the trusty old search engine.

Though the terms ‘search engine’ and ‘job board’ are often used interchangeably in articles about job hunting, there are marked differences between the two. For example, search engines cast a net over the web and...]]> Mon, 24 Jul 2017 19:26:45 +0200
Creating your personal brand entails combining who you are and what you want to promote, in order to attract people’s attention and build your reputation. First of all, whether it is for personal or professional reasons, you have to start thinking of yourself as a brand, by emphasizing your best competencies and core values, and creating a fascinating story about yourself. The stronger the brand you have, the more motivated and disciplined you will appear, while providing a successful mindset.

There are two main levels where you need to create and promote your personal brand effectively: online through social networks,...]]> Sun, 18 Jun 2017 16:07:44 +0200

Uitzendbureaus — a.k.a. temporary employment agencies in Dutch — can be dated back to the 1650s in the United Kingdom. However, they became really popular during World War II due to the need of thousands of low-cost temporary workers, and the employers’ desire to avoid the hassle of having to hire, train, supervise and eventually fire them. This industry only continued to grow, and today there are more than 3 million workers who have been temporarily employed in the U.S. alone.

Nowadays, uitzendbureaus are the short-term solution to obtain a temporary employment. They serve a role as a third party...]]> Mon, 26 Jun 2017 10:10:56 +0200 Let me set the scene for you. You have decided that it is about time to start looking for a job, and you have already begun engaging in the well-familiar but tedious process. It has been hours since you entered some words into the search bar and now your browser is plagued by endless of tabs of useless results. You are reading the job descriptions, constantly tailoring your CV to meet the requirements, only to find out that all that hard work is going to leave you disappointed. Nevertheless, there is a smart way to avoid this pesky hassle, focus...]]> Mon, 29 May 2017 10:01:32 +0200 We often need to think about where we settle down, it is rarely a random choice like closing your eyes and pointing somewhere on a map and then heading there, as adventurous as it sounds, the majority of us like to make a more informed judgment. Regardless of the reason of moving, whether you have just graduated and are seeking the best spot with your qualification, or coming to the Netherlands from abroad to work, or even something as simple as a fresh start, there are some useful things to bear in mind.

Where Are My Skills Needed

Some of...]]> Mon, 22 May 2017 09:27:00 +0200 When entering the employment world, credentials in your field are normally essential. A university degree is almost always a prerequisite in getting past the first hurdle in a job or graduate scheme application. However, does that mean that your degree is the most important feature on your CV? There is evidence that this not necessarily the case. Experience can help promote your job profile in competitive fields.

The first thing to note is that the debate between education and experience is largely dependent on what type of job you are applying for. Vocational fields like construction will often value experience...]]> Mon, 15 May 2017 11:43:27 +0200 Job boards are anything but scarce. There are countless boards available at your fingertips. With this countless amount of job boards in each country, it can often be hard to know which ones to use. Using every single job board will not necessarily increase your chances of getting a job. In actual fact, it will just take up unnecessary amounts of time. Imagine receiving over 1000 emails every day, believe me it is a complete eyesore. This is why I want to share my favourite boards that have actually been listed as some of the best internationally. How many job...]]> Thu, 04 May 2017 12:37:26 +0200 Job-hunting via job boards is a task many would describe as arduous. The process often involves scrolling through pages and pages of vacancies for an everlasting amount of time only to find a handful of positions that not only match your qualifications but also truly peak your interest. To make matters worse, for every ten applications you submit you would be lucky to hear back from more than one employer. How demoralising, right? Then there is the added "bonus" of applying to vacancies that have already been filled - a complete waste of time. There in suggesting that not every...]]> Mon, 01 May 2017 11:03:55 +0200 Work experience or a degree, which one do employers more relevant? My clients often ask me this and the answer I give them hardly ever satisfies them: I do not think it is either, or; the best would be both. That said, experience is the more important. However, a degree gives an indication of a certain level on which one ought to be able to work, but only having a degree and no experience will not increase the chance of landing the job.

Having a foreign diploma can complicate the job hunt even further. This also depends on your experience...]]> Thu, 20 Apr 2017 13:50:35 +0200 In an increasingly competitive job market, it is important to stand out from the crowd and be noticed by recruiters. Famous brands such as Apple, Nike, or Tesla are immediately recognisable, and carry with them a promise of product quality and consumer expectation. The same is true of personal branding. Prospective employees are selling a ‘product’ (themselves) to a ‘consumer’ (the company).

Building a personal brand is often much more difficult than selling a physical product. This is because it can be difficult to quantify features of your personality that will make you look good to an employer. Your personality...]]> Thu, 30 Mar 2017 10:59:46 +0200 For a multitude of reasons, workers may sometimes prefer not to spend their entire workweek at their job. Part-time contracts typically entail a workweek of around 30 hours or less, rather than 40. Some may find this a more efficient way to organize their lives, while others may want to be able to devote more hours to other priorities. Expats moving to the Netherlands may be wondering what their options are regarding part-time work, and filling in their schedule differently. One thing that can certainly be said about part-time work in the Netherlands is that it is popular.

The good...]]> Mon, 27 Mar 2017 10:46:14 +0200 One of the biggest challenges job seekers face today is getting a foot in the door of the job market. Navigating a route to securing a good job can often be bewildering. You may be fully competent to fulfil the role described in your CV, but actually landing that first interview is a long and daunting journey, which can be more pronounced for expats. This is where recruiter websites come in. If they are used properly, then can be a valuable ally for any jobseeker.

Online recruitment techniques have become the most widely used techniques used by recruiters. In addition...]]> Mon, 20 Mar 2017 10:12:12 +0100 Using online job agencies is becoming increasingly popular, for both jobseekers and businesses. Companies use job agencies so they do not have to sort through potentially hundreds of job applications for a given position. Outsourcing to an agency saves time for executives as the agency can reduce the initially large number of applications down to a manageable level. For jobseekers, many agencies offer services beyond simply being a platform for job hunting. These services can include help with writing CVs, as well as offering practice interviews to improve your chances of being hired. How useful then are such agencies?

Recruitment...]]> Mon, 13 Mar 2017 10:05:58 +0100 Times of political and economic uncertainty bring nervous thoughts of the future, employment being part of that. Each year, we wait to hear how the labor market is doing for the next year and cross our fingers that all is well. This is especially so for those looking to graduate soon or those looking to make a change in their employment. What will 2017 be bringing to the current job market situation?

Jobseekers in the Netherlands, rejoice! For those recent graduates or others looking for new opportunities out there, the next few words written will hopefully come as a welcome...]]> Mon, 20 Feb 2017 09:47:35 +0100 As I exited my undergrad education and before each interview, I ask myself the same question: Do I meet the qualifications for this job in education and experience? Learning on the job is expected so if you are not reaching a bit beyond your current qualifications, maybe you are selling yourself short. However, if the job is above your capabilities, it may end up being a waste of time for you and your employer, a lose/lose for every party involved. How important is education or experience within the job force and how do you circumvent the apparent lack of either...]]> Mon, 06 Feb 2017 20:44:12 +0100 It is time for you to look for a job, and the process – hours of searching, reading descriptions, having your hopes up then just not meeting the requirements, tailoring your CV, sending out emails – is daunting. While the prospect of landing your first job, switching to your dream job, or just landing something to pay all those bills may be exciting, for many, the search is tiring and sometimes even disappointing. So what should we do when the odds are stacked against us?

Have a Conversation with Yourself

As strange as it sounds, I find talking to myself...]]> Wed, 18 Jan 2017 18:14:03 +0100 As I start onthe second half of an MBA program in the Netherlands, I cannot help but take a midpoint evaluation of my decision to take a break from the employment world and become a student once again. I started this program, partly because I wanted to experience studying in another country and partly because I wanted to better my chances of securing my dream job. For any expat wanting to further their education, the debate will usually be, will this opportunity help me get the job I want?

In a country like the Netherlands, where a high level of...]]> Sun, 08 Jan 2017 23:06:29 +0100 Have you thought about where you would like to be in five years’ time? Have you thought about which sort of industry you would like to work in, or even what your daily work schedule should look like? Setting goals helps to frame these questions in such a way that they become manageable. They provide both a focus and a direction, which allows you to take control of the uncertainty and set a benchmark to see if you are accomplishing the things that you want to achieve. This has many benefits in life, not least when it comes to career...]]> Sun, 08 Jan 2017 22:49:50 +0100 The Kingdom of the Netherlands is a small country with a a population of around 17 million people. They started out as worldwide maritime traders in the 16th century, and today they are still significant players in the global economy.As an open economy, the Netherlands is susceptible to international developments and is based on consensus. It has a long tradition of negotiation, which lives on in the close and regular contacts between trade unions, employers’ organisations and the government.

Dutch people are hard workers and they take pride in doing a good job for their employers while also supporting their...]]> Wed, 04 Jan 2017 23:06:14 +0100 The chance of a successful interview is often decided during the first impression and lastsfor about 10 seconds. This also appliesto the CV and the cover letter. The first impression is often all it takes for an employer to continue with or drop a candidate’s application.Basically, a candidate can have three first impressions that can increase or diminish the chances of landing the job.

The CV

The first impression for a CV doesnot always last ten seconds. A CV can already be rejected before the document is fully opened. Yes, this is harsh and may sound even unfair. However, when...]]> Wed, 28 Dec 2016 15:53:34 +0100 Maybe you were raised in the “follow your dream” philosophy, only to find out that your dream does not quite pay the mortgage. We are often too young when we are choosing our studies, which largely determine our career opportunities.You might feel like if you had to make the call again, it would be a very different one. So you decide to make a horizontal career leap.

Lock the Target

Maybe you figure it out on your own or together with a career coach. In any case, finding a career path that fits your personality, ambitions and is overall a...]]> Mon, 12 Dec 2016 10:01:03 +0100 If you have obtained your diploma in humanities, but are somewhat disheartened by its value on the current job market, you might eventually arrive to the radical decision of making a horizontal career leap to seek employment in sciences or engineering. While this makes economical sense, you will soon realise that in order to pursue such a career, you must first pursue the education.

When we are talking about a radical career change (like from a language teacher to a software engineer), some short crash course into the field will often not suffice, and you will find yourself browsing bachelor...]]> Mon, 28 Nov 2016 11:07:43 +0100 The best place would be the website of the company itself, but that makes the search rather complicated. Job boards are a useful medium to simplify a job search. There are, however, countless job boards claiming to have the best vacancies, just for you. Signing up to each single one, is not only a time consuming activity, but will not result in receiving more unique vacancies. You will be swamped in e-mails offering the same jobs and going through them is not only a tedious task, but also a discouraging one.

The most effective way to find suitable vacancies depends...]]> Mon, 21 Nov 2016 11:25:04 +0100 So you have made it through school. Now the question is, how to turn that diploma into a paycheck? It is a cold and unforgiving world out there for the crisp graduate. Perhaps even more so if you also happen to be an expat. However, with the right attitude and proactive approach, you can find just the thing you are looking for.

First step would be to analyse yourself. Make sure you know what you are good at, what you enjoy doing, what your weak points are, and – of course – what do you want in your (professional) life....]]> Tue, 25 Oct 2016 22:01:09 +0200 If you are an expat who has obtained their education abroad, you may know all too well how painfully unimpressed by foreign credentials Dutch employers can be. Your safest bet is to have your foreign diploma recognised by Nuffic and hope for the best. However, if you wish to abandon your expat ways for good and seek employment at a full-blooded Dutch company, you might have to help your luck by getting some sort of qualification here in the Netherlands.

Let us start with the most obvious item – the language. As you have probably found out, there are many...]]> Mon, 24 Oct 2016 10:17:21 +0200 Life without a smartphone is hard to imagine these days, especially when they take over the tasks of a laptop or PC. The ability to access information on the go has become addictive. Statistics show that by 2017 there will be 2.6 billion smartphone users worldwide (Statista, 2016). That is about one-third of the world’s population. Those in search for a job prefer the use of smartphones, as online applications have become a standard. Most recruitment agencies and jobsites have a smartphone friendly website that makes it possible to search for jobs quickly. The problem arises when you have found...]]> Tue, 18 Oct 2016 22:39:55 +0200  The first step to working in The Netherlands is how to find a job? Of all job vacancies advertised online, 31% come directly from employers. Thus, 69% of all vacancies are offered by temporary employment or recruitment agencies, or by intermediaries (according to the CBS). So, the chances are greater that you would be contacted by a recruitment agency, and hopefully sent toanother interview at the employer.(For some job vacancies, assessment proceduresare included apart from the job interview.)
Now, assuming the interviews go well and you get the job—gefeliciteerd (congratulations)! You still need to have a grasp of the Dutch...]]> Mon, 10 Oct 2016 12:18:15 +0200

     You badly want the job, yet you do not meet all of the requirements of the job description, and you wonder how some of your skills fit with those requested—does this mean you should not apply? Of course not, if you want the job so much, then there are already reasons why you are asking yourself this question. With the exception of a large gap between the amounts of experience you have and what they ask for, you can almost always demonstrate your usefulness to an organisation.

      Here are some tips that will demonstrate your abilities, which are...]]> Mon, 10 Oct 2016 09:42:27 +0200 Searching for a suitable new job can be a time consuming activity. Job titles are often nondescript. Luckily, job descriptions give more information about what to expect. There is usually information about the company and information what the employer has to offer to the potential new employee. And there are often overviews or necessary requirements. Sometimes the lists seem never ending; at times the requirements just contradict each other. Other descriptions mention so few skills that almost anyone fits the profile. A vacancy without any requirements is rare and a bit fishy to be honest.

Besides giving an impression of...]]> Mon, 19 Sep 2016 12:39:18 +0200

If you are looking for a job in the Dutch market, you will quickly find that recruitment agencies are pretty standard for those looking to fill a position, as well as those looking for a new job. I discovered this after attending a job fair in Amsterdam. I had been to several job fairs in the U.S. especially in college, and was expecting the same overwhelming experience. I was prepared to visit twenty or thirty booths in one day, hand out C.V.s, and possibly do a surprise interview. What I found was the complete opposite of anything I had ever...]]> Mon, 19 Sep 2016 09:49:42 +0200 How realistic are the recruiters’ demands for job candidates? In other words, how difficult is it to get a job in the Netherlands at the moment? Well, for an expat, everything is hard, it is part of what we signed on for when moving to another country. Between work visas, residency registrations, and 30% tax rulings; finding employment, especially when you did not come over here on a migrant worker’s visa, is just another difficulty to live with. Dealing with recruiters and their expectations is just an inevitability.

It is important to first look at the job market in the...]]> Sat, 27 Aug 2016 19:25:40 +0200

The question of what employers look for in graduates is difficult to answer. After all, requirements vary from industry to industry, and two organizations can hold different views on what sort of applicants are suitable for a certain position.

For graduates, it may be particularly challenging to enter the job market. Applying for jobs as a graduate may seem even more daunting, since it means having to compete against other applicants with more extensive work experience. There are, however, certain traits that can help a recent graduate find employment.

Work Experience

Employers will naturally be more interested in graduates that...]]> Sat, 27 Aug 2016 19:10:22 +0200
You may have been in Customer Relations for a while and are looking for a new work environment and/or bigger pay, or maybe you are just looking to enter the industry. Whichever the case, you will need an impeccable CV to outrun the competition and make a hit. So how do you know what is relevant and how to put it down?

Take the time to research what skills are recruiters looking for on your customer relations CV. This is usually a mix of directly relevant and transferable skills. Ideally, here is where you show off your previous experience in...]]> Mon, 15 Aug 2016 11:49:00 +0200
The easiest answer would be: ‘Sure, you never know when you might luck out’. But in the real world, where you need to spend hours tailoring your CV and motivation letter to each end every ad separately, this kind of approach will get you nowhere. Not all job posts were created equal, so how do you know which ones are worth your time?

Assess your level of Dutch. If you can read and understand the ad, that is probably a good sign. If you need to run it through a translator first, that is probably a bad sign. If you...]]> Mon, 15 Aug 2016 10:19:12 +0200

I arrived in Amsterdam in April of this year with the naive assumption that other than my lack of Dutch language knowledge, I was ready to jump in and find a job right away. I had done research on the U.S. resume vs. the European C.V., had my recommendations ready to go, and thought myself well prepared to enter the Dutch job market. To say that I misjudged my knowledge of the job market in the Netherlands would be an understatement, and it was because of my begrudging attendance to a job fair that I was able to find that...]]> Mon, 08 Aug 2016 11:12:47 +0200

Relocation to another country may be daunting, and the Netherlands is no exception. The tips below will offer you some guidance and help you (and family members if any) to settle in more smoothly. However, you will experience the best guidance and achieve the best results in your relocation using a relocation company like Settle Service.

1. Immigration Formalities

If you hold an EU nationality, then no immigration formality is needed. You will only need to register at a town hall or Expat Centre.

All citizens holding non-EU nationalities will need to undergo an immigration procedure. Mostly used is the...]]> Mon, 25 Jul 2016 12:30:02 +0200

Many financial and administrative employees in trade, industry and the financial sector have lost their jobs through digitization, based on an analysis presented by the Social Security Agency(The UWV) last Thursday.
It is expected that the shrinkage of these occupational groups will continue in the coming years, because many companies continue to digitize their financial records.The UWV is providing about 16,000 current unemployment benefits to job seekers with a financial and administrative background. In 2010, this was about 8,600.
According to the agency, job opportunities for these unemployed workers are mainly outside the administrative field; for example, they could work...]]> Mon, 11 Jul 2016 11:09:43 +0200
There are many things to take into account when job hunting, one of which is the commute between home and the job location. Generally, it is advisable to increase the search parameter when looking for work, instead of keeping it restricted to the city that one lives in; but how far from home does one consider acceptable? There is no single or right answer to this.

A longer commute can be a disadvantage when applying for jobs, not only for the employer but also for yourself. Although the Netherlands is not a particularly big country, a distance of less than...]]> Mon, 13 Jun 2016 11:11:44 +0200
What Is a Good Salary in The Netherlands Compared to Other EU States and Standards of Living?

The Netherlands has a unique wage structure that is applied in very few countries, where from the age of 15 until 23, minimum wage steadily increases with age (see below). The Dutch system also boasts the third highest minimum wage in the EU as of 1st January 2016, bettered only by Luxembourg, Ireland and the UK. Austria, Cyprus Finland, Denmark, Italy and Sweden do not have a statutory minimum wage, which has recently sparked a movement for EU-wide minimum wage regulations.


The average...]]> Fri, 10 Jun 2016 08:52:56 +0200


A number of careers and job positions require experience, and internships serve as a platform to equip people with this necessary experience. Internships can also be a great way to test the waters of a career choice; however, if there is any uncertainty about pursuing that path, it can sometimes be difficult to find the ideal internship.

Before starting the search, there are several questions that need to be answered: what professional field do you want to enter? What exactly do you want to achieve in this field? How can the internship bring you closer to this goal? What can...]]> Fri, 20 May 2016 10:04:50 +0200 All employees like to know what is expected of them and how they will be evaluated. Job descriptions can also be a great value to employers. Creating a job description often results in a thought process that helps determine how critical the job is, how this particular job relates to others and identify the characteristics needed by a new employee filling the role.

A job description typically outlines the necessary skills, training and education needed by a potential employee. It will spell out duties and responsibilities of the job. Once a job description is prepared, it can serve a basis...]]> Mon, 14 Mar 2016 09:44:38 +0100 You have a nice job, great colleagues and also a good salary. Yet there is something gnawing at you. You really want something else. Are you looking for more responsibility? A new working environment? New challenges? You want something different. You want something new. You want to find a new job. But how do you do this? What should come with a new job? What do you actually realy want?

About eight out of ten people I speak with have questions like this. Often these candidates know exactly what they can. Often everyone knows exactly what they don't like. However,...]]> Mon, 07 Mar 2016 12:25:02 +0100 As you all know, global talent mobility is on the increase; its an exciting time for globally mobile professionals. The global jobs market is booming and candidates no longer have to confine their careers to their home country, they can take the next step of their career in any part of the world, and of course The Netherlands and Northern Europe are prosperous economic regions and so are prime locations to take up an international role.

Another crucial aspect of international working is that by widening your career search internationally you can gain access to more higher grade roles (which...]]> Wed, 07 Nov 2012 15:53:27 +0100
Helping people! Helping people make great careers. Helping people find a place where they can be happy to work matters. People help determine direction in their careers, coaching people to set targets and achieve. And, of course, a nice conversation. You have to make work fun.

It's simple for me to appoint my job as a recruiter as the best job in the world. Nothing is better than to make someone happy. Nothing is better than making the perfect match and to make sure that someone has, not only a short-term but also a long-term view on their dream career....]]> Mon, 15 Feb 2016 11:56:24 +0100 When job searching, particularly online, you often have so much choice for vacancies, that it becomes hard to distinguish between them all. Often, the vacancies you see are for large, well-known companies, those with high reputation.

However, many don't realise that reputation rarely counts for all that much; employment counts for much more! You may be searching for your dream job at the largest companies, but their influx of applicants is so high, that their rejection rate is also high. When searching for employment, particularly first time employment, it's often best to look for small, new companies.

There are several...]]> Mon, 11 Jan 2016 11:19:13 +0100 Warning: the advice you will find here are based on real people and personal experiences. They will share with you small wisdoms and lessons they’ve learned that changed their view and perspectives on how one should build their career. The aim is to tell you a personal story from which everybody can draw conclusions for himself. You won’t find a step-by-step tutorial on how to build a perfect career, but you can find hopefully some very welcomed inspirations.

“After doing a study in a specific field you naturally start looking for a job that is the mostly expected from somebody...]]> Mon, 04 Jan 2016 13:56:06 +0100 Here are a couple of strategies you could employ while doing job searches which increasing the possibilities that you get hired ahead of any other applicant. Networking
Stay tuned in the companies you are interested in and be the one who would be invited for unposted activities. Networking is a added value of your quality that increase your chance of being hired and also bring more potential values from aspects you may not expected. Therefore, there needs to be a habit of networking. Join a “meet-up” (app) team would be a good start for developing more employment opportunities. Sometimes you...]]> Mon, 14 Dec 2015 16:38:02 +0100 There are various different ways that a job seeker can search for their ideal job. Searches include visiting job boards, LinkedIn, recruitment agencies, search engines, job fairs and etc.

The most popular and effective method of job searching would be by registering on jobsites, job boards and receiving daily mails from them informing you about the latest jobs in your preferred sector. Another obvious reason would be that jobsites such as Indeed, Monster and many others produce a huge amount of new jobs on a daily basis.

On the other hand job fairs is another really good approach as it...]]> Mon, 23 Nov 2015 11:49:48 +0100 Finding a job can be a lengthy endeavour. It takes time to adapt your CV, write a cover letter and fill out applications. Sooner or later, you might be ready to take a job you don’t really want just to pay the bills. While this is a normal experience for any job seeker, there are certain tools and steps that help you speed up the job search, and ultimately, get hired faster. In this sense, we have 10 tips you might want to consider

1. Make use of social media
Recently, more companies are using social media to find candidates.
When...]]> Mon, 29 Jun 2015 11:19:32 +0200 Searching for a job is never an easy task and whether you are employed or unemployed, conducting a job search requires lots of research, time and effort. For various reasons, candidates that are currently employed are much more favoured by hiring managers.

Although, selling your personal brand while employed is easier, it can be particularly tricky, if your current boss is unaware. You definitely do not want to lose your job before finding a new one.

To avoid such situations, here are some tips on job searching while employed:

• Don’t tell anyone at work
“Loose lips sink ships”, an old...]]> Mon, 04 May 2015 12:45:37 +0200 Job search experts say that many jobseekers believe that once they step out of the office the interview is over, but that is simply not the case.

Writing a thank you note or email after an interview is not just part of formality but can be that extra key to getting a job offer. However, experts say that only 20% of candidates take the time to send a thank you note to their hiring managers or recruiters.

Sending a thank you email is not only courteous -- thanking a recruiter for giving you an opportunity to speak with them, but it...]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2015 13:00:13 +0200 Agency and corporate recruiters offer jobs to well-qualified candidates, but not all job-seekers know the difference between the two such as how to prepare for interviews or how job offers from either one can impact future earnings.

Recruitment agency:
Recruitment agencies use both recruiters and account managers to interview candidates and fill positions for companies. If you have an interview with a recruitment agency, you may be surprised to know that you would have to pay them a percentage of your salary if you land a job as a result of working with them. This is because agency recruitment is...]]> Thu, 19 Mar 2015 11:13:23 +0100 Sweaty palms, nervous smile and the interminable silence. Every interviewee has experienced this. The feeling of dread and anxiety that occurs when you do not know how to respond to a question that the interviewer has asked.
The thought of being stumped for a response during a long awaited interview is one of the most difficult positions any candidate can find themselves in and the failure to respond appropriately or to navigate the proper response with skill can indeed have negative consequences for the entire interview process.
Preparing in advance for the interview will help ease anxiety and increase the...]]> Thu, 29 Jan 2015 12:28:18 +0100 5 Tips for Jobseekers to Stay Positive  I will find  A job.
Make this your daily affirmation. It’s easy to complain about how few opportunities are out there, but in the long run your mood and energy will suffer if you only focus on the scarcity of chances. It is better to think in a manner that allows room for failure in order to try over and over again. 
I am qualified for the position.
It’s a different story if the position is for someone who speaks German and French, when you speak neither. But if you read the description and think you can...]]> Mon, 08 Dec 2014 11:32:31 +0100 Do you make plans and take no action? Or you work long hours because you keep getting distracted? If you wait just before the deadline to get started, read about the five things that organized people do: Use a planner
Whether you use an agenda, your smartphone or Google Calendar, always keep track of the things you have to do. Write everything down: From an important job interview to grocery shopping, everything should have its slot in your to-do list. Set a time frame: It’s important to have a clear plan about when something has to be done. Group your...]]> Mon, 24 Nov 2014 12:06:06 +0100 When it’s all about experience, landing your first job seems a dreadful task. However, by following the correct steps, you can boost your chances in being discovered as new talent.  Know what you want! Create an online profile
Use LinkedIn and upload your CV in job boards. Be careful about consistency, update regularly with new achievements and let your network know about them. Keep going...
Even when you think this last interview went great or you’re perfect for the position you last applied for, don’t stop. Keep searching and applying, as things might not turn out as expected.  Connect
Let everyone...]]> Mon, 17 Nov 2014 15:04:38 +0100
Finding a job you love may seem irrelevant when considering the difficulties of landing a job in the first place. However, the enjoyment you receive from your occupation will affect not only your professional performance but also your quality of life. Look into past experience
What would you really like to pursue? It’s probably right in front of you, in your resume. You don’t have to reinvent the wheel when job-searching. Your true passion is something you repeatedly enjoy doing, be it in your professional career or even experience acquired by volunteering for causes. Develop your self-awareness, make a list...]]> Tue, 04 Nov 2014 11:10:16 +0100 How many interviews have you had till now? Still no job offer? Do you feel that it gets worse with each meeting? Well, you might be right. Interview gets old after a while and without even realizing you might be sabotaging yourself. It’s high time to change your approach.

The interviewer doesn’t know how many interviews you have been on. All they care about is the conversation you are involved in at the moment. The recruiters are often forced to sit across from someone tired and worn out from knocking on doors. If the recruiter suspects that you may be...]]> Wed, 02 May 2012 16:09:18 +0200