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How to: Answer the question "Why do you want this job?"
04-Feb-19
Just like questions such as “Where do you see yourself in 5 years’ time” or “Tell me about yourself”, the question “Why do you want this job” is a common question you will get asked in an interview. It may seem like an easy question to answer, but even the simplest questions can trip you up, especially if you’re not prepared to answer them. To give you an advantage and an edge over other candidates we have put together a guide to help you answer the question. Preparation Make a list Before your interview make a list of 3- 6 reasons that are most important to you about the job. For most ...

Pros and cons of remote working
22-Jan-19
It’s become increasingly common for some employees to work from a remote location such as at home or a work sharing space. If you are sitting in your cubicle at work right now and you are daydreaming about working remotely, but aren’t sure what it entails, we have put together a list of pros and cons to help you determine whether remote working is the right path for you. Pros Flexibility Remote working gives employees the freedom to work wherever and whenever they want. This generally leads to happier and more productive employees. Have you ever come across a job that you thought was ...

5 Signs it's definitely time for a career change
15-Jan-19
With the increasingly competitive nature of the job market, changing careers can be a bit daunting. If you’re feeling like something is not quite right with your career, here's a quick list of the signs that may indicate it's time for a change Your job is impacting your emotional wellbeing It’s not worth staying in a job that makes you feel bad about yourself. If you are starting to feel undervalued and are doubting yourself and the work that you do, it may be time to move on. Staying in a career that isn’t fulfilling can have a bad impact on your self-esteem and emotional wellbeing. You ...

Top 5 Skype Interview Tips
11-Dec-18
Skype interviews are becoming more common and they are convenient and can save on travel costs. If you have never had a Skype interview before or are just looking for some tips to help you ace a Skype interview. Check out our top tops. Be prepared Just like an in person interview, you should practice your interview. Ask a friend to ask questions to help you prepare your answers. If you are not comfortable talking via your laptop, you should record yourself through your webcam or even on your phone just to get comfortable in front of a camera. You should have your CV, the job description and ...

5 Awesome Gadgets for Programmers
13-Nov-18
Desk Organiser There are loads of desk organisers but this one is the coolest! The Cyanics Desk Organiser has USB ports and every memory connection you can imagine. You can also use it to store other accessories such as your smartphone. Compared to other desk organisers on the market this is one of the best ones! Cable Clips Got a million cables draped over the side of your desk? You need to get these cable clips. This is going to help bring some order to your desk and it is cheap! Stress Ball On those days where work gets a bit too much and too stressful, you’re going to need ...

Top 5 benefits of using GitHub
24-Oct-18
If you’re web savvy you will most likely have heard of GitHub. GitHub is a web-based repository hosting service for Git. When developers make a code, they constantly have to make changes and updates to it. Open source version control systems like Git help developers manage their code changes and collaborate with other developers. Although Git is used by developers for creating code, it is also great for non-coding teams. So why should you be using Git? Here are top 5 benefits why you and your team should get involved. Easy contribution for your top open source projects Most open source ...

What is pair programming and will it work on your team?
09-Oct-18
Pair programming or pair coding is two programmers working together at one workstation. One programmer is the driver that writes the code and then the other is the navigator who reviews each line of code as it’s typed in. Pair programming isn’t new but is normally associated with extreme programming. If you have never heard of pair programming before it may seem a little bit strange as it is quite different from solo programming but it does have its pros and cons. Pros Two heads are better than one You're going to come across a problem at some point during a project and if you’re working as a ...

How to: Prepare for your technical interview
08-Oct-18
The main reason for a technical interview is to evaluate how well you work with the team. You get to meet your potential teammates and collaborate with them to solve problems. If you’re interviewing at a tech company you should expect to go through some sort of technical interview. We have put together a guide on how you can prepare for and ace your next technical interview. What to expect If you’re applying for an engineering role then you will more than likely be doing a coding exercise. If you are applying for a non-engineering role then you don’t have to worry about learning how to ...

How to: Answer the question “Where do you see yourself in 5 years' time”
28-Aug-18
“Where do you see yourself in 5 years’ time” is a question you will find in most interviews. Hiring managers are not expecting you to predict the future when answering this question. We know it can be hard to articulate where you would like to be in your career let alone in 5 years’ time. Hiring managers ask this question to get a sense of your goals and to see if they align with the company’s goals and also to see whether you’re planning on staying with the company long term or short term. We have put together a list of tips to help you prepare and answer the question. Planning your ...

4 things you can do today to attract recruiters to your LinkedIn profile
21-Aug-18
Social media especially LinkedIn has revolutionised the recruiting world. There are so many recruiters on LinkedIn now so if you’re looking for a new job you should be making the most of this platform. We have put together a list of things that you can do today to help you attract recruiters and increase your chances of getting hired! Let them know you’re looking First and foremost you should flick the switch on LinkedIn that lets recruiters know that you’re looking for a job. You can now privately let recruiters know that you’re open to new opportunities without worrying about your current ...

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