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⛔️Would you sacrifice a McDonald's a month to get a job?⛔️ ⚠️Job Search Depression⚠️ The 3rd most common cause of Depression globally! ⚠️Time to get hired⚠️ This is at an all time high, of 9mths on average! ⚠️3000 Applications⚠️ 3 Interviews, that's 1000 to 1 ratio! This is all absolute BULLSHIT!!!! This is UNREAL! We are going to help reduce all of these HORRORS and we are going to do it for as little as £18.99 per month! Would you sacrifice a McDonald's to reduce you time to get hired, reduce the effects of job search depression, to reduce the number of applications! I hope you would! What are your job searching horror stories? #thehub #job #jobs #hiring #career #work #interview #application

You're probably sick of this... You post a job ad and it gets some traction - GREAT! Then comes the daunting task of reviewing the hundreds or thousands of applicants, only to realize that the candidate pool is a bit disappointing... "They're okay" "Not bad, I suppose they could be worth talking to?" "Wait... why the hell has Bob from Burger King applied for our Head of Sales role?!" Where are all of the top talent? The candidates that will actually make you excited to interview? The people that you know will elevate your business from where it is now, to where you want it to be? Here's the secret - but you might not want to hear it. They're employed - working for another company like yours to help them achieve their goals. Do you have a way of directly engaging these people to make them aware of the job opportunities that you have? ---------------------------------------------------- I'm Matt - I break down doors to get your job opportunities in front of qualified talent who are passively open to new opportunities and have probably never heard of your company before - wanna team up?

Finally after three months of activ job search I have been at 2 interviews. The first was McDonald's and the second one was Zibber in Nederland. First of all, I want to say that I did not expect anything positive from McDonald's. But I went. The interview consisted of 2 stages. The first stage is standard questions from a recruitment agency employee. But the second stage was interesting, although very predictable. Some managers wearing white shirts were present at the interview. All the questions were standard: - why do you want to work at McDonald's, - what did you not like about your previous job, etc. But what I didn’t understand was why they kept talking about themselves, their interests and hobbies. Why do I need this information? I’m going to work, not go fishing with these dudes. But when I asked a question about the salary, our “white collar” workers were lost and could not give a clear answer and did not even give an approximate amount. And now the question for the studio is how to work without knowing a clear salary amount. After all, everything this is done for, this work, is all for the money. Whatever the company, money is the decisive factor. All this was about McDonald's in Belgium. About Zibber I will wrine netx time. #mcdonalds

Offer stage best practice, nothing revolutionary, but might be handy for younger candidates and/or less experienced hiring managers. -Company offers the role - verbally! Providing details of basic salary, benefits and any conditions on the offer. References checked if they haven't already. -Candidate accepts the verbal offer. 🎉 Mini celebration at this point, perhaps and small glass of Prosecco. - Company provides a draft contract (the official contract will have the start date added later). - Candidate will hand in their notice and confirm a start date. -Company sends through a signed contract to the candidate via a document signing software. -Candidate signs and provides any pre-booked holiday dates. 🎉 Full celebration, maybe a bottle of Prosecco, but drink responsibly. I might have missed a few details, happy for anybody to add extra steps in the process. This should take a few days.

I'm sure many of you have experienced a job interview that ended not only in 💣 failure but also left you wanting to forget it ever happened.   It's understandable – we often don't want to recall our failures because they're embarrassing and not something to boast about. However, I want to encourage you to reflect on your failures and see them from a different perspective, just as I am doing today. 🌟 A few years ago, I participated in a recruitment process. I was full of hope that this would change my career. However, the interview was difficult and unpleasant, and after the process ended, I felt terrible and lost confidence in myself. I kept replaying the questions and answers, wondering what I could have said differently or how I could have presented myself better to get my dream job. Soon, I realized that this offer had nothing to do with my dream job, as the company prioritized KPIs over people and their experiences, which was unacceptable to me. ❗ 🚫 My failure saved me from making a mistake! 🚫 Thanks to this failure, I understood what is important to me, what aligns with my values, and that I do not want to work where KPIs are more important than people, collaboration, and creativity. This experience taught me to appreciate myself and my uniqueness and to understand that I won't fit in everywhere, and that's perfectly OK. 💪 ✳ Failure is a constant part of life that teaches and guides us towards success. I'm happy to be part of a work culture #FailFast that supports experimenting and learning from mistakes as a tool for personal and team growth. 🚀 💚 HEINEKEN Global Shared Services 💚 #Failure #Growth #Learning #Inspiration #GoodPlaceToWork

So many young people lack connections. We’re changing that. One of the great things about early careers is that it attracts amazing people like Janina and her team who are so committed to supporting young people. With many young people lacking connections to the corporate world it’s so important that we create opportunities for them to meet professionals. And get into the offices of potential employers so they can find out if they’re right for them. Diageo hosted a group of young stars from our community to share important insights and their best advice ahead of their grad roles going live. The day included: 👩🏿💻 Interview prep ✅ CV workshops 🍸 Cocktail making 💡 Application advice 🥁 Musical networking 🔍 Insights on life at Diageo If you’re looking for an early career roles sign up to our network today (visit my profile). And for those hiring out there - when are you hosting your Meet The Employer event? #earlycareers #talentacquisition

🌟 Best Practices for Job Seekers: Stand Out in Your Job Search 🌟 Navigating the job market can be challenging, but with the right approach, you can make a lasting impression and land your dream job. Here are some best practices to help you shine as a candidate: 🚀 Top Tips for Job Seekers: 1. Tailor Your Resume: Customize your resume for each job application. Highlight relevant skills and experiences that match the job description. 2. Craft a Compelling Cover Letter: Write a personalized cover letter that explains why you’re the perfect fit for the role and how your background aligns with the company’s needs. 3. Leverage Your Network: Reach out to connections in your industry for advice, referrals, and potential job leads. Networking can open doors to opportunities that aren’t advertised. 4. Prepare for Interviews: Research the company and practice common interview questions. Be ready to discuss your experiences and how they make you a strong candidate. 5. Follow Up: Send a thank-you email after interviews to express your appreciation and reiterate your interest in the position. 💡 Additional Tips: - Stay Positive: Job searching can be tough, but maintaining a positive attitude will keep you motivated. - Keep Learning: Continuously improve your skills through online courses, workshops, and certifications. - Be Persistent: Don’t get discouraged by rejections. Keep applying and refining your approach. By following these best practices, you can enhance your job search and increase your chances of success. Start your new job search at https://lnkd.in/d9Ng5u5Z #JobSearch #CareerAdvice #JobHunting #ResumeTips #InterviewTips #Networking #LidlGB Amari P. Clarisa Catalina Jucan Jessica Wade Lucy Barber Eleni Elias Cristina Elena Chirita

“A Careers Adviser, a Careers Co-ordinator, and a Careers Leader walk into a bar, and the bartender says, ‘What is this, a joke?’” No, it's the team of individuals you need to deliver a careers programme for your school or college. The desire to save money by creating one job that covers all three roles is dangerous. I had to explain this to a stakeholder this week. In summary, I said this: ✅ Careers Advisers deliver impartial careers IAG. ✅ The Careers Co-ordinator support the delivery of a programme of career activities. ✅ Careers Leaders lead and connect the dots across the organisation and link with external stakeholders. At times, I have been all three. #careers #careersadvisers #careerleaders #careercoordinators

Good work culture is the primary requirement of good job. Once you get your dream job, before signing the offer letter, do research about work culture, policies, environment. It's not always about package. And you may regret it after joining the company. Take your time and get a clear view of on floor situation, before going on-board.

Sometimes all I need is just a simple McDonald's ice cream cone 🍦 and I am satisfied with it. Simple, affordable yet satisfying. I have tried mainstream brands such as Inside Scoop, Haagen Dazs, Ben & Jerry's, Baskin Robbins to other artisan ice cream parlours. They are nice but I don't crave them all the time. At different times, you crave different things. The same goes for your career. You aim for different things at different junctures of your career. There are times when you might aim for a promotion, while at other times, you might seek a change in function, gain people management experience, or prioritize work-life balance and flexibility, like hybrid or remote work. What drives you now may not be the same as what motivated you two, three, five, or even ten years ago. That’s why it’s important to regularly assess, re-evaluate, and identify what you want in your career. So, always ask yourself what gives you job satisfaction. Your career goals, just like your cravings, can change over time and that is perfectly ok. You don't need to chase the same things as everyone else. Here is my story: 👉 I became a partner at a recruitment firm 9 years ago after working for less than four years, starting from a junior consultant role. 👉 I gave it all up to start on my own because I needed more time to take care of my firstborn and my dad, who was unwell. 👉 I wasn't aggressive in building my business or a team because my priority was my family. 👉 My dad passed away a year later. I continued to focus on my children. 👉 Now that both my kids are older, I am back to building my business. I embraced every juncture of my career as it gave me the satisfaction I was looking for. Hi, I am Sandra. I am a recruiter, career consultant, and course instructor. If we are not connected yet, send me a connection request 😊