In an article published by the BBC today, it suggests that January is a month for self-improvement like no other, with many people “networking” to get a new job. One business school has gone as far as appointing a “professor of networking”, but do you still need to schmooze to get ahead?
Follow this link for the full report as seen on the BBC news website - it’s a really interesting read: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-16415584
Team Rubyred
The Rubyred Office will be closed from Friday 23rd December – Wednesday 4th January 2012.
We wish you all a fantastic Christmas, a wonderful New Year and we look forward to speaking with you in 2012!
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Knowing where to start on your job hunt can be a daunting task. Sign up with specialist recruitment agencies as they should be able to provide you with helpful tips and potential inroads into your chosen career. Research local companies in your area and be proactive with sending out your CV - even visiting companies in person is a great way to make contacts. It’s not easy as the job market is so competitive at the moment so make sure your CV makes the right impression. As long as you are doing everything you can, then your break into your gem of a job will come. Most of us don’t start in the job we end up doing and you need to see your career as a journey picking up valuable skills along the way.
One graduate in Gateshead is going to new levels to find his potential employer – standing out from the crowd…Visit the BBC site for the full story here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-tyne-14806026
Visit our candidate page via our homepage for helpful tips and advice.
Happy reading!
Team Rubyred
Team Rubyred are celebrating 4 years of helping clients and candidates recruit in the Bath and Bristol area.
We’ve had an absolutely amazing time finding our fabulous and enthusiastic candidates their perfect jobs and have loved working closely with our clients to recruit talented employees. Over the past 4 years we’ve placed candidates from Editorial Assistants, Production Managers, International Sales Executives, Marketing Managers, Designers and Graduate Trainees (to name a few!) within small publishing houses to international head offices! We’ve built really solid long-lasting relationships with our clients in Bath and Bristol and look forward to the next stage in Rubyred’s future!
Thank you to all for your continued support and commitment.
Now off to have some yummy chocolate birthday cake – we’d forgotten how much fun it is to be 4 years old!
Team Rubyred
According to a report recently published in the Daily Telegraph, work ethic, not skills is the key to getting that first job. An overwhelming 82% of employers rated attitude and work ethic as important when recruiting “entry level” posts, compared to 38% who named just literacy and numeracy. For interview tips and preperation advice please do visit the Rubyred Candidate page.
According to the BBC News website today, a graduate job vacancy now receives on average 85 applications… http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-13934518 (read full story here)
That’s a lot of competition and you need to make sure you stand out to secure an interview. Here at Rubyred, we too receive volume applications for the creative roles we advertise. Applying for a job does take time and you need to make sure that your CV, covering letter, application form and certificates provided are relevant and tailored to the role you are applying for. DON’T just send out volume applications – it’s really obvious and gives the wrong impression of just going through the motions.
Applying for a job is an exciting and positive step in your career so don’t fall at the first hurdle. It’s important to show enthusiasm at all stages of your application process as this comes across in your communication. Amongst the excellent applications we receive daily, it’s surprising to us the number of covering letters, CVs and emails we receive that include incorrect job titles, addressee details, spelling mistakes and irrelevant skills highlighted – these come from both experienced and inexperienced job hunters.
A successful application from a candidate invited for interview (whether applying for a specific graduate role or not), will most likely have a well laid out, relevant, logical and personal CV. The profile section on their CV will have been written specifically to show why they are suitable for the job applied for. Candidates who have included a covering letter (where requested) highlighting additional skills and reiterating their interest in the job where relevant, also stand out.
Make sure you read the job description and company website thoroughly before applying for a job and draw out the most relevant skills on your CV mirroring the job details. Don’t be modest but be concise. Ask someone to read through the job description and your CV to make sure they understand your CV and also the relevance of your application. A second pair of eyes really helps!
Visit our Candidate Page for more Rubyred tips and pointers on securing your Gem of a Job… http://www.rubyredrecruitment.com/candidates/
Hello!
Unfortunately, we’re experiencing a power cut which means our phone lines are down. The problem is being rectified and hopefully we’ll be up and running again in no time! In the menatime, if the phone line doesn’t work, please email sarah-jane@rubyredrecruitment and we’ll come straight back to you.
Thank you for your patience.
Team Rubyred
Hi there, so the multiple bank holiday session is over for a couple of weeks (at least!) and we’re getting back into full swing with a 5 day week to look forward to. We’re busy as ever here in the Rubyred office so time is flying! I read a couple of interesting and relevant articles for our industry sector in today’s news – here are the links for your interest…
“Sales of digital books are soaring in the UK, figures from the Publishers Association show”… See full article.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-13262842
“Private sector jobs growth slowed in April, Reed says”… See full article.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-13257986
We have seen an increase in creative vacancies over the past 6 months and with our clients being very specific on skill set, relevant experience is key. Make sure your CV is tailored to every job you apply for – visit our candidate page for top tips on how to maximise your opportunity for interview. We continue to attract exciting creative jobs for our candidates from our clients in Bath and Bristol and we look forward to registering your CV today. If you would like any advice on how to make your CV stand out please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Enjoy the sunshine, search the latest jobs on your i-pad and have fun – don’t burn your BBQ! When we return from our Easter break on Tuesday 26th April, we look forward to speaking with candidates applying for our fantastic vacancies.
Have a browse through our jobs list to see the eggciting opportunities on offer!
Specifically, if you are an editorial candidate with Disney licensed experience or a talented media sales executive with multilingual skills we would be delighted to received your CV.
Have a superb long weekend and catch up next week!
Team Rubyred
We love this piece of viral marketing from T Mobile – it’s defo one to watch and will get you giggling, whether you’re into the Royal wedding or not. Check this out!
