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Using social media for job interview preparation

In today’s digital job market, your online presence can be just as important as your resume. From...

5 questions to ask in an interview to find the right cultural fit

There are a number of important considerations when searching for your next job, arguably none more...

Preparing for an interview

It is essential to adequately prepare for all interviews, whether you are meeting with a future...

5 things to avoid in an interview

Interviewing can be a stressful part when searching for a job. Often getting in front of a...

The most asked question in an interview and the best way to answer

One of the most common questions that Six Degrees ask when we interview talent is for a snapshot of...

The art of interviewing

Imagine trying to skip to your favourite scene in a movie, bypassing all the parts that don't...

Questions to ask at the end of an interview to get hired

“So do you have any questions for us?” Everyone’s favourite question at the end of an interview,...

New year, new you

If your New Year goal is a career change, then take advantage of the New Year-inspired motivation...

Maximise your chance of being approached for your next role

The market has changed significantly over the last five years. The ‘you seek me’ mindset is the new...

How to prepare for an interview using the STAR model

As a candidate preparing for an interview, it’s essential that you make time to prepare for...

How to stand out when your credentials are the same

So, you have the right credentials for the job you are seeking, but how do you stand out from the...

How to help your recruiter nail your job search

Want to work in a role where the grass is greener? Six Degrees Executive consultant Natalie Rogers...

6 tips to come up with a compelling elevator pitch

An elevator pitch is a concise, carefully planned and well-practised description of yourself that...

Tips to nail your next job interview

So, you’ve secured an interview for your dream company. Interviews can be nerve-racking, so we’ve...

What’s considered polite in the world of video calls?

Much of 2020 has thrown us off-kilter, but a major change we have experienced has been the...

The ultimate guide to prepare for a video job interview

Businesses are rapidly adapting to better digital practises, including shifting the recruitment...

Just go to the interview

Interviews can be stressful, but they’re an ideal opportunity to find out so much more about the...

How To Ace Your Next Interview

Clients often engage us to present multiple candidates to interview for certain roles. If you’re...

6 tips to get a new job in January

More people change roles in January than any other month of the year and January is generally one...

Are formal interviews putting people off your business?

Twice in the last month, I’ve had people walk away from interviews with my clients feeling...

How to stop your competition from getting top talent

When a team is under resourced and overloaded it is a stressful time for any hiring manager, which...

Asking High Impact Questions: Interview Tips

“We run this company on questions, not answers.” Eric Schmidt, CEO of Google Well-crafted and...

Quantifying Cultural Fit in an Interview

There are two parts to interviewing for a role or hiring new team members. One is the hard skills –...

Why you should re-work your interview plans

In the competitive world of job searching even the best talent can come unstuck when considering...

Creating a point a difference during an interview

Over 80% of people who are asked “How are you?” reply with "I’m fine" or "I’m well" depending on...

How well prepared are you for your job interview?

Job interviews can be nerve-wracking, but with the right preparation, you can walk in with...

What to expect during psychometric testing

It is the dreaded moment for any candidate going through a recruitment process, when the potential...

3 examples of intelligent questions you can ask at the end of an...

One of the most common comments I receive from a client post interview with a candidate is “he/she...

How to Ace a Skype Interview

As the world is getting metaphorically smaller, and technology develops, the barriers to...

Cultural fit: moving from the short-term fit to the long-term solution

When discussing cultural fit the focus is often on assessing how an individual will align to or...

Should I Consider a Counteroffer?

The simple answer is 'no'. Here's why: There was a reason you were resigning in the first place -...

5 Tips for Interviewing

For most people, the interview is the most challenging part of the job seeking process, so we...

What you need to know about Psychometric Testing

Psychometric testing is an increasingly common tool used in the recruitment process. It is often...

5 questions you should ask at every interview

Too many times, job seekers neglect the importance of asking questions at an interview. Your...