Apprenticeships

Looking for Work? Need a Qualification? An apprenticeship does both, Completing an apprenticeship is an excellent way to gain both a qualification and work experience. While in an apprenticeship, you are classed as an employee and will be entitled to a wage. Apprenticeships are open to all ages, like all job positions the competition is fierce. When applying you need to show you meet the required requirements for the job role and company. You learn the secret to gaining work in the Secrets of Employment. You... 

Preparing for Interviews

Before the interview you need make several preparations to ensure you make the most positive impression during the interview. Travel. Plan your travel, ensure you know where your interview is being held and complete a mock run; there is nothing worse than arriving late for an interview. Ensure you have set your alarm clock. Clothing. Plan what you are going to wear, your interviews clothes should be smart and need ironing the night before, this will give you time in the morning to relax and re-read... 

How to Influence People at Work

How to Influence People at Work Build Rapport People like people who are like them. Everyone has something in common with another person, the key is to find out what this is and use it as an icebreaker. Spend a little time each day asking people about their children, partners, holidays etc. This shows that you are interested in the person not just their value in the workplace. Remember, we like to say yes to people we like. Listen intently when others are talking, reassuring through positive body... 

How to write a good CV

What is a good CV?      Only a CV that gains you an interview is worth having. Your CV may look great; have a fantastic image and all the relevant sections. The CV may also tell an employer how amazing and wonderful you are, but if your CV does not gain you interviews then something needs changing. Sell yourself through your CV With many people who are applying for work, they will either have a CV that does not sell their skills and Qualities or a CV that records the skills and qualities they... 

How to Write a CV

Having a CV (Or Curriculum Vitae meaning “Passage of Life”) is an important tool for all job searchers, as a CV records all your employment history and qualification on one document. You can use your CV to prepare for interviews/interview questions, to assist you when completing application forms and for applying for work. CV Image. The layout of your CV is important, on average employers spend around 30 seconds initially “skimming” through your CV, this due to the amount of CVs employers... 

VKA Study Tip’s

Study Stress Do you become stressed easy when you are trying to study? If you do, your most likely using study techniques that are not your preference. Most people use the study techniques they were taught in school, if this does not work for you, you may want to change the way you study and instantly gain improvements. Check Which Learning Preference you have (VKA) answer the following 3 questions: When I need directions to somewhere I usually:                          ... 

How to Complete Application Forms

Employers often use application forms to ensure they gain the same information subjects from all applicants. An application form makes it easier for an employer to see which of the applicants most suits the recruitment criteria. Completing Application Forms First thing first, take a copy of the application form so you can first make a rough draft. This is to ensure all your text fits into the spaces on the application form and to ensure the application form you send is free from mistakes and errors. Follow...