5 reason to use a recruitment agency for your next hire
Recruiting new employees can be a costly and time-consuming endeavour for many companies to attempt on their own. When seeking top talent, human resources departments can struggle to fill positions with the calibre of candidate that the role requires and will help drive business forward. Using a recruitment agency saves time and money and can relieve pressure on companies whilst also helping them find the best possible candidates.
"Why should we hire you?"
An insight into a tricky interview question. Mastering this question will get you one step closer to landing your dream job!
5 areas job seekers can focus on improvement
Finding that ideal job or making a career change in the current employment market can be quite the challenge! These are steps job seekers can take to make sure that they stand out from the crowd during their job search…
"Why do you want to work here?"
The question "why do you want to work here?" is one that you will undoubtedly encounter in any job hunt. Every employer needs to know that you really want to work for them; a new recruit who is enthusiastic about their company will work harder, be more productive and ultimately stay longer…
What questions should I ask in an interview?
Asking the right questions at an interview is important for two reasons: First, when done correctly, the questions you ask can confirm you are a qualified candidate for the position. Second, you are interviewing the employer just as much as the employer is interviewing you…
10 things to avoid when job hunting
Applying for jobs is often a difficult and demoralising process, but it's important to stay positive and learn from your experiences. In this post, we explore ten common mistakes you should try to avoid.
Working from home – how to successfully manage your work-life balance
The coronavirus pandemic has greatly shaken up the ‘norms’ of the working world. Currently, employees are juggling childcare and caring commitments while trying to hold a job down at the same time, how can you make sure your keep clear lines between work and home?
How to beat the nerves in a job interview!
It is normal to feel nervous before and during a job interview, you may really want the job and know you have to perform under pressure, or you may be naturally shy. Employers and candidates are adjusting to virtual recruitment being the new normal and so there is a degree of nervousness around interviewing on camera too!
How to successfully on-board new staff members, remotely
Speaking to some of our clients, we have found that there can be hesitancy to complete a recruitment process remotely. By adapting your business and making a few extra considerations, you can vastly reduce your risk, secure business critical hires during a challenging time and ultimately safe-guard your business for when we are on the other side of this pandemic!
Red Door's top 10 tips for Zoom interviews
Do you know how important video interview etiquette is? It is proving to be the way forwards as companies are beginning to recruit again Here are some tips on how to give the best possible interview when using it…
6 things you must know before you interview anywhere
Last week we gave you some pointers on what not to do in an interview! This week we have looked at things you should always take on board before you go to ahead and interview…
What do we need to do to make the workplace safe and ready for bringing people back to work?
Last week many businesses have been focused on the risk assessments they need to implement to ensure their teams can return safely to work.
What NOT to do in an interview!
This week we have given some pointers on what not to do in an interview. Some of the points apply to face to face meetings, we know this isn’t possible at the moment but we are hopeful it will be very soon!
Red Door's charity partners!
This week we wanted to let you know about the fantastic charitable organisations that Red Door Recruitment support. At a time like this, charities and not for profit organisations find it even tougher to drum up donations and ensure that they are able to support the many that are in great need of their services!
Candidate newsletter | Competency-based interviews | 05/05/2020
This week we have focused on interviews tips and this guide will provide you with some great advice on competency based interviews. We find that many of our clients carry out this type of interview and so now is the time to get well prepared and be way ahead of others in the recruitment process!
Client newsletter | Staying productive during quarantine | 01/05/2020
This week we have focused on isolation and how for some, this is a way of life due to their chosen profession! Imagine being in the shoes of an astronaut! We found this great article which offers some very useful tips on how to cope with being at home…
Candidate newsletter | Phone interview top tips | 28/04/2020
Following on from last week, the theme is interview preparation and with companies having to carry out more telephone and video based interviews, here is some guidance on how to make the most out of that call!
Client newsletter | Virtual recruitment | 24/04/2020
As we find ourselves in in the midst of a hugely challenging period, the way in which companies recruit is set to change so this week we have focused on virtual recruitment and how to make it work for both clients and candidates.
Many companies are reassessing how they conduct candidate interviews. In many cases, this means transitioning from in-person interviews to virtual ones.
Client newsletter | Groundhog days and a WFH structure | 30/03/2020
This week my heart sank when I heard that the lockdown will be extended for a further 3 weeks, its really tough to stay at home and away from family and friends. On the upside the dogs are very happy! They’ve had more walks, attention and company than ever before… But for us, how do we stop every day becoming ground hog day? Executive Grapevine wrote a great article about this which I’ve replicated here...
Client newsletter | The pros and cons of remote working | 14/04/2020
This week the press and web have been awash with views on working from home, the advantages and disadvantages, its effect on people, teams, collaborate work, business and mental health. As I quoted last week, the Office for National Statistics says that 50% of employees will work entirely remotely next year, while 90% of staff state they would like to work remotely part time.