How to stay productive and energised at work
Staying motivated throughout the day can be difficult, and sometimes it’s hard to be productive when you’re sat at your desk all day. We’ve put together a few handy tips so that you can stay focused from beginning to end, so that you can feel the best you can, and work to the best of your capabilities!
How can your HR department support you
In light of anti-bullying week, we have posted some tips on dealing with bullying in the workplace which includes reaching out to HR for support.
We thought it would be interesting to explore what HR is there for and which issues and aspects of your work life they can support you with.
How to use LinkedIn effectively
Following our previous blog about how to make the most of your LinkedIn in terms of your profile- let’s now talk about how to use LinkedIn effectively to network with people in your area and industry.
How to set boundaries at work
Our theme this week is stress management! One massive contributor to stress in the workplace is not setting appropriate boundaries. We have put together a little guide to help you feel more comfortable and confident setting boundaries- which is essential to managing your stress levels and your work-life balance.
Overcoming first day nerves
Starting a new job can cause all types of worry and stresses; new role, new colleagues, new environment. I recently joined Red Door so I have gone through the motions over the last few weeks. Although the worry is often unavoidable, we have put together a few tips to help cope!
Awkward interview questions and how to answer them
Every job interview you will face during your working career will be different, the recruiter or hiring manager will typically quiz you on your previous employment and experience. However, despite this, there are a few difficult questions that consistently crop up….
Our top tips for graduate job search!
Trying to find your first job after university can be really daunting and difficult to manage so we have put together some helpful tips to help support you through the process!
A guide to supporting disabled employees in the workplace
October is ADHD Awareness month so we want to talk about how to best support your members of staff who are disabled. 1 in 5 people in the UK have a disability and 80% of these are invisible. Even hidden disabilities can encompass a wide range of physical and mental conditions which can impact on the way that individuals operate.
To ensure inclusion of disabled staff in the workplace, you can ensure that you are maximising on the support you offer employees who may need it.
CV Writing: 101
Writing a good CV is the first crucial stage in your application for any role. Please download the template below to help as a starting point to create, update or refresh your CV.
It is easy to underestimate how important a carefully constructed CV is to your application. Your CV needs to be well laid out without spelling or grammatical errors.
Looking for a new role? Here are some great tips on how to get started!
Are you ready to look for a new job? With all the insecurity of the last year, you might have found yourself reluctant to leave your position even if you wanted to. Now things are returning back to normal and the job market is bustling once again- now might be the time to start looking!
Beginning your job search can be daunting and it’s difficult to know how to get the ball rolling. Therefore, we’ve laid out a few handy tips below to get you on the path to finding your perfect, new role!
How to make the most of your LinkedIn
LinkedIn is a fantastic networking platform connecting business professionals and B2B business. It’s a really useful tool particularly for recruiters when seeking potential candidates and vice versa. LinkedIn is most likely to be the biggest aspect of your professional presence online- so you want to make it count! Your profile needs to be as full and appealing as possible and you should use it as a tool to interact with professionals and potential employers within your field.
How to onboard your new hires successfully
64% of employees were found to be likely to leave a job in the first year due to poor onboarding. A survey conducted by Glassdoor found that in employee opinion, 88% of organisations do not onboard their new staff well despite the fact that good onboarding can increase employee retention by up to 82%.
Clients: Red Door FAQ
We have put together some answers for the most frequently asked questions from clients below. If you have any other questions or queries please don’t hesitate to give us a call (our office hours can be found below!!)
Candidates: Red Door FAQ
We have put together a list of frequently asked questions for candidates at Red Door! If you have any other questions or queries, please feel free to give us a call (you can find our hours down below!!)
What makes a company attractive to candidates
As a company, you want to foster a fun and professional environment where staff feel comfortable and happy and are able to maximise their productivity. When it comes to bringing on new employees, there are many things that a candidate considers before taking on a job offer and based on our research here is an insight into the top priorities.
7 ways to make yourself stand out as a candidate
Recruiters interview a lot of candidates. It can be tricky to make yourself stand out from all the rest but we have put together some advice that will help you in making yourself a more interesting and unforgettable candidate.
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…