In the fifth episode of The Recruitment Playbook, George and Patrick dive into the common mistakes candidates make when looking for a new job. They also share what clients should focus on during their interview process. Plus, they tackle more of your quickfire questions with their usual mix of practical advice and humour. Tune in for insightful tips and strategies to improve both your job search and hiring practices! Listen on
Let’s Be Honest: Most Job Descriptions Are Awful
If your job ad looks anything like this…
“We’re looking for a dynamic, results-driven self-starter with excellent communication...
It’s month-end.
Your finance team is deep in spreadsheets, chasing invoice approvals over email, and wrestling with outdated systems that slow everything down.
By the time the reports land on...
You’ve just hired a temp. They’re brilliant. They’re not only speeding through...
Surprise! Your Team Is Job Hunting.
You might think your employees are happy, loyal, and totally not scrolling LinkedIn job ads on their lunch break.
Reality check: If you’re underpaying them,...
Spoiler: 10 Years on a CV Doesn’t Guarantee They’re Any Good
Hiring managers love experience.
“We need at least 10 years in a similar role.”
“Must have Big 4 background.”
“Looking...
Let’s be honest — most finance CVs look like they were written with the same template or just copied and pasted. “Strong analytical skills.” “Results-driven.” “Team player.” Sound...