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Hewett Recruitment Director named a 'Careers Champion'

On National Careers Week 2021 Hewett Recruitment Director, Ben Mannion was named a Careers & Enterprise Company 'Careers Champion' under the theme of "Leading the Way".The "Leading the way" theme i...

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Looking for a new job following redundancy? Here's some advice

Advice for those who've recently been made redundant to help them find new work, directly from our Director.Being made redundant can be a huge challenge for people. If you, or someone you know, fin...

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Balancing remote working and family life

Balancing working from home around family life can be tricky, especially when caring for youngsters and home schooling is involved.Planningis key. Setting daily tasks will reduce procrastination, w...

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Top Tips for a Design Engineer Interview

Top Tips to ensure you smash your Design Engineer interview.  Due to the varied nature of Design Engineering in the current market, it is important to identify and demonstrate your transferable ...

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8 telltale signs your interview went well

How can you tell if an interview went well?It’s common for candidates to feel uncertain regarding how their interview went, with even the most confident of individuals tending to second guess thems...

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How to Dress For An Interview

Download FREE pdf document advising candidates on how to dress for an interview.Why should you dress formally in an interview environment?Regardless of the dress code for the business, it is always...

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Questions to ask in your interview

What questions should you be asking in an interview?It may seem daunting, but interviews are a two-way-steam. You should most definitely prepare some questions to ask at the end of your interview t...

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Common Interview Questions

Common interview questions and their suggested response “Tell Me About Yourself.”What they really want to know is…“How does your education, work history, and work aspirations relate to the job open...

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Ensuring a successful interview

Interviews can be daunting – preparation is key to a successful interview. We're here to offer some advice on some key thing to consider during your interview. 1. VoiceThe speed at which you talk n...

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General CV Template

Are you looking for a new role, but haven't updated your CV in a while? Or maybe it's your first role and you're unsure where to start?Download our free CV Template, allowing you to easily edit and...

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CV Tips with Sample CV

CV Tips Your CV and covering letter might be the first impression a prospective employer has about you – It’s your sales literature, so take care to present it in a clear, easy to read format.  ...

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5 Tips to Exude Confidence in an Interview

Lack of confidence is often a key issue when it comes to interviews, especially for 'first timers' or those who haven't done so in a while. View Hewett's five tips to build your confidence during t...

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How to answer these common Admin Interview Questions

Common Interview Questions for Administration Positions and their 'Model Answers'Have you got an interview coming up for an Administration role? Read these commonly asked admin interview questions,...

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What to do in a Video Interview

FREE Download: Hewett Recruitment Video Interview Tips.pdfSize: 1.46 MB​​Got a video interview coming up over skype? Follow these tips to ensure you make the best possible impression - A two minute...

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Create a better Onboarding Process for your Small Business

  FREE Download: Hewett Recruiment SME Onboarding Tips.pdf    Make your onboarding process a priority: How can your SME benefit from a organised and efficient onboarding processes? A three m...

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How to deliver the Perfect Presentation

FREE Download: Hewett Recruitment Presentation Tips.pdfNail that big presentation you've got coming up by following these ten easy steps to ensure you deliver your presentation perfectly. A three m...

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How to answer these common industrial interview questions

Would you be able to answer these common interview questions? A three minute read.Questions frequently asked in an industrial interview.Got an interview coming up for some labour/warehouse work? Do...

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30 Questions you are likely to be asked in a PHP Interview

Could you answer these 30 PHP Developer questions? 2 minute read.'Ensure you smash that PHP interview and land your dream job'With an average salary of £45,000, PHP Developers are widely needed in ...

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The Unspoken Rules of Professional Email

Have you cracked them? – A 1 minute read. Email is an essential tool in most workplaces, yet, nobody really teaches you the basic ‘dos and don’ts’ of sending professional emails. We’re here to help...

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Why you shouldn’t wait until AFTER Christmas to job hunt

Don't wait until after Christmas to secure your dream job.Employers are still recruitingJust because it’s Christmas, it doesn’t mean that businesses stop working and shut up shop.  Many are still v...

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Applying For Job Roles via Facebook

Hewett Recruitment regularly publish job postings on our Facebook page, allowing individuals to apply directly through the social media platform.This blog will guide you through the process of find...

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Business Graduate? Step on to your career ladder

 Are you a business graduate looking for your opportunity to take your first step onto your professional career ladder? These roles might be perfect for you.​AdministratorAdministrator roles are of...

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STOP doing these things during your interview

Are you guilty of any of these common interview mistakes?Read our Directors advice on what you should and shouldn’t do during an interview.Not doing your researchThe biggest interview mistake highl...

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How 'CV Embellishment' impacts the Recruitment Process

A little white lie never hurt anyone, right? When it comes to the employment process, they can cause major damage. A shocking 92.5% of British workers admit ‘embellishing’ their skills and inclu...

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The impact of Social Media regarding the employment process

How does my social media influence my career development?It takes just seven seconds to create a first impression, what will yours be? Polite, enthusiastic and dedicated? Great! Now what if employe...

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