Posts by howardforster
Why Waiting Until September Could Cost You Top Talent
Why Waiting Until September Could Cost You Top Talent We’re in the final days of August, and for many businesses, the temptation is to “hold off until September” before tackling recruitment. But here’s the truth: waiting could mean losing the very candidates you want most. The September Recruitment Rush Every year, September brings a wave…
Read MoreTop Tip for Candidates: Beating the Post-Bank Holiday Blues
Top Tip for Candidates: Beating the Post-Bank Holiday Blues It’s Tuesday, 26th August 2025, and for many of us in the UK, today feels tougher than your average Tuesday. Why? Because the long August Bank Holiday has just ended, and now it’s back to business. Whether you spent the weekend soaking up the sunshine, braving…
Read MoreBack to Business: Post–Bank Holiday Recruitment Priorities
Back to Business: Post–Bank Holiday Recruitment Priorities The long weekend is behind us, and the UK’s final Summer Bank Holiday has been ticked off the calendar. But while many are still in “BBQ and beach” mode, hiring managers can’t afford to let recruitment momentum slip. The September Surge Is Coming September is the busiest month…
Read MoreTop Tip for Candidates: Mastering Job Interview Body Language
Top Tip for Candidates: Mastering Job Interview Body Language It’s Thursday, 21st August 2025, and with summer interviews still in full swing, today’s Top Tip for Candidates focuses on something often overlooked: your body language in interviews. While your CV gets you through the door, how you carry yourself in the interview room can strongly…
Read MoreMid-August Momentum: Why Recruitment Can’t Wait
Mid-August Momentum: Why Recruitment Can’t Wait Mid-August has arrived, and while many employees and managers are still in holiday mode, smart hiring managers know this is a golden window for recruitment. The Quiet Month Advantage With fewer distractions and less competition, August can be one of the best times to secure top talent. Candidates are…
Read MoreTop Tip for Candidates: Refresh Your CV After the Summer
Top Tip for Candidates: Refresh Your CV After the Summer It’s Monday, 19th August 2025, and the summer holidays are winding down. While many people are easing back into routines, today’s Top Tip for Candidates is all about giving your CV a post-summer refresh. Even if you’ve been sending applications throughout July and early August,…
Read MoreSunny Weather, Empty Desks: How to Keep Your Recruitment on Track
Sunny Weather, Empty Desks: How to Keep Your Recruitment on Track It’s that time of year again — the sun’s shining, and suddenly your team seems to vanish early from the office. While everyone’s thoughts are on picnics, parks, and ice cream, hiring managers still need to hit recruitment goals. Don’t Let Summer Slow You…
Read MoreTop Tip: Don’t Wait for Monday to Move Your Career Forward
Top Tip: Don’t Wait for Monday to Move Your Career Forward We get it — Friday can’t come soon enough. Your mind is already on the weekend, the sunshine, or that long-awaited break. But a little action today can make a huge difference for your career. Use the Quiet Hours to Plan Most hiring managers…
Read MoreTop Tip for Candidates: Make Your Own Luck in Job Interviews
Top Tip for Candidates: Make Your Own Luck in Job Interviews It’s Friday 8th August 2025, and there’s a staggering £172 million EuroMillions jackpot up for grabs tonight. Tempting, isn’t it? But while the odds of winning that are… well, astronomical, the odds of landing your dream job with the right preparation are much better.…
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How to Make Your Job Advert Stand Out in a Competitive Market With the UK job market busier than ever, your job advert needs to be more than just a list of requirements. It’s your shop window – and the right words can make the difference between attracting top talent or getting lost in the…
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