howardforster, Author at Howard James Recruitment

Is Hiring on Friday the 13th a Bad Omen? Absolutely Not!

Don’t Let Superstition Stall Your Hiring Strategy Ever wondered whether Friday the 13th is an unlucky day to hire? We say, nonsense! In fact, today might just be the perfect day to attract the right candidate. With competitors hesitating, it’s your chance to get ahead. Here’s why. Seize the Day (Even if It’s the 13th)…

Nail the Midweek Interview: Tips to Stand Out on a Wednesday

Got a midweek interview lined up? That’s a good sign — now let’s help you make the most of it. Recruiters and employers love Wednesdays. It’s when their heads are clear, diaries are flowing, and hiring decisions are gaining pace. So if you’re up for an interview midweek — you’re already in a great spot.…

Winning the Midweek Momentum: Why Now’s the Time to Supercharge Hiring

Feel like the week is running away from you? Let’s reclaim the momentum — starting with your hiring strategy. It’s Wednesday — that halfway point when productivity peaks (or slumps). For many teams, hiring plans drift until Monday comes around again. But what if you made midweek your hiring power move? Here’s why the middle…

Why That Vacancy Is Costing More Than You Think

Every Day a Role Goes Unfilled, Your Business Pays the Price It might not be on your P&L spreadsheet, but the hidden cost of a vacancy is very real—and growing. While it’s tempting to hold out for “the perfect candidate” or delay hiring decisions due to time constraints, the cost of unfilled roles can quietly…

Is Your LinkedIn Helping or Hurting Your Job Hunt?

Time for a LinkedIn Spring Clean? Your CV might be pristine, but when was the last time you updated your LinkedIn profile?With over 90% of recruiters using LinkedIn to screen candidates, your profile could be making or breaking your job search—often without you even knowing. Today’s tip is all about polishing your online professional image.…

Honouring the Past, Preparing for Your Future: Today’s Career Tip

Pause. Reflect. Then Take a Step Forward. D-Day reminds us that progress often starts with purpose, bravery, and action. And while our daily decisions might seem small in comparison, they still shape our future. Today, let’s use this moment of remembrance to focus on career preparation—your own path forward. Why Today Is a Good Day…

Lessons in Leadership from D-Day: Building the Right Team Matters

6th June—A Day to Reflect on the Power of Teamwork and Leadership On this day in 1944, thousands of brave individuals came together for the D-Day landings—an operation that would shift the course of history. Their courage, strategy, and teamwork remain powerful reminders of what can be achieved when the right people work together under…

Midweek Momentum: Refresh Your CV and Reignite Your Job Search

Struggling to stay motivated on a Wednesday? You’re not alone. Job searching can be draining, especially midweek. But the middle of the week is the perfect time to reflect, refresh, and refocus your efforts. Why Wednesday is the Smart Day to Job Hunt You’ve settled into the week, but you’re not yet burned out. This…

How to Beat the Midweek Slump with Smart Recruitment

Is your team dragging its heels by Wednesday? You’re not alone. Hump Day is notorious for stalled momentum — especially in hiring. But here’s the secret: Wednesday is actually the best time to reignite your recruitment drive. Why Wednesday Works for Hiring By midweek, you’re far enough from Monday’s chaos and not yet into the…

Nail That Interview: How to Answer “Tell Me About Yourself”

Nail That Interview: How to Answer “Tell Me About Yourself” The Interview Ice-Breaker That Could Make or Break Your Chances We’ve all heard it. You sit down, adjust your blazer, and they hit you with: “So… tell me about yourself.” It seems simple, but this question is where many interviews go off course. Here’s how…