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Recruitment Is Like Wimbledon: You Need the Right Doubles Partner
Recruitment Is Like Wimbledon: You Need the Right Doubles Partner It’s Semi-Finals Season — and Teamwork Is Everything As Wimbledon heats up and the semi-finals get underway, one thing’s clear: winning is never a solo effort. Just like in tennis doubles, a strong recruitment strategy depends on the right partnership — and a clear game…
Read MoreTop Tip: Be Honest About Your Salary Expectations
Top Tip: Be Honest About Your Salary Expectations You’re Not Being Greedy — You’re Being Professional Talking salary can feel like walking a tightrope. Ask too much, and you fear pricing yourself out. Ask too little, and you risk under-selling your worth. But here’s the truth: clarity on your salary expectations is a strength, not…
Read MoreThe Mid-Year Team Review You Shouldn’t Skip
The Mid-Year Team Review You Shouldn’t Skip July Is the New January for Smart Hiring Managers The halfway point of the year isn’t just about performance reviews — it’s about taking stock.Where are the bottlenecks? Who’s excelling? Who’s at risk of burnout? If you haven’t yet paused to assess your team, you could be heading…
Read MoreTop Tip: Keep Your CV Simple, Smart, and Scannable
Top Tip: Keep Your CV Simple, Smart, and Scannable Fancy Fonts Don’t Get You the Job — Clarity Does Here’s a stat you might not love: the average recruiter spends just 6–10 seconds on your CV before deciding if it’s worth a second look. If your CV is cluttered, overdesigned, or looks like a graphic…
Read MoreStill Hiring on Gut Feel? Let’s Talk About That.
Still Hiring on Gut Feel? Let’s Talk About That. “I Just Got a Good Feeling About Them…” We’ve all said it. A candidate walks in, charms the socks off the panel, and suddenly they’re top of the pile. But in 2025, relying solely on instinct is a gamble — and an expensive one. In today’s…
Read MoreTop Tip: Dress Codes Still Matter – Even in 2025
Top Tip: Dress Codes Still Matter – Even in 2025 It’s Not About Suits – It’s About Strategy In 2025, we’ve embraced hybrid work and flexible dress. But when it comes to job interviews, what you wear still sends a message. We’ve seen top candidates lose out not because of their CV… but because they…
Read MoreQ3 Planning? Don’t Let Talent Gaps Hold You Back
Q3 Planning? Don’t Let Talent Gaps Hold You Back Now’s the Time to Build – Before It’s Too Late It’s Tuesday 8th July, and across the UK, businesses are looking to deliver results in Q3. But here’s a question: Do you have the right team in place to make that happen? At Howard James Recruitment,…
Read MoreTop Tip: Why Mondays Are Made for Momentum in Your Job Search
Top Tip: Why Mondays Are Made for Momentum in Your Job Search New Week. Fresh Start. Perfect Time to Take Action. Mondays get a bad rep — but for job seekers, they’re pure gold. Employers return with fresh focus, inboxes get checked, and interviews get booked. It’s your chance to set the tone for the…
Read MoreAce Your Summer Hiring Game — Before September Rush Hits
Ace Your Summer Hiring Game — Before September Rush Hits Sundays Are for Strategy – So Let’s Talk Summer Recruitment It’s Sunday, 7th July – the weekend of Wimbledon finals. While Centre Court is packed with spectators, your business could be centre stage for talent… if you start hiring smartly, right now. Why Employers Win…
Read MoreTop Tip: Summer Is a Brilliant Time to Job Hunt (Here’s Why)
Summer Job Hunting: Your Competitive Edge Here’s what makes now such a great time to look: 🌞 Less Noise – With fewer people applying, your CV stands out🎯 More Access – Hiring managers are less hectic and more available💬 Smoother Process – Interviews tend to be more flexible and relaxed🚀 Faster Decisions – No backlog,…
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