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How Long Has That Job Ad Been Live?
How Long Has That Job Ad Been Live? Your Ad Might Be Doing More Harm Than Good If your job vacancy has been posted for more than 3 weeks with no result, it’s not just failing — it could be damaging your employer brand. Candidates notice. So do competitors. Why Stale Job Ads Are a…
Read MoreTop Tip: How to Start Your Job Search on a Monday and Get Hired Faster
Top Tip: How to Start Your Job Search on a Monday and Get Hired Faster New Week, New Job Opportunity Mondays often get a bad rep — but they’re actually one of the best days to get your job search moving. Recruiters are active. Decision-makers are available. And inboxes are getting checked. If you’re serious…
Read MoreIt’s Monday Morning – Do You Still Have That Vacancy?
How Long Has That Role Been Open? If you’re staring at the same unfilled vacancy this Monday as you were last Monday… and the Monday before that… it’s time to act. Vacancies that linger aren’t just an HR problem — they become a business issue. The True Cost of Inaction Leaving a role unfilled costs…
Read MoreHow to Look After Yourself in the Summer Sun
Summer Sun & Sanity: Don’t Forget to Look After You This Weekend! As we head into a scorcher of a weekend (we hope! 🤞), here’s your friendly reminder from all of us at Howard James Recruitment: Take care of yourself in the sunshine! It’s tempting to overdo it when the sun finally decides to show…
Read MoreTop Tip: What to Wear to Your Interview (And What Not To)
You Never Get a Second Chance at a First Impression Whether your interview is in-person or online, what you wear matters. It tells your potential employer how serious you are, even before you say a word. Dress Code Tips for Modern Interviews Understand the Environment Not every company expects a full suit. Research the culture:…
Read MoreThe Hidden Cost of Unfilled Roles – It’s More Than You Think
Think Delayed Hiring Is Harmless? Think Again It might seem like you’re saving money by delaying a hire—but in reality, every day without the right person costs your business more than you realise. What It’s Really Costing You 🕓 Productivity GapsCritical tasks go unfinished, deadlines get missed, and your team picks up the slack. 💷…
Read MoreTop Tip for Candidates: Always Include a Cover Letter – Here’s Why
Do People Still Read Cover Letters in 2025? The answer is: yes – if they’re good.A strong cover letter can give you the edge, especially if your CV is solid but not standout. What Makes a Cover Letter Worth Reading? A great cover letter should: Speak directly to the company and role Highlight why you’re…
Read MoreWhy Your Job Ads Aren’t Working and How to Fix Them
Are You Posting and Hoping? You’ve got a vacancy. You post it. And… silence. Or worse — an inbox full of irrelevant CVs. The issue might not be the job itself, but how you’re advertising it. Let’s fix that. The 3 Most Common Job Ad Mistakes 1. Vague or generic headlinesIf the title could apply…
Read MoreHow to Make Your CV Stand Out in 2025
Want to Get Noticed by Hiring Managers? Your CV is your personal sales pitch—so how well does it sell you? In 2025, recruiters are skimming CVs faster than ever, and standing out has never been more crucial. Here’s how to make sure yours rises to the top of the pile. 1. Start with a Punchy…
Read MoreNew Signings, Big Expectations – How Will Man City Line Up for the Club World Cup?
🚨 All Eyes on the Etihad: How Will City’s New Recruits Fit into the Squad for the Club World Cup? With the ink barely dry on the contracts of Manchester City’s latest signings, the big question isn’t if they’ll make an impact—but when and where. Just like any high-performing organisation, Pep Guardiola’s side doesn’t just…
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