What skills do you need to succeed in tech?

What skills do you need to succeed in tech?

Published on 25 September, 2023

Now you've got that foundation of experience and you know what you're interested in, are you remaining open to learning new things? As you know the tech world is forever evolving and separating yourself from the crowd is key to succeeding in a buoyant but competitive industry. Keeping yourself on your toes by learning new languages, attending new events and keeping an eye on the latest trends is vital in order to ensure you're keeping your competitive edge.

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Is the recruitment market slowing down? What Q3 is telling us

Is the recruitment market slowing down? What Q3 is telling us

Posted by Joanne Caine
Published on 22 September, 2023

Economic pressures are adding to challenges across the market, but the news isn’t all doom and gloom. We delve into the data from KPMG and REC on the latest for the jobs market and what it means for you.

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Are we facing an epidemic with sick policies?

Are we facing an epidemic with sick policies?

Posted by Joanne Caine
Published on 17 August, 2023

It’s been really interesting to see how the working world has changed since the pandemic, in more ways than one! And in a recent survey from Softworks, it seems more people are finding it harder than ever to take sick days whilst working from home or remotely.

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Valuable interview tips for employers and small business owners

Valuable interview tips for employers and small business owners

Posted by Joanne Caine
Published on 08 May, 2023

There’s plenty of interview advice out there for candidates, but what if you have limited interview experience as an employer? Read our useful tips which will help you get the most from your interviews and ensure your candidates walk away with a tip-top impression of your business.

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11 smart ways to stand out in a large sales team

11 smart ways to stand out in a large sales team

Posted by Ally Brett
Published on 08 May, 2023

Keen to make your mark in sales? Here are eleven ways to stand out and impress your managers when you are worried about being swallowed up by a large team.

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Supporting neurodiverse talent through the hiring process

Supporting neurodiverse talent through the hiring process

Posted by Joanne Caine
Published on 29 March, 2023

Research published by the ONS last year revealed that a shockingly low number of autistic adults are in employment. Only 22 per cent of those with autism are in full-time or part-time work, the lowest employment rate of any disabled group.

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Temping Advice: 7 things you should do in any temp job

Temping Advice: 7 things you should do in any temp job

Published on 21 March, 2023

If you’re heading into the world of temporary work here’s the 7 things to do to make the most of your time there.

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What are South West employers offering their employees?

What are South West employers offering their employees?

Posted by Joanne Caine
Published on 05 March, 2023

Last month, we asked our clients to share details of their employee benefits packages, so we could review what's on offer to help employers with their attraction and retention strategies. 17 clients across several sectors (including professional services, manufacturing, automotive, technology and education) responded.

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How to hire in markets where candidates are in high demand

How to hire in markets where candidates are in high demand

Posted by Joanne Caine
Published on 22 February, 2023

You’ve heard it a thousand times. And it’s true. Your people are the most important asset of your business. So when the time comes to hire, it makes sense to pick the candidates who are the best possible fit for your vacant roles. Not always easy. In sectors where demand for specific skills exceeds the supply of candidates, finding the right person for the job is a challenge. Job-seekers can play employers against each other, cherry-picking the best offer. The good news? A few tweaks to your recruitment process will put your business in the best position to snap up in-demand candidates, before your competitors do.

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4 Reasons Why You Should Leave Job Candidates with a Good Impression

4 Reasons Why You Should Leave Job Candidates with a Good Impression

Posted by Joanne Caine
Published on 30 January, 2023

It’s not just prospective employees who need to give the best account of themselves at interview. Those on the other side of the desk should be striving to leave every candidate with a positive impression of your business. In fact, it’s crucial. And remember the recruitment process isn’t just the interview, it’s the end-to-end process. This means that your speed of response to applications; quality of your feedback; and overall engagement with candidates throughout the whole process also plays an important role in how your employer brand is perceived by candidates. Here are four reasons why.

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19 years???  What an achievement!

19 years??? What an achievement!

Posted by Joanne Caine
Published on 25 January, 2023

Massive congratulations to the wonderful Lynsey Skinner who celebrates 19 years with Cathedral Appointments / CA Tech Talent this month. What a brilliant person to have in our team - we can't imagine the place without her

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5 interview questions that aren’t as scary as you thought

5 interview questions that aren’t as scary as you thought

Posted by Joanne Caine
Published on 25 January, 2023

There’s 5 tough interview questions, so we have the 5 answers. So be prepared, have a read and take the fear out of your next interview.

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