I’ve said this many times, if you’re applying for jobs…
Employers are checking out your social media presence (especially Facebook) before they bother calling your references.
If you’re not locking down your social accounts, you need to be sure that what you post (and what others post about you) reflects the way you wish to be seen.
The following post was on the profile of a candidate applying for jobs with one of our clients (censoring mine). Continue reading
We’ve all been there, hoping to deliver the interview of our life and then you’re hit with a question along the lines of…
‘Tell me something about yourself‘ or ‘Tell me something that I won’t learn from your CV‘ Continue reading
You’ve spotted a brilliant-looking job online. Great location, great salary, interesting role. You send your CV knowing that you’re the best candidate for the role then, a week goes by. Two weeks. Three weeks. You never hear back*. Rest assured, this is not uncommon, so here’s six possible reasons to explain why you didn’t make the cut… Continue reading
SmartCompany recently posted an article by Broede Carmody on ‘The 20 hardest jobs to fill in Australia‘. While Fitness roles didn’t rate a mention, there were a number of points raised that are particularly relevant to our industry. Continue reading
Photos on your CV – What’s the prevailing wisdom? Oversharing or an advantage? Becky and I butt heads on this and come to a conclusion.
Writing a winning resume can be a daunting task, especially if you’re changing careers or industries. While aimed at those making the jump into the fitness industry, the following details are no less relevant for established professionals that want to best represent themselves.
When you’re competing for roles with seasoned professionals, you need to ensure your CV stands out. Continue reading
When talking with job applicants about the job application process, there is one frustration that comes up again and again…. Continue reading
The first rule of Cover Letters:
It’s SINGLE purpose is to get an employer interested in your CV.
It is the first impression (apart from your email address) that an employer has of you.
Before I get into how you can make your Cover Letter work harder for you, I must address one consistently occurring oddity with many Cover Letters… Continue reading
Fitness professionals and employers, you’re in the right place!
We’re unashamedly passionate about working, and finding work, in Australia’s Fitness Industry. If there’s anything you’d like to see us cover, please don’t hesitate to be in touch.
Kind regards,
Dennis Hosking,
Managing Director,
HealthyPeople.com.au
@dennishosking on HealthyPeople
You’ve STOPPED?
Good Lord! Email me right away (dennis@healthypeople.com.au) and we’ll fix this.
