Career Coaching & Guidance
Including hobbies and interests on your CV is not likely to help you land a job
The inclusion of an “interests” or “hobbies” section at the end of your CV is not a professional requirement and, more often than not……
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Career Coaching & Guidance
“It’s not you, it’s me.” Not getting the job doesn’t always mean you weren’t good enough
Securing a job interview is just the first step in presenting yourself to a potential employer. Candidates are now expected to go through many interviews……
Career Coaching & Guidance
You may have the right qualifications, but will your personality stop you getting the job?
An employee with a degree and a great personality fit is more likely to excel compared to an employee with the same degree but with a bad personality fit……
Career Coaching & Guidance
Be as involved in fatherhood as you are in business, says entrepreneur Damian Rhodes
It’s 5am and my first meeting of the day begins. In my profession, I meet some of the most influential professionals in Hong Kong……
Career Coaching & Guidance
The cover letter isn’t dead, it just needs a revamp, says Christine Wright of Hays recruitment
Once upon a time, writing a strong cover letter was essential to a successful job application……
Career Coaching & Guidance
Working Holidays: Career Advancement and an Enjoyable Experience
Travelling is one of the most rewarding experiences a young person can have. However, most millennials fear that taking time off to travel will significantly derail their career paths. Luckily, Hong Kong…..
Career Coaching & Guidance
Nervous candidates have a greater chance of failure in Hong Kong interviews, says Tricor’s Fiona Yung
Attending a job interview is a stressful and nerve-racking experience for most people……
Career Coaching & Guidance
Returning to work in Hong Kong after your first child? Take tips from Meiping Zhao of Freshfields
I returned to work after the birth of my first child with a strange mixture of feelings. On one hand, I felt a sense of calm, knowing exactly what to expect at the office……
Career Coaching & Guidance
Like father, like son? Egon Zehnder’s advice on succession in a Hong Kong family business
Family businesses form the foundation of the Hong Kong economy and are increasingly important in mainland China. Unfortunately, they also sometimes cause discontent and distress……
Career Coaching & Guidance
Need a career change, or just bored? The rewards are worth the risk if you are strategic
Working in executive search, I see many people wanting to change career paths or shift industries. I always ask the question: Will it help you to achieve your goals?
Career Coaching & Guidance
Expert advice from Tricor’s Fiona Yung on how to work smart and increase your productivity
We all have 24 hours in a day, so why are some people more productive than others? Time management means prioritising your tasks to maximise output……
Career Coaching & Guidance
Understanding Different English-Language Accents
In today’s globalising world, workplace diversity has become a much sought after characteristic for any company. Colleagues from across the globe can challenge our intellect……