Ricardo Barriga

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  • Does your social media profile reflect your CV?

    Does your social media profile reflect your CV?

    As much as the candidates have the opportunity to check out their potential employer on various media sites the employer also now has a better ability to see how potential candidates sell themselves on social media. If you have decided that you need to start your job search then check your social media content and… Read more

  • Are You Relying on Technology to Find You Next Role?

    Are You Relying on Technology to Find You Next Role?

    We live in an age where technology is advancing so quickly that everyday ‘inconveniences’ are slowly being replaced with some new and exciting tech items to solve them. Hence, making our lives easier. But, does this mean we are making it too easy for ourselves; that we are losing our ability to resource and communicate… Read more

  • Top Nine Tips on What Not to Do on Your Resume.

    Top Nine Tips on What Not to Do on Your Resume.

    An employer spends an average of under 30 seconds looking at a résumé that crosses their desk. They look to see if it captures their attention before progressing to either the yes, maybe, or no sections. Unfortunately, many candidates are making way too many unnecessary errors that are costing them a chance to further their… Read more

  • Are You Failing Your Phone Interviews?

    Are You Failing Your Phone Interviews?

    Too often, well-qualified candidates trip themselves up at the initial phone interview stage. As this is a vital part of the recruitment process and it allows the recruiter to know what type of person you are and how will you deal with their customers, it’s essential to impress. Read more

  • Are You Ready to Find Your Purpose?

    Are You Ready to Find Your Purpose?

    Ikigai (生き甲斐, pronounced [ikiɡai]) is a Japanese concept meaning “a reason for being”. Everyone, according to the Japanese, has an ikigai. Finding it requires a deep and often lengthy search of one’s self. Such a search is regarded as being very important since it’s believed that discovery of one’s ikigai brings satisfaction and meaning to… Read more

  • The Simple Factors Holding Back Your Next Job.

    The Simple Factors Holding Back Your Next Job.

    When you start to look for a new role, it is vital to address these THREE FACTORS that may hinder you getting that new job, even before you begin looking it. Read more