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Top 10 reasons candidates are not shortlisted

Oct 03, 2023

Here are ten common reasons why job candidates may not be considered for a position: 1. Lack of Required Qualifications: The candidate may not possess the necessary skills, education, or experience outlined in the job description. 2. Unimpressive Resume: A poorly formatted or generic resume that doesn't highlight relevant achievements and experiences may result in disqualification. 3. Inadequate Fit with Job Requirements:...

Common mistakes of candidates

Sep 09, 2023

Here are five common mistakes candidates often make when applying for a job: 1. Incomplete or Inaccurate Resumes: Submitting resumes with missing information, inaccuracies, or outdated details can create a negative impression. Candidates should ensure their resumes are well-structured and up-to-date. 2. Generic Cover Letters: Sending generic cover letters that aren't tailored to the specific job and company can show a lack of genuine...

What causes HR burnout ?

Aug 28, 2023

Human Resources (HR) staff burnout can be caused by various factors. Here are five common reasons: 1. **High Workload**: HR professionals often deal with a wide range of responsibilities, from recruitment to employee relations to compliance. An excessive workload can lead to stress and burnout, especially if resources and support are limited. 2. **Emotional Labor**: Dealing with employee issues, conflicts, and emotional situations on a...

How technology is helping HR staff

Aug 21, 2023

Technology can provide numerous benefits to HR staff by streamlining processes, enhancing communication, and improving overall efficiency. Here's how technology can help HR professionals: 1. **Recruitment and Hiring:** Automated applicant tracking systems (ATS) can help streamline the recruitment process by managing job postings, applications, and candidate evaluations. 2. **Onboarding:** Digital onboarding platforms can facilitate the...

Why is it important to give feedback to unsuccessful candidates?

Aug 16, 2023

Providing feedback to unsuccessful candidates is important for several reasons: 1. **Professionalism and Respect:** Giving feedback shows that you respect the time and effort the candidate invested in the application and interview process. It reflects well on your company's professionalism and values. 2. **Improvement Opportunity:** Constructive feedback can help candidates understand areas where they can improve, whether it's related...

Getting Noticed as a Standout Candidate: Tips and Strategies

Aug 05, 2023

In today's competitive job market, standing out as a candidate requires a proactive approach and a combination of strategic actions. Here are some effective tips to help you get noticed: Craft a Strong Resume and Cover Letter : Your resume and cover letter are your first impressions. Tailor them to the specific job and highlight relevant skills, achievements, and experiences. Leverage Your Online Presence : Update your...

Advertise where the people are....

Aug 05, 2023

So you are looking for staff and have had a "hard time" finding "good ". We hear those words over and over from CEOs, managers and HR professionals. And, we see them post vacancies/ job opportunities over and over in traditional media. One company reposted a larger advert in the newspaper when a smaller one brought no job applications. So "what's wrong with " you ask...? Ummm, actually nothing is wrong...

So Why use our platform? | Some employer quotes

Aug 01, 2023

Sure, we can tell you about ourselves and the fact that we have a platform that allows you to advertise and then manage each application including drag and group candidates as part of your candidate selection process. Yes, you read this right - all of the above is included in the price. Here are some quotes from very large Fijian employers: "We have good responses from MJF. This generation is online focussed not on newspaper...

8 Reasons to Advertise on our Site

Jul 31, 2023

70% of Fiji is under 40 - the so called "Facebook generation" We cover a Fiji wide audience that is digitally savvy and is unlikely to read traditional media We have a list of Job Seekers on our site who get daily email alerts on all available jobs - we send around 75,000 daily! Your brand gets out there. We can direct all applications to go through your own Website or any other link you specify. - ...

Candidate care!

Jul 18, 2023

We all have mission and values statements incorporating us, our customers and employees. But, what about potential employees? It is easy in our busy day to day HR and recruiting work, to fail our marketing colleagues in "living the brand". To state another way, we are privileged to be working in our roles so what are we doing to make sure it is that much easier for the next person coming in? 1. Candidates are the "H" in HR In a...

Employers is this True or False?

Jul 03, 2023

We recently got an email from an employer. Now, before you read on, please bear in mind we cannot and do not want to control who applies. Our mission is to expose opportunities for candidates and employers and this situation would apply we believe to any method of advertisement. Having said that, we strongly feel that being part of the Fiji business and HR community it is our professional obligation to address issues if we...

8 Steps to Market "Brand You"

Jul 02, 2023

This is a term coined by management guru Tom Peters. Some of our thoughts on how you can make this relevant for you and even your organisations. Marketing "Brand You" involves strategically promoting and managing your personal brand to create visibility, build credibility, and attract opportunities. Here are some key steps to market "Brand You": 1. Define Your Brand : Identify your unique strengths, skills, and...

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