The Personal Development Cafe

How to make a good first impression at your job interview

Posted by Dawn | May 26, 2020 | Interview Techniques, Employment, Job Interview Skills |

You know the old cliché you don’t get a second chance to make a first impression. Nowhere is it...

The Ultimate Guide To Background Checks

Posted by admin | Dec 19, 2019 | Employment, Job Interview Skills |

Are you aware of the background check process? If the answer is ‘No’, then don’t...

13 Sample Questions To Help Pass A Care Assistant Interview

Posted by admin | Oct 14, 2019 | Job Interview Skills, Job Interview Questions |

If you have applied for a Care Assistant job, getting yourself ready for your Care Assistant...

What are the advantages of using an interview coach?

Posted by Dawn | Apr 12, 2019 | job interview video, Job Interview Skills |

Are you losing out on jobs at interview? Have you thought about or considering getting assistance...

Important differences between an interview coach and a career coach?

Posted by Dawn | Mar 14, 2019 | Career, Job Interview Skills |

One of the biggest decisions job seekers make is to seek professional assistance to help find a...

What are the most common competency based interview questions?

Posted by Dawn | Mar 1, 2019 | Job Interview Questions, Employment, Job Interview Skills |

The competency based interview is a traditional method. It is still the most widely used selection...

How to deal with rejection after an interview

Posted by admin | Feb 18, 2019 | Job Interview Skills, job interview video |

Learning how to deal with rejection after an interview is an essential; if somewhat painful part...

What is a Competency Based Job Interview?

Posted by admin | Jan 18, 2019 | job interview video, Job Interview Skills |

More and more employers are using a competency based job interview format. So how do you prepare...

Benefits of using an interview coach

Posted by admin | Jan 13, 2019 | Interview Techniques, Employment, Job Interview Skills |

Have you wondered what are the benefits of using an interview coach? Is there any point in paying...

How to recognize and calm job interview nerves

Posted by Dawn | Nov 7, 2018 | Interview Techniques, Employment, Job Interview Skills |

Recognising interview nerves and how to keep calm is vital. Most of us will experience a degree of nervousness approaching a job interview

Build rapport during an interview to succeed

Posted by Dawn | Sep 10, 2018 | Employment, Interview Techniques, Job Interview Skills |

If you can build a good rapport with the interviewer, you will significantly increase your chances of success at interviews.

How To Handle Inappropriate Interview Questions

Posted by Dawn | Sep 7, 2018 | Job Interview Questions, Employment, Interview Techniques |

We have Employment law and legislation in place to prevent discrimination here in the UK.

How To Answer The Tell Me About Yourself Job Interview Question

Posted by Dawn | Aug 26, 2018 | Job Interview Questions, Job Interview Skills |

Whilst this might seem an innocuous opening or ice-breaker, you should be very careful how you answer this question.

How important is body language during an interview?

Posted by Dawn | Aug 4, 2018 | Interview Techniques, Job Interview Skills |

Body language is often down to the other person’s interpretation.

Handling Illegal Job Interview Questions

Posted by admin | Jul 11, 2018 | Job Interview Questions, Employment |

How many job seekers prepare themselves with how to handle illegal job interview questions?

How to prepare for your first retail job interview

Posted by Dawn | Jul 3, 2018 | Job Interview Skills, Careers Advice For Teens, Employment, Interview Techniques |

Are you considering a career in the Retail sector? Is a job in retail your first option after...

Job Interview Skills – Staying Positive After A Disappointment

Posted by admin | Jun 16, 2018 | Job Interview Skills, Interview Techniques |

Staying positive during your job search is not only advised, it is essential! Here’s why. So...

Virtual Job Interview For Interview Skills Practice

Posted by admin | Jun 14, 2018 | Virtual Job Interview, Job Interview Skills |

This virtual job interview is a great way of practising and familiarising yourself with sample...

Job Interview Questions You May Be Asked

Posted by Dawn | Jun 14, 2018 | Job Interview Questions, Job Interview Skills |

The list of job interview questions you may be asked is virtually endless. However there are some questions that are likely to be asked in one form or another.

How To Handle Telephone Interviews

Posted by admin | Jun 12, 2018 | Telephone Interviews, Job Interview Skills |

How to handle telephone interviews More and more employers are using telephone interviews as...

How to prepare for your first graduate job interview

Posted by Dawn | Jun 12, 2018 | Job Interview Skills, Career, Career Advice & Guidance, Employment, Interview Techniques |

Are you just about to leave University? Preparing for your very first graduate job interview can...

Tricky Job Interview Question – ‘Tell Me About Yourself’?

Posted by admin | Jun 11, 2018 | Job Interview Skills, Employment, Job Interview Questions |

Most people know that the first few minutes of a job interview are crucial. Whether you are...

How To Approach A Competency Based Interview

Posted by admin | Jun 7, 2018 | Job Interview Skills, Interview Techniques |

Many organisations use a competency based interview to make certain that you have the skills and...

Coping With Tricky Interview Questions You May Be Asked

Posted by admin | Jun 6, 2018 | job interview video, Job Interview Questions, Job Interview Skills |

There are some interview questions that can often be misinterpreted

Graduate Job Interviews – The First 20 Seconds

Posted by Judy | May 31, 2018 | Interview Techniques, Employment, Job Interview Skills |

How much do first impressions count? Graduates launching their job search need to be asking...

Answering Behavioural Interview Questions Using the STAR Technique

Posted by admin | May 2, 2018 | Job Interview Questions, Employment, Job Interview Skills |

Many people tend to panic when they prepare for interviews and are expecting behavioural interview questions or competency-based questions. They feel how impossible it is to guess what they might be asked.