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Job Interview Tips

Research the UAE Employer Before Your Interview

One of the key elements in preparing for a job interview in the UAE is to research the company you have applied to. If you have applied through a specialist recruitment consultant, you will be able to get valuable information from them about the prospective employer and the job specifications. During the interview, it might […]

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Career Advice

New Year, New Advice

Looking for a career move in the New Year? There are a number of things that you need to do differently. While it is very important to tailor your CV as well as other application materials according the job advertised, the old-fashioned networking is often the most effective way of getting the desired attention of […]

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Career Advice Job Hunting Tips

How to Apply for Jobs Online

There is a plethora of job sites and company websites offering various employment opportunities. Job listings are updated regularly giving you more options to search and apply for a job you are interested in simply by making a few clicks.   Online job hunting is becoming more popular than the traditional methods of job search […]

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Five Common Misconceptions Related to Career Growth

Career growth has to be an ongoing process and should be an essential part of the daily routine. Unfortunately, many individuals fail to incorporate this in their regular career development path. What this often leads to is an unsatisfying career and apprehensions of a potential job loss. Just because you have a great job right […]

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Career Advice Job Hunting Tips

Why is it NOT a Good Idea to Quit Your Job to Find a New One

Job hunting can be a long, tedious and frustrating task for most people. Many believe that job search becomes even tougher when you are currently employed. It is difficult to take time out for searching employers, sending job applications and following interview schedules. All these issues are still not enough to make you quit your […]

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Career Advice

Tips for a Better PR Career

Highly talented Public Relations personnel are in high demand in the Gulf countries. While they need to be a part of every business, they are an essential part of large multinationals. There have been some changes in the original job description of PR officers in recent years. There is more to the job than just […]

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Job Hunting Tips

Are Online Job Boards Really Effective?

Job hunting on the internet for most job seekers is a tedious and frustrating task. After posting the resume to a zillion of job boards across the web, the situation is just “post-and-pray”. This is because online job boards do have their pros and cons for effective job search. Pros Maximum exposure Companies throughout the […]

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Job Hunting Tips

Improve Those Networking Skills to Find a Better Job

Networking has become an essential tool in increasing your chances of getting a better job opportunity. This is a worldwide phenomenon and Dubai is no exception. There a number of networking groups in Dubai, UAE that you can join and expand your network. Here are a few tips on how to improve your networking skills: […]

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Job Market Trends

Salary Increments Expected in 2010

The years 2008 and 2009 have been the years of lay-offs, salary freezes and salary reductions. The trend in 2010, however, is expected to be quite different as depicted by various salary survey reports conducted. Salary increments are generally calculated on the basis of assigning weights to the following factors: employee performance department performance company […]

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Using FaceBook for Job Search

The fact that FaceBook is used by more than 300 million people makes it one of the best and most attractive sites for effective job search. Most of the top companies and their personnel have their presence on FaceBook making it even more valuable for a job seeker. If you are new to this website, […]

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Job Hunting Tips

How to Use LinkedIn for Job Search

LinkedIn is by far one of the most important and widely used search tool that most recruiters and employers revert to for their recruiting needs. To increase the value of LinkedIn you need to increase your visibility. This can be done in the following easy steps. Create a profile Create a detailed and compelling profile […]

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Job Hunting Tips

Why Use LinkedIn for Job Search

The traditional methods of job search such as networking with close friends, browsing through classifieds of throwing your resume on tons of job boards are not the only ways leading to effective job search. LinkedIn is a leading and an essential platform for job seekers to hunt for jobs or get hunted by top recruiters […]

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Job Market Trends

Future Outlook of the Dubai Financial Sector

Dubai has always been the financial hub in the Middle East and Persian Gulf region attracting investors from around the globe. The recent development of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has opened doors for more investment opportunities in the ever expanding Emirate. As a result, the finance jobs are expected to rise in six […]

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Career Advice

Tips for Applying for the Role of a Marketing Salesman

Just like it is difficult to hire the perfect marketing salesman, it is not easy for the applicants to sell themselves to the recruiter. How do you convince the interviewer you can pull potential customers, increase brand loyalty or bring in new business in the CV/resume or a series of questions and answers session of […]