Interviewing as a candidate is a skill within itself. One that isn't exercised every day, and on average, most people probably only attend an interview once every couple of years!It's a cliche, but those meetings are a two-way street. So outside of making a good impression on your new potential employer, how do you leverage that opportunity to ensure that you are setting...
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Interview Prep 101
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How to smash your next interview!
Interviews are an important part of the job application process and can often determine whether or not you get the job you want. Therefore, it is important to perform your best during the interview to increase your chances of success. Here are some tips on how to perform your best in an interview:Research the company: Before going to the interview, make sure you research th...
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Specialist or Boutique Recruiter - Who is better?
Are you struggling to find the right people for your job openings? If so, working with a specialist recruiter like Verse Group could be the solution you're looking for.Firstly, a specialist recruiter has a deep understanding of the industry they specialize in, as well as the specific roles and skill sets required for those positions. This means they're better equipped to sou...
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When an interviewer asks you for your current salary.
When an interviewer asks about your current salary, it's up to you to decide whether or not you want to disclose that information. However, it's important to remember that some employers may use your current salary as a baseline to determine what salary to offer you if you are hired. If you don't feel comfortable sharing your current salary, you can try one of the following...
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National Programmers Day - 13 September 2021
HISTORY OF PROGRAMMERS DAYIn 2002, Russian programmers Valentin Balt and Michael Cherviakov of Parallel Technologies got people together and gathered signatures to urge the Russian government to declare Day of the Programmers. But it wasn’t until 2009 that the Ministry of Mass Media and Communications of Russia recognized Programmers Day as an official holiday. The bill in ...
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How to Nail a Job Interview (and Land Your Dream Job)
At Verse Group, we’ll do the hard yards and secure you an interview, but then it’s over to you! Here’s what you need to know to smash that interview.Always research the company before you head into an interview. Turn PI - check out the company’s website and do some serious googling. Absorb as much about the company as you can, particularly when it comes to its vision and val...
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What makes a good Recruitment Agency
When applying for a job in a competitive hiring environment, it’s important to have every possible advantage, or a line manager may never even see your resume. The right education and training, relevant experience and industry certifications are all important. But it sometimes takes much more to land an interview, and ultimately, the job.More job seekers are using job recrui...
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Verse Group – We deliver quality every time.
Verse Group is committed to ensuring that every job registered is provided with the best available candidates. This means securing candidates who match the organisational culture, have the required technical skills and most importantly the right attitude towards the job. Sounds simple but yet so many agencies get it wrong.Verse Group understands IT and the unique characteris...
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Don’t hit send! 4 Common email mistakes to avoid
Sending a clear, concise and grammatically correct email seems like a no-brainer. We all send them, whether it’s to colleagues or external workers; from our phones, homes, or desks, and yet consistently, mistakes are made. Most of the time, these mistakes are minor, quickly forgotten as the key message of the email is taken and acted on, but other times, they can be disastro...
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I've sent my CV ... now what?
Recently read this article on the web and thought I'd share... Are you deafened by silence? You’ve sent off your beautifully crafted and supercharged CV and you know you’re the man or woman for the job. The spanner in the works is that you hear nothing. Silence. You feel as though your CV has disappeared into a Black Hole. The silence is your cue to take charge ...
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