If you’re Filipino and heading into an interview with a foreigner, it may help to understand style differences. Typically an American, Australian, or British interviewer will expect you to ask questions at the end of your interview. They use this to gain insights into your priorities, values, or motivations, and often find this the most interesting part of the process.
Filipinos, conversely, are often shy to ask questions. If you are called on for questions and you respond “No, you answered everything already”, you are at risk of giving the impression that you’re just not that interested in the job. An interviewer never tells you everything; they will be surprised and disappointed if you ask nothing. And you’re missing a perfect opportunity to sell yourself into the role.
So what types of questions should you ask?
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Are you having problems getting your CV past the HR department and into the hands of the hiring manager? In a competitive job market, it’s important that you give yourself the best chance to progress through the hiring process. If the HR team is overwhelmed with applicants, they may reject solid candidates just because the information they need is not immediately obvious.
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This month’s employee spotlight falls on one of our client-facing Accounts Receivables Officers – Billy. Get to know a little bit about him, his experiences, and what he has to say to others who might be struggling in finding their right calling.
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Whether you’re an old hand at Working from Home (WFH) or if it’s a new experience, there are actions you can take to ensure you’re successful.
When many of us migrated to WFH in 2020 at the onset of the COVID19 pandemic, we had no idea that this might be a long-term change to our working lives. For most, it has provided a welcome relief to long commutes, absences from families and costly daily expenses. Others miss the social connections and the professional, well fitted work environment they’d grown accustomed to.
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If you’re in the market for a new job, you’re in luck. It’s a job seekers’ market right now, with abundant vacancies and employers competing for top talent. In this type of market, you can afford to be selective about the company you join.
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This month’s employee spotlight falls on our Talent Acquisition Support – Bree. Get to know a little bit about her and the things that she aspires to do in the near future.
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Thinking of a career change? There are lots of ways to navigate the process of switching to a new line of work – follow our tips for success!
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The Philippines, like any other emerging economy, has a highly competitive job market. Every job vacancy has many applicants, and there is tough competition among candidates to stand out. It can be frustrating for job seekers, who often wonder what it takes to attract a potential recruiter.
If you are among them, you need to read this blog, as here we will discuss what makes a candidate fit for a job vacancy.
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So, you wrote a resume that got you noticed and now you you’ve been invited to meet the hiring manager. Here’s how to ace that interview!
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Like the rest of the world, the Philippines was also hit hard by the Covid-19 pandemic. The pandemic-led lockdowns meant the companies were either completely closed or working with a reduced workforce to cut expenses.
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