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Should my resume have colour?
Colours can be an expression of creativity, and indeed for a creative resume, using colours and imagery of the individual’s work may...

Matthew Coppola
Jul 22, 20221 min read


Avoid these TOP 10 MISTAKES when applying for work
For many people, applying for jobs is an arduous and time-consuming endeavor. To add to the challenges is the fact that emotions get...

Matthew Coppola
Jul 21, 20222 min read


10 Tips for Running a Successful Group Interview
Discovering the perfect candidate can be a time-consuming process for employers. However, group interviews offer an efficient way to meet...

Matthew Coppola
Jul 21, 20222 min read


Dealing with post job interview blues
Many people become agitated because they haven't heard back from the employer after their interview. They want to know the outcome,...

Matthew Coppola
Jul 21, 20222 min read


How to LOOK and FIND the right for you
A ‘job’ means different things to different people. For some, it can mean a hobby that pays an income or something to keep them busy...

Matthew Coppola
Jul 21, 20224 min read


How to HANDLE NERVES in a job interview
As an interview skills coach, people often ask me how they can deal with their nerves during a job interview. They feel that they get so...

Matthew Coppola
Jul 21, 20221 min read


Why STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT SKILLS are so important
Stakeholders include individuals and groups you interact with in and outside your organisation. Effective at engaging stakeholders is a...

Matthew Coppola
Jul 21, 20221 min read


Why TARGETED job applications are more effective
Targeted job applications are usually more effective than general and not specific ones. However, if the employer is looking for a...

Matthew Coppola
Jul 21, 20221 min read


How to handle a PERFORMANCE REVIEW
Somehow, another year has just passed, and that dreaded end-of-year performance review has arrived. Here are some suggestions to prepare...

Matthew Coppola
Jul 21, 20223 min read


Why add a Cover Letter?
A cover letter is an introduction to your résumé. The purpose of a cover letter is to introduce yourself to the employer and persuade...

Matthew Coppola
Jul 21, 20221 min read


Why be positive in a JOB INTERVIEW?
Everyone has bad days, but no matter how pessimistic you feel on the day of your interview, it is essential not to let it show. No...

Matthew Coppola
Jul 21, 20221 min read


Why its best to AVOID arguing at work!
One thing I have learnt in my career is that arguing with someone, especially when you know all too well that you are right, does not...

Matthew Coppola
Jul 21, 20222 min read


Answering the interview question: What are your weaknesses?
What are your weaknesses? The candidate's response to this question provides the interviewer with an insight into the shortfalls of that...

Matthew Coppola
Jul 21, 20221 min read


Answering interview questions on stress
Stress in the workplace is unavoidable. By definition, it’s that emotional strain and pressure that comes with demanding circumstances....

Matthew Coppola
Jul 21, 20221 min read


One-on-One VS Group Interviews: Which is BETTER?
#groupinterview #jobinterview What do you think? Is a one-on-one interview better than being in a group interview setting? Or do you...

Matthew Coppola
Jul 20, 20221 min read


ClientCentric now offers professional interview coaching to Gold Coast job seekers
#interviewcoachingaustralia #goldcoastinterviewcoach Australian professional employment services firm ClientCentric is now pleased to...

Matthew Coppola
Jul 18, 20221 min read


5 Steps to Prepare for a Job Interview
Prepare well for your next job interview by following these 5 steps for success

Matthew Coppola
Jul 8, 20221 min read


The Top 3 Most Asked Questions in a Phone Interview Call
Been applying for multiple jobs, and now that phone interview is just around the corner? A phone interview is just a quick informal chat...

Matthew Coppola
Jul 5, 20222 min read


Does Interview Coaching Work?
Interview coaching, when delivered well, can equip people with the tools and techniques they need to perform better during their job...

Matthew Coppola
Jul 1, 20222 min read


Is paying for interview coaching worth it?
#interviewcoaching #interviewcoach #careercoaching #jobcoaching #interviewtraining We think it's worth it. That is, it's well worth...

Matthew Coppola
Jun 29, 20222 min read


Is Every Capability Statement the Same?
#capabilitystatement #companymarketing #marketingmaterials It's important to remember that not all two capability statements are the same...

Matthew Coppola
Apr 11, 20221 min read


5 Tips on How to Structure your Capability Statement
Have you been asked to submit a capability statement as part of a business proposal or tender application? If so, you're going to need to...

Matthew Coppola
Mar 27, 20222 min read


How to respond to the selection criteria: communicate effectively with stakeholders
Have you recently come across a selection criteria which asks you to communicate effectively with stakeholders and be able to write...

Matthew Coppola
Jan 12, 20221 min read


5 things that every recruiter looks for in a candidate
If you want to stand out, get ahead and make an impression, it makes sense to understand what recruiters look for in a suitable...

Matthew Coppola
Jan 11, 20222 min read
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