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Is this the TOUGHEST interview question of 2024?
In the world of job hunting, there’s one question that’s infamous for being a deal-breaker, yet it catches people off guard every time: “What appeals to you about this opportunity?” It’s a question that doesn’t discriminate based on experience or expertise. Why, then, do so many candidates fumble when it’s their turn to answer? It’s…
Unearthing the Best: A Comprehensive Guide to Hiring WordPress Developers
A Guide to Hiring WordPress Developers In the dynamic realm of web development, WordPress reigns supreme, powering over 30% of all websites worldwide. As businesses clamor for skilled WordPress developers to craft their online presence, selecting the right talent becomes a crucial undertaking. This guide will equip you with the tools to identify and recruit…
Rethinking Recruitment Fee Pricing: Ripple Recruitment’s Game-Changer for Start-ups and SMEs
In the fast-paced world of business, start-ups and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) often face unique challenges. Resources are precious, and every decision counts. One decision that can significantly impact their growth is the choice of a recruitment partner. At Ripple Recruitment, we’ve taken a fresh approach to recruitment fee pricing that’s shaking things up…
The Importance of Soft Skills in Tech
In the fast-paced world of tech, it’s easy to get caught up in the technical side of things and forget the importance of soft skills. But as the industry evolves, the need for communication, collaboration, and emotional intelligence is becoming increasingly apparent. Think about it – when was the last time you heard of…
2023’s Most In-Demand Programming Languages and Frameworks
As we approach the end of 2022 and look ahead to 2023, it’s natural to wonder what the most popular programming languages and frameworks will be. While it’s difficult to predict the future with certainty, we can look at current trends and make educated guesses about what will be popular in the coming year. …
How to Use the STAR Technique to an Interview Questions
Situation, Task, Action, Result… Whether you’re being interviewed for a role in engineering, technology or science, the chances are that at least some of the questions you’re asked will be competency based. Interviewers often ask questions about ability, using phrases like ‘tell me about a time you achieved…’ and ‘explain how you… in a previous role’ to…
Hiring Guide – Part 2: The Interview
Ripple Recruit have put together a 3 part series , which covers the 3 most important areas of hiring; The Search, The Interview , The Offer. Part 2: The Interview Tip #1 – Have a structure and set clear objectives Some people are naturally great at conducting interviews and others struggle. Being a good interviewer isn’t easy, it takes…
Hiring Guide – Part 3: The Offer
Ripple Recruit have put together a 3 part series , which covers the 3 most important areas of hiring; The Search, The Interview, The Offer. Part 3: The Offer You’ve found your ideal candidate, the interviewing is complete and you’ve decided to make an offer, you’re nearly over the finish line…but not quite! Putting forward an offer is…
Which Benefits Do Your Employees Value The Most?
With so many options, how can you make sure that you’re offer the best benefits package? With the increasing trend for employers striving to offering a better work / life balance, benefit packages are becoming more important than ever, not only for attracting but also retaining your employees. It’s no longer enough to offer a competitive salary . If…
9 Warning Signs You Need A New Job
Have you had a bad day? Maybe a bad week? If you’ve had a bad month, quarter or even year then perhaps it’s time start thinking about changing jobs! Sometimes it’s obvious that it’s time to change jobs but at other times, you may not realise the negative impact that staying in a job that…
