6 Recruiters Share Their Best Interview Questions
Here are the 6 best questions to ask during an interview, according to Welcome to the Jungle: “What caught your attention when you read this job posting?” Carole David, a recruitment expert at Murfy, particularly likes to ask this question during a first interview; according to her, it’s a way to get clues about […]
The 4 Steps to Follow When Resigning
Here are the four steps to resigning, according to Les Échos Start: 1. You have the right to resign. It’s important to know that an employer cannot refuse your resignation if you are on a permanent contract. “No clause in a contract can prevent an employee from resigning,” said Xavier Berjot, a lawyer specializing in labor law, in […]
The 10 Highest-Paying HR Jobs in 2023
Here is the ranking published on October 12 in Les Échos Start: 1. HR Manager—Salary: €47,000 to €114,000 gross annually 2. Compensation Specialist—Salary: €47,000 to €95,000 gross annually 3. HR Sales Partner—Salary: €42,000 to €81,000 gross annual salary 4. Career Development Specialist: €40,000 to €97,000 gross annual salary 5. IT Specialist […]
Unregulated hiring?
The professional world is full of surprises… opportunities that lurk where you least expect them! Discover this inspiring story of someone who found her job thanks to a stroke of luck… “A tablecloth landed me my first big contract as a freelancer,” says Sophie, 27, an interior designer. One evening, I decided to go […]
These certifications will boost your resume
Why not top it all off with a few certifications, just to set yourself apart from other candidates? These little extras let you assess—and, more importantly, validate—your skills in various fields! 🙂 TOEIC, Bulats, DCL, and IELTS for languages; CFA certification for finance; the Voltaire Certificate for spelling; and TOSA Office for proficiency […]
Should you make a recruiter wait?
Scenario #1: A bird in the hand is worth more than two in the bush; I’ll take it! The urgency of the situation may justify accepting the first job that comes along, without waiting for other offers. The fear of ending up with nothing is often the driving force behind such a decision: Does this job sufficiently meet your aspirations, or is it just a stopgap solution […]
Mistakes to Avoid When Negotiating Your First Salary
1. Don’t wait until the interview to think about this. It’s essential to consider the salary you hope to earn for the position, because the topic will come up! Try to justify your salary expectations (I have two master’s degrees, I have two years of work-study experience, etc.—you need reasons to explain why you want more for […]
foster a culture of unplugging
1. Set up your out-of-office message: Employees are encouraged to set up their email* to send an out-of-office message outside of work hours—a simple way to avoid feeling the need to check messages in the evening! 2. Schedule your messages for the next day: It’s best not to send emails on […]
7 Job Ideas for People Who Hate People
For those who identify more with Wednesday from *The Addams Family*, here’s a humorous selection (full of job clichés tailored to the most antisocial personalities): Archivist—Do you like to keep your surroundings organized and under control? Do you like windowless rooms, dust, and the smell of old books? Then this job is […]
Phrases to Avoid When Asking for a Raise!
I'm outta here, Maître Gims. Does your manager not recognize your worth enough? Give him the unbeatable argument: "I want 10% more, or I'm leaving—I have better offers elsewhere." You could instead suggest that your salary is below market rates; as a general rule, the threat doesn't work […]