The top 10 resume mistakes and how to avoid them
The best form of defence is attack, and that's what you need to do to make sure your CV is a targeted weapon. That means no mistakes. Here's a checklist to run through.
Top 50 interview questions
One way to prepare for an interview is to work on potential questions they may ask. Most interviews start with a discussion of your CV, and you need to be able to tell its story, know the dates, and be able to flesh out its content with greater detail about your achievements.
Your guide to networking
The chances are that if you're applying for jobs you haven't been an effective networker in the past. The best networkers know the jobs that are available in their industry before they are posted, and if they are interested, have already had a word in someone's ear.
The power of a follow up letter
I had the interview in Claridges in London. The job was for a Middle East publishing company, and I really wanted the job. The interview had gone well, but not great. Frankly, it had been hard to get a word past the interviewer. He was too busy telling his story to listen to mine.
UAE Guide: living and working in the Emirates
In order to work in the Emirates you must have a valid employment visa and to live (rent a property, open bank accounts, buy cars) you must have a valid residency visa.
