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05/03/2021

Celebrating Women in Leadership at Drake International – International Women’s Day 2021

By Drake Editorial

International Women's Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The global theme for International Women’s Day in 2021 is ‘Women in Leadership: Achieving an Equal Future in a COVID-19 World’. COVID-19 has impacted women and girls in profound ways, amplifying the inequalities they face every day. It is fundamental that diverse women’s voices and experiences are central to national and global recovery plans.

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01/03/2021

Common Resume Blunders - Career Advice

By Drake Editorial

Make sure your resume is top-notch by avoiding these 10 resume blunders!

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01/03/2021

Navigating the hidden job market - Career Advice

By Drake Editorial

“When you’re looking for a new job, many resources are available to you, including job boards, company websites, and recruitment agencies. These, however, represent only a small fraction of the vacant jobs in the economy at any time: Most jobs are never advertised. This is the “hidden job market”, and knowing how to navigate it can make all the difference in your job search.”

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22/02/2021

The Five Soft Skills Your New Flex Employees Must Have

By Drake Editorial

Employee soft skills such as problem solving, self-motivation, and interpersonal skills are the bed rock of every aspect of your business operations. A joint study by three universities, including Harvard, uncovered that soft skills delivered a whopping 250 percent return on investment.Although technical skills will always be important, with employees shifting significantly to working remotely and/or from the office in a hybrid working model, certain soft skills such as communication, adaptability, and work ethic have become even more essential.

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22/02/2021

Common mistakes to avoid in your job interview - Career Advice

By Drake Editorial Team

It’s tough to avoid interview traps if you don’t know what they are. Here are a few to watch out for.

 

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19/02/2021

Asking the right Questions - Career Advice

By Drake Editorial

Surprisingly, the most common answer to this question is “no.” Not only is this the wrong answer, but it’s also a missed opportunity to find out information about the company. It is important for you to ask questions. Not just any questions, but those relating to the job, the company and the industry. Consider two candidates interviewing for an inside sales position, Henry and Chris.

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