More and more of us will come face to face with at least one assessment centre during our careers. Probably more. Here we look at the facts and fiction of this important career stage. It will be incredibly nerve-wracking There will be confrontation in the role-play The inbox or written exercise will be very difficult Being assessed is off-putting The ...
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Your Interview questions answered
Here are a few questions we were sent over the last few weeks- What things should I remember when on a job interview? Receptionist Interview.. I have an interview tomorrow for a receptionist position. How can I prepare so I am successful? I don’t have any receptionist experience but I’ve previously worked in retail for a few months ...
Read More »Your Situational Judgement Test questions answered
Here are 2 questions we were sent this week:- Are there any tutors/ test prep for the Situational Judgement Tests? Is there anyone in the UK that does test prep for the Situational Judgement Tests (specifically for the GMC/ Foundation Programme)? Situation Judgement Test, help and guidance needed, please? I am desperate to find my first graduate job, ...
Read More »Have you been the victim of misleading advice about your assessment centre?
The internet is awash with well meaning but useless advice about your assessment centre. We can put the record straight. I need to revise Most ADCs have a strong behavioural component i.e. assessors are looking for evidence of your competencies. If the organisation was interested in your knowledge of technical, procedural or legislative information they would probably set you ...
Read More »I’ve had loads of interviews in the past- experience is all I need, right?
You may think you don’t really need any help as you have had plenty of ‘old school’ interviews in the past, but a Competency based/ behavioural or structured interview is very different. It is important to remember: Remember, most interviewees leave the panel with the impression that they were unprepared for the questions and unsuited to the role. Make sure ...
Read More »I’ve been invited to an Assessment/ Development Centre- HELP!
Don’t panic, there is plenty you can do to get ready. Worst thing would be to stick your head in the sand until the day looms. You need to arm yourself with the right skills and techniques to make sure you are ready to do your very best, whatever they throw at you. What you want is to be able ...
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