Tag Archives: Job advice

Job interview tips: Make a great first impression

An interview is your gateway to a new opportunity so it’s essential to get those interview skills toned up and really impress those potential employers.  Below are some pointers on how you can conduct the perfect interview. This includes face to face, video calls and telephone interviews. Research the company Really get to know your […]

Portfolio hints and tips to showcase your work

A portfolio is a huge selling point for any professional in the creative industry, it’s a fantastic opportunity to sell yourself and show what you are capable of. Be selective about the work you showcase Don’t overdo it, sometimes it pays to be ruthless. Make sure you focus on showcasing the best and most relevant […]

Tips for writing the perfect CV

The CV seems to have been around for ever, in fact Leonardo Da Vinci has been credited with creating the first way back in 1482 (You learn something every day). Things have advanced since those times and the availability of free apps and editing software means you can get creative with your writing and also […]

Industry Insights – With our candidate Leanne at Mather & Co

After finding her dream job through Straco, I’m sure the last thing our candidate Leanne wanted to do was have yet another interview! However, she made an exception for us, so we chatted to her about her experiences with Straco, and her new role with our client, Mather & Co! How did you find your […]

Ask the Expert: Simon

We got the low down on Simon, our Recruitment Director who heads up Straco’s Interiors Desk as well as taking care of the whole team on a daily basis… Here’s what we found out about his industry views and how he runs Straco! About Simon If you had to describe your job in one word […]

This week you asked Simon… “How do I write the perfect CV?”

Here at Straco Towers we’re putting Simon, our resident expert and MD, in the firing line and giving you the chance to pick his brain, asking him questions that will assist you on your career journey. This week we were asked by Donald*, a Business Development Manager from another planet, how he could stand out […]