http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/ Latest Articles Wed, 10 Mar 2010 13:42:44 +0800 rss20 by http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/ info@blueoceanjobs.com (Blue Ocean Consultancy- employment - job search engines - jobs) http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/article/how-to-answer-competency-questions-used-in-interviews/54/ http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/article/how-to-answer-competency-questions-used-in-interviews/54/ Recruitment professionals believe that the best way to distinguish a candidate’spotential future performance is to find out about examples of past performance. Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/article/major-mistakes-that-ruin-your-chances-at-a-job-interview/53/ http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/article/major-mistakes-that-ruin-your-chances-at-a-job-interview/53/ There’s no doubt that going on a job interview is a critical portion of a job candidate’s application process. Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/article/bartending-requirements-your-first-few-weeks/46/ http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/article/bartending-requirements-your-first-few-weeks/46/ Bartending has long been one of the most popular professions for young people to pursue. There’s an allure of being behind a bar, pouring drinks for eager, attractive people, and raking in generous tips night after night. Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/article/career-movements/47/ http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/article/career-movements/47/ Each day millions of people let their inner fears stop them from creating the life of their dreamings. No one will deny that it is terrific to step out of your comfort zone, but once you challenge your fear and take action, you can gain great things. Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/article/how-to-explain-a-past-job-loss/48/ http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/article/how-to-explain-a-past-job-loss/48/ There is no reason to feel apprehensive about having to explain a job loss to a prospective interviewer. There are countless reasons that can result in gaps in employment or resumes. Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/article/what-to-do-when-hr-calls/49/ http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/article/what-to-do-when-hr-calls/49/ Generally, when you present yourself as a prospective nominee for a rising work opportunity, your information will trickle through the Human Resources section. Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/article/why-would-a-business-want-to-use-a-temp-agency/50/ http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/article/why-would-a-business-want-to-use-a-temp-agency/50/ Companies may wonder why they should hire an hr consulting firm, i.e., a temp agency, to locate quality employees. Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/article/3-interrogations-no-job-seeker-ever-wants-to-be-asked/51/ http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/article/3-interrogations-no-job-seeker-ever-wants-to-be-asked/51/ Employer and interviewers expect you to reply terrible question during interviews. Take a few minutes to brainstorm on how you might work out on the following resolutions. Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/article/settling-successfully-into-your-new-job/52/ http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/article/settling-successfully-into-your-new-job/52/ The euphoria of starting a new job can sometimes be get over by misgiving about what comes future. After all, you’re “the new kid on the draw a blank,” and there’s much to learn–about your new job duties and much more. Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/article/bartending-101-five-steps-to-double-your-tips/45/ http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/article/bartending-101-five-steps-to-double-your-tips/45/ If you’re a bartender, even the most successful of bartenders, it’s likely you’re seeing a few less customers give today’s economic climate. If this unfortunate reality is eroding your tips, it’s time to take charge. Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/article/esl-jobs----a-great-opportunity-for-english-teachers/44/ http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/article/esl-jobs----a-great-opportunity-for-english-teachers/44/ Career as an ESL Teacher - Stepping Stone To Success ESL teachers teach English as a secondary language to people who speak other languages as their native tongue and help them to become proficient in English. Sun, 26 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/article/is-retrenchment-benefit-payable-in-singapore/43/ http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/article/is-retrenchment-benefit-payable-in-singapore/43/ With retrenchment reaching record high in 2009, it is importance for HR professional to have a better understanding of the legislation that governs retrenchment in Singapore. Fri, 10 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/article/effective-hiring-strategy/42/ http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/article/effective-hiring-strategy/42/ Hiring an employee can be such a tedious job to do. There are so much that a company should do to ensure that they are hiring someone who can be trusted. Fri, 10 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/article/thinking-inside-the-box/41/ http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/article/thinking-inside-the-box/41/ Working in the Charlotte NC Real Estate Business has got me to thinking Inside the box...hmm. Not to agitate the "thinking outside the box gang" , but there are some things that are tried and true that don't need to be reinvented. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/article/need-a-job-try-networking----not-schmoozing/40/ http://www.blueoceanjobs.com/article/need-a-job-try-networking----not-schmoozing/40/ There’s an unfortunate perception out there that networking means schmoozing, brown-nosing, and sharing limp handshakes with people you don’t like, all in the interests of acquiring something—usually a job these days. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0800