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New name, expanded offering: Jobopenings.co.ug becomes Ujuzingo

28/04/2022

Jobopenings.co.ug has rebranded to Ujuzingo to reflect growth and target a wider global audience. The rebrand to Ujuzingo reflects the way the brand has grown and expanded in recent years. We are transitioning from a local job-board to bring remote job opportunities to our users and have our services enjoyed by a global audience, for this reason we have also changed from a country code top-level domain (ccTLD)...

The things you should carry to a job interview

25/03/2022

It can be hard to figure out what to bring to an interview when you're thinking about what to wear and what to bring. It's usually a good idea to bring a copy of your most recent resume, and many interviewers will ask you to do the same thing, too. If you're applying for a security job or a job with the government, you should bring some kind of ID with you, like your driver's license. But, should you bring anything else with you? If you're...

Who Is a Good Reference for a Job?

25/03/2022

"References: Available upon request." This is what you usually write at the bottom of your resume when you write it. But what happens if the hiring manager asks for references? Who should you put on your list? When you apply to a job, most places ask for two personal references and two professional references. What if you no longer speak to any of your former coworkers? You could have been the only person at your old job. What if you have...

Job Interview Tips: How to Answer Difficult Questions

25/03/2022

It's possible to get an unexpected question from an interviewer. You might not know how to answer it, so don't worry about it. Keep your professionalism and answer these questions the right way, even if they seem like they're out of the blue at first or even silly at worst. As important as what you say when you answer a difficult question is how you say it. Even if you have a great resume, how you say it is just as important as what you say....

Why You Need to Learn to Say No

25/03/2022

Most times, I tend to say "yes," which leads me to do things that are important and wonderful but which I don't have time for. I can't do my best when I say "yes" to too many things. And that makes me more stressed and makes me more likely to get burned out. One of my personal goals is to learn to say "no" more often. I don't want people to dislike me because I say "no" to things. That's true, but I also know that I have a bad habit of...

CVs and resumes are two different things. What is the difference between the two?

25/03/2022

Most adults need to have a curriculum vitae or a resume to show off their work. In some ways, it looks like a driver's license or ID card. In the job market right now, you might have been asked to send in a CV. Is a CV the same thing as your resume? Isn't that right? CVs and resumes look a lot alike, but there are a lot of things that make them different. Our next post will go over the differences between CVs and resumes in more detail....

A look at how young people can get work experience when no one will hire them without experience.

25/03/2022

People have had a hard time getting their first job for a long time because of the "experience conundrum." If you have no work experience, employers aren't going to hire you. You can't get work experience if you don't get a job. But things are going to change. The current labor shortages are having an effect on almost every industry. Help wanted signs are popping up all over the place, wages are going up, and hiring managers are desperate...

Proven Ways to Speed Up Your Hiring Process

15/03/2022

Let's face it, you'd like to shorten the hiring process, but you're not sure how. Here are some ideas to help you revamp your hiring process: First of all Improve job descriptions The purpose of the job description is often overlooked during the hiring process. The job description's true purpose is to attract the right candidates and set the right expectations about the position, the company, and the culture. Most businesses...

Top employee retention strategies

15/03/2022

In the long run, it's important to keep your employees. When people work from home, they have a wider range of employers to choose from than ever before, because this is now the norm. HR leaders need to come up with a variety of ways to keep employees happy. When you open up feedback channels, build a culture of recognition, and do other things, you can improve your chances of keeping employees this year and in the years to come. why...

What are the Key Parts of a Cover Letter that Candidates Should Make Sure to Have?

08/02/2022

Whether you’re applying to a new job or sending in an updated resume, you can bet your potential employer will want to see a cover letter included with your application materials. So what should go into your cover letter? What do employers look for in this seemingly simple piece of writing? Here are the key components recruiters will be looking for in your cover letter. Who you are When you’re writing your cover letter,...

10 Tips to Nail Your Job Interview

06/02/2022

There’s nothing quite like the feeling of walking into an interview, shaking hands with your interviewer, and sitting down for what will likely be one of the most stressful moments of your life. Job interviews are an intense experience, but when you prepare in advance, you can make sure that your interview goes as smoothly as possible so that you land the job you want (and deserve!). As a hiring manager, I’ve interviewed...

5 Reasons to Consider Temporary Jobs

06/02/2022

While many job candidates may turn their noses up at temporary employment opportunities, sometimes these jobs can be beneficial to your career. For example, if you’re trying to break into a new industry or are on the hunt for your first job out of college, taking temporary positions might help you make the connections necessary to land your dream job in the future. Here are five other advantages of taking temporary jobs that might...

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