The Blue Lynx Blog
Whether you are a candidate who wants to take their career to the next level or a hiring manager in search of the best employment practices, we have something for everyone. Get comfortable and read on.
Things that can go wrong in a job interview
Job interviews can be nerve-wracking experiences, and even the most qualified and prepared candidates may encounter unexpected challenges. An astonishing 98% of job applicants fail in their interviews. On average, each job posting attracts 250 applications, and employers typically interview a maximum of 10 candidates or 2-3% of the total applicants. From arriving late to…
Read more...5 questions to ask yourself when choosing a career in 2023
According to the Chinese calendar, this is the Year of the Rabbit. However, it might as well be considered the year for new job opportunities. A recent report by Monster.com revealed that an astonishing 96% of the global workforce will be seeking new employment in 2023. This number is phenomenally high, and 40% of job…
Read more...5 mistakes to avoid in your LinkedIn profile
When it comes to sharing your professional achievements and looking for intriguing new opportunities, LinkedIn is a terrific resource. With a 77% advantage, it is the most used channel for online recruitment, followed by Facebook with 63%. So be sure to present yourself in the most professional manner possible on the website. But be careful…
Read more...How to stand out on LinkedIn: 5 tips from a Talent Sourcer
Based on the latest research, over 80% of employers claim that employee referrals offer optimal candidate quality and are decidedly more cost-efficient. Still, according to a LinkedIn report, over 77% of recruiters scout and vet future employees on the platform. What is more, Forbes confirmed that 95% of recruiters search LinkedIn for job candidates. Whether…
Read more...Exit Interviews: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
Here’s a situation: one beautiful morning, an employee hands over their resignation letter. Maybe you saw it coming, and maybe you didn’t. It’s perfectly normal to start questioning why – we always want to know what’s wrong, what we did or didn’t do. As for the employee who decided to quit – maybe it wasn’t…
Read more...5 Productivity Tips: How to Make the Most of Your Workday
“If there are nine rabbits on the ground, if you want to catch one, just focus on one.” – Jack Ma. It’s probably one of the most concise statements about productivity. Jack Ma, the founder of Alibaba and AliExpress, is one of the wealthiest people in the world, so it’s no coincidence that he said…
Read more...Staff Leasing in Bulgaria: What Applicants Need To Know
The term “staff leasing”, also known as “contracting”, is a practice whereby agencies such as Blue Lynx can hire people on behalf of other companies. This is a relatively new service on the Bulgarian market, that’s rapidly gaining popularity among companies in our country. Contracting is extremely useful for employers because it saves them time,…
Read more...Blue Lynx is Growing
We won’t hide it – the last few months have been quite busy. But the energy and resources invested have definitely paid off. Here’s an update on what’s been happening at Blue Lynx. Hola, Bogota! After 33 years of rocking the European market, our growing expertise prompted us to expand our horizons. One day, a…
Read more...How To Ace an Online Interview: Guide & Tips
As a result of the global pandemic, more and more employers prefer to interview their candidates via Skype or Zoom – and that’s perfectly understandable. The tricky part? Digital interviews are very different from meeting in person, but at the same time, they still offer face-to-face interaction. We have put together some tips to guide…
Read more...Podcast: Job Application & Interviews, Tips & Tricks
Our CEO Tina Evans and CCO Toine Diters have been honourable guests of the University of Economics Varna’s Career Academy podcast. They shared insightful advice on topics like job applications, in-person interviews and LinkedIn presence to help students improve their career options. Listen to the podcast and get useful tips and tricks straight from the…
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