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5 Common Misconceptions About Graduate Psychometric Testing

Posted by GradConnection
Psychometric testing can be difficult to understand and feel like a black box in the recruitment process. In this article, we’ll debunk five misconceptions that graduates may have about the process!

How to Answer: Talk About a Time When You Had Conflict at Work and How You Overcame It

Posted by GradConnection
A question commonly asked in interviews is some version of “tell me about a time you had conflict at work?” In this article, we give examples of how you can answer this using the STAR method and take this opportunity to show the skills you can bring to the team as a grad!

How to Answer Behavioural Interview Questions

Posted by GradConnection
Blurb: Behavioural interviews allow graduate recruiters to use your past experiences to evaluate your emotional response to specific workplace situations. This article provides tips on answering behavioural interview questions effectively.

What is a Background Check?

Posted by GradConnection
When applying for a graduate position, employers may require background checks to be conducted on graduate applicants. This article will provide critical information on what a background check is, what employers are looking for, and how to prepare for one.

How to Answer: What is Your Dream Job as a Graduate?

Posted by GradConnection
A common question that you may be asked during a job interview is what your dream job is. This article provides advice to effectively answer this question.

How to Answer: What are You Passionate About?

Posted by GradConnection
A common interview question is what you are passionate about. This article provides tips to help you provide an impressive response to this question.

What are Some Common Mistakes to Avoid at a Careers Fair as a Grad?

Posted by GradConnection
A careers fair isn’t something to be afraid of when you come researched and prepared. By planning for these common mistakes graduates make you’ll be well on your way for a successful day mingling with recruiters across any industry, networking, and maybe finding a job.

How to Answer: Talk About a Time Where You Overcame a Challenge

Posted by GradConnection
A common question that you may be asked to answer in a graduate interview is about a time when you encountered a problem or challenge. This article will provide tips for answering this question effectively in order to impress recruiters.

How to Answer: Describe a Time When You Went Above and Beyond Your Role at Work

Posted by GradConnection
In this article, we break down how you can answer this common grad interview question with an example that demonstrates how you are perfect for the role and highlights what you have learnt.

How to Answer: What are Some Words to Describe Yourself?

Posted by GradConnection
A common interview question that employers ask graduates when recruiting for a graduate program or role is how they would describe themselves. This article will provide helpful tips so that you can effectively answer this question.

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