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In a world where political correctness is everywhere, we are all being told what we should and shouldn’t say – especially in the workplace. We are often asked by clients for tips on what interview questions to ask, but it is just as important to remember what you’re NOT allowed to ask and what questions […]

Unemployment has fallen again to a 42 year low with the rate now being 4.5%. For workers, this is great news as they can be choosier when looking for roles on the job market, but what does it mean for employers? Generally speaking, lower unemployment can lead to a more competitive market and therefore employers […]

With “one in three young adults” having a tattoo and the figures still on the rise, it’s inevitable that attitudes towards them are going to change right? I mean, surely they can’t be covered up forever?! We all know the general rule when going on job interviews is to dress as smart as possible – […]

We’ve all been there – once the excitement of securing the interview subsides, the sweaty palms and butterflies kick in along with nerves. You really want the job and are determined to shine in the interview so here’s Optima’s top 5 tips on how to make your interview a successful one; Make sure you are […]

The jobs and career community website Glassdoor have compiled a list of the most unusual questions to be asked in an interview. Some of the weirdest include: “Would you rather fight a horse-sized duck or 100 duck-sized horses?” – asked at BHP Billiton to a dry bulk marketer candidate “How do you fit a giraffe […]

There’s always been an issue about workplace dress codes which was highlighted earlier this year with the case of Nicola Thorp who was sent home from a temporary role for not wearing heels between 2 – 4 inches high. Since then there has been a petition at parliament and a report which outlines how discriminatory […]