Career Advice: Set up email alerts on job hunt websites so that you can stay up to date with the latest relevant posts.

Career Advice: Send your CV and application in on a Monday, research has shown that Mondays give the best chance of being hired.

Career Advice: If you know someone in a company at which you’d like to work for, that angle has the greatest chance of getting your foot into the door.

Career Advice: Follow up on all your applications. Whether through email or phone, don’t be afraid to follow up, as you may get helpful feedback.

Career Advice: Never give out personal money information. A legitimate company won’t ask you for your credit card number or ask you to pay them.

Career Advice: If you are not in a confidential job search, tell your friends and followers on social media, and you might get a referral.

Career Advice: The first question you ask during an interview shouldn’t be about money, but about the company and the opportunity. Ask about money after that.

Career Advice: Throw in a relevant, appropriate joke during your job interview if you can. Humour is a great tool to set yourself apart from the competition.

Career Advice: Listen carefully to what the interviewer is asking you, and engage with the question. Don’t just rattle off prepared answers.

Career Advice: Think about your strengths and the types of work you like to do. The better you know yourself, the more likely you are to find a satisfying job.