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Acing your answers in a job interview is one thing, but the questions you ask as a candidate could make or break your chances of landing a role. Asking bland questions that can easily be found on Google risks coming across as disinterested, writes Jessica Lindsay in Metro.co.uk. Being too assertive or blunt could also create the impression that you're not the right fit for the company. Careers and education expert Robbie Bryant shares the top questions to steer clear of at the end of an interview. Here are three of them: 1?? "What are you looking for in a candidate?/How can I impress you?" – This information can typically be found in the job listing or on the company website. Instead, ask a question centred around a specific responsibility listed for the role. 2?? "Can I work from home?" – Asking this question could suggest that the candidate is unhappy with office work. If flexible, home or hybrid working haven't been explicitly stated by the company and are a must for you, the job may not be the right fit.? 3?? "What can your company offer me?" – This question implies that the candidate is either demanding or hasn't researched the role. Instead, Bryant suggests asking about the company policies the interviewer is most proud of. Asking unique and relevant questions will help you stand out from the crowd, says Bryant. "The best tactic is to really listen and be engaging during the interview, then ask follow up questions based on the conversation." ?? Read more: https://lnkd.in/g4TRYxym ? Jennifer Ryan ?? Getty Images

Broaden your definition of "experience" to help with early career changes. That's what Fast Company deputy editor Kathleen Davis advises. Davis explains how pieces of adjacent experiences helped lead to her first step into journalism. A blend of volunteering, part-time roles and freelance projects can help make your past look more in tune with the future you want. Remember, each work-related experience creates a new skill and those skills transfer to other fields. Lean on them when trying to wriggle your way into a preferred industry. ?? Are there other ways to make up for a lack of experience on your CV? Share your thoughts in the comments. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eYK9K9FF ?: Todd Dybas

When starting out in your career, you often look for guidance from more experienced professionals. ? While you may want to know what firms to apply to, what positions suit your abilities and where you should be focusing your energy, it pays to be wary of well-intentioned advice, writes Kevin Chesters, a strategic consultant. "Talk to lots of people, talk to lots of different people, gather a wide range of views. And then ignore 99% of it," says Chesters. His logic: most people may mean well, but the majority of their advice just won't be right for you. The best thing you can do is go with your gut, he adds. "Go with the choice that feels right. Go with the one that you got the best feeling about." ?? What do you think? Do you take the advice you're given or do you tend to trust your gut? Share your views in the comments. ?? Read Kevin Chesters' full post: https://lnkd.in/gY3U_fZd

?? Emotional intelligence is the ability to understand and manage your own emotions and the emotions of others. As a professional, it helps you communicate well and foster positive working relationships. Can it also help you land a job? In this edition of the Get Hired newsletter, we're exploring the power of emotional intelligence in building a successful career, with insights from experts Dr. Marcia Goddard, Galyna Daniel, Jan Tegze and Liam Peoples. ?? We want to hear about your job search – have you leaned into your emotional intelligence during interviews? Share your story in a comment or post using #GetHiredEurope. Subscribe to the newsletter here, so you never miss an issue: https://lnkd.in/d_Tpvbuv ? Jennifer Ryan

Have you experienced burnout in your professional life? Recognised as a syndrome by the World Health Organization, burnout is characterised by chronic physical and emotional exhaustion, and can lead to decreased productivity, low morale and health problems. One recent study by Lockton People Solutions, found that seven in 10 employees have experienced burnout at some point in their career, women are twice as likely as men to report suffering from it and it's most common among those aged 35-44. Given the fast-paced nature of today’s work environment, coupled with the expectation of constant availability, is it any surprise that employees can feel overwhelmed and stressed? Experts say setting clear work-life boundaries, taking regular breaks and prioritising physical activity not only help to prevent burnout, but also contribute to a more positive and productive work environment. ?? What strategies do you use to prevent burnout? How have they helped you maintain balance in your professional life? Let us know in the comments. ? Jennifer Ryan ?? Getty Sources: breakingnews.ie: https://lnkd.in/ghFkdXkk? https://lnkd.in/eeB2aS7p

?? A healthy work-life balance is not only crucial to the happiness and wellbeing of employees – employers can also benefit from improved productivity. ? Initiatives such as flexible hours, the option to work remotely, guidelines on after-hours communication and employee assistance programmes can all help foster a culture that promotes a positive work-life balance. ?? We asked wellbeing and employee experience experts for their insights on what companies can do.?Check out the recommendations from Molly Johnson-Jones, Lee Chambers, Anna Gullstrand, Dr. Dale Whelehan and Michal Oshman in the slideshow below. ?? What do you think organisations can do to create a supportive work environment that encourages a good work-life balance? Share your thoughts in the comments. ? Jennifer Ryan? ?? Getty Source:? Harvard Business Review: https://lnkd.in/gRHNCMT8.

Do you feel like you are "always on" when it comes to work? Making a complete switch from professional to personal time can be challenging. Whether it's on your phone or your computer, constant connectivity tends to blur the boundaries, with an ever present temptation to check emails or complete tasks outside of work hours. Workplace culture can also play a significant role. The pressure to perform and job insecurity can make you feel obligated to work beyond your scheduled hours. If long hours and availability outside of work are valued and rewarded, you may find it difficult to disconnect without feeling guilty or anxious. ?? Have you successfully established clear boundaries to prioritise personal time and maintain a healthy work-life balance? Vote in the poll below and share your thoughts in the comments. ? Jennifer Ryan

Not feeling up for work? For some people, the solution is to call in sick – "pull a sickie" – and have a day off. But what if you had the option to have a "healthie"? Australian advertising agency?FutureBrand?have taken a proactive approach, by giving its staff a quarterly day off for themselves. "It's a day off work, once every quarter, to do something – or nothing! – whatever you fancy, no questions asked. And we all take a 'healthie' on the same day so that we all get to enjoy the benefits, together," CEO?Rich Curtis?said. Writing in?SmartCompany, he explained companies can no longer treat their staff as "poor cousins to their customers". Firms need to take a proactive approach to the employee experience that prioritises their wellbeing and therefore their performance. What form of time-off benefit would help you optimise your wellbeing? Does your employer support mental health days? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts in the comments below. Read more:?https://lnkd.in/gqb9Pz6T ??Brendan Wong

Becoming a doctor might be the number one ambition for teenagers, but carving out a career as an artist or in the building trade is also desirable. Doctor has overtaken engineer (2) and teacher (3) in a top ten ranking of the most popular jobs for 13-16-year-olds in the UK, according to the annual BBC Bitesize Careers survey. Nearly one in ten chose it as their preferred career. Working in the building trade (10) and being an artist (8) are new entries for 2024, while architect and computer scientist dropped out of the 10. Footballer features in 7th place. The survey, of more than 4,000 teens in the UK, also found that young people would choose to work for the NHS (National Health Service) ahead of companies like Google and Disney. ?? What career did you want to pursue when you were a teenager? Did it pan out? Let us know in the comments. Check out the full ranking here: https://lnkd.in/eMCPAGWx ? Jennifer Ryan ?? Getty