Articles by Mike Jennings

Mike Jennings has worked as a technology journalist for more than a decade and has been fascinated by computers since childhood, when he spent far too long building terrible websites. He loves desktop PCs, components, laptops and anything to do with the latest hardware.

Mike worked as a staff writer at PC Pro magazine in London for seven years, and during that time wrote for loads of other tech titles, like Custom PC, Micro Mart and Computer Shopper. Since 2013, he’s been a freelance tech writer, and writes regularly for titles like Wired, TechRadar, Stuff, TechSpot, IT Pro, TrustedReviews and TechAdvisor.

He still loves tech and covers everything from the latest business hardware and software to high-end gaming gear, and you’ll find him on loads of sites writing reviews, features and guides on a vast variety of topics.

Articles by: Mike Jennings

How to create a healthy work/life balance

By Mike Jennings published 4 July 22

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From controlling your schedule, shutting off from work and getting more exercise, here are the top tips for creating the ideal work/life balance.

The best self-care methods for home workers

By Mike Jennings published 30 June 22

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We cover sleep schedules, workspaces, meditation and exercise – all of the best ways to take care of yourself when you’re working from home

12 superb resume samples to inspire your job search

By Mike Jennings last updated 13 June 22

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We take a deep dive into ten sites with brilliant resume samples and templates – perfect if you need some help before you craft your next CV.

ZipRecruiter job recruiter site review

By Mike Jennings last updated 31 May 22

Updated It’s easy to use, but ZipRecruiter lacks features and is only suitable for basic job searches.

How to hire employees: things to zoom on in a resume when looking to hire someone

By Mike Jennings last updated 31 May 22

If you’re on the hunt for new staff then you’ve got to examine resumes closely – here are the key aspects that deserve your attention.

"Help wanted to write a job listing": 33 resources to find job description examples

By Mike Jennings last updated 31 May 22

We've picked out the best resources to help you write the perfect job description for any position.

Looking for employees in 2022? Here are 5 things you may see in job advertisements soon

By Mike Jennings last updated 30 May 22

We talk about diversity, equality, remote working, benefits, and the evolving workplace to find out the trends you’ll see in job advertisements in 2022 and beyond.

What are behavioral interview questions?

By Mike Jennings last updated 30 May 22

Behavioural interview questions are a key part of the modern recruitment process – we explain their importance and show how to answer them effectively.

22 common interview questions and the best answers

By Mike Jennings last updated 30 May 22

We detail twenty of the most frequent interview questions – and explain how you should answer if you really want to impress recruiters.

How to make a resume that gets you noticed

By Mike Jennings last updated 27 May 22

From formatting correctly and using data to keyword awareness and perfecting your language, we explore the ways to get eyes on your resume

Five essential skills to put on a resume – and five others to avoid at all costs

By Mike Jennings last updated 27 May 22

These are five critical skills that you should list on your resume and five that you should delete as soon as possible.

Glassdoor review

By Mike Jennings last updated 27 May 22

Updated Glassdoor offers a wealth of data for job seekers but learning to use its tools does take some work.

Best places to hire employees: the top countries for a remote workforce

By Mike Jennings last updated 27 May 22

Updated We explore the eleven countries where you’ll find the best remote staff to hire for your business.

12 essential hard skills you need to master

By Mike Jennings last updated 23 May 22

From industry qualifications and foreign languages to tech know-how and design, we explain how these ten hard skills are critical for career success.

6 job interview weaknesses that are too easy to pick up

By Craig Hale last updated 23 May 22

Avoid these five poor interview techniques to improve your chances.

7 questions to ask in an interview as a candidate

By Craig Hale last updated 23 May 22

Ask these five questions to nail your interview and prepare for success.