As professional recruiters, we’re regularly asked questions by jobseekers. It inspired us to write a weekly expert article for our website covering some of the most popular ones. The articles are loa [...]
You’re determined to switch careers in 2021, having decided your current job no longer gets you bouncing out of bed every morning. The question is how to leave one career and find another that fuels y [...]
You’ve decided to land that dream job in 2021. Perhaps you lost your job due to COVID. You might have lost your mojo at work and want a new career. Perhaps you’ve gained enough experience to secure a [...]
Has the arrival of a new year inspired you to up your game at work? If so, it’s time to ditch bad habits that may have crept into your routine. Here are seven bad work habits to get rid of in 2021, to [...]
For months you’ve not been feeling yourself. You have no motivation to go to work. Your enthusiasm for your job diminishes day by day. It could be you’re approaching, or have, job burnout. The Mayo Cl [...]
It’s that time of year. Holiday season is upon us which means you might well be rocking up to an office Christmas party. Have a great time, but remember that an office Christmas party is no excuse to [...]
There’s nothing worse than not getting along with a colleague at work. It makes heading into the office a total drag. Butting heads because of a personality clash is stressful, toxic, non-productive a [...]
For years mentoring focused on the older generation passing wisdom to the younger generation, but today’s forward-looking organisations are putting reverse mentoring programs in place. What is reverse [...]
No one loves to be unhappy or bored at work. No one likes to be worried about job security. If you fall into either category, you might be considering a career change. Perhaps a job in a new industry [...]
Jane gets a call from a recruiter with a dream job. Her skills are a perfect match. The sector is a perfect match. The position’s perks are amazing. Jane trembles with excitement until the recruiter a [...]
In this COVID crazy world it can be hard to think straight. So much going on … Despite the chaos, it’s important to stay on top of upskilling for your future. Upskilling is a great way to give yoursel [...]
You’re seeking a new job and have heard about researching ‘company culture’ before your interview. What is company culture? What are the different types? Why is culture important for employers? Why sh [...]
Employers play a critical role in job interviews. Even though work is busy, it’s essential to think through how to conduct interviews. This will help you find the best talent and show respect for cand [...]
When times are tough in the job market, it can make employees fear moving on (unless they have a new position in the bag). Intense fear can cause employees to freeze. It can lead them to stay put in j [...]
Heard of an elevator pitch—30 seconds you have to describe what you do, its value and build intrigue? Well now a written version—the one-page pitch—is increasingly popular. Many government department [...]
Great managers understand the power of giving employees quality feedback. They’ve mastered the art of doing so regularly, not just at annual performance review time. This article explores why it’s imp [...]
You’ve painstakingly written a generic resume and are shooting it out for multiple jobs, hoping you’ll land a public service position. Is this the best approach? No it isn’t. As recruiters we continua [...]
We all know employees work for money. But what else drives them to choose one workplace over another? What motivates them to remain in a job or move on? As an employer, it’s key to understand why empl [...]
COVID-19 has dramatically changed the workplace landscape, including how jobseekers find work. It’s no secret that unemployment is high, and competition is stiff, but jobs are still being filled, incl [...]
Using a recruiter to help find you a job or make a career change can be a wise move. Professional, experienced recruiters regularly fill some jobs so quickly they don’t need to advertise them. They ca [...]
