The competition for good jobs is tough; and with many excellent applicants competing for a limited number of good jobs, it’s important to do everything you can to stand out from your competition. An easy way to build your brand An easy way to build your brand
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In September 2011, there were almost 6.0 million people, or a third (33%) of all Australians aged 15 years and over not in the labour force, according to a report released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics on 22 March. In a promising sign for the economy,
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In a win for work-life balance, the popularity of the 9-5 desk job is diminishing, with a survey suggesting Australia is leading the world in freelance and part-time work, reports <em><a href=”http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/”>The Daily Telegraph</a></em>. Australian workers are also more mobile than the global average, with 70 per
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In today’s competitive job market, you might have an outstanding résumé, but unless it catches the employer’s attention, it is unlikely that you will obtain an interview. That’s where a well written application letter can make all the difference. To develop a strong application letter, you must
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Taking part in a face-to-face or telephone interview is an exciting, but daunting, thought for most job applicants. Attending an interview can be even more stressful for people who are newly arrived in a country, or those for whom the national language is not their mother tongue.
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10,000 Australian employers who employ people aged over 50 will receive a $1,000 payment from the government, under a new initiative. The ”Jobs Bonus” will be announced today by the federal government as part of its response to a report, The Economic Potential of Senior Australians. The
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Because recruiters spend on average ten seconds or less to decide whether to reject your résumé or read on, the last thing you want to do is waste any of those seconds with information they find of no interest, or worse, off-putting.
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In the happy afterglow of accepting a glossy new job, it’s not unusual for people to psychologically move on from their current employer during their period of notice. They use up their accrued sick leave, come in to work late, leave early, take long lunch hours and
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Answering interview questions effectively is a crucial part of the jobsearch process. With a little advance preparation and practice, you can address the most difficult questions professionally and give yourself a strong advantage over applicants who walk into an interview unprepared Remember – if you’ve been invited
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Have you ever thought of serving on a board? You might have your sights firmly set on a full-time career as a non-executive director, or perhaps to contribute to your community by serving on a non-profit board. You might be looking to gain professional experience you can’t
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