It’s a term we’re all probably familiar with. Research has shown that the more we have of it, the better we perform at work. I asked my colleagues at Quay Appointments what it means for them and flexibility, planning and downtime made the top three. Based on a recent study by the Australian National […]
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The theatre of communication. Communicating with positive purpose requires skill and thoughtful application,this presentation will be an entertaining and informative examination of practical presentation skills and together we will all explore why true engagement and connection matter. The effective rendering of the spoken word can be the difference between winning or losing (more…)
Formatting a CV for success.
The first known CV was created by Leonardo Da Vinci 500 years ago. Since then, things have moved on slightly and it is essential for any job seeker to have a well presented, professional CV. It is your first introduction to potential future employers and as we all know, first impressions count! First things first, the basics. […]
Disruption. Every brand and institution today is facing a perfect storm of technological disruption and market upheaval. As traditional business models and industry structures come under increasing threat, agility and adaptability are more important than ever. The future success and survival of many businesses and organisations will rest on their ability to anticipate, prepare for and even pre-empt change. (more…)
The importance of soft skills in the IT industry.
It’s hard to keep your skills up to date in today’s workforce in general, not just IT, and it is a lifelong task to identify what are the emerging skillsets that will get you ahead of your competition and build a long, rewarding career. In the midst of this turmoil of changes, there are […]
Life in Australia.
G’day mate, hows it going? So, you are finally making the move across the globe – CONGRATULATIONS!!! As exciting as packing your bags and moving your life to the other side of the world is, here are a few things I wish people had told me before I made the move over 2 years ago. […]
How can you make your LinkedIn profile appealing to hiring managers?
How can you make your LinkedIn profile appealing to hiring managers? LinkedIn is a must when looking for job opportunities. There is no doubt about it anymore. Either you are an active or passive candidate, hence why I strongly recommend you make your LinkedIn Profile active. What do I mean by that? […]
What are the benefits and challenges of being on a Working Holidays Visa?
Year after year an increasing amount of working holiday visa holders are coming to Australia to live the dream down under! I hate to break the news but realistically the dream does not become a reality until you can secure employment. Sydney is an expensive place to live with accommodation at an all-time […]
Breaking Bias: How to work with your subconscious to reduce the impact of bias when seeking to hire someone It may be painful to admit, but we are all horribly biased. The reason being they serve us great mental shortcuts saving our brain time, effort and energy, and making it easier for us (more…)
Why Coffee is Good For You and the Different Types of Coffee.
Coffee, dating back to 800 BC in Ethiopia in a province called Kaffa, is the staple of many office workers’ diets. These days we are normally hear what’s not good to consume, why we should cut out certain food groups and what is damaging your temple that is your body. Sound familiar? This time […]