Article from Smart Company Website and can be accessed here Wednesday, 18 April 2012 10:44 Patrick Stafford Businesses have been encouraged to find ways older workers can bring experience and value to their teams after the Government introduced a new $1,000 bonus for companies that hire workers over the age of 50. The move comes […]
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Phone Interviews: Preparation
Phone interviews are often used to screen candidates in order to narrow the pool of applicants who will be invited for an interview. You never know when a recruiter might call and ask if you have a few minutes to talk. Here are some tips to prepare yourself and sound your best over the phone. […]
Top 10 Things Students Can Do To Get An Internship!
Finding an internship can be difficult. Interviews and providing portfolios can be daunting. However we have found some tips to jump start your way towards getting on your career path! #1 Get on LinkedIn, develop a network, and find advocates at the companies where you want to work. #2 Build relationships, not just social profiles. […]
Quay Appointments’ HR Forum
With the economy picking up and employees feeling more confident with job prospects, what are organisations doing to ensure potential employees are attracted to your brand? Are they keeping their staff are engaged? Do they want to continue working for you? Find out more at our 3rd HR Forum! Corporate Branding, Attracting & Retaining Good Staff Facilitators: […]
Look First Class on an Economy Budget
Our featured video this week by Elena Reed explores how to dress yourself in the best way possible! Visit our YouTube channel for more videos by Elena Reed [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1aB0aWt5oco] [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hLcmv6OFHw8]
The Importance of Being A Leader
Over the years Quay Appointments have interviewed and successfully placed numerous candidates. Many of whom were managers or leaders at the time and many more subsequently becoming one. Hence when we came across this article from Recruitment Extra, we knew we just had to bring it to you. Leadership is the art of understanding the […]
Colour!
Looking sharp and presentable is important when attending an interview, however the subtleties of colour in your attire is also fundemental. Studies have shown that colors do trigger subconscious responses in humans so when entering for an interview, limit the use of colours as they can define you before you enter the interview Black represents […]
What does your Handshake say about you?
You don’t realise how much you communicate through a simple handshake. The Fail-Safe Connect the web between your index finger and thumb firmly with the other person’s and pump two or three times. This is confident and always appropriate. The Rubber Glove While shaking hands, cover the other person’s hand with your left hand. A […]
What Do You Sound Like Over The Phone?
Phone calls are an essential part of everyday work structure. You receive calls from important clients who have never met you before, and through the call, they are forming their own conclusion about you. Although we are all familiar with the nature of phone calls, we are unaware of the influence that our posture, tone […]
How do I manage luncheon interviews?
Corporate lunches have been in existence for years and now a new trend is emerging in Sydney, ‘luncheon interviews’. From PA to management roles, it’s not only great time saver but also an opportunity to evaluate a candidate’s skills in a social environment. Dining with a prospective employee allows employers review your interpersonal skills in […]