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The Typical Australian Workplace Culture
If you are a newcomer to Australia, then below is a list of characteristics that generally defines a typical Australian workplace culture. The list is not exhaustive and not all workplaces or Australian’s will reflect these values. However the list will give you...
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My top 3 tips for telephone interviews
What are the top three tips you would provide your client for handling the telephone interview? Why? TIP ONE Be as prepared as you can for telephone interviews and make sure there are no distractions. Have a file of jobs that you have...
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Stop these habits – they are killing your career
Stop worshiping the job board Job Boards are the worst invention ever for job seekers. No matter how many times I tell my clients that job boards are the least effective way to progress their career, job seekers continue to flock to them,...
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Why looking for a new career over the holidays can be so lucrative
Christmas is coming – so many jobseekers wind down their job search. But in my opinion, you should be winding up your efforts, not winding down. Why? Less Competition My inbox goes crazy in November and again from mid-January through to April. Why?
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Fast Track Career Success with Informational Interviews
If you don’t know what an informational interview is, then it is simply a way in which you conduct a very informal interviews with people in the ‘know’, that can help progress your career and future. Or putting it another way, it is...
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The 5 best tips for older job seekers
Age discrimination is illegal, but there is a still an age bias by employers. Many employers will often vote for youth over maturity, with some employers believing that older workers are less productive and are rigid and inflexible. If you are over 50,...
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The pros and cons of using Twitter
Recruiters actively look for talent via Twitter. But Twitter is not for everyone, so in this article, I’m going to be covering the pros and cons of using Twitter as a job seeker. From this, you can decide for yourself whether Twitter is...
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6 Strategies to deal with a difficult boss
Managing a difficult boss, can make life hell and can be a very upsetting and devastating experience. Remember your feelings are completely natural and can range from depression, low self-esteem, stress, anxiety, through to a loss of confidence at work. Difficult bosses or...
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Those critical soft skills that are key to job search security and promotion
During tough economic times many employees are seeking to take control, by protecting their job. During the boom times, employees seek ways to gain a promotion or a better job. What both scenarios have in common, is whether you are seeking a promotion...
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