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​​You've just learned that you didn't get the job you were hoping for after an interview. Now what? Where do you go from here?We all know how bad it feels to be rejected. When trying to find a job, it can be even more daunting. As unfortunate as it may be, rejections are an inevitable part of the job application process and trying to prevent yourself from experiencing them w...

​​A big part of your success is determined by your mindset. The difference between taking on a challenge and getting stuck can mean the difference between succeeding or failing. It is your perspective on your jobs, your failures, and your circumstances that will determine how you develop professionally and personally.It is especially important to adopt a growth mindset wh...

​Congrats on your new hire! But remember, your job is far from over. Following the recruitment of a new employee, the worst thing you can do is neglect the importance of the onboarding process.Onboarding is crucial to the longevity of your new hires as it helps to acclimatise new employees to their roles, and the culture of your company. A thorough onboarding process enga...

You might find yourself in the position where, with your notice in hand, your employer may suddenly realize how valuable you are to the company. And in the effort to keep you, they may offer a raise, promotion, or improved benefits, or some combination of the three. This leaves you in an awkward position.There's no doubt that many job seekers may be tempted by this offer a...

​The past two years were more heavily focused on leadership development than other years in recent history. Over the course of just a few months, leaders learned how to adapt their organisations to a rapidly changing market. They have learned new ways to work and collaborate, and how to make sure their employees do the same, all while working remotely. It also created the op...

​DE&I plays a vital role within a company. Working for an employer that prioritises diversity and inclusion will increase your chances of being part of an innovative, profitable, productive, and future-proofed firm, feeling included at work, having equal advancement opportunities, being promoted on merit alone, receiving equal pay and having overall job satisfaction.Besi...

As inflation starts to impact the rest of the world with rising fuel and food prices, including Australia, another compulsory superannuation contribution increase is set to take place as of the 1st of July 2022. Currently, the superannuation guarantee requires employers to contribute 10%, with this figure set to increase to 10.5% on 1 July 2022, in just a few weeks’ time, fo...

​Companies have been adapting to remote or hybrid work environments since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, recognising the benefits and rate of employee productivity. However, how you continue to select candidates who are aligned to this 'new' way of working will have long-term implications for your organisation's success.When assessing a candidate for hybrid or remo...

​The term ‘employee experience’ has gained popularity in recent years stemming from the concepts of 'user' and 'customer' experience. Experiences of your employees are crucial to the success of your business - they affect everything from productivity to employee retention. Ultimately, improving employee experience helps to improve organisational culture and consequently...

​One of the most stressful aspects of applying for a new job is when it comes time to talk money. More specifically, what you will earn in your new job. Negotiating your salary is a natural part of the employment process and obtaining the salary you deserve is an important component of advancing in your career and keeping you motivated in the long run. Salary is more th...

​When interviewing while still employed elsewhere, one of the first questions you’ll hear is, “why are you leaving your current role?”. It's important to know how to explain this to interviewers in order to present yourself as a highly qualified candidate.Rather than focusing on any negative aspects of your job or company, the best way to answer the question of why you'...

​What can you do to ace your upcoming interview? Being prepared to respond effectively to questions employers typically ask is an essential part of interview preparation.Although you can't predict which interview questions will be asked, you can be fairly certain of a few, even if they come in different forms. Having your answers perfected and even thinking of a few que...

​Many people feel compelled to prove their worth at work, and to show why they're an essential part of the team. If you don't handle this situation correctly, you can quickly become overwhelmed, overworked, and burned out.Here are helpful tips for demonstrating your value at work, and how to avoid burnout in the process:Show your personal commitmentOnce you understand wh...

​In contrast to hard skills, which reflect your experience and knowledge, soft skills suggest your ability to work well with others and advance in the company. They enable you to build relationships and solve problems effectively, allowing you to then maximise your hard skills. Incorporating soft skills into your CV, demonstrating them in an interview, and developing the...

​Despite the challenges, disruptions, and changes of the last two years, we should all be optimistic and hopeful for 2022. Moving ahead after a pandemic, however, can be difficult.In the wake of Covid restrictions lifting, now is a good time to rethink your company's culture. Re-examine your values, your norms, and your systems. Identify the areas you would like to change, i...

​It would be an understatement to say that the pandemic disrupted the workplace. So it's no surprise that our professional lives changed overnight and that many of those changes are here to stay.During the pandemic, we all had time to reflect on our careers, prompting a reassessment of what we wanted from work. Before Covid-19, most employees only dreamed of working from hom...

​In today's world, most of us want to do meaningful work; we want to feel like our jobs are making a difference to other people’s lives and that we are contributing to the greater good. We have to realise that perfect jobs that provide meaning and fulfilment on a 24/7 basis may well be illusory. But it’s important to know that we don’t need to be doctors, saving lives eve...

​Due to the competitive nature of the job market, personal branding has gained huge popularity in recent years. Personal branding plays an important role in both a professional and personal context. The internet and social networking sites have made it essential for anyone who has an online presence to manage and mould their personal brand. After all, this is the first ...

​People change their careers for a variety of reasons, from financial security to the benefits provided. Some people carefully plan out their career progression to reach their long-term goals, others simply focus on the job they currently hold.It takes a combination of acquired skills, including patience and commitment, to reach the top of any career path. To move up the c...

​Though we’ve previously discussed why you shouldn't stop job hunting in December, some people still prefer to search for jobs in January. So, if you’re in the market for a new job and don’t want to start till the New Year, there are some things you should be crossing off your checklist now. Then, come January 1st, when it is time to begin looking for a new job, you wil...