4 Clever Strategies for job searching during the Pandemic

4 Clever Strategies for job searching during the Pandemic

Looking for work can be a challenging and emotional process at the best of times.  During a pandemic (and subsequent recession), it can often take a lot more effort to secure a role. If you are in a position of looking for work, here are some strategies that may help: Be Visible Thanks to networks…

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White lies in your Resume – are they worth it?

White lies in your Resume – are they worth it?

Are white lies ever worth it when securing a job?  A recent landmark case in Australia has resulted in a 25 month jail term with a minimum 12 month non-parole period for a woman who was proven to have lied on her Resume and falsified references. Veronica Hilda Therialt was convicted in December 2019 of…

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The recruitment trends to watch out for in 2020

The recruitment trends to watch out for in 2020

What are the recruitment trends that will impact your business in 2020?  A successful recruitment strategy is focused on securing top talent in a competitive landscape.  The open labour market in 2020 will be distinct from others because it’s the first time in modern history that there will be 5 generations working alongside each other. …

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5 reasons teams fail

5 reasons teams fail

We work with many teams from both a recruitment and HR Management perspective.  It’s easy to spot the teams that are succeeding – they have positive relationships, they trust each other and have an innate understanding of the business goals and how their roles contribute to success. The teams that aren’t succeeding… and dare we…

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Top 10 mistakes that people make in job interviews

Top 10 mistakes that people make in job interviews

When it comes to getting a job, often getting to the interview stage is the challenging part. In fact, if you’ve secured an interview, you are in the lucky 2% of job applicants. It makes sense that you want to make the best of the opportunity. In fact, in a survey of 2000 bosses, 33%…

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Breaking down the costs of Labour Hire

Breaking down the costs of Labour Hire

As a Labour Hire Company, we are often asked about how the costs of Labour Hire are calculated. Let’s face it – recruitment can be a costly business. So how do you know if it’s a better financial decision for your business to recruit in-house or have a Labour Hire company manage your temporary staff?…

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How do you pick the right one?  Top tips for effective employee selection

How do you pick the right one? Top tips for effective employee selection

The process of employing new staff members can be long, tedious and expensive – and that’s if you manage to select the right candidate for your business. If you pick a candidate that doesn’t commit to 12 months in your business – or one that stays but doesn’t have the right functional capabilities, engagement or…

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2015 Annual Wage Review

Australian lowest paid workers will be receiving a 2.5 per cent pay rise with the Fair Work Commission announcing a moderate rise to the minimum wage than last year’s 3% increase. The increase only applies to employees that get their pay rates from the national minimum wage, a modern award or in some cases a registered agreement. The new…

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Recruitment Consultant Vs D.I.Y. Recruitment

Recruitment Consultant Vs D.I.Y. Recruitment

Do you need a recruitment consultant or is D.I.Y. Recruitment a realistic option for your business? Will Do-It-Yourself recruitment save you money or cost you money and time? Regardless of which method you choose, before you even start your recruitment process you need to: Know yourself, what you want, and don’t want Know your company…

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Is Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) the answer for more flexible recruitment services?

The landscape of recruitment has changed significantly. The market is calling for more flexible and tailored solutions and more and more businesses are looking for tailored approach, that’s where RPO comes in said Wayne Fleming, the CEO of Flexi Personnel, an integrated recruitment services provider in Melbourne’s West. You only pay for the recruitment services that…

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