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Personal Brand – It’s personal, and it’s your own brand

The need for a personal brand in your field of experience and workplace is well documented and an important investment. Your brand is linked to your reputation and your ability to establish trust to work well with others and be seen as a value add. What is not so well documented are the deep-reaching benefits

Navigating the Corporate World: An International Student’s Perspective

Being an international student can be the most challenging yet rewarding experience you will ever have. I say this because it is not simple to pack your entire life from a familiar and comfortable setting and move into the unknown. However, that is the beauty of life: relocating to a new place helps you grow

5 Important Things to Consider Before Signing a Job Offer

Imagine this, you’ve spent a lot of time searching the internet for job opportunities. You attended a lot of job interviews. And finally, the hiring manager calls and offers you a job. You are about to sign the offer when you receive another call from another hiring manager offering you a job. You feel giddy

New To Town: Tips To Starting In A New Environment

New To Town: Tips To Starting In A New Environment

This is my first blog and if I am being honest, I’ve kind of dreaded doing it. A little insight into my backstory. I never considered the wonderful career of recruitment until about 5 months ago. I graduated with a Bachelor of Law and intended to work in a law firm and eventually practice. I

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The First Month is the Hardest – Top Tips for Surviving a New Role

I won’t lie I am a bit nervous to write this blog because I started at Optimum approximately 1 month, 12 days and maybe 12 hours ago and what a rollercoaster it has been. Every day I feel like I am doing the worst job that could ever be done but also at the same

Career Defining Moments Part 4: The best work of your career

Career Defining Moments Part 4: The best work of your career

Check out the other blogs in this series: Part 1 Stepping Up, Part 2 Saying Yes, Part 3 Pushing Through At the top of your game You’re on fire!  You’ve got the Midas touch and things are humming.  You’re at the top of your game and doing the best work of your career.  Ok, so

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Jacinda Ardern – When The Time Is Right

Some leaders know when it’s their time to move on, have done what they needed to do in their role and sense that it’s time to hand over the reins and let someone else lead. In global politics, those leaders can be counted on one hand! Self-aware leaders acknowledge when they are burning out and

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A Reflection of the first 12 months of Recruitment

As I enter my 12th month and nearing the end of my first year in recruitment, upon reflection, I am filled with a mix of emotions – excitement, challenge, and most importantly, growth. I have learned so much and am grateful for the experiences that have shaped me into the recruiter I am today. Through

7 Tips to help you nail your next job interview

7 Tips to help you nail your next job interview

Going for a job interview can be a nerve-wracking experience, but with the right preparation and mindset, you can make a great impression and increase your chances of landing the job. Here are some tips on how to nail your next job interview: Research the company and the role Before your interview, take the time