Filtering the valuable from the noise, a valuable leadership skill. Most of us recognise how crucial our digestive system is for maintaining good health. You just need to do a quick search on ‘gut health’ to see how important it is to overall health. But have you ever considered the need for a similar system […]
How to Ace Your Interview and Secure a Job in the Australian Mining Industry The Australian mining industry is one of the largest and most lucrative in the world, offering numerous opportunities for those with the right experience and skillset. If you’re looking to land a mining job in Australia, your interview is your golden […]
As we begin 2025, some of you may have started a new job. It’s a fresh start, and with that comes new challenges and opportunities. For me, after two years of recruiting in the blue-collar sector, I took the leap and joined Optimum in October 2024 to focus on white-collar recruitment. Even though I had […]
The popularity of high-potential (HIPO) employee programs across organisations continues to rise and there’s a number of reasons why. Such programs are designed to address a common company challenge across many organisations, which is cultivating promising future leaders. Too often organisations invest in current leaders offering them leadership training and development programs, but forget about […]
The importance for being prepared for online interviews Welcome to 2025 and can I say that more than ever the importance of being prepared for any interview is critical. Gone are the days where candidates are dominating the market (well maybe in some arenas) but generally speaking, clients are now getting shortlists and can […]
The Key to Unlocking Top Talent in Construction: Why It’s About More Than Just Skills When it comes to recruiting in construction, technical skills are a must—but they’re just the beginning. Sure, you need skilled labourers, experienced engineers, and knowledgeable project managers. But let’s face it, no one wants a “skills-only” worker. What really makes […]
Reflecting On My Career as an Accounting Recruiter – 28.10.24 In 1998, I graduated from QUT with a Bachelor of Business – Accounting. I was fortunate enough to get my first Graduate Accounting role soon after, which I loved and stayed there for the next few years. This was such a great company, and all […]
Mastering the “What are your weakness?” Question: Turn it into a winning moment. “What are your weaknesses?” This question is often uncomfortable but common in interviews. To answer it effectively, be honest and self-aware without undermining your candidacy. Focus on a genuine weakness that isn’t a core job skill, explain how you recognized it, share […]
