End of financial year is fast approaching. Don’t we all love tax time! While accountants are focussing on getting the books in order, it is important for organisations look at their HR practices as these play a critical role in setting the business up for success in the new financial year. What exactly should organisations
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Transferable Skills – Hiring recently migrated talent!
How many times have I heard that organisations want to hire new employees who must have local experience. Well, sadly too many! Personally, I think that it is absolutely OK to consider and hire newly migrated talent, depending on the requirements of the role. While there are roles that sometimes absolutely need to have local
The Importance of Planning for both Recruiters and Job Seekers
If you look back at your success in life, it rarely happens by chance, but rather as the result of intentional actions and good planning. Maybe mum was right when she used to tell me failing to plan is planning to fail before each of my exam blocks at school. Let’s explore why planning is
Mental Wealth: The Key to Successful Recruitment
In today’s fast paced and competitive world, organisations are increasingly realising the importance of mental health in the workplace. As the focus on employee wellbeing grows, it becomes crucial to prioritise mental wealth during the recruitment process. In this blog, we will explore the significance of mental wealth in recruitment and how it can contribute
The Importance of Assessing Cultural Fit
Assessing cultural fit during the hiring process is becoming increasingly important for organisations. It is the number one thing that our clients ask us when we are recruiting on their behalf. Yes, skills are important but if they do not fit their Company Culture it can be downhill from here. By this I mean cultural
How To Find Recruiting Success During The Summer Season
The end of the year can sure have its excitements. It has been a busy year for most and generally this time of the year means a well-earned break, with time to rest, relax and reflect, spending much needed time with family and friends isn’t too far away. For us in the recruitment trade, however,
Different Types of Interview Styles
When going into an interview it can be daunting not knowing what questions they will ask, what energy they will bring, or what style of interview it will be. There are a variety of interview styles that each recruiter/hiring manager will use depending on their own personality, and the specific role. So here is a
The skills shortage certainly remains but could it be fixed this week?
Sadly, I don’t think so (but we’ll get to that). This week is a good week, bringing the much welcomed first day of Spring and the wonderful change in season. Whilst I’m sure it will still be cold in Canberra there will be some heat with Labor’s Jobs and Skills Summit. The two-day event starts on Thursday
Creating Optimum Workplace Performance
All organisations want their teams to be productive by adopting a cycle of success through good habits. The people you employ are your top resource to build your business towards favourable outcomes. While this may look different in the wake of COVID, the right strategies will impact your work performance drumbeat. At Optimum Consulting, we