Recruitment myths… No one hires in December There is a “hidden” market of “secret” jobs only shared with a few What is true is that I personally don’t advertise. I have a network to look at, an extended network to ask for referrals and then I start headhunting. Am I operating some kind of covert […]
I spent my birthday weekend doing what I love most, riding my motorcycle through the mountains around Brisbane. And there’s nothing that clears your head like a motorbike can. The sound of the engine, the cool air as you climb higher, the sharp focus it takes to read every bend and curve… it’s a mix […]
I’ve been supporting an organisation with some outplacement work which has given rise to reflection and discussion around what constitutes a ‘good’ resume. Concurrently, I’ve been supporting another organisation with screening and shortlisting from advertising they ran for two very different roles. And the difference between resumes in different verticals is enormous. Keep it simple. […]
Productivity is all over the news presently – the Australian government hosted a productivity roundtable last week. Clearly, this is a key issue in Australia impacting us all. In business, we often talk about productivity in terms of output and efficiency. For me, productivity is about effectiveness – how well I use my time, my […]
