Don’t you love those days where you wake up feeling rested and refreshed, power through your day at work, look up at the clock at it’s already the afternoon? Love that feeling when you leave work that you have achieved so much and feel like you really kicked goals today? But then other days when […]
I can tell from an application when the person is rage-applying. If you’ve been in the workforce a while, you know about the rage-apply, and you’ve probably done it yourself – something has happened in a meeting, or a colleague has annoyed you so much that you see red and start randomly applying for whatever […]
2023 has certainly flown, and in what feels like the blink of an eye we are now approaching the end of the year. Melbourne Cup is just around the corner and people’s thoughts are already turning towards Christmas. This is the time of year where in our professional lives it is easy to lose momentum, […]
Christmas is knocking on our door – you arrive at work this morning and “BAM” you have been made redundant! It is not a nice feeling, and it can be a challenging situation, upsetting and it normally is a total shock. So, the big question is – where to from here? In this current world […]
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 corporate world can be a competitive place, but it’s also full of opportunities for those who know how to play the game. As most people are aware, redundancy has become a growing worry for businesses as they face a broad range of challenges including economic uncertainty, technological advancement, and globalization. As we enter the […]
If you are a business leader or people leader/manager there is one thing that will continue to happen. One word that some embrace; some fear; some are immune to, some are tired from it, some are excited by it….one thing is for sure – you can’t stop it! That word is CHANGE. A six letter, […]
A couple of weeks ago, like most workplaces, we here at Optimum Consulting acknowledged RUOK day? A mental health initiative where every second Thursday of September is designated as a day for people and organisations to reflect on their mental health. We were given a presentation by our GM of Consulting, Stephen Cushion and our […]
On Sunday I attended a breathtaking performance by the QLD Symphony Orchestra. It’s a significant experience for me, as Mum and Dad would regularly enjoy these Sunday sessions at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre over the years. Since my Dad passed it’s become a beloved ritual I now enjoy with Mum. In the world of […]
Cast your mind back to your school days… a time when a 30cm ruler, was a daily companion. You used it for drawing straight lines, taking measurements, honing your straight drive (if you dreamt of playing cricket for Australia), and maybe even engaging in epic sword fights with classmates. You probably had several rulers through […]
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