Navigating Australia’s Job Market Trends for 2025

Navigating Australia’s Job Market Trends for 2025

As 2025 approaches, Australia’s job market is set to be impacted by a number of key trends. Factors such as changes in the global economy, leadership changes (like we have recently witnessed with the US election), shifting Jobseeker expectations, and technological innovation all impact the jobs market. We have unpacked some of the key trends…

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How To Pivot Your Career Midway

How To Pivot Your Career Midway

Many Australians are reconsidering their career paths, especially those who are well into their professional journey. Whether driven by a desire for work-life balance, the need for greater job satisfaction, or maybe just seeking something new; making a mid-career change is increasingly common. Here’s how to get started on making a successful transition without sacrificing…

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How Employers Benefit From Working With Recruitment Agencies

How Employers Benefit From Working With Recruitment Agencies

Employers face the dual challenge of finding the right talent while navigating tight timelines, limited budgets, and changing business needs. Partnering with a recruitment agency can be a game-changer, offering a range of  benefits to streamline and enhance the hiring process. Whether you’re a small, medium or large company – recruitment agencies provide critical support…

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How To Avoid Bad Hiring Decisions

How To Avoid Bad Hiring Decisions

Hiring the right talent is absolutely essential for the success of any organisation. A poor hiring decision can be costly, not just in terms of finances but also in terms of team culture and overall productivity. According to Karen Leal, a leading voice on recruitment, “A bad hire can set a company back months and…

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What are the jobs of the future and how do we prepare for them?

What are the jobs of the future and how do we prepare for them?

The future of work is fuelled by technology, globalisation, and changes in society. It’s clear that the jobs of the future will require new skills, innovative thinking, and a proactive approach from both employers and job seekers. Here are some ideas on how to prepare now for them: Considerations for Employers – Upskilling & Reskilling…

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How to get hired in 2024

How to get hired in 2024

Economists warn that landing a job will be tougher over the next few months due to a slowing economy. CreditorWatch chief economist Anneke Thompson noted a significant slowdown in the job market. Recent data shows unemployment rising to a two-year high of 4.1%, with 22,000 jobs lost in January.  If you are in the market…

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How The Cost Of Living Crisis Is Affecting Hiring

How The Cost Of Living Crisis Is Affecting Hiring

The cost of living crisis has been a major concern globally, with budgets straining over rising prices for housing, food, transportation, and other essentials. This economic pressure extends beyond individuals and families – it significantly impacts the labour market and hiring practices across the country. Here are some of the impacts of the rising cost…

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Why Retention is the new Recruitment

Why Retention is the new Recruitment

In the recruitment landscape, there’s a big shift occurring – where the focus is now on retention. Traditionally, businesses poured significant resources into attracting new talent, often neglecting the importance of retaining the valuable employees already within their ranks. However, as businesses wake up to the realities of a competitive job market and the critical…

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Unlocking The Power Of LinkedIn: Expert Tips For Job Seekers

Unlocking The Power Of LinkedIn: Expert Tips For Job Seekers

We spoke with a job seeker recently who hadn’t updated her LinkedIn profile in over 5 years. In a perfect world, we would all be using LinkedIn and it would be an up-to-date record of our career history. But that’s not always the case. If you are actively looking for work, there’s a high chance…

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