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A curious mindset
Throughout my career as a career counsellor, I have been privileged to assist thousands of people from all walks of life, backgrounds and occupations.
... read moreJob search structure
Every successful job search will have a structure. It is not a meandering journey, it is a focused and systematic set of actions that obviously have a beginning and an end…it is what happens in between that is paramount.
... read moreExpand your career potential
Irrespective of your life or career stage recognising your career potential can be limited by your view of the world and lack of understanding of the broad range of jobs and industry sectors across the employment market.
... read moreA Primary Resource During the Job Search is People
One of the most precious resources during a job search is people.
... read moreBreak-through job search strategy
In any market, the seller and buyer are brought together by mutual interest and the benefit they can be to each other.
... read moreTackling a job search
Starting a job search can be daunting...it is now very different in the third decade of the 21st century.
... read moreDrafting your job application
The following suggestions may be helpful in preparing a job application in response to an advertisement (online or otherwise).
... read moreRobots on the march
The robots are coming to a workplace near you VERY SOON!
... read moreYour Career Plan
How is your career plan progressing?
... read moreJob searching can be difficult
Job searching can be a difficult, lengthy and frustrating business
... read moreMaking your mind your friend - disarm your self-sabotages
Self-sabotages take the form of your inner dialogue with yourself. How you see things – the stories you create in your mind - determine your experience of life.
... read moreIf you want to get lucky - take action
"Nothing will be attempted if all possible objections must first be overcome."
Samuel Johnson
... read moreThink about the big picture – not just a job!
The gap between the winners and losers on many levels in this game we call the “global economy” is increasing.
... read moreWork closely with your referees
Good referees are very valuable.
... read moreThe SIX DON'TS of a job search
A job search is about total commitment and a laser focus...anything else is simply not enough.
... read moreI have seen the future and it's scary
The world is entering a period of profound change unlike any other over the last 250 years, and in particular the way we work.
... read moreJoin a professional association
A group of people with similar qualifications, industry or sector background and career aspirations.
... read moreMigrant job candidates are often disadvantaged
Migrant job candidates are often disadvantaged!
The above statement may not be news to many, however, it does have profound implications for the Australian economy and social fabric.
... read moreInterview preparation basics
Preparing for an interview is like running in a marathon...you would not even think about entering unless you had done the necessary training!
... read moreNavigate your career
Where is your career going?
Don't let it founder...
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