I don’t think there are many who’d disagree 2020 was a particularly challenging year, including professionally. The COVID-19 pandemic has influenced many to reflect and rethink their life priorities. And the unprecedented opportunities to work from home – thanks to COVID lockdowns – has no doubt been a trying shift for some. Although another spin […]
As I discussed in a recent blog about job interview preparedness, there’s value in researching and preparing for potential interview questions. There are a range of standard questions that are likely to be asked by the interviewer (e.g. Why do you want to work here?), so spend time identifying, interpreting and considering responses to them. […]
While most roles have necessary technical or hard skills, it’s often the showcasing of your complementary soft skills that will set you apart from other job candidates. Also described as your character traits and/or your interpersonal skills or attitudes, they highlight your ability to work well (e.g. time management and problem solving), including with others […]
In addition to ensuring ATS compliance across your resume and other career documentation, there are other key factors that should be considered. In line with the old saying that ‘slow and steady wins the race’, it’s really important to take your time with each job application. Make sure you address any instructions or specifications. In […]
While a creatively formatted, one-job-fits-all resume may look good and save time, it’s essential to factor into your job seeking process that many recruiters now apply ATS (applicant tracking systems). If you’re submitting your resume, cover letter and other relevant career documentation to various recruiters over the internet, you need to ensure you’re making it […]
So you made it to interview stage for your dream role. Woohoo! You’ve had that personal-brand-selling discussion, and you’re now anticipating how you went. Waiting on the recruiter’s post-interview email or phone call can feel a bit like competing in a long, slow marathon. “Diligent follow-up and follow-through will set you apart from the crowd […]
Social Media Perth recently highlighted LinkedIn as the most popular social media platform among Fortune 500 companies. It’s also commonly reported that most recruiters will seek out candidates on LinkedIn, either via their own searches or when reviewing applications. If you’re not on LinkedIn, and if you don’t optimise your presence on this platform, you’re […]
The loss of a job can no doubt be a tense and worrying time. As can be the thought of competing in a competitive and saturated market. But whatever the reason for being a job-seeker, it’s important to slow down, fully consider and attentively monitor your corresponding activities. Taking the time to reassess and possibly […]
There’s been some talk recently about wage subsidies and other employment incentives primarily focused on the younger employee. So a good time to remind our older workforce members, particularly jobseekers, that they also offer many workplace benefits. It was recently reported by the Australian Institute of Health & Welfare (AIHW) that “Australians are increasingly working […]
Following on from my recent blog about the importance of achievement based career documentation (resume, LinkedIn profile, etc.), be sure to showcase those that will be of particular benefit to prospective employers. This may mean adapting your existing job achievement lists to better suit the role you’re applying for (keywords, etc.), or to come up […]
