Aussie workers embrace career reality check
The COVID-19 job market has forced Australians to adjust their career expectations, with many finding occupations appealing that they would never have previously considered.
Careers
The uni students getting jobs before graduation
It’s not guaranteed university students can walk into jobs when they finish their degrees but there are some courses from which graduates are in high demand.
Your work questions answered: are cover letters necessary?
Do jobseekers need to include a cover letter with their resume when sending in their job application? Recruiters reveal the latest advice.
What young workers need to put on their resumes
Not having work experience to list on a CV is not a problem for employers hiring first-time workers. Here’s what they are looking for instead.
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Start at the bottom, work your way up
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The curse of the Speaker’s chair
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From school dunce to millionaire
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Daughters left $27m, with a catch
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Why job hunting sucks more than pulling teeth
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