Top skills, traits employers want right now
Careers’ panel of expert recruiters answer the question: What skills or traits are employers looking for in particular right now?
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Dan ‘not surprised’ by shocking jobs fall
Employment in Victoria has fallen by 36,000 jobs in September, with the federal Treasurer using the latest figures as a call to end Melbourne’s lockdown.
’Be very wary’: How to spot a fake job ad
Looking for work during a pandemic not only means more competition for jobs but also an increased risk of being scammed. These are the red flags to look out for to protect yourself.
Skills in demand in every industry
Making a career change does not always mean going back to study. Transferable skills that are sought after in many industries can open jobseekers up to careers in areas they never thought of before.
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‘How much do you earn?’
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Free lunch over for dodgy colleges
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‘Blow job’ better than blowing whistle
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