Your work questions answered
What is the worst thing a jobseeker can do in a job interview that can cost them the job? Recruiters reveal big mistakes are common problems.
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How leaders are managing return to work
Offices are reopening across many parts of the country, bringing a second wave of disruption for businesses. Leaders are stepping up to ease workers’ minds amid the continuing pandemic.
Katter fires up over Chinese influence
Maverick Queensland MP Bob Katter has vowed to go after Australia’s universities, saying they are beholden to the Chinese Government.
‘Women-only’ job ad swiftly pulled down
Sydney Trains has raised eyebrows after it advertised a job for “women only”. It has swiftly pulled the ad after questions were raised.
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How to stay happy in your job
Gen Y don’t seem to like staying in one place for too long. Here’s how to soothe those itchy feet and stay in one job long enough to learn where the photocopier is.
The job with the most longevity, literally
IF YOU want to live longer, you should send your resumes here. In this job, men live to 88 years while women clock in 91 years.
This is the best job in the world
WOULDN’T it be great to be able to tell your friends you are a Doctor of chocolate? Some of you may already do, but now you can get the qualifications.
Ridiculous things on real resumes
‘INCREDIBLY entertaining hair’, ‘Jedi Master’ and ‘illegal drug sales’ are all attributes hopefuls have placed on their CVs in order to land a dream job.
Should you skip university?
THE likes of Bill Gates, Mark Zuckerberg and Steve Jobs never finished uni. Is there any point to getting a degree if you have a great business idea now?
Networking tips for introverts
THE idea of networking with a bunch of strangers can send many of us running in fear. But you can still network like a pro if you’re introvert. Here are some easy tips.
Should women be ‘cute’ at work?
IF A woman uses emoticons in her emails and tries to be ‘feminine’ and ‘cute’ at work, is she self-sabotaging her career?
Career lessons from comic geeks
WHAT could comic book geeks in Gandalf and Spock costumes teach you about your career moves? Well, a lot as it turns out.
Brutally honest cover letter lands dream job
EVERYONE embellishes a little on their cover letters right? Not this guy. His brutally honest write-up landed him his dream gig.
Ridiculous jobs that really exist
PROFESSIONAL mermaid, stand-in bridesmaid and pornography historian. Yep, you can really get paid for these jobs.
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