Four word CV that led to full-time work
Jasmyn Maddern lost a job on her first day due to COVID. In need of work, she ditched the fluff in resumes and “cut to the chase” – to stunning effect.
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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?
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.
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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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How not to turn up for job interviews
IT’S NOT good form to turn up to a job interview in dirty clothes. But one Sydney business owner has been slammed on facebook for giving some well-meaning advice.
Jobseeker excuses getting worse
FROM “the dog ate my iPhone” to “I was giving birth”, these are jobseekers’ weirdest excuses for missing appointments.
Ellen Pao’s extraordinary swipe at trolls
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Donald Trump’s absurd yearly salary
HOLD on to your hairpiece. Donald Trump has just released documents revealing his personal fortune, and the amount he earns is staggering.
Workaholics are happier than you
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