Why you need a career plan right now
A career plan is not something to set and forget. Now is the time to make sure your goals are on track.
Careers
A how-to guide for parents to career counsel their child
Career advisers reveal the best ways parents can tackle career conversations with their children, including what to say when they don’t like their child’s choice.
Seven areas where you can get a job right now
These are the seven industries where job opportunities have increased for those looking to make a career move.
What to look for when choosing an online degree
Studying a course online can be an easy way to get qualified for work. Follow these steps when making your choice.
How much to ask for in a pay rise
If you didn’t get a pay rise last year, can you ask for double this year to make up for that? Recruiters reveal their advice.
Great jobs for dog lovers
You don’t have to be a veterinarian to work with animals – other roles are emerging, and you can get qualified for them in half the time.
How to get the most out of an internship
Making a good impression during an internship or industry placement can be enough to kickstart a career.
How to apply for jobs in 2021
Applying for jobs looks a lot different this year than it did just two years ago. Here’s how to tweak your strategy to get hired.
The best jobs for chronic pain sufferers
Many jobseekers who suffer from chronic pain don’t qualify for the disability support pension, but can’t seem to get work either. Recruiters reveal their advice to get hired.
Employers relax hiring criteria as skills gap grows
Now is the time to apply for jobs that previously seemed out of reach.
The study skills you need to know
Learning these skills will help high school students long after they graduate, not only to get through uni but when they hit the workplace.
The secret to overcoming career challenges
The CEO of Salesforce says there was one thing that stopped her from quitting the industry years ago and is hoping more women follow in her footsteps.
Where to start when on the job hunt
If it’s been a while since you last looked for work, things have probably changed. Recruiters reveal how to go about it.
Overcome career setbacks caused by Covid-19
Remote work, online learning and lockdowns have stifled work opportunities for Gen Z. Experts reveal how to rise above it.
Make your performance review work for you
Here’s how to flip your annual review from being a talkfest by the boss into a conversation that helps your career – and may even lead to a pay rise.
Wanted: 20,000 people to fill Census jobs
The Australian Bureau of Statistics is on a hiring spree to find 20,000 workers for this year’s Census. Here’s where the jobs are.
The quick way to get a degree
If you wish you had a better job, this is the trick to get qualified in not much time at all.
The pain leaving Australians crippled
Working from home at the desk is leaving millions of Aussie workers nearly crippled. Experts explain how to fix it.
How to land your dream graduate role
Competition for graduate positions is fierce, and employers want to hear about more than just your technical skills. Here’s how to nail your application.
Hiring frenzy creates skill shortage
People living in the right areas or with skills in the right fields have their pick of the jobs right now as employers find it difficult to recruit.
How to navigate gender pronouns at work
The inclusive pronoun movement has reached the workplace with employees encouraged to learn the new lingo to show support.
Workers most likely to get a pay rise this year
At least 55 per cent of Aussie employers plan to give their workers a raise of up to 3 per cent this year. Find out if you are on the list.
The tech skills employers want
Employers say they still can’t find workers who have the IT skills they need. This is what to focus on to get a job.
Mistakes that shape a successful career
Some lessons have to be learnt the hard way. Business owner and Vogue Codes speaker Pip Brett shares her top four career mistakes and what she got out of the experience.
What not to bring to a job interview
If you have this with you during your job interview, you may want to reconsider your actions.
Retail job trends in 2021 and beyond
The retail sector was one of only a handful that increased its overall workforce in 2020 – so what can we expect in 2021?
Women flock to trade careers
Men still outnumber women in the trades, but if the rates continue, women are catching up.
How to ‘fake it ’til you make it’
Sometimes a little bit of faking can go a long way at work. #Bosslady Amanda Rose explains.
Jobseekers’ most popular sectors
Jobseekers are particularly active at the beginning of the year – but some sectors attract more applicants than others.
How poor spelling affects careers
Spelling skills are required in every career, whether writing a cover letter or articulating a business idea to a client. Employment expert Amanda Rose shares her insights.
Australia’s top 20 highest and lowest paying jobs
Australia’s highest and lowest-paying jobs have been revealed. Search and see the list and how you can find a six-figure salary.
Where ‘rattled’ Victorians are now fleeing for work
Victorians who are sick of the constant threat of lockdown are leaving in droves. Here’s where they’re going.
The pay packet you should be earning at your age
See what Aussie workers should be earning at different ages, genders and how your state compares. Plus: how to ask for a pay rise.
The jobs that don’t have enough workers
Want to be one of the only applicants in the interview queue? Try looking for work in one of these areas.
Why more young Aussies are changing careers
Millennials are second guessing their career choice, spurred by the challenges presented by the COVID-19 outbreak.
The 25 jobs emerging as the newest ways to make money
These are the jobs that no one had ever heard of 10 years ago that are now employing thousands of Australians.
The skills the health sector “always” wants
Jobseekers who upskill in this key area will be snapped up with more vacancies than there are skilled staff.
How to look good on a video call
Meeting with the boss on a video call and the house is a mess? Here’s how to keep it your secret.
The best ways to get an apprenticeship
Better pay and decent work conditions are two of the big perks for apprentices who choose their employers wisely.
Bullying, discrimination: Workplace claims expected to rise
As workplaces settle into new COVID-normal models, employers and employees could face more legal battles.
What university graduates need to get hired
Recruiters reveal what employers are really looking for when they hire staff straight out of university.
How to avoid annoying your new boss
When applying for jobs, it helps not to tick off the boss. Same goes for once you’re on the job. Here’s how to play it safe and smart.
COVID-19 boost to workplace culture
The pandemic has either encouraged workplaces to come together stronger than ever or forced staff toward burn out. Leaders share tips for ensuring your team is on the right track.
Having trouble finding work? Try these jobs first
Applying for one of the occupations that has the lowest number of applicants for each job vacancy will help you to get hired.
How to get a job when you’re under 18
Many teenagers have struggled to get a part-time job because of COVID-19. Try these tips to get hired.
The fast track to a film and TV career
Here’s how to kick off your career in Australia’s booming film and TV production industry.
5 free online tools to help you find a new career
Need to make a career change but don’t know where to start? Try these quizzes and skills analysis tools that are quick and easy to use.
Secrets to dealing with a workplace narcissist
They might be master manipulators, but there are a number of simple strategies you can use to beat a narcissist at work, writes Amanda Rose.
How uni grads can gain an edge
Should university students focus on getting top marks or workplace experience? Two employers and two recruiters share their views.
Simple things you may be doing wrong on your CV
If you’re not having any luck getting a job after sending in your resume, try these tricks to get noticed.
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