How skipping uni can leave you $200k better off
Tossing up whether to go to uni or do an apprenticeship? New research has found a compelling reason to go down a particular path.
Careers
Major shift in what Australians want in a dream job
Young jobseekers say you can’t put a price on a key career outcome that is driving the modern workforce.
Shock call keeping Aussies from working
Some conditions are “still seen as a weakness” by some employers. Here’s how jobseekers can overcome this ill-informed barrier to employment.
‘Money-making’ careers women should pursue
Women should think of male-dominated industries as “money-dominated” and give them a go if they want to take home more pay, experts say. See lucrative sectors.
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Third of bosses want mandatory vaccine
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Kickstart your career with volunteering
Having volunteer experience on your resume can give you an edge in the job market. Hiring experts share the benefits – besides the warm fuzzy feeling of giving back.
Are you ready for the future of work?
The future of work is here and most employees are not prepared. A workplace expert explains how to make yourself future proof.
‘I’m earning really good money driving a truck’
Australians are landing new jobs right now, but experts have some new advice for those looking to make a career switch.
Workers upskilling in mental health
Experts share how workplaces can improve the mental health of staff beyond one-off training sessions and morning teas.
How to choose a referee for your CV
Before listing a referee on their CV, jobseekers should make sure they are going to paint them in a positive light. Careers’ panel of experts share their advice.
When the job doesn’t match the description
How common is it for a new job to be completely different to the role promised in the interview? Careers’ panel of recruitment experts weigh in.
What it’s really like working in aged care
About a million direct care workers are expected to be needed in Australia’s aged care sector by 2050. Could you be one of them?
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