Why job seekers should ask companies for references
More Aussies are asking would-be employers to provide references as evidence they are good to work for. Here’s how to do it without jeopardising your chances of winning a job.
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Not getting a pay rise? Ask your boss for these perks
Aussie workers fed up with the state of their salaries are saving thousands of dollars a year, or earning better working conditions by negotiating non-monetary forms of compensation.
The death of working 9-5: Aussies forced to take on two jobs
Aussies are increasingly clocking up 80 hour weeks, working multiple full time jobs just to make ends meet. But experts say anyone doing this needs to be careful.
Warning for Aussies starting their own business
Aussies looking to be their own bosses are being warned to avoid these costly mistakes if they want to succeed. See what experts say.
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‘Just ask them’: Dylan Alcott’s plea to Aussies
Australians with a disability are under pressure to make sacrifices that could be avoided by these changes. See what your workplace can do.
‘Excellent way’ Aussies can boost their salaries
Aussie workers are missing out on higher pay packets because of simple mistakes. This is how you can boost your salary.
Six-figure salary young Aussies ‘need’ to earn
A big paycheck and impressive job title have become increasingly important to young Aussies. Here’s how experts think they can achieve these bold goals.
Job skills in demand sees pay rise for Aussies
Pay rises are being offered to Aussie workers with a particular set of skills that have become increasingly in demand. See if you’re eligible.
The new way to keep Aussie workers from quitting
Companies are rolling out a number of new perks, including special paid time off dubbed “grandternity leave”, in a bid to keep a group of Australians in the workforce. See how you can use it.
Australia’s 20 most in-demand jobs revealed
Most of the nation’s most in-demand occupations require only vocational training, sparking calls for more people to consider choosing TAFE over uni.
‘Alarming’ new gender pay gap figures
Many Aussie companies will soon have to publish their gender pay gap – but there are fears cost of living pressures will keep women in jobs with significant wage inequality.
Revealed: Australia’s highest-paying side hustles
Australians with ‘side hustles’ are raking in an average of $21,400 a year amid the pressure of rising costs. See which tasks are in-demand and give the best return.
The workers set to benefit from skills shortages
In-demand workers in certain industries are set to take advantage of Australia’s impending skills recession to secure huge pay increases. See the list.
Compelling reason to keep working remotely
Australia’s “anywhere workers” are reporting higher incomes, with some reporting that staying away from the office has allowed them to buy a home.
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