At Inspire HQ, we are big on supporting and giving back to the community in which we operate. We love to share our knowledge and contribute to building a better Ballarat and regional Victoria for everyone. You’ll often find our team members volunteering in the local community, as our team is made up of Ballarat […]
Why you should consider talking to a recruitment agency
We regularly receive feedback from candidates we work with that they weren’t aware of how a recruitment agency could assist them with their job search. Many years ago, when I was looking to make a career change for myself, I too didn’t realise the role of a recruitment agency in helping me with my job […]
What the heck is a four-day Working Week?
As a millennial in 2022 contemplating what I want for the future of my career, what work/life balance looks like for me and what I value in my life in general my thoughts often drift to the Four-Day Work Week. This model, in particular, seems to be the topic of many of my conversations these […]
What to wear?
Two years ago, when COVID-19 hit, business attire went out the window. For many when working from home, it was dress for the screen (business wear up top and casual wear down below) which then became more casual the longer we endured hard lockdowns. Comfort became the main focus. With more businesses now back in […]
Employee Engagement: The Value of Connection
The number one question I am constantly asked in this talent short market is “what can I do and what are other businesses doing to engage employees to help with retaining them?” The talent short market is making us all take a good hard look at what we offer from an employee experience perspective, what […]
National Safe Work Month 2022
October is National Safe Work Month—a time to commit to building a safe and healthy workplace. Being healthy and safe means being free from physical and psychological harm. A safe and healthy workplace benefits everyone. This is why, during October each year, Safe Work Australia asks businesses, employers and workers across Australia to join National […]
How important is Onboarding?
According to a survey by BambooHR, a startling 31% of new hires look for a new job in the first six months and on average companies lose 1 in 6 of their new employees each month for the first three months. Businesses cannot afford to not give more thought and attention to how they introduce […]
What is the science behind motivation?
Motivation affects so many aspects of our lives, whether you want to accomplish a task, get promoted at work or improve your fitness; sticking to your goal isn’t always easy. So, what is motivation? Essentially, motivation is the need or desire to do something. Whether that need is biological, social or emotional, and whether that […]
How to Combat Quiet Quitting
‘Quiet quitting’ is the new trend gracing our news feeds, social media platforms and has been the hot topic of conversation in recent weeks. Quiet quitting gained momentum on TikTok in a video posted in July and is the term used to describe when an employee does the bare minimum of what they are paid […]
R U OK? Day 2022
R U OK? Day – Thursday 8th September 2022 Today is our national day of action when we remind Australians that every day is the day to ask, “are you OK?” In its 13th year, R U OK? Day is now a national movement that encourages and empowers us all to connect with the people […]