You didn’t need to be at last week’s RCSA (Recruitment and Consulting Services Association) annual 2016 Conference to know that the world of work is changing…… and at a rapid pace. But by being at the RCSA Conference everyone in the room got a pretty intense insight in to the future of work and what […]
To brand or not to brand?
What does your brand have to do with your recruitment process and how can it impact the success of that recruitment campaign? Well you might be surprised to know your brand and considering whether or not you should use it when you are next recruiting can have a huge impact on the success of your […]
Leadership: Tackling challenges and change in regional communities
In a world that is being disrupted by constant change and the rapid pace that change is occurring at, what worked for last year, last month, last week and even yesterday won’t keep working for us into the future. How does that then impact Leadership in our regional communities? How do the leaders in our […]
4 reasons your new recruit is destined to fail
And it’s your fault not theirs. You’ve run a thorough and intensive recruitment process. You received high quality applications, conducted a number of interviews and appointed a real gem. You can’t wait for them to commence, they are going to be a brilliant addition to your team given their expertise, knowledge and skills. Plus they […]
Sell yourself at Interview without being slick and slimey
A job interview is your opportunity to sell yourself and the skills, qualifications and experience that you have to offer and to demonstrate your suitability for the vacancy. It’s your opportunity to demonstrate why the organisation should select you for the job. I’m often told by job seekers in my interview coaching programs that the […]
Preparation is the key – 5 tips for nailing your job interview
Job interviews are nerve racking and all too often are associated with sweaty hands, stumbling over your words, having mental blanks, being too nervous to look the interview panel in the eye and a racing heart. Sound familiar? Very few people enjoy attending a job interview but if you are looking for a new position, […]
Technology: has it made you a complacent job seeker?
From smart phones to social media, online job boards to electronic applications, the job search process has changed significantly as a result of Technology. But has it had a positive or negative impact? Is technology making us complacent as job seekers? How can you use technology to your advantage when going through the job search […]
Are you being conned by a Professional Resume Writer?
Have you ever considered getting some professional assistance with your resume? As the employment market gets more and more competitive standing out from the crowd with a first class resume is crucial and engaging a professional to help you get your resume perfect is common practice. But how do you know if you are getting […]
Its a competition and you’re not winning – A Case Study
Making the extra effort to stand out from the crowd when you apply for a job really does work. Want proof? Well here it is. At Inspire HQ in May we advertised for an Administration Assistant for a local small business. It was a part time position with flexible hours which meant the hours could […]
Should you really agree to being a referee?
A referee plays a significant and integral role in the recruitment process. Being a referee involves more than what you might think. It involves much more than simply stating you would hire the person again or that they did a great job or that they are awesome. Before you agree to or offer to be […]