Matters of gender equality are once again a hot topic in Australia. Just last month, high-profile journalist, Lisa Wilkinson left The Today Show, after her request to be paid on par with her colleague, Karl Stefanovic, who was reported to be earning almost double Wilkinson, was rejected by Channel 9. Further, radio host Dave Hughes […]
Recruitment costs are unavoidable, but a good-value recruitment process will not only be efficient, but sustainable. Thus, your budget dedicated to finding your next talent should be spent wisely. When it comes to upgrading to a robust and holistic recruitment strategy, that alleviates unnecessary costs, video interviews are an under appreciated asset in the HR […]
A comprehensive understanding of the role, knowledge of the right key words to attract relevant job seekers, and a creative flair are just some of the qualities required to execute an effective job listing as part your recruitment advertising campaign. However, these qualities don’t sit solely with the HR or Marketing departments. Thus, HR and […]
It’s no news that investing in the health and wellness of your staff carries a number of significant benefits for both employer and employee. From higher productivity, to reduced stress levels, lowered absenteeism and reduced turnover, the benefits of a healthy workforce are boundless. But many business leaders fail to realise there is a key […]
Group Assessment Days (GADs) can be overwhelming for candidates, but they can be just as much a challenge for hiring managers. Observing multiple people at once, across a range of activities for a range of behaviours is no small feat. It takes an organised team of recruiters, hiring managers and supervisors to make sure the […]
Do you receive plenty of applications for your open positions, but still aren’t seeing the right candidates? You’re not alone. In fact, 47% of Australian small businesses struggle to find the right staff for open positions. On average, there are 10 unemployed job seekers for every open position. The problem isn’t that not enough candidates […]
No Tupperware. Company-approved toilet paper only. Black Moleskin diaries to be used – exclusively. Australian skin care brand Aēsop has some very interesting rules governing how employees go about their day. They’ve developed a unique and powerful employer brand that is unrivalled by other players in their industry. But have they gone too far with […]
The recruitment landscape is no longer an even playing field. In certain industries, the tables are turned and it seems you need your next hire more than they need you. An attractive pay slip helps, but it’s not the be all and end all. To secure high demand candidates, your end-to-end recruitment process must […]
Your New (Financial) Year Resolutions By Susanne Mather, Executive Director of Employment Office Group It’s that time of year again. For many of us, the end of the financial year means extra coffees, a little more paperwork and, of course, a party to celebrate! But don’t let the financial year slip by without reviewing your […]
Imagine your boss is leaving their job. They’ve been there 28 years, but you’ve never seen or spoken to them directly. Now imagine you have been asked to contribute towards a surprise leaving present for this boss. A bit out of touch, perhaps? By the way – that leaving present is a sailing boat. Internationally […]
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