When you’re not looking for a job, it can be easy to ignore your LinkedIn profile. Sure, you add people you meet at networking events as contacts and accept requests as they come in, but everything else? Eh, you’ll get to it when you need to.   While we definitely don’t recommend this approach…

When it comes to the job interview, preparation is key. Going into one without a solid plan can mean struggling to answer questions, missing information about the company or just generally facing more stress than you’d ever have to otherwise. Most people know how to prepare for an interview at a basic level, but if…

Until an employer meets you in person, your CV is the sole representation of your career and potential fit within their organisation. It can either make or break your chances of making the shortlist and landing that all-important interview. Think of it as your career highlight reel, showcasing your skills, background and qualifications in a…

Resigning from a job can be a challenging and uncomfortable experience, particularly as it’s not something most of us do regularly. Because of this many people are unsure how to best approach this process. Though you might wish you could slip quietly out the back door without anyone noticing, it’s important for both your reputation…

With the building sector continuing to benefit from a surge in project values, Victoria’s market is currently showcasing a range of new developments in excess of $100m. The combination of these project values and an increased number of projects, along with the flexibility that contract workers offer, has boosted the demand for contractors across Melbourne…

Contrary to popular belief, sending your resume out to every organisation and every recruiter will not get you hired any faster- if anything it can hinder your efforts and cause your job search to be longer. One of the most unused tactics Candidates should be utilising more to land their dream job faster is to…

Last November you finally had a sudden rush and relief when you finished your last exam, December was even better as you nervously found out that you passed all your classes and you have finally graduated congratulations! Like most of us you have probably spent the summer with your feet up at the beach overdosing…

Do you have a SEEK Profile? If you are open to moving jobs and you don’t, you should! SEEK Profile is a great way to get noticed by Recruiters and Hiring Managers without having to apply for a million jobs. Recruiters and Hiring Managers can log in and view your profile and determine if you…

You’re newly active and looking for that perfect new job. Maybe you just came back from travelling, or maternity leave, maybe like most of the UK you’ve moved to Australia to start a new life in the sun. Or maybe, like many others, you got sick of the daily politics and decided you are better…

Did you know many roles great recruiters work roles that are not extensively advertised? The reason being, a great recruiter, will go out into the market and search for the right candidate, not just wait for someone to come to them. In saying that, this does not mean you as a candidate if you are…