The Rise of the Hidden Job Market – Career Development Association of Australia (CDAA) presentation
On the 10th April 2015 I presented on the topic of “The Rise of the Hidden Job Market” at the Career Development Association of Australia annual conference in Perth, Western Australia. … Continue reading
New Year, New Plans
I’m back at my desk after an awesome vacation. We travelled to the US to see family, friends and business associates, and to visit some new places. Our fly/drive itinerary … Continue reading
Don’t be a recruitment zombie! Check references carefully.
A decorative sign I purchased recently for Halloween reminded me of two things: 1) How my teenager looks in the morning when walking from her bedroom to the kitchen. 2) The … Continue reading
Career Management Masterclass
Successful and Happy at Work! – Use your strengths more at work – Love what you do everyday – Get noticed. Educated professionals who are able to use their strengths at … Continue reading
Talent Sourcing an Essential Recruiter Skill – Learn How from Martin and I
Top recruiters have a broad skillset across disciplines including: human resources, psychology, marketing, consulting, management, research, sales, process trouble-shooting, commerce, technology, social media, match making, coaching and sourcing. Proactive sourcing … Continue reading
Presentation to Engineers Australia – 25 June 2014
On Wednesday 25th June I presented to a group of approximately 100 engineers at Engineers Australia in Perth. The topic was “How to Advance Your Career in the New Job … Continue reading
Reduce your risk of a bad hire
During a recent assignment a candidate favoured early in the selection process turned out to be unsuitable. Whilst not a revelation (a recruitment process is supposed to weed out bad hires), what is noteworthy … Continue reading
ATC (Australasian Talent Conference) 2014 – Wrap up
In May I made my annual trip to Sydney for the Australasian Talent Conference. The conference was held near Circular Quay a perfect location to take in Sydney’s amazing views and tap … Continue reading
Career Advancement Masterclass – July 2014
Once upon a time, job search was straight forward. You simply applied to job advertisements. Now, there is a hidden job market and jobs are no longer advertised as … Continue reading
AOG (Australasian Oil and Gas) 2014 – Human Capital Conference – Wrap up
Last month I presented at the Australasian Oil and Gas (AOG) Human Capital Conference on the topic of “Recruiting Mission Critical Talent in 2014”. Here is a copy of my slide … Continue reading
