Blogs

See below for our latest insights.

Prepare for the Long Haul: Advice for Job Hunting During COVID-19

In the current climate, it could take time – perhaps a year or more – for you to find the right job, so it’s important to be ready for this.  It is hard to find definitive data on how long it takes to get a job if you are unemployed. What we can be certain…

A 1600% Increase in Job Applications: Hiring During COVID-19

There will be more unqualified candidates in the market than you have ever seen. If you think you get a lot of time-wasting applications now, get ready for that to increase exponentially. Beware of the cost involved in the extra work here – this is where the support of a specialist recruiter will be invaluable. So, let’s…

Is Your CV Job Search Ready?

Finding a job can be tough at the best of times, but with the current climate creating even greater competition for roles, standing out from the crowd has never been more important. So, is your CV in top shape, or is it in need of a major overhaul? Take our test to find out whether…

Finding a Needle in a Haystack: Hiring During COVID-19

  COVID-19 has transformed the way we live and work with unprecedented speed. Whilst no-one can truly predict the long-term impact this will have on the job market, one thing that’s clear is that we are about to enter a high unemployment environment, with an unemployment rate of about 10% predicted for both Australia and…

Getting a Job… is a Job! Advice for Job Hunting During COVID-19

When will lockdown finish? When will our communities get back to work? When can I go to the pub, the shops and travel – and what does the “road back” really look like? These are all questions that no one has the answers to; yes, there is plenty of speculation, but no-one can tell us…

How to Run a Successful Retail Interview

With so much attention paid to candidate quality, many employers fail to focus on the ingredients of a successful interview. Your retail candidates are only as good as your retail candidate assessment. If your interview process is rushed or sketchy, you may inadvertently be passing over the best candidates to your rivals. Remember that interviews…