Tag Archives: career

Take control of your career in 2018

  Career success is an achievable goal.  What are you waiting for? While the Oxford dictionary defines a career as “an occupation undertaken for a significant period of a person’s life and with opportunities for progress” we all know that things aren’t that straightforward and simple! Rather than an effortless task, effective career planning and […]

Ten Tips for Networking For Career Success

Effective networking takes more than juggling a plate and a drink in one hand and making awkward small talk. To gain the most from our networking efforts, we need to ensure we gain what we need to from each interaction, whether it is a one-on-one meeting or group event. The key is to have a […]

Getting in on the gig economy

Working in the gig economy – the freelance labour market defined by short term or contract employment – is no longer just the realm of those wearing jeans and t-shirts to work. In 2014, it was estimated that 3.7 million Australians (approximately 30 percent of our workforce) contribute $51 billion to the economy annually, making it more than an alternative avenue for one’s career, but an integral arm of Australian productivity.