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How to dress for a job interview
You’ve rocked it and landed an interview for your dream job. Now is NOT the time to be complacent. Now is the time to make sure that every next step you take is well thought through. That includes ho [...]
How to write a winning resume
Competition for jobs can be tough—thousands are looking for work. First impressions are therefore critical and that starts with your resume. Did you know that the first 60 seconds will seal your fate [...]
22 most frequently asked interview qs
You’re heading to a job interview because you want to be the one selected for the job, right? Well, the recruitment experts at face2face have pulled together the top 22 questions candidates are frequ [...]
Do you want a dream job in the APS?
Let’s start by busting myths about working in the APS. Many in the private sector are convinced APS positions are cushy positions. Amazing pay. No pressure. Flex time. Here is a list of top tips from [...]
How to interview like a professional
So you did a great job with your resume and secured an interview. Now what? People flounder in interviews when they don’t prepare properly. They lose out on that awesome job. Don’t let this happen to [...]
How to on board a new team member
Wow, you did it. You worked so hard, investing time and resources to find that elusive, talented new employee who has the skills you need and who fits your company’s culture. High five to you. But th [...]
Top tips for when a recruiter calls
The phone rings. You have no idea who it is but when you say hello you realise it’s a recruiter on the other end of the line. How you handle yourself in that moment can make the world of difference t [...]
Wonder what makes a great CEO?
As recruiters we see CEO positions regularly become available. We interview CEOs, support them to smarten up their resumes and prepare them to win that new position. Kate Prior has more than 25 year [...]
Looking for work: Can a recruiter find you on LinkedIn?
How Recruiters find you on LinkedIn? It’s a fact, 90% of all recruiters and HR professionals use LinkedIn to search for candidates. I suggest job hunters should connect with Recruiters to help [...]
Diversity – thinking independently, but together
Strength lies in differences, not in similarities – Diversity When you think about diversity, what comes to mind? Gender, age, cultures, race etc. Diversity is much more than just maintaining [...]
How to light up your IT resume to get noticed.
4 tips to make your resume standout 1. Tailor your resume to the job, include keywords relevant to the position: To grab a recruiter’s attention, provide them with 8-10 powerful bullet points [...]
What is the Digital Marketplace?
“This is an important change in the way [the] government has traditionally done business. It’s a new platform for businesses and government to work together in a creative and flexible way” Angus Ta [...]
Are your hands tied over government security clearances?
If you’re looking to work in or in the Australian Government, whether in the capital or nationally, you need to get your head around the matter of security clearances. It’s important because today [...]
New to interviewing candidates? How to impress them.
You need to impress the candidates as much as they need to impress you, so make sure you are prepared. Here are 12 tips to get it right. You’re not the only one measuring up the talent. Interviews al [...]
How to Interview Well
So you did a great job with your resume and secured an interview. Now what?People flounder in interviews when they don’t prepare properly. They lose out on that awesome job. Don’t let this happen to y [...]
How do you on board a new team member?
Wow, you did it. You worked so hard, investing time and resources to find that elusive, talented new employee who has the skills you need and who fits your company’s culture. High five to you. But [...]
Tips for public service graduates about to start work
Starting a public service grad position? Leave the txt speak at home. Srsly. Via The Canberra Times. [...]
Great places to work: face2face Recruitment
Managing Director Kate Prior shares her secrets to maintaining a vibrant, unique work culture in a very competitive industry. Read the full article on the inner compass website [...]
How to write a fabulous resume
The current job market is highly competitive and there are thousands of people looking for work. This means that the potential employer might spend on average 60 – 90 seconds on an initial scan thr [...]
6 Reasons employees will stay
1. Manager/Supervisor: Employees will quickly leave if they cannot respect their supervisor. They seek managers who will listen. Managers who are positive, provide a clear vision and drive an exc [...]