Becoming a Human Resource Strategist
Becoming a Human Resource Strategist In human resources there are all different kinds of roles you can do. You can be a HR Manager, a Human Resources Officer, a consultant or assistant. Every role carries with it its own intricacies and challenges. But once you’ve worked in HR for a…
Security Guard Responsibilities – What Are They?
Security Guard Responsibilities We all know what a security guard is. They are the people in the nice uniforms who help us find things at the large shopping centres or sign us in at corporate buildings or screen our luggage at the airport. We have all seen security guards…
The 7 Learning Styles
The 7 Learning Styles We all know that people learn differently. Some of us thrive in a classroom setting, discussing ideas with our peers and broadening our understanding of the material. Others prefer to read through materials alone, taking their own notes. There are those of us who like to…
6 Tips To Combat Worker Fatigue
6 Tips To Combat Worker Fatigue October is National Safe Work month. This initiative, launched by Safe Work Australia, aims to start conversations about creating a safer workplace through education and discussions. So, let's take a detailed look at worker fatigue. How does it affect the workplace? How can we…
How To Travel Safely On Work Trips
How To Travel Safely On Work Trips October is National Safe Work Month. This initiative was started by Safe Work Australia to get people talking about Work Health and Safety. You can learn more about this initiative here. When we’re working in our offices, work health and safety has already…
6 Skills You’ll Need To Become A Project Officer
6 Skills You'll Need To Become A Project Officer If you’re someone who likes change, and constantly embarking on new challenges then becoming a project officer might be right for you! But what is a project officer? What do they do, where do they work and what kind of skills…
Protecting Your Personal Information
Protecting Your Personal Information Understanding how your personal information is used by the businesses and organisations that you interact with is key to protecting that information. Australian Government agencies and organisations with an annual turnover of more than $3 million must comply with The Privacy Act which contains 13 Australian…
Dealing With Difficult Customers
Dealing With Difficult Customers October is National Safe Work Month. This initiative was started by Safe Work Australia to open up a dialogue about keep the workplace safe. Everything from work health and safety seminars to mental health at work and customer abuse falls under the purview of Safe Work…
Bullying In The Workplace
Bullying In The Workplace October is National Safe Work Month. National Safe Work Month is an initiative started by Safe Work Australia and it runs for the whole month of October. Safe Work Australia started this initiative to try and bring awareness to workplace health and safety issues including mental…
5 Steps To a Safer Workplace
5 Steps To a Safer Workplace October is National Safe Work Month. This is a time for businesses to commit to building a safe and healthy workplace for their staff, free from physical and psychological danger. Safe Work Australia started National Safe Work month as an incentive to get businesses…
Career Paths for IT Graduates
Career Paths for IT Graduates If you have a talent for computer sciences, coding or systems analysis , you were probably guided into a degree in information technology. This generalist degree offers so many career path opportunities. Let’s look at some of the less commonly explored careers for IT graduates.…
Becoming a Human Resources Administrator
Becoming a Human Resources Administrator We have all worked with a HR Administrator at one time or another. You probably work with one now! Human resources administrators are essential to a business. They have a very important role to play in recruitment, training and the morale of the company’s employees.…
Careers for Creative Writing Graduates
Careers for Creative Writing Graduates When you enrolled for your degree in creative writing you probably had lofty ambitions of being a celebrated and sold-out author, doing book signings and travelling the globe for fan conventions, hang on a minute is that Netflix calling to option your book? Unfortunately, even…
6 Skills You’ll Need To Be A Frontline Sales Assistant
6 Skills You'll Need To Be A Frontline Sales Assistant If a workday spent talking to people, talking about something you like and styling merchandise sounds like a dream job then you might make a great frontline sales assistant. We’ve all talked to and bought from frontline sales assistants. They…
Becoming a Project Coordinator
Becoming a Project Coordinator If you’re a motivated go getter, with an eye for detail and a head for big picture thinking then you might make a good project coordinator! But what, exactly, is a project coordinator? Where do they work? What do they do and what kind of skills…
6 Skills You’ll Need To Become a Marketing Manager
6 Skills You'll Need To Become a Marketing Manager Marketing Managers perform a complex role in the company. It’s more than just ordering about the underlings and keeping track of all the activities a company is undertaking for their marketing. They have a lot of competing priorities and a lot…
Everything You Need To Know About Becoming a Junior Personal Assistant
Everything You Need To Know About Becoming a Junior Personal Assistant One of the first office jobs many people will apply for and start out in is that of a junior personal assistant. This kind of job is a great introduction into the business world and puts you in very…
5 Skills You’ll Need To Be a Data Entry Operator
5 Skills You'll Need To Be a Data Entry Operator Data entry operators play an important role in organisations. They are responsible for ensuring all data is correct, keeping records up to date and creating reports that provide insight on different activities within the company. These lightning speed typists are…
Everything You Need To Know About Becoming A Project Team Member
Everything You Need To Know About Becoming A Project Team Member A project team member gets to work in an ever-changing role. They go from place to place with their team creating, innovating and introducing new systems. If you’re someone who tires of a job after a few months, then…
6 Skills You’ll Need To Be a Customer Service Assistant
6 Skills You'll Need To Be a Customer Service Assistant You’ve likely dealt with a customer service assistant in the past week. They are the people who answer your questions, troubleshoot issues you’re having with a company’s product or service and help you find the right solution to your problem.…
Everything You Need To Know About Becoming a Human Resources Assistant
Everything You Need To Know About Becoming a Human Resources Assistant Working in human resources can be a very rewarding experience. You get to work with people and help them to grow into their careers. You can change the company culture for the better, find and train new staff and…
6 Skills You’ll Need To Be a Retail Assistant
6 Skills You'll Need To Be a Retail Assistant Retail is one of the industries we all deal with on a daily basis. Everyone has an opinion on the customer service they receive and are often more than ready to tell people how they could do it better. But being…
Career Paths For Psychology Students When You Don’t Want To Be a Psychologist
Career Paths For Psychology Students When You Don't Want To Be a Psychologist It’s not uncommon to study one thing and end up working in a completely different field. When most of us begin university, we are fresh out of high school, contemplating a huge life decision with very little…
Everything You Need To Know About Becoming a Market Research Assistant
Everything You Need To Know About Becoming a Market Research Assistant When a company is thinking of launching a new product or expanding into a new market, the tireless work of a market research assistant will often be the deciding factor for their roll out plans and budget. If you’ve…
