Studies show that Australians work longer hours than all other OECD nations and do not use their full annual leave entitlement. Signs of obvious workplace stress include headaches, increased anxiety, high blood pressure, depression, increased drinking and reduced work performance and productivity. … Read more about Stress in the Workplace
Seven Time Management Tips to Keep you Ahead of your Workload
There is no doubt that stress starts to play a role when our busy schedules get on top of us. Effective time management can help you keep on top of your workload and keep the stress at bay. Here are seven of our top tips for time management... To Do Lists – Don’t avoid the ugly tasks Do the work … Read more about Seven Time Management Tips to Keep you Ahead of your Workload
Email Etiquette (Netiquette) – the Dos and Dont’s
Early this week, Channel 7 did an interview with an analyst for Macquarie Private Wealth and David Kiely, was filmed in the background looking at emailed pictures of Victoria Secret model Miranda Kerr. The banker is now in ‘discussions’ with Macquarie executives to discuss his future. With the … Read more about Email Etiquette (Netiquette) – the Dos and Dont’s
How To Fall Back in Love With Your Job
At first you were excited about your job but the honeymoon period has well and truly ended and disillusionment and resentment has started to settle in. Before you know it, you’re starting to look at career websites and flirting with the idea of moving on and finding another job you think you can … Read more about How To Fall Back in Love With Your Job
Five Tips to Find a New Year Job
The New Year is often a time of reflection and there are traditionally a lot of resignations in early months of the year as people revaluate their career goals, change their careers or go travelling. Here are five tips to find a job in the New Year. Get job ready Make sure that your resume is … Read more about Five Tips to Find a New Year Job
How to Make a Good First Impression at Work
The first impression you make at a company is often a lasting impression so make sure you impress your colleagues from day one. Follow this career advice to endear you to your colleagues, fit into the workplace culture and build a good rapport with your managers. Be on time Make sure you have … Read more about How to Make a Good First Impression at Work
Thinking Outside the Cubicle to Find a Job
As the job market becomes more competitive, you need to think outside the cubicle, be proactive and think of creative ways to job search and secure a job interview. Here are five different ways to get your resume noticed. Sending out unsolicited resumes Sending out resumes to companies of your … Read more about Thinking Outside the Cubicle to Find a Job
Ways to Outwit the Office Bully
Workplace bullying is still rife in Australian workplaces, a recent Drake International survey of over 800 Australia-wide employees has revealed. More than 50% of survey respondents had witnessed office bullying and over 25% had been a target of bullying at work themselves. Here are five strategies … Read more about Ways to Outwit the Office Bully