Archive for 'Career Exploration'
Network your way into your dream job …
Posted on by Annemarie Cross.
… by leveraging your circle of influence. Does the thought of ‘active’ networking scare you? If networking is not a major part of your job search plan, then you could potentially be missing out on 70-80% of job opportunities that will never be advertised. Learn how you can begin putting yourself in front of key [...]
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Life after retrenchment: How do I discover my ideal career?
Posted on by Annemarie Cross.
This fortnight’s question comes from Penelope, when she asks: Hi Annemarie After a recent retrenchment (from a job I didn’t really like so it’s great timing really), how do I go about finding out what the ideal career is for me? I have no idea where to start. – Penelope Hi Penelope, I’m sorry to [...]
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Job warning signs: How to tell when it’s time to move on.
Posted on by Annemarie Cross.
There are many reasons why a person can remain stuck in a “not-so-perfect” role, one of which is the inability to notice the warning signs thus preventing them from taking any action. If you have experienced a slight hint of dissatisfaction in your current role or you are not sure whether you are ‘living your [...]
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Workforce Dropouts: a new trend seems to be emerging
Posted on by Annemarie Cross.
A recent article in the International Herald Tribune (US) caught my eye, claiming that a new survey discovered that there is a growing number of men (aged between 30 and 55) who are leaving the workforce because they don’t want to work full time or because they can’t find a position that matched their interests. [...]
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Ensuring the right job fit
Posted on by Annemarie Cross.
The latest edition of HR Magazine claims that March has offered sensational opportunities for both HR and job seekers. If you are considering a career change, you may want to take heed over some of the key factors discussed in the article to avoid becoming a casualty of the ‘bad-fit’ syndrome. In summary, it is [...]
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Are you Living Your Purpose?
Posted on by Annemarie Cross.
It’s unfortunate that many people have a career and are working in a job that does not align with their interests, their dreams, or their passion. In our previous post [27 Feb 06] we identified a Career Checklist. If you have managed to complete the checklist, how did you go? Does your current work reflect [...]
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Career Checklist
Posted on by Annemarie Cross.
As you settle in to a new year at work, now would be a great time to check in on your satisfaction and motivation levels with your current role. It is a well known fact that people who are passionate about their jobs and feeling fulfilled in what they are doing, are far more productive [...]
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Predicted Employment Growth
Posted on by Annemarie Cross.
According to the Australian Department of Education, Science and Training during the next six years or so, the majority of employment growth can be expected across seven industries. These include: – Property and business services – 24.3%- Health and community services – 20.9%- Retail and trade – 20.6%- Construction – 8.4%- Accommodation, cafes and restaurants [...]
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Employability Skills
Posted on by Annemarie Cross.
DEST and ANTA developed the Employability Skills Framework (2001) following extensive liaison with industry on critical generic skills required to facilitate employability across Australian workplaces. Employability skills are crucial in not only assisting you in gaining employment, but also in supporting you in your continued progression within the company in alignment with the organisation’s strategic [...]
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Turning your hobby into a business
Posted on by Annemarie Cross.
It seems that many workers who are seeking methods to earn a living are now turning their hobbies into business endeavours and reaping the benefits of a second income through performing an activity that they are passionate about. If you are considering transforming your passion into a business you may like to check out this [...]

