Rise of the Super Contractor…
Job security used to stand out as one of the most important attributes to an employee but this seems to be changing. The last few years has seen the rise of the super contractor who won’t consider working a permanent job again – but is contracting really the best move...
Could relocating your business away from the city be the best move you make?
Did you know that Brisbane is the third most expensive city in Australia and Asia for short time parking? Did you also know that Brisbane is 10th most expensive city in the world to rent retail space? It should come as no surprise than that more and more companies are...
When are you too sick to go to work?
With the cold and flu season fast approaching, the questions that come with this season is when is someone too sick to go to work? Australian’s as a whole, work hard, and there is no doubt that unless you are on your death bed there is an unspoken rule that you need...
Youngcare Kokoda Trek 2014- Are you up for the challenge
A primitive track stretching 96km through the dense jungle of Papua New Guinea. Facing hot and humid days or torrential downpours it is a tough slog across wild and rugged terrain that won’t just test you, it’ll change you. In August 2014, the Youngcare Kokoda Trek...
The Game Changer
2013 and 2014 have certainly been the years of significant change, including the repositioning of the major players in the construction sector within Australia. We have witnessed long standing reputable contractors get swallowed up in the down turn and many companies...
Preparing for an Interview
Perhaps the most important part of my job is not only finding work for my Candidates but ensuring each candidate is ready when it comes to the interview stage. Here are a few key points to check off to ensure success. Do your homework Make sure you study the company’s...
Are Recruiters worth the money ???
The age old question of should we or shouldn’t we use a professional to find staff for our business? As the sign above states I would suggest the answer to this question should be very easy to answer. Most business owners or managers I see undervalue their time, and...
Are workplace relationships a good idea?
In the last decade people have become more focused on their career, friends and hobbies and unfortunately often relationships have been left on the back burner. This does not mean that people stopped searching for their special someone; it just means that the search...