Writing about ADF Defence skills in a resume
Former ADF members are great assets to any organisation. Find out how you can write about your ADF experience in a resume and stand out from your competition, for all the right reasons.
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Moving job from public service to private sector
If you’re keen to make a career move from a government job to the private sector, what do you need to take into account when contemplating such a change? It helps to weigh up the pros and cons of making the transition, and to be aware of some of the issues you may face in making the move.
Telling people about your redundancy
Many people feel sad, embarrassed or angry about being made redundant. They do not feel comfortable sharing the news, and that they are looking for a new position. There’s also the matter of what to say if you’re asked in a job interview why you left your previous role. What are the best ways of telling people about your redundancy?
Why you need a LinkedIn profile picture
Your LinkedIn profile picture is your opportunity to let people know that you are happy, confident and approachable. If you post a profile photo that portrays you as negative, threatening or grumpy it is unlikely that people will want to employ you.
Guide to Defence to civilian transition
Leaving the ADF can be a daunting prospect. Whether due to the end of a period of service, redundancy or medical discharge, planning a transition well in advance of your discharge will make the change less stressful and ensure you are as well prepared as possible.
Benefits of outplacement for job searching
Why bother with outplacement services? If you’ve got a number of years’ work experience, and have changed jobs during that time, you may think your time is better served shooting off resumes… The choice is yours, but research shows the many benefits of outplacement.
Crazy job titles damage chances of new job
Does being a ‘marketing guru’, ‘beverage consultant’ or ‘software wizard’ when searching for a new job damage your chances? Will employers look beyond your wacky or funny title to appreciate the skills you can bring to their organisation, or will your resume be thrown on the rejects pile?
Coping with job loss
Whether it is voluntary or forced, being shown the door can truly be traumatic. If you’re struggling to cope with the news it’s understandable. The impact and change associated with job loss has been described as similar to bereavement, and like bereavement there is a cycle of grief you may have to endure before feeling positive again.
Fire up your job search after redundancy
There’s really no right or wrong time to start job searching. However, if you’ve been made redundant the option to choose the ideal time to begin has been taken away from you. There is a bright side to this: your new circumstances will mean you have enough time on your hands (and hopefully assistance from an outplacement consultant) to commit to a well-managed, thorough and successful job search.
Why you need to include keywords in your resume
No, that’s not the title of a dodgy sci-fi porn flick. Rather it’s an acknowledgement that computers are commonly used these days to read resumes. And if you want to win an interview for that dream (or even ‘will do for now’) job, you have to make the computer love you more than your competition. How? It’s simple – by crafting a well-written resume that contains the keywords that the computer will be on the look-out for.
How to tell someone their role is redundant
When companies are restructuring, the focus naturally is on those losing their jobs. Yet those tasked with delivering the bad news can suffer too, and often in isolation. Redundancies are about more than change management and correct procedures; there are a lot of feelings involved too, on both sides of the desk.
8 effective and easy job search tips
Looking for a new job can be a time-consuming task. Often it is a tedious process, so who wants to spend longer on it than necessary? The good news is there are lots of small things you can do that typically pay big dividends when it comes to job searching, both online and in real life. And all of them will take just minutes of your valuable time.
How outplacement services helped me find a new job
This week, a number of redundant employees missed out on receiving thousands of dollars’ worth of career help. Their former employer offered them the services of Glide Outplacement as part of their redundancy package, but they decided to go it alone. We spoke to James about how outplacement services helped him find a new job.
Job search tips for parents returning to work
Returning to work after taking a career break to be a parent can be both exciting and overwhelming. Although it won’t be easy to return to paid employment, you’ve developed many skills in your absence that you didn’t have last time you were working!
Don’t miss out on a great job with a bad reference
If you’re job searching, hopefully there will come a time when a potential employer or recruiter will ask for references. And this is when all your good work so far may come undone. You may have a great resume and outstanding interview skills, but if your references are second-rate you risk missing out on your dream job offer.
Executive outplacement programs for senior staff
When it comes to redundancies, those implementing the redundancy process – the executive team members – can also be affected by job loss. As a senior level manager, how can outplacement services assist you?
Using LinkedIn for job search to find your next role
Looking for a new role but not sure how to use LinkedIn for job search? We share some quick and easy ways to get the maximum returns from the world’s most popular professional networking site when you’re job hunting.
Negotiating a higher salary for new job
The idea of negotiating a higher salary makes many job seekers feel uncomfortable; they don’t want to seem rude or greedy asking for a higher salary that what’s offered. But if you don’t ask for a higher salary, the answer will always be no. Salary negotiations are a standard part of the hiring process (even in a tough job market). Here’s some advice on how to negotiate.
How to impress in a new job
In the current business climate, finding a new position can be a long, frustrating and time consuming experience. Once you’ve secured a new role, the requirement to get up to full productivity as quickly as possible has never been more important. Here are six tips to help you settle in to your new role and get up to full productivity as fast as possible:
10 worst things to say in a job interview
There are some things that you should definitely avoid saying during a job interview. The wrong response to a question can reveal flaws in your attitude, insufficient preparation or a lack of interest in the job. This can make an employer think twice about hiring you. Here are 10 examples of the worst things to say, along with tips on what you can say instead to impress the interviewer.
Warning! Signs you may be made redundant (part two)
In tough economic times, many of us worry about how safe our job is. How do you know if there’s a chance you might lose your job? There are many signs your position may be in danger of being made redundant. This week we look at more clues to look out for if you’re worried about redundancies in your workplace, and what to do if you think the writing is on the wall.
Overcome job interview nerves
Job interviews can make even the most confident of us nervous. Some simple techniques, combined with positive thinking, can reduce your stress levels.
Find the right recruitment consultant for your job search
What’s the point of using a recruitment agency when job searching? A capable and credible recruitment consultant can promote your strengths and expertise to potential employers.
Can you joke in a job interview?
Job interviews can often be tense, nervous and sometimes downright frightening affairs. You may be tempted to lighten the atmosphere by telling some well-meaning jokes. Not everyone will share your sense of humour, so is it worth risking your chances?
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