The 4 “why”s to make your cover letter awesome Are you applying for lots of jobs but not getting the interviews you want? The problem could well be with your cover letter. It’s often the first impression that a recruitment manager gets of you, so if it doesn’t make a great impression, you’re much less likely to get a chance at an...
Your CV could be stopping you from landing your dream job. Here’s why.On average, employers look at your CV for 6 seconds. And you thought kids had a short attention span! That’s just six seconds in which you need to get across all of the information needed to land yourself an interview and potentially score your dream job.
These are the skills young people will need for the green jobs of the future Making smart decisions today could set up the world’s young people for success in the green jobs of tomorrow. But shaping those decisions can be tricky as many of those future jobs don’t yet exist. Here are six key skill categories that can help you build a successful career in the...
Career Journeys: Emily Whitehouse is rolling up her sleeves to help make the magic happen “Many of us spend so much of our lives at work, so if we can find a role that we are good at, feel passionate about, and we also know our efforts are making a positive difference – there isn’t anything better than that.” This story is from Emily Whitehouse who found her role...
The inside story: how to get a job at Mind AustraliaMind Australia is one of the country’s leading community-managed specialist mental health service providers. So what do you need to know to get a job there?
Why job titles might be wrecking your job search – and what to do about itHow do you know if that job that seems to have the ‘right’ title and description is really the job you want to be doing? It helps to have an understanding at the beginning of your job search about which roles will be a good fit for for your skills, your experience and your passion.
Career Journeys: Tina Helm is advocating for positive change for women and girls“I was interested in social justice from an early age.” This story is from Tina Helm who found her role as Communications Lead at Women’s Health Loddon Mallee on EthicalJobs.com.au.
We’re all exhausted but are you experiencing burnout? Here’s what to look out forWith more than half the country in lockdown and many of the social support systems we rely on having been put on hold, it’s no wonder people are feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. For some, such feelings may ultimately culminate in burnout. So what can be done about it?
11 things to look out for in your next job interviewAttending an interview is a daunting prospect for most people. In the quest to impress, it is easy to forget the interview is a two-way process. So, what might you look for at an interview?
Career journeys: Lydia Kiternas is striving for a kinder future for animals“I knew how desperately I wanted the role, and I think I spent the entire day on my application and forgot to do normal and essential things like drink water or blink.” This story is from Lydia Kiternas who found her role at Animals Australia on EthicalJobs.com.au.
Five more common interview questions – and how to answer them Job interviews can be intimidating and stressful because there can be so much riding on them. But just like any test, the better prepared you are, the more relaxed you can be and the better you’re likely to perform. So here are five more common questions and tips on how to answer them to help...
The inside story: how to get a job at Relationships Australia QueenslandRelationships Australia is a not-for-profit organisation that has been providing counselling, mediation, education, and support services for over 60 years. So what do you need to know to get a job there?
Five top jobs in international aid and development – and how to get themWhen people think of working for a better world, a job in international aid and development can easily spring to mind. Here are five of the top jobs in international aid and development that you may never have considered, and some tips for how to land them.
Career journeys: Didi Magtuto is making a positive difference for future generations“The people I get to work with are some of the most kind, talented and compassionate people I’ve ever met.” This story is from Didi Magtuto, who found her role as Marketing and Communications Coordinator at the Port Phillip EcoCentre on EthicalJobs.com.au.
These seven skills predict better outcomes for employment, high income, and job satisfaction. How do you measure up? Whether you’re looking for a job or you enjoy your current job but want to boost your pay, wouldn’t it be nice to know what skills you should work on building? Consultancy company McKinsey set out to discover what skills people across all parts of society need to succeed at their jobs now and...
The inside story: how to get a job at the Australian Conservation FoundationACF campaigns to solve the climate crisis, connect, protect & restore nature, strengthen our democracy, make Australia nuclear free, and more. So what do you need to know to get a job there?
Five simple ways to move from ordinary to extraordinary Nobody wants to be ordinary, average, mediocre or just simply one of the crowd. But a surprising number of people choose to be just that. Going through life with your head in the sand is no way to live an authentic life. So if you’re feeling down in the dumps (and who isn’t during...
