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September 7, 2022
Understanding Your Working Style
Understanding Your Working Style Everyone approaches work differently, and that’s what makes teams strong. Your working style is the unique way you tackle ta...
September 7, 2022
Career conversations – A guide for parents
Parents have the greatest influence on their children’s decisions after school. Yet many parents feel unsure about how to guide their child’s career choice...
August 3, 2022
Emotional Intelligence and the workplace
Emotional intelligence (EI) is increasingly recognised as a valuable skill in today’s workplace. Research shows that emotional intelligence is one of the str...
August 3, 2022
Writing a Professional Summary in Your CV or Resume
A professional summary is an important part of any CV or resume. It appears at the top of your document after your contact information and before your work his...
August 3, 2022
Bouncing back after losing your job
Losing your job can be a challenging experience. You may have been made redundant, had your contract terminated or resigned suddenly due to personal reasons. R...
July 5, 2022
4 key signs you should look for a new job
Everyone has considered how good it would be to leave their job and find another one, particularly after a bad day at work. For most of us, these feelings are ...
July 5, 2022
Tips for choosing referees
Checking references is often the final step in the recruitment process. A strong reference can help secure a job offer, while a poor one can stop the process a...
June 7, 2022
How to Customise Your Resume to the Job You Are Applying For
When applying for a job, do you use the same CV or resume for every role? If so, you could be missing out on opportunities. To give your application the best c...
April 28, 2022
Overcoming Phone Anxiety
Does the thought of answering or speaking on the phone make you nervous? Do you prefer texting instead of calling? You are not alone. Many people experience an...
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August 20, 2025
“Every day you learn something new.” – Wes Nixon
A Passion for Building and Community Celebrating 13 years of marriage with wife Jess, Wes Nixon is a proud father of three daughters and an enthusiastic suppor...
June 23, 2025
International Women in Engineering Day
Meet Amy Shepard – Welding & Fabrication Apprentice at WF Industries, Dubbo After more than a decade working as a chef, Amy made a bold move. She swapped...
January 30, 2024
Interview with Joshua Winter – winner of the 2023 Apprentice of the Year at the Apprentice Employment Network Awards
Joshua Winter, hosted by Thales Australia – Lithgow Arms, completed his Certificate IV in Engineering – Mechanical Trade through Skillset in January 2023. ...
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Practical advice to help you land the job and grow your career.
January 7, 2026
How to manage your nerves in a job interview
Let’s face it, job interviews can be nerve-racking. They’re an important part of the recruitment process because they give employers the chance to see the ...
January 2, 2026
Getting Career Ready for 2026
If you’re thinking about putting your job search on hold over the Christmas and New Year break – think again! This time of year is perfect for getting ahea...
August 13, 2024
Returning to Work After a Break? Here’s How to Boost Your Confidence
If you haven’t been in the workforce for a while, it’s normal to feel a little unsure. Maybe you’re worried your skills aren’t up to date, or you’re ...
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