Quickfire tips for a LinkedIn profile refresh
Regardless of your current career aspirations (i.e., active or passive job seeker) do not underestimate the importance of a current and well-constructed LinkedIn profile. Think of it as an online representation of your personal brand – it’s valuable from a business/networking perspective as well as a tool to showcase your value.
Advice for answering, what are your salary expectations?
At some point in the recruitment process, you will be asked the dreaded question…what are your salary expectations? We’ve all been in this position; we know it’s going to come up in conversation but that doesn’t stop the awkward pause or nervous giggle. We’re here to help with best practice advice and strategies to answer the question with confidence.
How to Resign the Right Way
If your goal is resigning on good terms and maintaining professional relationships, then your approach requires thought and planning. We’re here to help with tips and advice to positively manage your resignation in a professional way.
Exploring a Career in Civil Engineering in New Zealand
Explore career guidance for civil engineers in New Zealand. Dive into education, job insights, and expert advice to navigate New Zealand's engineering sector.
How to Prepare for an Interview with an Executive Search Firm
You may find your experience with an executive search firm a little different to in-house talent acquisition teams, particularly when it comes to the interview stage. We’re here to help with insights on how to prepare for an executive level job interview. Read on…
New Year, New Role?
There are a multitude of reasons that motivate people to consider a career change in the New Year. Our advice. If you are thinking about seeking a new opportunity, regardless of the time of year, then there’s usually a reason behind it.
5 leadership lessons from Queen Elizabeth II
Queen Elizabeth’s 70-year reign leaves a lasting legacy of endurance, dedication and service. By all accounts it was a long stint in the top job of the monarchy - average CEO tenure in New Zealand is around 6 years. Here’s our take on leadership lessons we can learn from arguably the most well-known ‘leader’ in the world.
Embrace change and take control of your career
A positive outlook can be your greatest asset when searching for a new job or your next career development opportunity.
How to successfully change your career
Seldom, if ever in this day and age, do individuals go through life without having to contemplate a career change.
There is no career ladder
Traditionally we have thought of career pathways as linear steps, progressing from one role to another as we move up the corporate ladder, culminating in the highest rank possible within one’s field of expertise. The reality is that there is no set career ladder, and it’s up to the individual to take ownership of their career path.