“My early decisions were rooted in fear”: How good hires can set small business owners free
Most business owners decide to set up their own enterprise because they’re chasing freedom, but the flip side to that 'freedom' coin is often fear.
“Your difference is your superpower”: A Q&A with Lynn Dang, head of talent acquisition at Microsoft Australia
In this Q&A, Lynn Dang talks intersectionality in recruitment, the importance of being your authentic self and the pursuit of work-life integration.
How to conduct job interviews with candidates who have autism
Job interviews can be a significant barrier since people with autism often struggle to understand unstated communication and social norms.
How to write the perfect job advertisement
Writing a strong job ad is an effective way to reel in the strongest prospective candidates. Here are six things to consider.
There is no correlation between age and value, but ageism is always a sign of stupidity
The notion that age is a realistic predictor of relevance and value is bollocks. There are so many other components to throw in the evaluation pot.
My post about a recently hired chief financial officer went viral on LinkedIn — because she is four months pregnant
"I’d met a chief executive officer who'd just hired a woman for the role of chief financial officer … who it just so happens was four months pregnant."
How crappy recruitment ads trigger an eight-step spiral into disillusionment
Few things are as effective as recruitment ads in setting everyone involved up for disappointment.
“Unjust, unreasonable, harsh and unconscionably undignified”: Worker wins $12,500 after being dismissed via text message
A worker employed as a security guard has won nearly $12,500 in compensation, prompting a warning for business owners to know the rules on casual employees.
The five most important questions to ask job candidates
There’s more to hiring a new employee than making sure they have the technical skills. How do you make sure you've got the best candidate for the job?
From Agatha to Zachary: Four ways your name can affect your job prospects
What’s in a name? A lot, according to research. Your name can have a huge influence on your prospects in life, including hiring.
Why references are no better than paid endorsements
Do a rush job on reference checks at your peril, avoid a miss hire by remaining vigilant against exaggerations and mistruths.
Sustainable businesses attract the best talent — here’s how to become one
Research shows sustainable businesses attract and retain the best talent, here's how your business can go green and reap the rewards.