‘Misery’ index on the rise

‘Misery’ index on the rise

The misery index was created by economist Arthur Okun who, in the late 1960s, reckoned if you add the level of unemployment to the inflation rate, you have a rudimentary insight into misery – unless you’re rolling in cash and have two or three freehold properties. The...
AI and a tight economy are cutting graduate jobs

AI and a tight economy are cutting graduate jobs

This story about Ai and job cuts is from Sally Rawsthorne at the SMH. Entry level jobs for university leavers are being cut and yet it’s vitally important for them to know how to use AI. A case of knowing your enemy? I’ve added some timely info on AI and jobs...
Could a resume writing service help me find a job?

Could a resume writing service help me find a job?

This Q&A on resume writers appeared in the Sydney Morning Herald in January. A good professional writer will improve one’s short-listing chances by 30-40 percent. Whether the client actually gets the job is another question. Q. I’ve been applying for jobs but...
Interview questions interviewers can’t ask

Interview questions interviewers can’t ask

It’s important to be aware of the interview questions that recruiters and employers shouldn’t be asking you. This is from SEEK and it’s a good read. Employers use job interviews as a way to work out how suitable you are for a role – and the interview is an ideal...
Welcome of the Kmart AI bot interview

Welcome of the Kmart AI bot interview

This is from Sydney Morning Herald reporter, Millie Muroi and it’s good. It shows how our major FMCG companies such as Kmart and Woolworths are getting rid of the recruitment function and leaving it to AI robots. What could go wrong? People seeking jobs at Kmart...
Targeted and crafted cover letters

Targeted and crafted cover letters

Cover letters are one of the most important parts of your job application. It’s where I work in partnership with you – after we’ve finish the resume – to showcase why a prospective employer should hire you above all other candidates. I’ve written more than 3000...