One of the things I’ve been telling everyone lately is that they need to be spending this down time right now to focus on ‘becoming a unicorn’.What I mean by that is simply this; businesses have had to let go of their teams. Over time as we move closer and closer to an econom...
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Ask Lawrence: How do I know what area to do more training in?
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What are the top 3 things business owners are focusing on right now and post Covid-19?
By Vicki AnneIt’s been 3.5 months since I went into Quarantine after arriving home from overseas. Within a few days my team was also working from home and our business as we knew it was about to change dramatically. Not as busy filling jobs as I normally am, I have ...
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Ask Lawrence: How to become a successful freelance graphic designer
By Lawrence AkersWhen I first met Jane, we had been working together in the same company years before. I already knew that she was a talented graphic designer who had a bright career ahead of her. Jane always gave 100% to her employers but like many graphic designers, she faced boredom and ...
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Ask Lawrence: What are the trends we might be seeing next?
By Lawrence AkersIt seems inevitable that when I speak to anyone about the current job market, I need to remind them that I don't have my crystal ball technology working just yet. While many experienced recruiters may have gone through a recession or global financial crisis in their time, ...
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Webinar: How to nail your next job interview
By Lawrence AkersThis week, Vanessa and Lawrence discussed techniques that can help in ensuring you put your best foot forward the next time you go for a job interview. Job interviews can make most people nervous at the best of times, and so being prepared is going to be absolutely vital in...
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Ask Lawrence: How do I make my folio stand out?
By Lawrence AkersWhen it comes to the Creative community, a folio is pretty much one of the most important ‘sales tools’ that a creative has. Within that folio, they’re offering a glimpse as to what they’ve achieved, the range of work they’ve produced, and a look into their design flair. In ...
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5 Tips on how to nail an interview in the first 5 minutes
By Lawrence AkersThe first few moments of your interview can have a major impact on how well the rest of it goes. Here are my 5 tips to start strong. 1. The interview starts at home The interview starts long before you are in front of the interviewer. Make sure you set out wit...
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