Position brief versus job description and why you need both

When preparing to hire for a new position, careful planning is necessary to ensure that you are not only attracting a candidate with the right skills and traits, but you are also meeting the expected outcomes of the role for the business. To ensure you are meeting the objectives of the business you need to…

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Five simple steps to advance your career

Advancing your career and moving through the ranks into your ideal job requires commitment and dedication. If you’re scratching your head wondering how to get started it’s worth sitting down to create a high-level plan to identify tactics for success. We’ve put together five key tips to help you on your way. Get your personal…

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QuarterlyFIT October 2021

Who would have thought that having been ‘locked down’ in Auckland on 18 August, we would be still be here two months later? It’s been interesting how different the approach from businesses towards their recruitment has been this time around.

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Help, I have a personality clash with my manager!

There are few things in the working world more challenging than when you have a personality clash with your manager. We asked career coach Rachel Hill for her take on this all-too-common problem. When people say they have a personality clash with their manager, they mean that they don’t get along with them for some…

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Eight steps to successful job hunting

Job hunting can be a daunting process, especially if you’re contemplating leaving a company where you’ve worked for a significant amount of time. For some, job hunting is an art form that they’ve carefully mastered, and for others, it can be overwhelming. If you’re struggling to get started or you want a handy guide to…

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How to create a feedback culture– six steps to follow

Feedback in the workplace is a critical tool for growth, but for many, an annual performance review might be the only feedback they receive. In fact, a recent study found that 96% of employees surveyed wanted more regular feedback from their employers. The same study also revealed that 83% of employees preferred praise over gifts…

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11 things to consider when onboarding new recruits during lockdown

When we went into our very first lockdown it was a mad scramble for many businesses to get themselves set up for remote working. What we have learned from this is that we need to ensure we are able, at any given time, to continue with business no matter where people are located. This includes…

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Weighing up a resignation – Should I stay or should I go?

If you’re considering resigning from your job, it’s important to make sure you’ve thought it through. Perhaps you’re feeling underappreciated or want to take the next step in your career. Maybe you’re crunching numbers when what you really want to do is help people. Whatever the reason, it’s sensible to work towards a decision by…

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3 Steps to becoming a manager

People seeking our services frequently ask us this question, so we put it to career coach Rachel Hill, who has helped hundreds of people get more out of their working life. Wishing to progress at work is a natural desire for many in the workplace, but it can often seem out of reach. You may…

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CASE STUDY: How to recruit at pace during a period of rapid growth

In today’s competitive business landscape, the ability to recruit top talent swiftly and effectively is a game-changer for organisations aiming to stay ahead of the curve. This case study shows the challenges faced by Business A who at a time of rapid growth needed to recruit at pace. Situation Business A was experiencing a major…

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