Are you a Gen Z who lacks confidence talking on the phone? Or do you work with Gen Zs and wish they would call people rather than text? You aren’t alone. Employers are concerned that some Generation Z workers lack previous generations’ interpersonal skills. But why is this the case? Thanks to the Sydney Morning Herald, Forbes and News.com.au, we …
Nursing can be a highly rewarding career that allows you to help others and work across a variety of areas. It is among the most highly regarded careers in the public service. So why is Australia struggling to attract and retain quality nurses and midwives? In Victoria, nurses and midwives have recently initiated industrial action. This has put the spotlight …
Are you a student who has to complete unpaid placements? Are you struggling to make ends meet? There’s some good news for you. In this week’s federal budget, the government has included additional financial support for teaching, nursing and social work students required to undertake mandatory unpaid placements. But what do these changes mean, and how will they impact the …
Are you feeling the weight of your student debt? Is your debt increasing faster than you can pay it back? You aren’t alone. However, changes are on the way. Recently, the Federal Government unveiled changes to how indexation is calculated on HECS and HELP loans. It’s excellent news for the thousands of students in Australia who are concerned about their …
How well do you communicate with others? Are you giving them the right impression? Remember, communication isn’t just about what you say. Various other forms of communication influence how others perceive you, including your facial expressions, body language and what you wear. Making a strong impression is essential in the workplace, especially if you are meeting someone for the first …
Imagine working on a project with others in a different room, city or even state. Once, this would have been unthinkable, but technology has opened up many new possibilities. More than ever, employees are choosing to work remotely. However, collaboration is essential in many workplaces. Therefore, many remote employees are still expected to undertake team projects. With this comes opportunities …
