In this series, we introduce you to our FlexCoaches. Get to know Thai here.
From Our Coaches
Job hunting and managing cloudy weather – coping with the ups and downs
Don’t be fooled into thinking that the jobs market shuts up shop over Christmas! For many of us the job hunting will continue – here are some great tips from FlexCoach Kate Wilkie on staying positive and focussed over the holidays.
Confidence is a Game Changer
Confidence can often be the first emotion to take a hit while looking for employment. However, that doesn’t need to be the case if you follow these 5 steps Caroline McGuire recommends.
It’s Time for You to Silence the Inner Critic
Self-criticism can stop things from happening and influence decisions and choices we make. But what if there was a way to overcome or at least manage the Inner Critic?
Three Steps to End 2017 on a High
2017 is coming to an end already! Yikes! And there seems so much that needs to get done before schools out! #FlexCoach Debra Close shares her 3 steps to get the job done.
This Will Help Your Team
Are you creating an environment where your words, your actions and the example you set as a leader, inspires these kinds of feelings? Or is the soil dry and dusty from neglect and lack of rain?
The Interview Game Part II – Phone Interview Tips to Land the Job
Phone interviews are often the first step in the process and require just as much preparation as face-to-face interviews. In fact, I would say even more preparation is needed for a phone interview…
Do you need help asking for Flexible Working Arrangements?
FlexCoach Pam Dell discusses some ways in which you can approach the flexible working conversation, that will set both you and your organisation up for success.
Working with Recruiters – Negotiating the Screening Interview
Recruiters are the potential gatekeepers who can help you access your new role. That’s why important to learn how to work with them and understand what they’re looking for in the screening process.
Getting to know FlexCoach Nikki Burrows
Take a minute to get to know Nikki Burrows. A founding FlexCoach and experienced training consultant, Nikki has a demonstrated history of working in the learning and development area across many industries.
Looking for Part-time Work can be challenging
For many people, working part time is something that they choose to do in order to achieve work life balance, and manage priorities other than their career. It could be because you’re a new parent, or you’re finding that your older children would benefit from a little more of your time. Your partner could be…
This is why Flexibility and Work should never stop
Flexibility – No doubt as a parent to young children; flexible working arrangements to allow for child care, pick-ups, sick days and school holidays are essential. The question is when do flexible working arrangements, in particular, for parents, cease to be essential? Well, as a parent to 3 adults and seemingly out the other side…
Tips for Tailoring Your Resume – and Cover Letter
Tailoring your resume and cover letter for each role you apply for is critical for maximising your chances to of securing an interview. Most roles attract hundreds of applications, and the best way to ensure yours stands out for all the right reasons is to tailor your written documents. However, this can be very…
Getting to know FlexCoach Nikki Hobin
Take a minute to get to know founding FlexCoach, Nikki Hobbin.
5 quick questions to boost your wellbeing
Do you often pause at the words “delicious 4 ingredient recipe” or “healthy and quick meal”? I love the idea that we can do something that’s good for us in a quick and simple way, and when we find a quick recipe that works we tend to repeat it often don’t we…
The Interview Game – interview tips to land the job
There is no way to predict what an interviewer will ask, but preparation will assist you in doing the best job you can….
Getting to know FlexCoach Karen Lewitton
FlexCareers is passionate about supporting our employer partners and our community to be the best that they can be. We offer a range of training and coaching services in areas such as career transition and outplacement, parental leave, return to work, managing flexibly, interview skills, leadership and management, positive psychology, and diversity & inclusion –…
Getting to know FlexCoach Caroline McGuire
FlexCareers is passionate about supporting our employer partners and our community to be the best that they can be. We offer a range of training and coaching services in areas such as career transition and outplacement, parental leave, return to work, managing flexibly, interview skills, leadership and management, positive psychology, and diversity & inclusion –…
Networking: Opening doors and creating opportunities
How many times have you heard of someone landing a great work opportunity or launching a new venture through ‘someone they knew’? It happens all the time and by playing the game, you can also reap the rewards.
Not getting shortlisted? This might be why.
I recently supported a local business with their recruitment. I had 54 applicants respond to the job advertisement. 50 of the 54 had the technical skills to do the job. So why did only 7 made the short list? These 7 made an effort to demonstrate and highlight their skills and experience relevant to what…