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Why “Do What You Love” Doesn’t Make for a Good Career Path
We’re told all the time that we should do what we love, and that if we do “we’ll never work a day in our lives” – but the fact is, real life…
by Adelaide Morse
How To Deal With Difficult Personalities
If there is one thing sure thing in life, it is that at one point sooner or later everyone will encounter people who have difficult personalities. Unfortunately dealing with such people can…
by Clare McLaughlin
Top Five Jobs for Night Owls
Do you find that you’re awake in the middle of the night? That you’re not as productive during the day? Well, there’s good news for you! There are plenty of overnight shift…
by Izabella Blazevic
4 Simple Steps to Survive Going Back to the Office (After Working from Home)
Going back to an office job after working from home can be tough. You’re trading so much freedom and control for a set routine and office politics. No more lunchtime laundry, track…
by Adele Cochrane
High Figure-Paying Careers
Becoming a millionaire is a dream for all of us. When we think about the highest paid people in the world, we think about celebrities and professional athletes, who are constantly in…
by Stephanie Caruso
Series: Side Hustles
In 2019, every man’s best kept secret to career success is by way of a side hustle. Not only is it a great way to earn extra money, it’s often the key…
by McKenzie Collins
Why Diversity Is the Missing Piece in Your Business Model
Why we ought to grow a diverse workforce extends far beyond a surface-level need to take image-based or reputational precautions. In fact, in 2019, lacking workplace diversity could be the single factor…
by McKenzie Collins
6 Tips That’ll Help You Spot a Dodgy Company Right Away
by Izabella Blazevic
How to Be Happy at Work: The Top 7 Methods
Happiness at work is often something that people strive for but find difficult to maintain, especially if you don’t find your job enjoyable, or don’t have a healthy work-life balance. Research shows…
by Stephanie Caruso
Do You Have What It Takes To Be Self Employed?
Are you dreading the thought of working 9-5 right after you graduate? You’re not the only one: the face of the modern workforce is rapidly changing, with more people going for self-employed…
by Olivia Blazevic
How to Transform Your Life by Focusing on Yourself
It’s only human to want to be the best version of yourself – in life, we should always be taking steps to refine the bits that aren’t making us happy, or that…
by Olivia Blazevic
Looking for Financial Success? Here’s the One Job Held by Most Millionaires Before They Became Rich
Sometimes it can feel like the Donald Trumps and Mark Cubans of the world got there without doing any kind of work. Especially when we see things like the government shutdown and…
by Adelaide Morse
How to Pay it Forward and Make a Difference in Someone Else’s Career
If you’re looking for a creative way to pay it forward, consider acts of kindness in relation to people’s careers. It’s a way to help someone long term while not taking away…
by Adelaide Morse
Do Students Make Great Employees? Why Employers Are Looking At More Than Work Habits
It can sometimes feel like employers are looking for a team member who can tick off a skill set checklist, usually based on how much experience they have in the office. But…
by Adelaide Morse
The 10 Fastest Growing Jobs in Australia That Don’t Need a University Degree
Don’t feel like spending years at university to fund your career? Read on to discover the fastest growing jobs of the future that don’t require a university degree! University isn’t the only…
by Charles Ellingham
Do Students Make Great Employees? Why Employers Are Looking at More Than Just Experience
With work environments rapidly changing, and management styles having to adapt, autocratic is out and participative is in. In other words, employers are looking for a good employee who understands work ethic,…
by Adelaide Morse
5 Of The Best Money-Saving Hacks To Get Your 2019 Off To A Good Start
Do you want to see the balance of your savings account go up this year? Maybe all you want is your credit card debt to go down, or you’re worried that Trump…
by Adelaide Morse
Education Vs. Experience: What Do Employers Value More?
It can be difficult to know sometimes if relevant experience or further education is more valued by employers. There’s no easy answer – both are important to a hiring manager, so here’s…
by Adelaide Morse
Australia’s Tradie Shortage – A Booming Industry
A 6-figure starting salary. Flexible working hours. Being debt free. Do any of these perks come to mind when you think about a career as a tradesman? Or do other stereotypical assumptions…
by Izabella Blazevic
Surprising Facts About The Australian Workforce – And What To Keep Your Eyes On In 2019
In a survey of the Aussie workforce, SEEK discovered some surprising facts. For instance, the job interview process is riddled with dishonesty – on both sides. Nearly half (42%) of Australians were…
by Adele Cochrane
How to Successfully Make a Career Change at 30
Table of Contents The main advantage you have over a young full-time worker is that you have experience and skills that can only be achieved by years in a certain workplace. Not…
by Izabella Blazevic
Why Changing Careers When You’re Over 50 is the Best Decision You’ll Ever Make
A career change is daunting at any age, and especially when you hit that 50 mark, even more so when you’ve already got a successful career. But with transferable skills, work and…
by Adelaide Morse
5 Career Ideas If You’re An Ace With Numbers
What’s 527 + 1,834? And can you divide 164,893 by 41 without using a calculator? If quizzes like this don’t scare you, you’re probably a numbers ace! Which is brilliant, because it means…
by Natalie Sutherland
Top 10 Side Hustles in Australia: How to Make Some Extra Cash in Your Spare Time
Thousand’s of Australians are making extra cash through their side hustle. Learn how you can supplement your income today! Everyone could do with some extra money. Whether you already have a full…
by Charles Ellingham
45 is the New 30: Why it’s Never Too Late to Change Careers
Is your current career fulfilling your career goals and suiting your lifestyle? If you feel like you’re not heading in the right direction, but you worry it’s too late for a major…
by Adelaide Morse
Career Change in Your 40’s: Why It’s Never Too Late To Make a Change
According to the ABS, more than 1 million Australians changed employers or the businesses they ran in the year prior February 2018, with more than half of those people working in a…
by Stephanie Caruso
What is Impostor Syndrome and How to Overcome It
Imposter Syndrome is a psychological phenomenon where an individual believes that they are a failure who is lacking the abilities necessary to thrive in their job. It was first identified in 1978…
by Olivia Blazevic
How To Take Advantage Of the Question: ‘What is your greatest weakness?’
You’re guaranteed to hear it during your job interview, and it’s very, very easy to mess it up. Contrary to what you may think, I’m not here to make you worry even…
by Izabella Blazevic
How Taking a Sabbatical Can Improve Both Your Career and Your Personal Life
Sometimes, you need a break. Letting work take over your life isn’t the best for your mental state – so why not take a sabbatical? What’s a sabbatical, you may ask? It’s…
by Izabella Blazevic
Keeping an Evergreen and Active Network
It is important that these professional contacts are not just there whilst job hunting, but that they are a continuous and active part of your work life. Keeping your network ‘evergreen’ means…
by Stephanie Caruso
Testing Games for a Living
Graphic design courses will stand you in good stead if you want to test games for a living. TafeCourses.com.au promotes graphic design courses in Australia.
by Amber Kirkwood
How To Successfully Manage Your New Job Anxiety
If you feel your anxiety spike right before you start, there are a few strategies you could use to bring it down to a more manageable level. A lot of people say…
by Izabella Blazevic
The Changing Face of the Australian Job Market: Western Australia
According to the Australian Government’s Department of Employment, Western Australia is the fourth largest employing state; employing approximately 1,334,600 Australians. The Australian Jobs Report is an annual publication that reflects the changes…
by Olivia Blazevic
The Changing Face of the Australian Job Market: Queensland
In Queensland, the top five employing industries are: These five industries when combined, make up approximately one third of overall employment within Queensland. Health Care and Social Assistance is the largest employing…
by Olivia Blazevic
The Changing Face Of the Australian Job Market: Victoria
According to the Australian Government’s Department of Employment, Victoria is the second largest employing state, adding more jobs in the previous five years compared to any other state. The Australian Jobs Report…
by Olivia Blazevic
The Changing Face Of the Australian Job Market: New South Wales
According to the Australian Government’s Department of Employment, New South Wales is the largest employing state, holding close to one third of all Australian workers. The Australian Jobs Report is an annual…
by Olivia Blazevic
Future of Jobs in Australia: Where Will They Be?
These rapidly expanding industries make up a high proportion of expected job openings between 2017 and 2024, as a result of replacement demand rather than employment growth. This means that these employment…
by Olivia Blazevic
Best Software Programs to Learn for IT Careers
IT is also one of the most in-demand skill sets employers are currently looking for. According to Linkedin, IT-based technical skills and specialist knowledge remain in the top 10 hard skills employers…
by Rhiannon Gent
6 Reasons an Overseas Internship Could Be Your Best Career Move
If you find yourself wondering, ‘why do an internship?’ or just want to know what the importance of an internship is, we have the answers for you. Internships can definitely fast track…
by Charles Ellingham
Explore a Career in Animal Care
Let’s be honest, who would say no to spending all of their days surrounded by furry and feathery friends?
TAFE offers animal lovers the chance to make careers out of their passions with an array of animal-related TAFE courses.
by Olivia Blazevic
How You Can Start a Career in One of the 5 Highest Paying Jobs in Australia
Do you want a rocketing career with a salary that reaches into the stratosphere. Find out about the five best paying jobs in Australia.
by Amber Kirkwood
Want to Go to the Olympics? These Are the Jobs That Can Get You There
If you’ve found yourself glued to your television sets the past couple of weeks to watch the 2018 Winter Olympics in PyeongChang; you’re not alone. We all love to take on the…
by Amber Kirkwood
How to Facilitate a Career Change
You’ve been working for a while, been promoted several times and have great career prospects. The pay is great, your boss is happy with your work, but something is missing. You’re not…
by Nerissa Bentley
The Changing Workplace: What Skills Will You Need in the Next 10 Years?
Instead of focusing on finding the right job, it’s more important than ever to ensure you have the right skills instead, so you can respond to more automated and globalised careers. With…
by Amber Kirkwood
8 Of the Best Job Hunting Tips For Your Career Change
There is an abundance of information out there when it comes to job hunting tips and how to land your dream job, but there’s only so many times you can hear the…
by Rachel Fyfe
8 Key Tips On Becoming a Forensic Accountant
All accountants will require, at minimum, a Bachelor’s degree in accounting. If you aren’t able to enter directly into a Bachelor program, you can also consider commencing your accounting studies with a Certificate…
by Natalie Sutherland
How Studying SAP in Australia Can Help You Create Business Success (New Guide)
SAP business software provides a wealth of employment opportunities and an equally diverse range of education opportunities. Find out more about SAP in Australia.
by Amber Kirkwood
How To Ace Your Interview According to a Recruitment Expert
To find out the secret to successful interviewing we spoke with Career Consultant, Leah Lambart from Relaunch Me, whose 15+ years of experience in human resources, recruitment and career counselling have made…
by Greg Wilcox
6 Tips to Help You Land a Job You Aren’t Qualified For
It has finally happened! You’ve opened up your latest batch of job alerts, and your dream job is staring right back at you– but there’s a catch. It calls for more experience or…
by Greg Wilcox
Teaching Children with Special Needs (Updated)
Teaching children with special needs requires special skills. Start building those skills with education courses promoted by TafeCourses.com.au.
by Amber Kirkwood
Aged Care Careers: Because Everyone Deserves to Enjoy Their Golden Years
Aged care is not a job, it’s a vocation. Find out how to answer your calling with with information on some of the aged care careers available and their study paths.
by Amber Kirkwood