Skill Building
The connection between career paths and mental health
As a society, we place a lot of stress on our chosen career paths and what we want to do with the rest of our lives. This can make the decision of choosing a career in and of itself incredibly stressful. Unfortunately, once you’ve landed a job, the stress doesn’t...
How to decide between multiple job offers
The job application process can often be daunting. You spend a great deal of time crafting and presenting the best version of yourself in the hope that one of the companies you apply to accepts you in a role. Few people consider the idea of multiple businesses being...
Setback to success: Skills to succeed with Naby Mariyam
Have you just faced a rejection, and now you're feeling unsure about your next steps? Or maybe you're questioning whether you've got the skills to create a career from the ground up? This article is for you. Welcome to part two of our discussion with CEO and Founder...
Forget the fear of failure: Embracing change with Naby Mariyam
The start of a new session at university always brings with it a sense of change – the holidays are over, you’ve got new classes, your schedule is changing, and you’re suddenly reminded that you’re one step closer to graduation. This time can also prompt a lot of...
How to avoid the mid-year blues
You know that saying, time flies when you’re having fun? How misleading: time flies all the time, not just when you’re having fun. One moment, you’re relaxing in the summer sun, crafting up some new year’s resolutions, then BAM! It’s July, and you have quite...
How to create an outstanding video resume
Do you need to submit a video resume for a job application? If so, it’s important to put the work into making a high-quality video. If you’re applying for something that requires a video, make sure your video is clear and easy to watch. It should be short (less than...
Why you should start looking for summer internships in the middle of winter
The weather is cold, the milo is hot, and summer feels a million years away. Why, then, am I persuading you to start looking for a summer internship? There is a very simple explanation:Because employers are already recruiting.If you want to secure an internship that...
5 things to do for your career instead of filing your taxes
Firstly, a disclaimer: I’m not encouraging you to commit tax fraud or evasion.Obviously, you’re going to file your tax returns eventually. However, sometimes, when you have something big you need to do (like filing your tax returns), you want to do anything but that...
How to pivot your career direction mid-degree
If you’re midway through your studies and you’re thinking about working in a different industry or specialty than the one you’re studying, don’t worry – you’re not alone! It’s common to start thinking about different career pathways while you’re studying, and...
Can you design your future?
Look, none of us can predict the future but that doesn’t mean you can’t take steps now to help steer it in a direction that #sparksjoy. How can you do that, I hear you ask? Well friends, let me introduce you to this delightful little theory of Life Design.Drawing on...
Six ways to fast track your career progression
Have you ever been frustrated, waiting for your manager to offer you a promotion, or wondered what more you could do to stand out from your peers? Use these tips and tricks to get the recognition you deserve and fast-track your progression. 1. Set your career (and...
Fitting in(stitutions) while Black
Recently, myself and a colleague wrote an article at The Conversation examining some nuances of working while Black. We use the word Black to refer to political identities connected to ancestry, as well as a cultural and social experience of race and to...
6 reasons why you should volunteer at university
Being a university student isn’t easy. If you’re a recent school leaver, then you are probably learning about the epic juggle of university life. Trying to balance your studies with your home life, plus maybe working part-time and trying to catch up with your friends...
Helpful tips in returning to coursework or your career
There are various reasons people take a break from their studies or before pursuing a career. You might have explored a little more of the world and gained some new experiences. Family or parenting obligations may also have briefly interrupted your education. Whatever...
Pathways to digital marketing careers
It’s everywhere – on your phone, on your PC; it may have even led you here. Digital marketing is the way businesses communicate and promote their products and services to the world. Though we may think of clickable ads and pop-ups as digital marketing, digital...
What is an internship? Meaning, definitions and how to get one
Originally published by WikiJobsAs competition for graduate jobs increases, students need to think of new ways to set themselves apart from all of the other equally qualified and skilled candidates. Graduates who have relevant workplace experience tend to be more...
There is no such thing as ‘just a uni job’
Getting a job on campus at your university is not just a means to an end, it can be the start of something really special. You’ll be taking advantage of a typically more flexible work schedule, get a chance to see the ‘behind-the-scenes’ of your uni and will get the...
Growing your career: The importance of personal branding and how to master it
Being happy in a career isn't a necessity for living a fulfilled life – but it's definitely a good start. So, what is it that makes people satisfied with their jobs? Recent research data shows that most professionals (as many as 80%, in fact) feel like the key to job...
How to make a difference as a mentor in 4 easy ways
What makes a mentor stand out? We all have people in our lives that we find inspiring, motivating, and driven, but the secret to being a mentor is more than just enthusiasm (although that never goes to waste!)From sharing their knowledge and expertise to providing...
4 signs a healthcare career may be right for you
The healthcare industry offers various rewarding career paths. You have the opportunity to make a significant difference in individual patients' lives and the community at large. Lucrative salaries are also a feature of many roles in the sector. The Australian...
Feel the fear and do it anyway: getting into mentoring
I’ve found it informative to hear from students about their anxieties around getting into mentoring. Some of these included:Not sure where to startSelf-doubt about their ability to interact with a professionalFear of rejection or not being liked by their potential...
How to launch your career in real estate as an Agent
Is your 2022 career goal to take steps towards working in the real estate industry? A career as a real estate agent can involve everything from supporting clients to downsize or upsize their home or buy their first property, to guiding them through the property...
An interview with an Animator: tips and tricks to succeed
People often think of Disney, Nickelodeon or Cartoon Network when someone mentions animation but if you’ve seen a Marvel or DC film recently, or any blockbuster that requires CGI, you’re seeing the work of a huge team of animators and VFX artists.Animation has always...
5 tips for preparing for a career in IT
Information technology is a booming industry offering a variety of jobs. It's an excellent field for those looking for a chance to advance and earn a solid income. In January 2020, records indicated at least 3 million people held jobs in some part of IT in America.If...