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Ghosted by a job? Why it happened, how to follow up, and when to move on
Have you ever felt ghosted by a job you’ve applied for? We’ve all been there. When you’ve found a job, perfectly crafted your application and submitted it, crossed your fingers and toes, only to not hear back. As the days and weeks press on, and your email inbox is...
Hakan Day’s career journey to playing a key role in the production of KitKat
Have you ever been on the cusp of landing your dream role, only to not go through to the final round? We recently chatted to UTS Mechanical Engineering alumni, Hakan Day, about his career journey. From almost landing a grad role, to the importance of determination and...
Navigating the career seas: Building your One Piece crew of skills
Embarking on a job search can often feel like setting sail into uncharted waters. Just like Monkey D. Luffy assembles his crew of Straw Hat Pirates in the One Piece universe, you too can build your dream team of skills to navigate the seas successfully. In this blog...
Receiving help is not a sign of weakness
With R U OK day and UTS Wellbeing week this September, I couldn’t help but think of those battling mental setbacks. I often think about how the way we go on with our daily life is like a scene from a movie. When I ponder about this, I picture one of the most famous...
Generative AI and your career: ATS and AI in the recruitment process
Have you ever wondered how AI will impact your chances of getting a job?In recent times, the widespread accessibility of generative AI (GenAI) tools has raised questions around their ethical implications and how they will affect our everyday lives. Many people are...
Fighting career dissatisfaction and finding fulfilment at work
Have you ever felt career dissatisfaction? Or that you aren’t where you want to be, envious of people earning more or seeming more satisfied in their work? Do you ever worry that your work isn’t fulfilling enough? Or, do you ever feel that you are just a few steps...
The Importance of Empathy in The Workforce
Empathy: the ability to understand and share the feelings of another. Alfred Adler once said, “Empathy is seeing with the eyes of another, listening with the ears of another and feeling with the heart of another.” As someone who considers themselves to be very in...
Chasing bytes and bites: Why choosing an IT Major is like choosing your favourite ice cream
Picture this: you're standing in front of a bustling ice cream parlour. You’re confronted by an array of flavours that span from the classics like vanilla to wild, futuristic concoctions like Ginger Pineapple. Each scoop holds a world of delight, and your mind starts...
The benefits of applying for the Top 100 Future Leaders Awards
Earlier this year, we spoke to some of the finalists and one of the winners of the Top100 Future Leaders Awards for 2023. From connection to skill-building, in this blog post, 7 of our 12 UTS finalists will reveal the key things they learned through the process and...
Nurturing Confidence and Creating Change: Inside the Women@Dior Program
Women@Dior is a global mentoring and educational program run by Dior in partnership with UNESCO. The program connects female-identifying university students with professional mentors at Dior, encouraging them to build their confidence and skills as they step into...
Generative AI and your career: How to ethically use AI when job searching
The rapid growth and widespread adoption of generative AI tools has raised many questions around their ethical use in various contexts. Their impact on writing is a major point of discussion, which includes resume writing and job searching processes. UTS encourages...
The search for the perfect bacon and egg roll (aka job)
Finding the perfect job can be a lot like finding the perfect bacon and egg roll – challenging and a little messy but worth the effort. For many years I had dreamt about finding the ideal breakfast bun. The first bacon and egg roll I tried was in the building I had...
Unlocking the hidden job market
Did you know employers don't publicly advertise all jobs?While public job boards are the most easily accessible way of seeking work, many roles are filled daily through talent acquisition, backfilling, and referral. This process represents the hidden job market, which...
Email Etiquette 101: How to write a professional email
In today’s digital world, email is unavoidable in a professional workplace. As you prepare to enter the job market, mastering the art of writing a professional email is a must. But, as with all new skills, it comes with a learning curve, and you won’t get it right all...
Starting an internship? What to do and what not to do for a successful experience
Embarking on your first internship can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. It's a valuable opportunity to gain practical experience in a professional environment. However, the fear of making mistakes or not knowing what's expected of you might make the journey...
What you can learn from Barbie’s long career journey
There is no children's toy that has had quite the same amount of longevity and cultural relevance as that of Mattel's Barbie. And no other pop-culture character has had quite the same number of different careers. From fashion designer to astronaut to video game...
Acing Psychometric Tests: Why they’re important
Article courtesy of WikiJob As the global economic crisis continues, many people are trying to land higher-paying jobs or additional gigs. But, before they can land their preferred work, they must pass the hiring process. One of the obstacles that may be required by...
30 icebreaker questions for networking events
How do you say ‘hey’ at networking events? The introvert in you might be answering just don’t, but trust me, it’s simpler than you think. Preparing some fun, professional questions to ask can help you start conversations. We’ve collated a handful of icebreakers you...