We are now almost one month into a new financial year in Australia, halfway through a calendar year or a financial year to many US or European headquartered companies. The winter has truly set in in the southern states making some days particularly dark and cold. How can we keep our teams motivated to start […]
In the dynamic landscape of today’s job market, change is happening faster than ever before. Having been a recruiter for over two decades now, and witnessing this transformation firsthand, I have observed several key trends reshaping how candidates approach their careers and how companies seek talent. 1. Be Adaptable One of the most striking changes […]
Rehumanisation According to a study by Bain, 58% of people surveyed said the pandemic had made them question both their commitment to their employer and their desire for more work/life balance. With that balance being towards life, not work. There is a sense of wanting to belong, have a sense of common purpose and community, […]
End of financial year is fast approaching. Don’t we all love tax time! While accountants are focussing on getting the books in order, it is important for organisations look at their HR practices as these play a critical role in setting the business up for success in the new financial year. What exactly should organisations […]
Trust Definition: to believe that someone is good and honest and will not harm you, or that something is safe and reliable. (Cambridge Dictionary). Trust – a simple 5 letter word that underpins our moral fibre. How can trust help across the employee life cycle? Optimum has 4 pillars to our business: Attract – trust […]
I caught up with a client last week who with much sadness informed that he had just been made redundant. He is a talented senior executive who spent 17 years with this organisation and it was a shock and unexpected. As the economy changes unfortunately redundancies are becoming more real.Being made redundant can be a […]
We’ve all heard the phrase “New Year, New Beginnings,” which may be interpreted differently depending on one’s situation; for some, it may imply changing habits, while others may see it as an opportunity to land a new job. Most notably, in the recruitment market, this is when most graduate openings are advertised. As a recent […]
In todays, fast-paced and ever-changing work environment, resilience has become a crucial skill for individuals and organisations to thrive. Resilience refers to the ability to bounce back from setbacks, adapt to change, and maintain a positive mindset in the face of adversity. It is a crucial factor in determining how well individuals and teams can […]
Let’s reflect and see what Nostradamus predicted back in 1555: with a 70% success rate it may be worth taking his predictions into account. 2024 according to him will bring climate chaos: “The dry earth will grow more parched…and there will be floods.” Australia has already witnessed both these events… He also predicted: “Combat and […]
2023 has certainly flown, and in what feels like the blink of an eye we are now approaching the end of the year. Melbourne Cup is just around the corner and people’s thoughts are already turning towards Christmas. This is the time of year where in our professional lives it is easy to lose momentum, […]
