Career stories, inspiration & guidance
Whether you’re looking for inspiration for your own career, after first person perspectives from our Endorsed Employer employees, or seeking DEI knowledge and guidance, we’ve got it all right here on our blog. You can use our search bar if you’re after something specific or simply explore our featured articles below.
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6 ambitious women and the workplaces supporting them
6 women tell their story of the career development programs their employers offer to foster their ambitions.
Does a career as a ‘tradie’ spark your interest?
If you want to gain on-the-job skills, have a career with a significant salary, and avoid years at university, a trade role would be ideal for you.
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The millennial revolution and what it means for your business
By 2020, millennials will make up 35% of the global workforce & Gen Z will make up 24%. Together, that's more than half the entire workforce population. It’s essential that businesses adapt their workplace policies to hold onto these powerful employees who are...
Why we need to think twice before we speak
I received an email the other day, as I do every day from the Herald-Sun newspaper. The email summarizes the main stories of the day and allows me to click on a link and read a story if I choose. Quite normal for any newspaper in these digital days. "However, one...
On Black Women’s Equal Pay Day, what could the future hold?
Today is Black Women’s Equal Pay Day. The date is significant, as it is marks how far into 2018 a black woman needs to work, in order to make as much money as a white male in 2017. As a black woman who is the mother of two daughters, I can’t help but wonder – where...
The benefits of diversity are right in front of your KPIs
If companies want to deliver value for their clients they need diverse talent, strategies and opinions. CEO’s need to foster the development of a business that is inclusive of all and reflects the wider society that their service or product exists to serve. Diversity...
10 mistakes you should avoid when writing responses to selection criteria
There are plenty of traps people can fall into writing responses to selection criteria. Here are ten common mistakes I’ve noticed when reviewing applications. 1. Use recent and relevant examples While this is not always possible, for most responses select examples...
Cricket Australia’s endorsement has been suspended
In July 2018, Cricket Australia became an an Endorsed Employer for Women by meeting minimum standards for the WORK180 criteria. This included amount of paid parental leave for both primary and secondary carers, support for flexible working and initiatives for women in...
Let’s unpack the outrage around this picture
Four men talking about Women in IT. Brace yourself and grab some popcorn -let’s have a look at some of the responses. "You cannot be serious" — Lesley Carhart (@hacks4pancakes) July 27, 2018 "Surprised (not surprised) they found four mansplainers for the panel." —...
How to use flexible working as a competitive advantage
Building a business from the ground up gives the founders of a company the perfect opportunity to create a business where their own beliefs are front and center. “You don’t change the status quo by tinkering at the edges. You take the model and turn it on its head”...
Digging Deep – The Women Behind Sydney’s New Tunnel
A group of eight engineers at Endorsed Employer for Women CPB Contractors are taking on the complex and challenging tunneling works at the WestConnex New M5 project, with positions ranging from undergraduate roles to management and leadership positions. The women...