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Careers in technology: Unifying people and technology
In tech, success hinges on keeping your customers front of mind. Here’s how a single red chair & a couple of pizzas are helping AWS do just that!
Travel, culture & other perks of working in a global company
Travelling is sometimes one of the perks of working in a global company! We spoke with Lily about travel and the benefits of working for Paddle.
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Defining Your Hackathon Objectives
The power of the people Have you asked yourself why do you want to hold a hackathon? There’s a lot which can be achieved at a hackathon but the secret sauce to holding a successful hackathon is to clearly define your objectives. Here is what Hackathons Australia did...
Take Three – Theatrical Tips for Stellar Resumes and Interviews
Despite the similarities, we don’t usually approach job applications as a form of performance art. In fact, winning any kind of role – vocational or theatrical depends in large part (pun intended) on honing a set of wow worthy auditioning skills. Auditioning...
Celebrating International Women in Engineering Day
At DCC*, we have met many inspiring women working in non-traditional fields, challenging stereotypes and ideas of who can do what type of work. We've partnered with organizations across Australia such as Engineers Without Borders, Women in Mining Network, Women in...
Top Tips for First-Time Expats Job Hunting in Australia
Everyone, no matter what stage of their career will experience loss of confidence and belief in their abilities. These feelings are compounded when you’ve moved abroad and are looking for a new job, which is why we really appreciated Gunjan Mehta bravely sharing her...
Free Guide to Negotiating Flexible Working
DCC*'s Flexible Working Week and Your Free Guide "Negotiating Flexible Working" DCC*'s inaugural Flexible Working Week is on June 19-23, 2017. During this week, DCC declares a safe week to discuss how your role may be flexible with your employer. Check out our list...
Femeconomy Interviews Tracey Spicer, CEO of Spicer Communications
This article was originally published by Femeconomy. Tracey Spicer, CEO of Spicer Communications, has an enviable portfolio career encompassing television, newspaper, radio and online journalism, and is a highly sought-after writer, speaker and media trainer. She has...
Celebrating the First Woman in Space
On June 16, 1963, Soviet cosmonaut Valentina Tereshkova became the first woman to fly to space when she embarked on the Vostok 6 mission, calling out “Hey sky, take off your hat, I’m on my way!” before launching. In total, she spent almost 3 days in space, orbiting...
Are You My Mentor?
One of the enduring stories they tell us through our careers is that we need a mentor. They don’t exactly say it, but you get the impression that it will solve a lot of problems. Once you find this mysterious person they will guide you on the sacred path to success —...
Femeconomy Interviews Spell & The Gypsy Collective
This article was originally published by Femeconomy. Elizabeth Abegg, Co-Founder of Spell & the Gypsy Collective with sister Isabella Pennefather shares how she career transitioned from film editing to fashion retail and how the sisters from Byron Bay have grown a...