Career stories, inspiration & guidance
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Ready to re-energize your career as a late-stage professional?
Feeling stuck in your career? Sometimes, the spark you’re searching for comes from stepping outside your comfort zone. Discover the possibilities of exploring a new industry.
Why a ‘squiggly’ career path could be the ultimate career advantage
Career trajectories aren’t always straightforward—but that can make them all the more interesting! Discover Sara’s journey from art to sustainability.
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Three quick questions with the company winning awards for pay equity
Closing the gender pay gap takes time, especially in traditionally male-dominated sectors like mining, energy, and resources. It demands unwavering commitment and ongoing effort — work our team not only supports but actively highlights for all to see. Why? Our...
Why you don’t have to like cars to love a career at carsales!
At one of Australia’s biggest tech companies, there are endless opportunities to launch and grow a successful career – no automotive experience necessary. If your interest in the automotive industry goes as far as whether your car’s aircon works, you probably haven’t...
How one tech leader soared to success with South32
When Sara Braund was ten years old, a large transport plane crashed into the houses opposite her home, instilling in her a lifelong fear of flying. She was, however, determined to overcome this fear: “After progressing in my career, I accepted an invitation to present...
7 proven strategies one leader uses to help their community thrive
There’s one key ingredient that sets leading organizations apart from the rest: the relationships and communities they create and nurture. This was something that stood out to Carly Gabel when she joined the integrated services company, Downer. With a nearly 20-year...
How one savvy graduate found career success in sales
A sales career can provide exciting and lucrative opportunities for people with the right personality and attitude. Like any career pathway, it has its challenges, but if you’re willing to invest time and effort, you’ll discover a career rich with reward and...
A new dress code: 4 women reclaim what dress for success means to them
“The clothes maketh the (wo)man.” The idea of a ‘dress code’ at work might seem outdated - especially one that stipulates different codes for men and women - but they’re more common than you might think. While many workplaces have taken action to ensure these policies...
5 Tips for flipping the switch in your career
Choosing a degree or starting your career can take time and effort. In the moment, it can feel like you’re determining a path for your whole life. But life doesn’t have to be so black and white. As you gain more experience and exposure, you may discover a passion...
Why diversity & inclusion start with the power of connection
A fast, reliable internet connection means far more than streaming the latest shows. nbn knows the true power of connecting people. nbn knows the positive impact of creating an environment where everyone can thrive. From increased access to education and healthcare to...
High VIS-ibility: Meet the women in hard hats paving the way for a new generation
If there’s one thing we’ve definitely learned in all our years here at WORK180, it’s this: young women cannot be what they cannot see. When addressing gender diversity in traditionally male-dominated industries like engineering and trades, the more visible women role...