The way you present yourself might be the difference between getting that ‘Yes’ or ‘No’ at a job interview. Throughout an interview, not only will you be evaluated on your verbal communication, but the interviewer will also be reading your body language and making assessments based on the nonverbal signals. The signals shown through your…
Look after your mental health, Australia. October 10th is World Mental Health Day and the theme for WMHD in Australia this year is: “Look after your mental health, Australia”. The COVID-19 pandemic has been a challenging time for so many people on different levels, particularly for managing our mental health. Good mental health is when…
The first essential step towards a successful interview is your preparation. The short time you spend in an interview can dramatically impact whether you get the job and your career prospects. That’s why it’s so important to perform at your best and leave a great first impression. In today’s world, during this pandemic, it is…
Have you ever been asked during an interview “Do you have any questions?” This is your time to take power and demonstrate your interest and initiative. An interview is truly just a conversation and should be a two-way street. As much as the interviewer is trying to establish if you’re a good fit for the…
Congratulations, you’ve made the short-list and scored yourself an interview! Well done, give yourself a pat on the back. It can be a tough gig to even make it this far. But now for the next stage – The Interview! Every single person is unique, with different skills sets and strengths to offer. We don’t…
This article originally featured in the Spring Edition 2020 of the YouthWise Magazine, written by Lorraine Wilson, Co-Founder Keyba Careers. Finding employment is challenging. Unfortunately COVID-19 has only made the job market more competitive and harder to get into. We get it. The whole job seeking process can seem daunting and overwhelming. The reality…
Colin Wilson, Founder of Keyba Careers, chats with Susan Judd from Dare to Care as part of the Thought Leadership Series. In this episode Colin discusses career strategies for young people navigating their way into the workplace. Dare To Care is focused on building future work skills in our Next Generation, working with students,…
It can be challenging for young people to get to first base when looking for work. There is a fair bit of information you can search to help you with tips on what you should do when applying for a job. But equally important, here are 7 tips on what not to do! Don’t lie…
In a crowded job market when so many people are unemployed due to COVID-19, how do you stand out from your competitors who are applying for the same job? There are a few things you can do to differentiate yourself and help you through this process: 1) Look at industries who are recruiting. Although a…
Finding a job isn’t always easy! It takes time and patience to find the right job for you. Before you start looking for employment, you must first determine what you’re passionate about or at least start with a job that you think you will enjoy. When it comes to finding a job, it’s important that…
