Written by Carina Wilson, Keyba Careers. 20-year old student, juggling part-time and casual work, plus uni. Completed VCE in 2017. The questions we all hate being asked, “What are you doing next year? Are you going to uni?” This question pops up in just about every conversation you have, and by the 700th time…
Are you looking for a Work Placement or Work Experience? Are you undertaking a VET program as part of your VCE or VCAL studies? You may be required to work with a host employer to complete a mandatory number of hours of Structured Workplace Learning (SWL). Or are you independently seeking work experience, to gain a…
Wondering how people secure Christmas casual jobs in 2019? The Christmas period is the best time of the year for individuals seeking casual job opportunities in retail. In order to survive the retail rush, businesses in retail and hospitality are always on the lookout for casual workers to help them deal with the store traffic….
As part of Wyndham Learning Festival, Wyndham City Council invited a panel of experts from business, government and education to share their thoughts on the future of employment. Key Business Advisors and Keyba Careers were part of this event held at Werribee Plaza Library on the 6th of September, 2019. Colin Wilson, Director, Key Business…
According to a research conducted by a leading psychologist, ‘VCE could make depression, anxiety worse among kids as the exams coincide with teenagers when they are most vulnerable.’ With the rising rates of anxiety some students are seeking alternative pathways such as ‘Unscored VCE’, to deal with exam stress. Studies have shown that a good…
Learn Local providers across Victoria offer a wide range of training programs to meet the learning needs of individuals. They have been instrumental in transforming lives through quality education and training specially designed to their needs. The Victorian Learn local Awards are held annually to recognise the efforts of people that ‘transforms lives through community…
Finding a job after finishing high school or university is becoming more competitive due to the changing landscape of work. In today’s world, millennials are more educated, tech savvy and connected than ever before but even those with university degrees are struggling to find employment… So, what does this mean for those young people who…
Our friends and clients of Key Business Advisors, The Brainary, have released a new children’s game which focuses on teaching human rights at a young age. In a world that is more connected than ever before as a result of globalisation, this game could not be timelier. Founder of the Brainary and creator of this…
Having a good resume is extremely important when looking for a job, however, would you believe that many people struggle to write a good resume. There are so many different formulas of what people suggest is the right or wrong way when creating a resume however, one thing for sure, is that there are definitely…
This year’s Brimbank Careers Fair was a huge success, with over 1,500 students attending the annual event! The Brimbank Careers Fair has been designed to help young students begin their transition into the workforce by showcasing employment, training, apprenticeship and career opportunities. Keyba Careers was lucky enough to be a part of the Careers Fair…
