Summer holidays are almost over, and soon, we’ll be back to reality. What now? If you’ve decided that you are not going back to school, university, further studies or training courses and finding a job is on your agenda, you need to know where to look to find a job. The thing to remember is…
With the end of the year only weeks away, January is often a time for recharging the batteries, self-reflection and setting new goals for the new year. With the challenges we’ve had this past year, there is no denying we are all looking forward to a promising 2022, filled with good experiences and new…
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…
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…
