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SEEK –“60% of Australians feel that looking for a new job is a huge task and for good reason. Over a quarter (26%) of job seekers who are currently searching for a new job have been looking for three to six months. The truth is, in today’s competitive job market, it takes considerably more time and energy to find employment than it did a decade ago.”The current unemployment rate in NSW is 3.8% and NSW has the highest employment participation rate at 66%. This means we have the most people either employed or actively looking for work in Australia. The people of NSW are working and working hard.So, if you’re contemplating looking for a new job or have already embarked on your job seeking journey, here are some tips and references to help you stay motivated throughout the process.

Resume Writing

Resume is an important tool with any job search, it provides you with an opportunity to showcase your skills, education, work experience, trainings and accomplishments. It is very important to have a succinct resume with all correct information as that’s the first information any employer will have about a prospective employee.

Resume should reflect who the individual is with professional experiences and can also reflect the career goals.

Tips for Resume writing

  1. Choose a professional layout and font
  2. Choose a resume template from your industry
  3. Make sure all information on resume is correct, that you can provide evidence
  4. Use a professional email address in contact us and use Australian address for snail mail
  5. Make strategic use of bold, caps and italics
  6. Match your cover letter to your resume
  7. Tailor your Resume and Cover for each employer
  8. If there are large gaps in career, write explanation
  9. Use Australian English in your resume

Interview Skills

Interviewing for a job can be nerve-wrecking. You may feel uncomfortable “selling” yourself or fielding unexpected questions. Or the prospect of having to meet and impress new people may be enough to trigger stress or anxiety.

However, no matter how fearful you may be about job interviewing, it’s important to remember that it is a skill you can learn. With preparation and practice, you can become a master at sharing your value with potential employers, presenting yourself effectively at interviews, and getting the job you want.

Professional Attire

The major reason why dressing in proper business attire is important for every business professional is because it presents a visual image and sends a message that the employees are professional.

Business Setup

Starting or buying a business necessitates research, risk, passion, courage and planning. You need to navigate your way through a maze of legislations, business registrations, understanding of taxation and insurances, various options for business structures and accounting software. You also need a marketing plan, website and social media channels. Please refer to some tools, templates and checklists to help you fast track your journey to successful business setup and ongoing growth.

Resources

Getting into small business can be exciting, but there can be a lot of steps involved. The First Business app is a great place to start.

First business app – Moneysmart.gov.au

Guide to starting a business | business.gov.au

If you’re doing business in Australia, this guided search can help you find out:

  • if you’re eligible to apply for a grant or program
  • what you could receive from the grant or program, if successful

 

Grants and programs finder | business.gov.au

 

Choose your business structure

Setting up a business structure | ASIC – Australian Securities and Investments Commission

Register for an Australian business number (ABN)

Register for an Australian business number (ABN) | business.gov.au

Register your business name with ASIC

Steps to register your business name | ASIC – Australian Securities and Investments Commission

Video tutorial to learn more about registering a business name for the first time using ASIC Connect

How to register a business name for the first time – YouTube

Legal requirements for small business

Legal requirements for small business | ASIC – Australian Securities and Investments Commission

Legal essentials for business | business.gov.au

Small business & the Fair Work Act – Fair Work Ombudsman

Tax registration for your business

Register for taxes | business.gov.au

Articles

Know your rights and obligations when selling online | business.gov.au

Financial Skills

Professional Development

With companies increasingly adopting workplace digitisation and automation in varying measures the pressure to have the right skill sets to keep pace with changing technology is here to stay. Merely having a degree is clearly not enough. Hence, in the current scenario re-training and re-skilling is an alternative option to overcome the gaps in currency.

Please see the resources to find out about the skills, knowledge and abilities you may need for your job.

Awareness of Social Topics

We know that depression, anxiety and suicide can affect any of us at any time – regardless of our culture or background. We also know that a range of factors can make it harder for people in some communities to seek and access support.  Being treated unfairly because of who we are or what we look like has a negative effect on our mental health. In 2011, 1 in 7 Australians reported experiencing discrimination because of their culture or ethnicity, which can cause psychological distress, anxiety and depression.

If you’ve experienced racism or discrimination, you can report it. You might find it hard to ask for support, feel ashamed, or not know who can help in your local area. It’s important to remember that there are lots of organisations and services available to help you, as well as information and advice in different languages. (Reference from Beyond Blue website)

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