Best free resources to assist you with your Career Journey
Searching for new career opportunities can be challenging, especially if you're contemplating a transition to a different career path. It can feel overwhelming, but the Reimagine Talent team is here to provide you with valuable resources to simplify the process, so please don’t hesitate to get in touch if you would like to have a chat!
Career Planning:
Understanding what a career plan is and how to create one is essential for your success. LinkedIn Learning offers a free course titled Taking Charge of Your Career: Define how the workplace has changed. Discover how to create a career vision, prepare to create short- and long-term goals and identify resources to succeed in your career goals.
Expert Advice on the Job Hunt Process:
For practical guidance on navigating your job search, check out Jenny Foss, Career Strategist, presents a free course via LinkedIn Learning: A Career Strategist's Guide to Getting a Job. This course covers key aspects of the job hunt, including crafting and optimsing your resume and cover letter, finding job listings, leveraging recruiters, establishing your professional brand, preparing for interviews, and negotiating your salary. You can also watch this Webinar: Master the Art of the Resume Summary: A Guide to Writing a Stand-Out This webinar will equip you with the knowledge to craft a powerful professional summary section that grabs hiring managers' attention and effectively conveys your fit for the role.
Finding Jobs: Quick Tips
Register with a Recruiter: Sign up with agencies like Reimagine Talent to be part of a talent pool and be among the first to hear about unadvertised opportunities. Register with Us here.
Utilize LinkedIn: This platform is a powerful tool for job searches. Activate the #OpenToWork feature on your profileto catch the attention of potential employers.
Network: Reach out to friends, former colleagues, and mentors to inform them that you are on the job hunt.
Job Search Platforms: Utilize websites like SEEK, SimplyHired, Glassdoor, Career Jet, Workforce Australia, Adzuna, Jora and CareerOneto discover job opportunities. Set up alerts for relevant roles, and consider registering to enhance your profile visibility to potential employers.
Industry-Specific Resources: Many professional associations maintain job boards where you can find opportunities tailored to your sector. For example, EthicalJobs.com.au is an excellent resource for the not-for-profit sector.
Company Websites: Regularly check the careers section of companies you’re interested in or directly express your interest.
Resume& Application Preparation:
If you’re searching for a job for the first time or haven’t updated your resume recently, it’s crucial to get the basics right first! Next, its time to make it shine with Reimagine Talent’s 5CV Tips. to make your resume stand out.
For additional guidance, LinkedIn Learning's section on resume preparation in "A Career Strategist's Guide to Getting a Job" offers a quick10-minute resource to refine your application.
When applying for positions that require addressing Key Selection Criteria, it's vital to respond thoroughly. These criteria can be intimidating, but addressing them effectively is key to being considered for the role. This guideprovides clear steps on how to tackle this aspect.
Interview Preparation + Negotiation:
As a candidate, the interviewing process can sometimes appear to be a somewhat mysterious and nerve-racking undertaking. While it might feel like a crystal ball might come in handy in these situations, being as prepared as possible is your best option. Importantly, remember all other candidates are nervous and your interviewer has been in your position before too!
Understanding the different types of interviews—screening, informal, formal, and group—can help ease your worries. For in-depth strategies, consider reading our guide on Interview Tips.
If you struggle during interviews, "6 Interview Skills That Will Get You Hired" offers techniques to answer questions with confidence and professionalism. Additionally, whether you have ‘botched’ an interview or just want to follow up, what should you do? LinkedIn Learning’s A Career Strategist's Guide to Getting a Job course (Section 4– Interview Like a Pro) is a great go-to guide for these scenarios.
Salary Negotiation + Employment Entitlements:
Congratulations on being selected as a preferred candidate! Before signing the contract, it’s essential to consider salary, working arrangements, and negotiation.
Firstly, the ‘money talk’, a must read to help you tackle this area with confidence is our Founder, Tabitha West’s 5-minute read, How to talk about money in the recruitment process.
Assessing potential salary, when to negotiate and when to walk way. In this 5-minute read find out the best way for candidates to talk about salary during the recruitment process.
Flexible working arrangements have become a common request in the post-COVID landscape. The Fair Workwebsite provides a best practice guide for flexible working, detailing types of provisions and legal requirements.
For anyone negotiating salary or conditions, Security4Women offers a valuable Recent Discussion Papers and Recent Issue Papers to guide you.
Lastly, familiarise yourself with Fair Work standards regarding employee rights and responsibilities. Reading the guide titled "Before Starting Employment"will equip you with important information.
Remember, the Reimagine Talent team is always here to assist you. If you’d like to discuss your job search or career development further, please don’t hesitate to reach out!
More free resources to consider:
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Supply Chain &Logistics Association of Australia-SCLAA
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LinkedIn Learning
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Remote Working Resources:
Remote Worker Insights- 140 companies answer 6 questions.
Learn a bit more about some of the great people who answered the Remote.co Q&As as they share some of their remote worker insights and anecdotes on work-life balance, remote work environments, and more.
Unlocking the Benefits of Distributed Teams
Remote Work Statistics & Trends: The Latest in Remote Work
The work landscape has changed dramatically and permanently in just a few years. So too has the perception and acceptance of remote work, as the benefits for employers and employees alike have come to light.
5 LinkedIn Profile Tips for Savvy Remote Job Seekers
In today's rapidly evolving job market, leveraging the right resources can make all the difference in your job search. By exploring career planning tools, optimizing your résumé, and preparing thoroughly for interviews, you equip yourself for success. Remember, whether you're just starting out or transitioning into a new field, the key is to stay informed and make use of the free resources available to you. Reimagine Talentis here to support you every step of the way, so don’t hesitate to reach out for guidance as you navigate your next career move.