In recent years, the ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) and renewables industry has experienced a significant boom, driven by the global shift towards sustainable practices and renewable energy sources. As we move toward Net Zero in coming years, more than 300 million additional green-collar jobs will be created by 2050. We know the green collar sector is growing, so how …
For Australian mortgage broker firms, success depends on having good people. As the industry undergoes constant evolution, small to medium-sized mortgage broker companies find themselves grappling with an array of challenges when it comes to the delicate art of hiring, retaining, and engaging employees. This article delves into the multifaceted landscape of employee recruitment and engagement, drawing insights from authoritative …
Welcome to the era of Gen Z, the young and dynamic workforce that is reshaping the modern workplace. As an employer, understanding how to effectively recruit and retain Gen Z employees can give you a competitive edge in attracting top talent. In this article, we will discuss the characteristics of Gen Z and explore practical strategies to build a Gen …
As we are well into the second half of 2022, we want to give you an update on the state of the hiring market and a forecast indicating where the hiring market is headed next. Without a doubt, we are still feeling the shockwaves of the Great Resignation. Widespread shortages of candidates, declining job application rates, and a trend toward …
Ever wondered what employers are looking for right now from job candidates? What is the X factor that makes certain people get the job over others? Where do some candidates fall short? This week we’re taking a look at the things that our clients ask for time and time again. We are on the ground (and the phone) everyday talking …
As we close out 2021, it’s time to once again look at employment market trends. These are the trends we see in our day-to-day operations at Uplift Recruitment. Candidates Are Still Calling the Shots Job supply outweighs demand and that means candidates call the shots. We have personally observed a significant amount of candidates accepting jobs, then pulling out taking …
Top Tips for Hiring Mortgage Brokers With all the craziness going on in the housing market, it’s no wonder mortgage brokers are busier than ever. Guess what ¼ of Australian mortgage brokers say is the biggest challenge in their businesses? Recruiting. We’re willing to say the remaining 75% would say keeping up with demand, which is essentially a recruitment problem. …
Hiring remote employees is a new challenge for many businesses. This challenge is not to be overlooked or pushed under the rug with the hope we will all go back to the office soon. Remote work isn’t a lockdown fad; it’s here to stay. According to Owl Labs’ Remote Work Statistics report, 2019, 18% of employees now work remotely, 100% …
This is our guide on how to hire staff for a small business. It includes a checklist for hiring employees, some ideas about how to find employees in Australia, and general tips for hiring employees for small businesses. If you own a small business, you know how important it is to find the right people. You know that a great …
This is our definitive guide to new employee on-boarding processes. FACT: 1 in 4 new hires will quit within the first 90 days. FACT 2: The cost of hiring a new employee was, on average, $16,500. Think a formal on-boarding process is too costly or time-consuming to create and implement? $16,500 is the cost of replacing an employee based on …