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Top Tips for Crafting a Killer Resume

Youre probably no stranger to crafting a resume. But when did you last go through it with a fine-tooth comb to make sure it stands out from the crowd? With the average number of applicants to roles on the rise, you can't afford to get lost in the crowd. 6 Top Tips for Crafting a Killer Resume Put Yourself in the Employer's Shoes This is an invaluable tip. When...

The Advantages of Contracting with NSW Government Agencies

Theres no doubt contracting has become the popular choice for IT professionals seeking diverse experiences and a chance to excel in their field. I often wonder why Government isnt at the top of every IT professionals list of places to work. The IT Professionals Best Kept Secret There may be a legacy reputation that Government roles are not as fast-paced or...

Who’s Really Driving The WFH Continuum?

Have you noticed that when the Return To The Office debate rears its head, Team WFH always tends to be skewed towards the younguns? It would be fair to say that Millennials are consistently blamed for not wanting to go back to the office, in fact if we are to believe much of the media hype, Gen Z & beyond simply want it all! According to last years Axios Harris 100 poll...

The Passwordless Revolution is coming. Are you ready?

The Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) estimates the cost of cybercrimes for Australian businesses and individuals was AU$33 billion in 2021.On an individual level, it is estimated that39% of Australians have had theirpasswords compromised in the last 5 years. Amazingly the top 5 most commonly used passwords in the world in 2023 are: 123456, 123456789, Qwerty, Password,....

How to Negotiate a Contractor Rate Increase

Are you prepared to negotiate a rate increase on your contract? With End of Year looming, contractors are asking me for advice on how to effectively negotiate a rate increase. Here are my 6 top tips to help you navigate the negotiation process: Benchmark Market Rates Start off by benchmarking current market rates for your role. Ask your trusted recruiter for...

ERP Professionals – Is it the Right Time to Become a Career Contractor?

Theres no doubt the last few years have been volatile. Having been leaders in the technology recruitment space for over 20 years weve seen our fair share of change. From the 2008 GFC to the Great Rehire to the Great Resignation (and everything in between) technology has evolved at an unprecedented pace. As Head of the ERP team Genesis IT, I can confidently say that whatever changes...

Why Are You Losing Good Candidates?

As demand for good IT candidates increases, more and more Hiring Managers are expressing difficulties in attracting top talent. Employer branding is pivotal. Unfortunately process issues on the employer side can have a negative impact on the company brand leading perfect hires to lose interest. Let me tell you about a scenario I see all too often.... A client was looking to hire a new...

Interview techniques to help you succeed

The Burning Question Candidates Forget To Ask

Greg Powell, National Sales Manager has interviewed over 1000 candidates in a career spanning 25 years. He has a little secret to share.... Having spent the majority of my working life in Recruitment, one thing that has become abundantly clear is that candidates who interview well have a better chance of securing the role than those who dont. What you may not know is that...

How is AI Affecting the IT Job Market?

We're in the midst of an AI Revolution The advancement of technology is inevitable across all industries, so it comes with no surprise that AI skills are fast becoming an asset when applying for a position in the IT industry. The information technology industry has always been a catalyst for rapid change, stimulating a requirement for an evolving job market and an ever-growing list of...

Five signs you’re ready for a new job

Five signs youre ready for a new job At genesis IT weve heard lots of stories about people whove stayed way too long in the same role. Sure, routine can be comfortable, you like your commute and you have a desk near a window but staying put when youre ready for a new challenge can have a negative effect on your self esteem as well as your resume. Of course, there are lots...

Why Women in Tech Matters

Why Women in Tech Matters This week we re-look at the underrepresentation of women in tech and how you can support them and why it matters! Why tech and why now? Only 28% of the Australian IT workforce is female, only 1 in 4 IT graduates are female and theres a persistent gender pay gap of 19% in the Information Media and Telecommunications industry*. Why does this matter? Because...

The ultimate CV dos and don’ts

The ultimate CV dos and donts from the people that know As recruitment specialists, genesis IT consultants see a lot of CVs. In fact, when we are advertising for a new role we can find ourselves trawling through hundreds of CVs a day. This means that when it comes to crafting the perfect CV, we know what were talking about. Lets start with the basics A good CV should always...

The Current Market

Lets be honest, it feels like Groundhog Day. The past eighteen months has been full of uncertainty, in which we saw the global coronavirus pandemic cause unprecedented change across the world, affecting peoples careers, office dynamics and international collaboration. One year on and, once again, we see lockdown in some of Australias major cities. However, one overarching trend that...

How do you know you can trust a recruitment consultant?

It pains us to admit this, but as a profession, a recruitment consultant doesnt always have the best reputation. We get it there are some unscrupulous operators out there and you may have been burned. At Genesis we like to think were different and we want our clients and candidates to trust us. Its all very well saying that though, right? But how can you tell your recruitment...

How to give meaningful feedback

The words meaningful feedback can strike fear into the heart of any professional, but theres no need to fret. With the right tools in place giving feedback can be constructive and motivational. In fact, good feedback can be the difference between a team thriving or flailing. So what is the best way to give meaningful feedback? Here we give you five steps to delivering feedback that...

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