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When You Move Interviews, Candidates Move On

Heres a hard truth in todays IT market. The candidates you most want are the least likely to tolerate indecision. Rescheduling interviews has quietly become normalised. Diary clash. Client escalation. Internal meeting runs over. Can we push to next week? It feels minor. I can assure you it is not. Because candidates dont interpret rescheduling as busy. They...

What Actually Lands in an Interview (Spoiler: It’s Not Perfection)

If youre considering using AI during your next interview, dont. What may feel like an advantage is increasingly being recognised by hiring managers and it is costing candidates credibility. The flawless answers. The monotone delivery. The subtle glance to another screen. Hiring managers are noticing. What may seem like a shortcut to sounding polished can quickly erode credibility and...

Hiring Efficiency in a Disciplined Budget Environment

Budget discipline remains front of mind across most organisations. In this climate, hiring decisions are measured, deliberate and closely scrutinised. With fewer large-scale transformation programs and less volume recruitment, each appointment carries greater weight. Managers are seeking candidates who not only meet technical requirements, but who can operate with flexibility and contribute...

Using AI to craft your CV. The do’s and don’ts.

AI tools have made it faster than ever to craft, refine and tailor a CV. Used well, they can sharpen your narrative and save you precious time. Used poorly, they can do the opposite, minimise the impact of your collective experience and raise red flags. As recruiters reviewing hundreds of CVs, were seeing both. Heres how to use AI properly and where to exercise caution. The do...

Emerging Workforce Behaviours in Sydney’s IT Market

Alana Hallett shares her perspective on emerging workforce behaviours across the Sydney IT market. Is your current team conscientiously working away or are they job hugging? Across many organisations, productivity looks steady on the surface. Projects are moving, deliverables are being met, and teams appear focused. But underneath that steady rhythm, something quieter is happening....

Talking Salary: How to Approach the Conversation with Confidence

When applying for a permanent role, its almost inevitable youll be asked two questions early on: What are you currently earning? and What are your salary expectations? We see every response, from open and transparent to hesitant or defensive. The reality is this conversation is unavoidable, and how you approach it can materially influence the opportunities youre considered for. The...

What’s Changing in the Sydney IT Contract Market (and Why Retention Matters)

Replacing a high performing contractor mid-project is one of the most avoidable risks in IT delivery. With contractors having more choice and contract roles continuing to make up a significant share of the workforce (around 28% of IT roles, per SEEK), retention has become critical to project delivery. Over the past 1824 months, many organisations have relied heavily on short-term...

The Rising Demand for Cyber Security Talent in Australia – Are You Prepared?

Australias Cyber Security Skills Shortage Cyber threats are evolving at an alarming rate, and organisations across Australia are struggling to find the right Cyber Security professionals to safeguard their systems. With cybercrime predicted to cost the Australian economy $42 billion annually by 2025, securing top-tier talent has never been more crucial. High-demand roles: Cloud...

The Salesforce Talent Shortage: How to Secure the Best Candidates in 2025

The Demand for Salesforce Talent is Surging Salesforce continues to dominate as the worlds leading CRM platform, with businesses leveraging its powerful ecosystem to drive digital transformation. However, Australia is experiencing a Salesforce talent shortage, making it increasingly difficult for companies to find and hire skilled professionals. Salesforce roles in highest demand:...

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...

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