Employment Market
Why We Use Real People to Find Your Next Great Hire — And Why That Matters More Than Ever
There is a question that more and more job seekers are quietly asking themselves after they hit submit on an application. Not am I qualified enough? Not will my experience stand out? But this: Was my application even read by a person? It is a telling sign of where recruitment is heading that candidates now…
Read MoreWhat Rising Unemployment Means for You — Whether You’re Hiring or Job Seeking
This morning, the Australian Bureau of Statistics released its latest labour force data — and the numbers were unexpected. Australia’s unemployment rate rose to 4.5% in April 2026, with 18,600 jobs lost across the country. Against a backdrop of consecutive interest rate rises and global economic uncertainty, it is a result that caught most economists…
Read MoreHow to Handle Job Search Rejection Without Letting it Define You
It arrives in your inbox on an otherwise unremarkable Tuesday afternoon. “Thank you for your application. After careful consideration, we have decided to move forward with another candidate.” You read it twice. Put your phone down. Pick it up and read it again. And even though you told yourself not to get too attached —…
Read MoreHow to Rebuild Your Confidence After a Career Setback
There is a particular kind of quiet that descends after a career setback. Not the peaceful quiet of rest — but the disorienting quiet of someone who has lost their footing. Who woke up one day to find that their professional identity, their daily routine and their sense of forward momentum had all, in one…
Read MoreHow to Explain Redundancy on Your CV With Confidence
Been made redundant? You’re not alone — and it’s not the end of your career story. Learn how to address redundancy on your CV, cover letter and in interviews with confidence. Expert advice from Entrée Recruitment Adelaide. How to Explain Redundancy on Your CV With Confidence Let’s start with the most important thing. Being made…
Read MoreYour reputation is your recruiting strategy. Is yours working for you?
In today’s talent market, candidates aren’t just evaluating your job ad — they’re evaluating you. Employer branding has quietly become one of the most powerful (and most underutilised) levers in the hiring toolkit. 88% of candidates consider employer brand before applying 50% reduction in cost-per-hire for organisations with strong brands 107% increase in employer branding…
Read MoreClosing Australia’s Gender Pay Gap: Progress and Purpose
International Women’s Day 2026: What Australia’s Gender Pay Gap Tells Us As we mark International Women’s Day 2026, Australia continues to strive for gender equality, yet the latest data shows there is still significant work to be done when it comes to closing the gender pay gap. The Current Picture According to recent findings from the Workplace…
Read MoreAustralia’s Labour Market Momentum Carries Into 2026
What a Resilient 2026 Economy Means for Australia’s Hiring Market Australia’s labour market continues to show resilience heading into 2026, even as signs of moderation begin to appear across several industries. Insights from the January 2026 edition of the Australian Labour Market Monthly highlight a stable employment environment overall, supported in part by the contribution of temporary visa holders,…
Read More5 Workplace Trends Shaping Careers in 2026 (How You Can Stay Ahead)
With 2026 now well underway, many professionals are asking what this year will bring for their careers and working lives. The workplace continues to evolve rapidly, influenced by technological advances, shifting worker expectations, and a more competitive labour market. What was true in 2025 is still relevant, but the pace of change shows no sign of slowing. Based…
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