The most common reason we hear from businesses about why they don’t want to use a recruitment company is how much it will cost. We understand; we really do. In the current economic climate, everyone is watching what they spend. However, we truly believe that using a recruitment agency is a more cost-effective way of hiring staff. This is especially true when working with an experienced, long-standing agency like HB Group.
With the arrival of COVID-19, many people suddenly and unexpectedly found themselves working from home, hunched over their laptop at their dining table or kitchen bench. Which is fine for the short term but, as we're sure you have discovered, these conditions take their toll over the long term. We've got a few simple tips and hacks for you that will help you to be more comfortable while working from home.
Thursday, 05 December 2019
As people become more globalised, workplace diversity is on the increase. It is becoming more common that cultural holidays vary among employees. As employers welcome and encourage diversity, consideration must be given to the needs of a multicultural workforce and flexible leave entitlements.
Friday, 25 October 2019
The first day of work in a new role can be daunting and overwhelming. Not only are you tasked with learning the ins and outs of your new job, but you also need to learn the name of your colleagues, their roles and how the business runs.
Here are some of our key ice breakers to help you learn the ropes and ease into your new position faster.
Tuesday, 28 May 2019
Have you ever wondered if hiring a “Temp” might be the right choice for your business?
In this post, we take a look at the nature of “Temp” work, and how it fits in to today’s competitive environment where flexibility is a key business advantage. Also, in a heavily litigious era where Australia’s Employment legislation has been criticised for being overly favourable to employees (and onerous to employers), is hiring a ‘Temp’ a better choice for employers?
Thursday, 03 March 2016
You’ve just landed that dream job and now it is time to resign from your current position. Resigning from a job can be very stressful for all involved, and it is important, particularly in a small city like Toowoomba, to do so with dignity. After all, you never know when you will come across your former supervisor or colleagues again, or need a reference from them!
Tuesday, 01 September 2015
If you’re currently looking for work in Toowoomba, chances are you’ve read a million blog posts (ok, maybe a slight exaggeration) on what to do at a job interview.
But all that “do this, do that” stuff can get rather overwhelming. So in this blog post, we thought we’d take the opposite approach. Rather than talking about what to do, we figured we’d talk about what not to do.
Wednesday, 11 March 2015
Sometimes, staff need to be let go from your company.
Whether you’re downsizing in response to an economic downturn, or restructuring to improve efficiency, saying goodbye to some of your people is a part of life in today’s business world.
Friday, 24 July 2020
When looking for a new recruit, it can be tempting to hire a person based on their skill set only, especially if you feel that you don’t have the time to train them. However, keep in mind that all new recruits need some training and be careful not to dismiss the importance of cultural fit in favour of perceived convenience.
With Scott Morrison saying that Australia is “not too far away” from relaxing the Coronavirus restrictions, you may be starting to think about what business is going to look like once that happens. Maybe you had to downsize your team and now you’re worried if you’ll have enough resources when business starts to pick up again. Perhaps you’re concerned if your current team will be able to keep up if business picks up quickly. Or maybe you just can’t commit to hiring a permanent staff member until you’re sure what your business needs are. One of the best solutions is to consider hiring flexible, temporary staff through HB Group.
Tuesday, 26 November 2019
Some people juggle busy schedules and make it look so easy! On the otherhand, some people are wrestling workload, burdened by expectations and wondering why they simply aren’t getting their work done.
Monday, 16 September 2019
Your resume is one of the most important tools you have to impress your potential employer. Get your resume right, and you’ll be on your way to securing the job of your dreams.
There are many elements that you need to consider when crafting the perfect resume. Whether you are setting out in your job search to write your very first resume or you've decided to re-write an existing CV, you may have many questions.
Monday, 26 September 2016
Staff retention is a serious concern for many employers. Losing a valued employee is both costly and disruptive.
Recruitment is not the only cost involved. There are hidden costs because it takes the average employee about three months to get up to speed in a new job.
Monday, 01 February 2016
With the recent news that Toowoomba has one of the lowest unemployment rates – 3.7% - in Queensland ABS Labour Force Survey 2015 we are reminded how fortunate we are to live in this wonderful city. Toowoomba Regional Council has recently launched a new slogan for the region “Rich Traditions, Bold Ambitions”, along with bright and bold branding, and while the rich traditions are alive and well, the bold ambitions are more evident than ever before.
Thursday, 28 May 2015
Whether it’s a debate over the retirement age or an exposé on age discrimination, Australia’s aging population is often a topic of discussion in the media. And it’s a topic that affects business.
Figures show that when older Australians lose their jobs, they remain unemployed for longer than their younger counterparts. Often, there is a reluctance in the business world when it comes to hiring over 50s.
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