EmploymentEmployers consider recruitment optionsBusinesses using recruitment agencies to hire staff may be missing out on exposure to almost half of prospective applicants.05 Apr 05:00 PM
EmploymentIs this why no one wants the $400K job?Stress of running own clinics seen as putting doctors off working in isolated country areas.23 Feb 04:00 PM
EmploymentThe $400K job that no one wantsBest of the Business Year: Two years of advertising fails to find recruit for smalltown role despite "ridiculous income".22 Feb 04:00 PM
EmploymentDon't make these common CV mistakesThinking of a job change? Here are eight common CV mistakes.20 Jan 12:00 AM
EmploymentWith this paypacket, I thee wedMuch like a bad romance, a bad hire can have significant financial and emotional costs.17 Nov 02:23 AM
EmploymentYoung professionals left to languishNZ companies are failing to develop skills in graduates say recruitment specialists.06 Nov 10:09 PM
BusinessNew programme an industry disruptorA programme anticipated to change the face of the IT recruitment industry has today been launched by two NZ business owners.12 Sep 12:00 AM
EmploymentPutting new spin on recruitmentSitting at the tennis behind a man using the Tinder dating app, recruitment industry executive Sharon Davies had a brainwave. "I am totally creating something like that for recruitment," she told herself.10 Sep 05:00 PM
OpinionJane Kennelly: How to spot a high-potential employeeBeing able to spot high potential sounds relatively simple, yet in reality, it's a complicated activity, writes recruitment expert Jane Kennelly.26 Aug 09:55 PM
RetailHiring for the 'right look' influences shoppersHaving staff who share the same appearance as customers may deliver a competitive advantage to retailers.25 Jul 01:59 AM
OpinionAnnie O'Keefe: Help improve your chance of a glowing referenceAsking your employer for a verbal reference can be extremely awkward. Here are some tips from Career agent Annie O'Keefe.04 Jun 02:40 AM
OpinionAnnie O'Keefe: Jobs - dealing with odd and awkward questionsCareer agent Annie O'Keefe on how to tackle odd, awkward and uncomfortable questions in a job interview.08 Apr 09:45 PM
New ZealandJob offer is the bombWanted: military personnel with nerves of steel and a pair of steady hands.14 Mar 04:00 PM
OpinionJane Kennelly: Learn to value your valuesWhen you're clear on your values, you're able to make consistent decisions and take committed action.11 Mar 08:30 PM
Employment'Pile of crap' post breached agreementA worker who posted comments online calling his former employer "a pile of crap" has been penalised for breaching a settlement agreement.09 Mar 01:28 AM
OpinionJane Kennelly: Don't trip over the big OE discussionAs with most employment situations, there's a good way to tackle announcing you're leaving for your OE and a not-so-good approach.16 Feb 08:30 PM
ManufacturingGraduates flock to booming IT industryIn November last year Datacom attended the New Zealand Job Fair in Sydney, organised by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment.10 Feb 04:00 PM
EmploymentAccounts and finance staff in demandFirms looking for skilled candidates who can add value to their systems13 Jan 04:30 PM
ConstructionSurge in summer job listings - Trade MeNew figures show there's been a big hike in demand for jobs over the past year. So what vacancies are employers looking to fill - and where?08 Jan 09:35 PM
EmploymentJane Kennelly: Tackling the "What are your weaknesses?" questionDesigned to catch you out or trip you up, this age old interview probe can actually be taken as a positive question.04 Dec 01:30 AM
EmploymentJane Kennelly: What should I expect from a recruitment agency?Being able to identify recruitment agencies who share your enthusiasm about your career and provide a 'whole person' approach is key.27 Nov 01:00 AM
Banking and financeBNZ boss backs efforts to clean up polluted waterwaysBNZ chief executive Anthony Healy has thrown his weight behind efforts to clean up New Zealand's polluted waterways.23 Oct 02:38 AM
Small BusinessYour Business: Hiring right with Lorraine Warren, Massey UniversityYour Business editor Caitlin Sykes talks with Massey University Professor Lorraine Warren about hiring staff.16 Sep 02:00 AM
OpinionJane Kennelly: Get your skates on before skills shortages biteThe skills shortage 'red flag' is going unnoticed in many regions as employers ignore the signals.15 Sep 09:30 PM
EmploymentClosing the talent gap - where are the skilled staff?From restaurants to rocket-builders — businesses of all sorts share a common problem: Finding enough skilled staff. Anthony Doesburg reports.14 Aug 05:00 PM
Personal FinanceThe top 10 highest earning jobsWhile money isn't everything, it sure can help. These are the top 10 highest earning jobs in New Zealand.06 Aug 02:00 AM
New ZealandEnglish language test: 'No xtra time'A Kiwi nurse required to sit a three-hour English exam before practising in Britain says candidates were told on a noticeboard they would be allowed “no xtra time”.09 Jul 05:55 AM
