Yesterday I attended a CDANZ breakfast panel discussion entitled “Applying for a Job” What do candidates need to know about the recruitment process? The panellists included recruitment specialists Katy Lloyd (Talent and Culture Manager, Accor Group), Holly Sheldon (Recruitment and Talent Advisor, Foodstuffs) and Jacqui Shore (People and Performance Advisor, Delegats Wines). The three specialists…
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Show gratitude towards others at work (everyday!)
I absolutely adore this quote. It represents the hope in our lives, providing the energy that keep us connected, grounded and kind. Showing gratitude puts you in a state of reflection where you see things, actions, people and memories in an appreciative way. When you express gratitude towards others, your face softens and you become…
Pacific perspectives on career development
Talofa lava, Kiaorana, Malo e lelei, Ni sa bula vinaka, Fakaalofa lahi atu, Malo ni, Kia ora koutou and greetings. Last week a panel discussion focusing on the Pacific Perspectives on Career Development featured at the CDANZ National Symposium in Auckland. The panelists included: Fa’anānā Efeso Collins (Samoa, Tokelau) , Councillor – Auckland Council Dr Jemaima…
Happy 20th birthday CDANZ!
What do you when the main professional body for career development in New Zealand (yes, that would be CDANZ) celebrates their 20th birthday? Well… you think about the chef who bakes the cake, the event planner who organises the party, the emcee who facilitates and hosts the event, the writers who construct the speeches, the…
So what’s your coffee of choice?
Okay peeps. Finally a blog post about coffee! This morning I woke feeling more tired than usual (must be all that weekend sunshine) and my first instinct was to get a coffee when I got to work. Habit, or something more you ask? Some argue that there are scientific health benefits relating to caffeine consumption:…
My ferry has been my fairy
As a true-blue Aucklander and JAFA, I can staunchly say that my car has been a core part of my adult existence. With all of Auckland’s bumps, hills, roads that make no sense, and rapidly growing population, I have always used my car (currently named ‘X-Man’) to go everywhere, even when venturing into the busy…
A new chapter begins for you dad!
A year ago I blogged about my dad and how he turned 65. At that stage he was so adamant that he wasn’t ready for retirement. He wanted to save a bit more money for projects to do around the house (ie. create mum’s dream kitchen). Flash forward to 2017 and last Friday he officially…
Awesome (yet arduous) August
Goodbye August. Boy, what a hard, challenging month you were! You put me through the wringer, tested my patience, made me confront myself, and took me on a rollercoaster of emotions. Despite going through this arduous process, I made the bold decision to leave my workplace after 5.5 years. Yup! Time for a new start…
A global student is every student
Yesterday Unitec had it’s Open Day and it was so exciting to show members of the public our new working space, Te Puna. Along with amazing Student Support Team Leader Helena Finau, our role was to co-ordinate a group of student “Connector” volunteers. The Connectors are a group of International students who engage in organised…
Self care weekend
Last week was such a roller-coaster at work. Lots of ups and downs with many challenges thrown into the mix. I noticed I was getting tired. Over-sensitive. Crabby. Emotionally exhausted. Psychologist Guy Winch says too many of us deal with common psychological-health issues on our own, but we don’t have to. He makes a…
Career Coffee Chats 