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How Can We Help You?
This page will help you understand why we are able to help you...
Are you a recent graduate? Yes.
A job-seeker with some experience? Yes.
An experienced worker now wishing to change jobs? Yes.
Questions for recent graduates
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Do you know what employers are looking for? Yes? Good! No? Click here.
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Do you know what jobs suit your skills? No? Click here.
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Do you have work experience in your career area? No? Click here.
Do you have a good resume and cover letter? No? Click here.
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Have you had interviews before? No? Click here.
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Do your qualifications suit your career goals? No? Click here.
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Questions for all job-seekers
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Do you know how to describe your strengths? No? Click here.
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Are you sure of what you really want to do? No? Click here.
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Are you confident approaching employers? No? Click here.
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Can you describe your successes to an employer? No? Click here.
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Have you been successful after interviews? No? Click here.
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Are you received calls to many interviews? No? Click here.
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Questions for people wanting to change jobs
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Are you certain of the type of job you want? No? Click here.
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Have you kept your resume and references up-to-date? No? Click here.
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Do you know how to find jobs at your level and experience? No? Click here.
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Are you only looking for jobs in the job classifieds (papers and online)? No? Click here.
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Do you know which companies you should be approaching? No? Click here.
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Do you know what employers are looking for?
It is very important to understand that employers are always looking for a specific set of skills and often a particular sort of person. An employer doesn't have time to spend a long time getting to know you in an interview, so you must know how to communicate effectively, clearly and to your advantage. New Careers Australia offers thorough training in understanding, interpreting and answering employers' questions.
click to go back to questionsDo you know what jobs suit your skills?
If you're unsure of whether you're applying for the right jobs, we suggest an occupational assessment with one of our psychologists. This helps give you a clearer picture of what you should be aiming for.
click to go back to questionsDo you have work experience in your career area?
Do you have a good resume and cover letter?
If you don't have work experience in your career area don't panic! It will definitely be harder to find a job than for people with experience, but you might have skills from your studies or other jobs which can show that you are a good candidate. New Careers Australia works with many clients to show them what their hidden strengths are and how to explain them.
click to go back to questionsHave you had interviews before?
Job interviews can be scary. It's very important to understand the process and not be too relaxed about questions and what the interviewer wants to find out. We offer training for interviews and run practice interviews so that you can get a feel for what an interview is really like. You can even have a video recording of it so you can see what impression you make.
click to go back to questionsDo your qualifications suit your career goals?
Are you sure of what you really want to do?
You've studied for many years, but maybe you've changed your mind about what you want to do in the future? In this situation we strongly suggest taking an occupational assessment to make sure you're making the right decisions about your future. Then New Careers Australia's psychologist can help you decide on what training you'll need to prepare you for appropriate interviews.
click to go back to questionsDo you know how to describe your strengths?
A major challenge for many job-seekers is understanding what they're good at. It's not good enough to just have a degree. You have to be able to show special qualities so that an employer sees that you are the best choice. Most people don't understand this. That's why New Careers Australia spends many hours analysing the experience and skills of clients so that they know themselves better.
click to go back to questionsAre you confident approaching employers?
Many jobs are only found by actively approaching companies. That's right, the jobs aren't all in the papers or online. If you don't have the confidence to call a company and try to speak to someone who can help you, you might be missing out on the best job for you. We teach our clients how to cold-call companies, maintain contacts, network and find the jobs which are never advertised. We also show clients how to present themselves appropriately in interviews.
click to go back to questionsCan you describe your successes to an employer?
You know that you've done some interesting things in your previous employment? Or maybe you don't think there was anything special? Almost everyone has experiences which can used to show that they are successful and good at what they do. Let New Careers Australia help you discover what your successes are and how to sell your strengths.
click to go back to questionsHave you been successful after interviews?
It can be hard to understand why an employer doesn't choose you for a position you felt was perfect for you. Many clients come to us after rejections. Maybe your resume doesn't highlight your strengths? Maybe you aren't giving the best answers to interview questions? There are many reasons for rejection and we can help you fix the problems, with comprehensive training in skill assessment, interview questions, interview performance, clear communication, and more! New Careers Australia has the complete solution for you.
click to go back to questionsAre you received calls to many interviews?
If you don't get many responses to your applications, it's time to have your resume and cover letter checked! It's also important to discuss whether you're applying for the best jobs for you. We work with all our clients to make sure they aren't wasting time applying for jobs which don't suit their skills. And of course, we ensure that everyone has a clear, targeted resume for their skills and qualifications.
click to go back to questionsAre you certain of the type of job you want?
If you know it's time for a change but you aren't sure how or what, New Careers Australia offers vocational and personality assessments to help guide you to the best decision. Change can be difficult and confusing, so many people need help finding direction.
click to go back to questionsHave you kept your resume and references up-to-date?
Your old resume will rarely be appropriate for a new job search. Styles change, some experience or qualifications become more relevant, and employers look for different things. New Careers Australia guides many career-change clients in preparing for their new goals and the job-seeking challenge.
click to go back to questionsDo you know how to find jobs at your level and experience?
If you're looking to advance your career, it's important to know what level you should aim for and what to expect, realistically, from changing company or direction. We have contacts with recruitment experts who can advise on sensible approaches to professional career change, as well as offering you our own specialist training in interview and job-seeking preparation.
click to go back to questionsAre you only looking for jobs in the job classifieds (papers and online)?
Do you know which companies you should be approaching?
The more ambitious your goals, the less likely it is that you'll find your ideal job in the job classifieds. Building networks and exploring the hidden job market is essential. New Careers Australia can teach you how.
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