Love them or hate them, traditional Q&A job interviews are still perceived as effective and widely favoured by recruiters. But is simply having a chat about a candidate’s skills and experience really the best way to evaluate their potential?
People & culture
We’re all familiar with the benefits of a flexible work policy, particularly for employees juggling increasingly busy lives. But without the traditional nine-to-five routine, how can you keep your team on track and make sure your business interests are still being met?
In a rapidly evolving, competitive world, having top talent at your fingertips can make all the difference. Of course, you need to know how to attract and retain them first, and this is where your employer brand comes in.
What is it that sets a good leader apart from a mediocre one? As part of the Optus ‘Things I look for…’ series, I asked Jude Rajkumar, Head of Product at next-generation online mortgage broker uno Home Loans, for her perspective on leadership and the traits she’s most drawn to.
In the new Optus ‘Things I look for…’ series, I talk to Vincent Turner, founder and CEO of uno Home Loans, about startup recruitment strategies and the qualities he values most when building a winning team.
Many of the world’s most innovative organisations credit company culture as the secret to their success. So what do they mean by ‘culture’ and how do you cultivate one of your own?