Dick Smith’s Walk With Me Event



The team at iPlace Recruitment dusted off our walking shoes and had a great day out strolling around Parramatta River with our friends at Northcott supporting the recent Dick Smith Walk With Me event. Walk With Me celebrates the diversity within our community in an inclusive and festive environment. While it is only a short

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Adventures in Interviewing……Nail Biting



I get the call that my candidate is ready for his interview. During my phone screen he sounded great but there was a slight reservation. I couldn’t quite put my finger on it but I liked him enough to get him in to meet with me. I walk into the room and sat down. I

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Adventures in Interviewing……Lash Attack



So I’m waiting at my desk for my colleague to let me know that my interview is ready. She was 20 minutes late, no call and no apology. I walk into the room and shake her hand and always try to make people feel instantly at ease – it brings out the red flags way

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Dressing for Interviews – The simple do’s & don’ts



Some of us have attended a thousand interviews of every shape & kind. Others rarely have to don that one suit, usually reserved for interviews & funerals. Some of the most commonly asked questions in before an interview include: 1. “What do I wear?” 2. “Skirt or pants?” 3. “Light or heavy make-up?” 4. “Hair

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Navigating A Call About A Job



“Sorry to bother you but can I just take a minute of your time” Applying online is one thing but your phone call to a potential client or Recruiter will make or break your chances of securing your dream job. Treat the call like a potential interview, be prepared and don’t stumble through it or

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