Retail Blog
Tips for surviving and thriving during the Christmas retail chaos
Most people would dread heading to their local shopping centre during the festive season, so spare a thought for those working in retail store jobs. Rude customers, hours on your feet, long queues and jam-packed car-parks can all make for a big dose of Christmas stress and chaos. So how can you ignore the craving…
Read MoreHow to recruit for the festive season
The festive season is hugely busy time for retailers – with some studies suggesting that retail sales during the holiday months can account for a whopping 30 percent of annual sales. Which makes it all the more important that you have retail staff you can rely on to handle the rush and the associated customer…
Read MoreDo you get these awesome perks in your job?
Countless studies show that when we’re looking for jobs, we’re not just zeroing in on salary anymore. And it doesn’t matter if you’re seeking jobs in allied heath, construction jobs, retail vacancies or openings for hospitality staff – you’ll also be looking at the perks on offer, too. The good news is, companies are starting…
Read MoreHow workplace happiness and other issues affect your bottom line
Happy employees are more energetic, more productive and more invested in your business – that’s a fact. But if your staff aren’t thriving and there’s a stressful, negative vibe around your workplace, you can bet it’ll affect your business and your bottom line overall. The good news is, you can take steps to turn things…
Read MoreNew year, new career: 6 entry level jobs set to boom
If you’re just at the start of your working life, you may be wondering which career path to take. It’s a fair question, but the idea that you should ‘follow your passion’ isn’t realistic for most entry-level job-seekers, say industry experts. Rather, try this real-world formula: 1) Think about the type of role that’ll spark…
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