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<title><![CDATA[Best career advice ever]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Careers never stand still...be ever restless and vigilant.
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<content><![CDATA[Careers never stand still...be ever restless and vigilant.


	First impressions are a key factor in career success at any level, including job searching, interviews, and internal promotions.



	Be willing to ask for information, expertise, or help. Successful people seldom reach the pinnacle on their own.



	Do not use AI for writing job application documents or for lodging personally written electronic documents, such as reports, assessments, or PhD theses.



	
	What worked well in the past is probably obsolete in today&#39;s employment market...update your job search methods now.
	



	If you are seeking an internal promotion, always perform and act as if you are already in your target position.



	Develop yourself as an expert in an area or issue that is important to the company, but no one else is doing it.



	Ongoing professional development is the key to your career future...never lose your keys.



	Talent can only go so far&hellip;present yourself as a person who makes things.



	Get face-to-face with people.



	Statistics show that most people will have, on average, six career changes during their lifetime.



	In the AI era, understanding employment and application protocols is critical.



	Personal branding &amp; social media interactions are evolving tools that career-conscious people need to harness.



	Don&#39;t let the sunset today without making a positive career decision.



	Don&#39;t automatically take the first job offer...learn how to negotiate a better deal.



	People experiencing enforced workplace career change often have unrealistic expectations.



	Assess yourself carefully to maximise your career potential.



	The world of work and career success has undergone significant changes over the past decade and a half.



	Today is a great time to make a critical career decision...go on, I dare you!



	People who listen learn.



	Your career/job pays for your house, living expenses, children&#39;s education, holidays and much more...nurture and feed it constantly.



	Powerful career attitudes can make a real difference to your future.



	The next most important document to your resume is your PORTFOLIO.



	Target marketing employers directly can bring results.



	Career advancement cannot occur until management recognises that you are adding value to the organisation.



	Job applications need to be 100% spot on.



	Every career-focused professional deserves individual treatment.



	The thing you are avoiding may be the most productive step you can take for your job search.



	Companies continue to hire through referrals and networking&hellip; position yourself strategically today.



	A job search usually takes time.



	The world is not fair, particularly in the job search process.



	A clear understanding of your career options/possibilities is vital for any career-focused person.



	If recruiters ask for your social media passwords or permission to access private information, politely refuse.



	
	Your future employer is watching you online.  Keep your online and social media presence clean and professional...you never know.
	
	
	To get your job search going, build a solid foundation of self-knowledge and clarity...THEN start.
	
	
	Many companies are making it a formal policy to derive most new hires from internal employee referrals (networking).
	
	
	There will never be a better time than today...act now.
	
	
	A savvy professional should create a compelling 60-second video pitch highlighting their talents to capture employers&#39; attention.
	
	
	Ensure that all undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications enhance your employability and are relevant to your long-term career goals.
	
	
	If you want to get lucky, take action.
	
	
	Focus on areas where you excel and can add immediate value to an employer.
	
	
	Always talk to the person noted on a job ad...the power of TALKING TO PEOPLE in a job search is massive.
	
	
	Update accomplishments on your CV and LinkedIn regularly so that when that ideal job pops up, you are ready.
	
	
	If you feel comfortable and settled in your job today, then it is probably time to make a move.
	
	
	Don&#39;t be shy to highlight your achievements...they accurately validate your quality and worth to an employer.
	
	
	Consider all aspects of a job search to test your ability to outperform expectations, and plan your actions accordingly.
	
	
	Give yourself the credit you deserve; believe in yourself; go do it; don&#39;t procrastinate; develop your career NOW!
	
	
	Be flexible with your job requirements; you may discover undiscovered career opportunities and pathways.
	
	
	Never underestimate the value of conversation in a job search. Actively engage/talk to people in your target market.
	
	
	A strong branding statement is essential for your CV and LinkedIn profile.
	
	
	Concise personal marketing documents that demonstrate the portability of skills will quickly get an employer&rsquo;s interest.
	
	
	Defer any telephone screening calls from recruiters immediately, then set a suitable time to speak and prepare.
	
	
	Think like a job filler, not a job seeker.  Tell employers what you can do for them and the value they will receive.
	
	If you are an expert at something, let others know...Tweet, Blog, join special interest groups...be heard and seen now.



	Manage your career like a product that has to be taken to market. Ensure that the packaging and contents are GREAT.



	Do something every day towards your career goal, spend 15 minutes to plan and initiate specific actions.



	Build your network daily, keep feeding it like there is no tomorrow, so if you lose your job, you won&#39;t ever be alone.



	A job interview is an exchange of information. YOU are interviewing them as well...is this job a good fit for you?



	Career action is essential to generate real opportunities.



	Be one of the few who follow up an interview with a thank you note and explain why you are a good fit for the position.



	Professionals should never stop expanding their network, giving &amp; requesting recommendations, and updating their network.



	Apply for jobs that you are qualified for, and only where you can REALLY join the dots for the employer/interviewer.



	Work closely with your referee.



	Be ready to tell your career success in 1 - 2 minutes...relate your successes directly to the job and interview.



	Invest in yourself with ongoing education, training and professional development. It&#39;s your future job security.



	It is essential to reenergize yourself and take a new look at life, as well as where you want your career to be in 5 years.



	If you don&#39;t take charge of your own career, no one else will. Develop your detailed career plan immediately.



	The danger of playing it safe in your career is a silent killer...like a slow tyre leak, it can be very destructive.&acirc;&#128;&#139;&acirc;&#128;&#139;&acirc;&#128;&#139;



	Ultimately, what counts is that you grow your career by regularly pushing through your comfort zone.



	It is important to know where you are going with your career so that you can plan the critical actions required.



	
	Smart job seekers identify &amp; clarify their target market &amp; are emotionally committed to finding the right job.
	
	
	Don&#39;t be derailed by the lack of support from others...your career is your responsibility and your future.
	
	
	Retain accolades, awards, commendations &amp; course certificates to use at an interview to substantiate your achievements.
	
	
	Effective communication shows your professionalism and confidence (enticing abilities that employers highly value).
	
	
	A recent poll reveals that 47% of workers ranked &ldquo;connections&rdquo; as the most helpful factor in advancing their careers. 
	
	
	Visualise success at every stage of your job search from initial contact through to the interview stage...YOU CAN DO IT!
	
	
	We all need to think about and plan our career journeys...take one step at a time or even two...just keep doing.
	
	
	Careers are not straight pathways; there will be twists &amp; turns...ensure that you make the right choices every time.
	
	
	Never base your salary negotiations on what you need; base them on your market value and the maximum an employer will pay.
	
	
	What worked well in the past is probably obsolete in today&#39;s employment market...update your job search methods.
	
	
	Your job for today is to prepare for your job tomorrow...career development never ends .
	
	
	Treat a job search like a full-time job... at least 6 hours per day, 5 days a week.
	
	
	In the second decade of the 21st century, recruitment methods have changed dramatically.
	
	
	Join a professional association in your industry and become active...develop connections and expand your network. 
	
	
	It is easy to get slack in a job search...get up early, shower and dress, then attack your job search professionally.
	
	
	Your network is your most valuable career asset...far more important than a r&eacute;sum&eacute;...nurture it every day.
	
	
	By leveraging your network in the proper way, you may never have to look for a job again...jobs will come to you.
	
	
	Define a long-term career/life goal and make it a key factor in all your career decision-making.
	
	
	Matching your skills, passions, values, talents and experience to job and career options is  imperative.
	
	
	Excel in your skill sets, develop new skills, attend conferences/webinars, get more qualifications &amp; you will succeed.
	
	
	Keep your online profiles up to date; recruiters &amp; employers are always on the lookout for the best talent .
	
	
	Offering your expertise rather than &quot;selling yourself&quot; presents you as a valuable candidate.
	
	
	By developing a reputation as a leader in your industry, you will position yourself for many unsolicited job offers.
	
	
	If you don&#39;t have a clear career goal with an achievable ACTION PLAN to get you there, then you won&#39;t reach it.
	
	
	Do something every week that will take you closer to your dream job...keep in touch with your network &amp; mentors.
	
	
	Watch and emulate successful people whose job you would like; if possible, ask questions on how they got there. 
	
	
	Do not listen to negativity; believe in yourself &amp; focus on developing your career to the maximum... It&#39;s your life.
	
	
	It is essential to reenergise yourself &amp; take a new look at life, plus where you want your career to be in five years.
	
	
	If you don&#39;t take charge of your own career, no one else will...develop your detailed career plan.
	
	
	The danger of playing it safe in your career is a silent killer...like a slow tyre leak, it can be very destructive. 
	
	
	Mature age job seekers can display their expertise by using social media &amp; clearly present themselves as experts in their field.
	
	
	Ultimately, what counts is that you grow your career by regularly pushing through your comfort zone.
	
	
	It is important to know where you are going with your career so that you can plan the critical actions required.
	
	
	Smart job seekers identify &amp; clarify their target market &amp; are emotionally committed to finding the right job.
	
	
	Don&#39;t be derailed by the lack of support from others...your career is your responsibility &amp; your future.
	
	
	Retain accolades, awards, commendations &amp; course certificates to use at an interview to substantiate your achievements.
	
	
	Visualise success at every stage of your job search from initial contact through to the interview stage...YOU CAN DO IT!
	
	
	A recent poll reveals that 47% of workers ranked &ldquo;connections&rdquo; as the most helpful factor in advancing their careers.
	
	
	We all need to think about and plan our career journeys...take one step at a time or even two...just keep doing.
	
	
	Careers are not straight pathways; there will be twists &amp; turns...ensure that you make the right choices every time.
	
	
	Never base your salary negotiations on what you need; instead, base them on your market value and the maximum an employer is willing to pay.
	
	
	Never post personal information on your LinkedIn page; all status updates should be professional in nature.
	
	
	Your job for today is to prepare for your job tomorrow...career development never ends.
	
	
	Treat a job search like a FULL-TIME job...at least 6 hours per day, five days per week.
	
	
	Package yourself online, review your LinkedIn profile &amp; clearly express your future career vision.
	
	
	In today&#39;s employment market, the worst thing you can do is to stay in the same position too long and become unemployable.
	
	
	Careers are for life, and the lifeblood of careers is persistence! 
	
	
	Internal career development of current employees can be a rich source of talent.
	
	
	Many people are overwhelmed at the prospect of attending an interview.
	
	
	Define a long-term career/life goal and make it a key factor in all your career decision-making.
	
	
	A clear understanding of your career options/possibilities is vital for any career-focused person.
	
	
	An interview is not about you. It is what YOU CAN DO FOR THE EMPLOYER.
	
	
	Networking - your core job search tool.
	
	
	Informational interviews can help you explore your options.
	
	
	EXPAND YOUR CAREER OPTIONS! Where can you fit in?
	
	
	Many graduates are underprepared to transition into the workforce.
	
	
	The main predictor of career success is the size &amp; scope of your network.
	
	
	CAREER MANAGEMENT in today&rsquo;s workplace is essential for any career-focused person.
	
	
	Most important job search tip EVER: &quot;Always be overprepared&quot;.
	
	
	Continuous professional development is the foundation of any career.
	
	
	To ignore training and career development is simply &ldquo;bad business management&rdquo;.
	
	
	Interview tip: Being on time for an interview means arriving ten minutes early; arriving at the exact time is late, and anything else is a disaster.
	
	
	Migrant job search tip... research the company on LinkedIn to ascertain the ethnic mix of their personnel.
	
	
	Career change is not one simple leap&hellip;rather, a series of careful steps.
	
	
	ATTITUDE is &ldquo;high octane&rdquo; fuel for career growth.
	
	
	A properly constructed CAREER PLAN is vital. You couldn&#39;t build a house without one.
	
	
	Be inspired to initiate one action today to improve or develop your career.
	
	
	Your personal image is important and can be vital in achieving your career aspirations.
	
	
	Don&#39;t let your career stagnate with the resultant loss of personal pride and remuneration.
	
	
	The job search process has changed forever.
	
	
	Do not listen to negativity; believe in yourself &amp; focus on developing your career to the maximum. It&#39;s your life!
	
	
	We all need to think about and plan our career journeys...take one step at a time or even two...just keep doing.
	



	Excel in your skill sets, develop new skills, attend conferences/webinars, get more qualifications &amp; you will succeed.



	&ldquo;Career Confusion&rdquo; afflicts all sectors &amp; participation levels of the workforce.



	OUTPLACEMENT IS VITAL for any company or organisation in the downsizing process.



	Removing Career Barriers is essential for any aspiring professional.



	The world is not fair, particularly in the job search process.



	A job search can be emotionally confronting, so don&rsquo;t be afraid to get professional assistance... it makes sense! 



ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessments, research, and job market analysis, combined with expert, personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance was provided, participants were 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

Read more information on mature age workers

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Great career coaching to consolidate your AI future]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[AI is changing the face of employment, make sure you don&#39;t get swept away.
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<content><![CDATA[AI is changing the face of employment, make sure you don&#39;t get swept away.

A vital asset in these rapidly changing times!

An ACMA career consultant can be an excellent investment for ANYONE who wants to maximise their career opportunities, change career, get a new job, upskill or simply navigate their career direction and options.

&quot;IF YOU VALUE YOUR CAREER, YOU WILL VALUE OUR SERVICE&quot;

Career advice based on RESEARCH...not chance!

Particularly in cases of downsizing, rapid industry change, or even the gradual decline of a field, the consultant offers an important resource for those in transition.

Using a full case management process the consultant works in a 1 on 1 relationship with clients, ensuring a close and personalised 7 days per week support experience throughout all of ACMA&#39;s programs.

All career consultants are accredited Career Development Practitioners with the CAREER DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION OF AUSTRALIA (CDAA), and have postgraduate tertiary qualifications in &quot;Career Guidance Management&quot;.

What They Do

ACMA career consultants objectively assess their clients&rsquo; education, training, and experience and identify the best options for their career development or transition. This can be a very exciting process, as it involves rediscovering skills and strengths in a new light, finding possibilities that are often surprising. The ACMA career consultant will pinpoint effective ways to develop your career or enter new fields, clarifying and refining any further training needed to market the client directly to prospective employers.

Assess the client. The career consultant will help determine the industries and positions that suit the client at that point in their career. Brainstorm work ideas. This is the fun part&ndash;career counsellors shake their clients up, awakening them to new ideas and encouraging them to think creatively about their work possibilities.

Determine the desired path. The consultant and client work together to decide on particular career pathways and strategise how to reach these new goals.

Develop qualifications. Often, the client will be coached on where and how to develop the training and skills needed to achieve their career goals. The consultant will help create an educational plan to achieve these qualifications.

Develop professional connections and experience. The client will need to make targeted connections in appropriate sectors. The consultant will know where to start the often-confusing task of seeking positions that may be &ldquo;hidden&rdquo; or unknown to the client.

Detailed interview training. Many people are confronted by interviews and the thought of being &quot;interrogated&quot;.  Via detailed interview preparation and &quot;mock interviews, the consultant thoroughly prepares the client to maximise each interview and to perform to a high standard every time.

Support the transition through to final placement. It can be tricky&ndash;not to mention scary&ndash;to change a work routine without disrupting one&rsquo;s life, which is why so many people stay in one position for so long. Career consultants make their clients comfortable with the transition period by developing action plans and conducting regular reviews to keep the job search on track and maximise your opportunities.

ACMA assistance programs are unlimited in length and sessions. This is important to note, as most competitors enforce these limitations, however, all ACMA programs work with the client until they start in their new job or promotion (irrespective of the complexity involved).

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.


Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin and Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Don&#39;t use AI systems for online job application documents]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[AI is killing the online recruitment process!
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<content><![CDATA[AI is killing the online recruitment process!

Recruiters and hiring managers are aghast at the sudden disruption to their online recruitment practices.


	Numerous job applications easily generated via AI systems and automated methods are swamping online job sites and employer websites.
	Sophisticated software now exists that quickly identifies AI content and consequently immediately alerts hiring managers, who, in most cases, reject the application.


AI is a revolution that is here now. It will bring both benefits and negatives to society and cannot be ignored.

Nevertheless, DO NOT USE IT in the job application process or for lodging personally written electronic documents. Beware of commercial organisations promoting these online services!

Just because it is quick and easy does not automatically lead to better job search outcomes&mdash;the opposite is more likely.

This also applies to written reports, assignments, theses or similar documents, without the appropriate bibliography.  When used cautiously, AI is an excellent research tool; however, presenting it as a whole or in part as your own work is fraught with risk and potential reputational damage for years to come...don&#39;t take chances with your digital footprint.


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research, job market analysis, and expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance was provided, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<pubDate>30 May 2025 00:41:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Career counselling Australia wide]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[A Frontiers in Psychology study found that higher job and life satisfaction was achieved by those who utilised a career counsellor.
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<content><![CDATA[An ACMA career counsellor can be an excellent investment for ANYONE who wants to maximise their career opportunities, change career, get a new job, upskill or simply navigate their career direction and options.

ACMA career counsellors intensely focus not only on a client&rsquo;s career goals but also on his or her personal aspirations. The decision to seek out the services of a career counsellor is frequently based on the desire to increase personal as well as financial career rewards. Other job-industry professionals such as recruiters and hiring managers operate with the needs of companies in mind.

Working with an ACMA career counsellor is a unique opportunity to focus on your needs only, a chance to give serious thought to your important personal considerations, job satisfaction and lifestyle.

The decision to advance/develop or change your career is an important one, and often confusing. Many people resist making such a move and stay in a familiar but dissatisfying position or industry for the entire length of their careers.

The services of a good career counsellor can make the difference between a trial-and-error approach and a smooth and optimal transition by empowering the client with the confidence, strategies and expert support to &ldquo;GET THE RIGHT JOB WITH THE RIGHT ORGANISATION&rdquo;.


TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin and Auckland offices.


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<title><![CDATA[Career counselling Perth]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[A Frontiers in Psychology study found that higher job and life satisfaction was achieved by those who utilised a career counsellor.
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<content><![CDATA[An ACMA career counsellor can be an excellent investment for ANYONE who wants to maximise their career opportunities, change career, get a new job, upskill or simply navigate their career direction and options.

ACMA career counsellors intensely focus not only on a client&rsquo;s career goals but also on his or her personal aspirations. The decision to seek out the services of a career counsellor is frequently based on the desire to increase personal as well as financial career rewards. Other job-industry professionals such as recruiters and hiring managers operate with the needs of companies in mind.

Working with an ACMA career counsellor is a unique opportunity to focus on your needs only, a chance to give serious thought to your important personal considerations, job satisfaction and lifestyle.

The decision to advance/develop or change your career is an important one, and often confusing. Many people resist making such a move and stay in a familiar but dissatisfying position or industry for the entire length of their careers.

The services of a good career counsellor can make the difference between a trial-and-error approach and a smooth and optimal transition by empowering the client with the confidence, strategies and expert support to &ldquo;GET THE RIGHT JOB WITH THE RIGHT ORGANISATION&rdquo;.


TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin and Auckland offices.


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<pubDate>26 May 2025 03:50:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Career counselling Adelaide]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[A Frontiers in Psychology study found that higher job and life satisfaction was achieved by those who utilised a career counsellor.
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<content><![CDATA[An ACMA career counsellor can be an excellent investment for ANYONE who wants to maximise their career opportunities, change career, get a new job, upskill or simply navigate their career direction and options.

ACMA career counsellors intensely focus not only on a client&rsquo;s career goals but also on his or her personal aspirations. The decision to seek out the services of a career counsellor is frequently based on the desire to increase personal as well as financial career rewards. Other job-industry professionals such as recruiters and hiring managers operate with the needs of companies in mind.

Working with an ACMA career counsellor is a unique opportunity to focus on your needs only, a chance to give serious thought to your important personal considerations, job satisfaction and lifestyle.

The decision to advance/develop or change your career is an important one, and often confusing. Many people resist making such a move and stay in a familiar but dissatisfying position or industry for the entire length of their careers.

The services of a good career counsellor can make the difference between a trial-and-error approach and a smooth and optimal transition by empowering the client with the confidence, strategies and expert support to &ldquo;GET THE RIGHT JOB WITH THE RIGHT ORGANISATION&rdquo;.


TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin and Auckland offices.


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<title><![CDATA[Careeer counselling Canberra]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[A Frontiers in Psychology study found that higher job and life satisfaction was achieved by those who utilised a career counsellor.
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<content><![CDATA[An ACMA career counsellor can be an excellent investment for ANYONE who wants to maximise their career opportunities, change career, get a new job, upskill or simply navigate their career direction and options.

ACMA career counsellors intensely focus not only on a client&rsquo;s career goals but also on his or her personal aspirations. The decision to seek out the services of a career counsellor is frequently based on the desire to increase personal as well as financial career rewards. Other job-industry professionals such as recruiters and hiring managers operate with the needs of companies in mind.

Working with an ACMA career counsellor is a unique opportunity to focus on your needs only, a chance to give serious thought to your important personal considerations, job satisfaction and lifestyle.

The decision to advance/develop or change your career is an important one, and often confusing. Many people resist making such a move and stay in a familiar but dissatisfying position or industry for the entire length of their careers.

The services of a good career counsellor can make the difference between a trial-and-error approach and a smooth and optimal transition by empowering the client with the confidence, strategies and expert support to &ldquo;GET THE RIGHT JOB WITH THE RIGHT ORGANISATION&rdquo;.


TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin and Auckland offices.


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<pubDate>26 May 2025 03:46:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Career counselling Brisbane]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[A Frontiers in Psychology study found that higher job and life satisfaction was achieved by those who utilised a career counsellor.
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<content><![CDATA[An ACMA career counsellor can be an excellent investment for ANYONE who wants to maximise their career opportunities, change career, get a new job, upskill or simply navigate their career direction and options.

ACMA career counsellors intensely focus not only on a client&rsquo;s career goals but also on his or her personal aspirations. The decision to seek out the services of a career counsellor is frequently based on the desire to increase personal as well as financial career rewards. Other job-industry professionals such as recruiters and hiring managers operate with the needs of companies in mind.

Working with an ACMA career counsellor is a unique opportunity to focus on your needs only, a chance to give serious thought to your important personal considerations, job satisfaction and lifestyle.

The decision to advance/develop or change your career is an important one, and often confusing. Many people resist making such a move and stay in a familiar but dissatisfying position or industry for the entire length of their careers.

The services of a good career counsellor can make the difference between a trial-and-error approach and a smooth and optimal transition by empowering the client with the confidence, strategies and expert support to &ldquo;GET THE RIGHT JOB WITH THE RIGHT ORGANISATION&rdquo;.


TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin and Auckland offices.


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<pubDate>26 May 2025 03:39:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Career counselling Sydney]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[A Frontiers in Psychology study found that higher job and life satisfaction was achieved by those who utilised a career counsellor.
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<content><![CDATA[An ACMA career counsellor can be an excellent investment for ANYONE who wants to maximise their career opportunities, change career, get a new job, upskill or simply navigate their career direction and options.

ACMA career counsellors intensely focus not only on a client&rsquo;s career goals but also on his or her personal aspirations. The decision to seek out the services of a career counsellor is frequently based on the desire to increase personal as well as financial career rewards. Other job-industry professionals such as recruiters and hiring managers operate with the needs of companies in mind.

Working with an ACMA career counsellor is a unique opportunity to focus on your needs only, a chance to give serious thought to your important personal considerations, job satisfaction and lifestyle.

The decision to advance/develop or change your career is an important one, and often confusing. Many people resist making such a move and stay in a familiar but dissatisfying position or industry for the entire length of their careers.

The services of a good career counsellor can make the difference between a trial-and-error approach and a smooth and optimal transition by empowering the client with the confidence, strategies and expert support to &ldquo;GET THE RIGHT JOB WITH THE RIGHT ORGANISATION&rdquo;.


TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin and Auckland offices.


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<pubDate>26 May 2025 02:55:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Career couselling Melbourne]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[A Frontiers in Psychology study found that higher job and life satisfaction was achieved by those who utilised a career counsellor.
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<content><![CDATA[An ACMA career counsellor can be an excellent investment for ANYONE who wants to maximise their career opportunities, change career, get a new job, upskill or simply navigate their career direction and options.

ACMA career counsellors intensely focus not only on a client&rsquo;s career goals but also on his or her personal aspirations. The decision to seek out the services of a career counsellor is frequently based on the desire to increase personal as well as financial career rewards. Other job-industry professionals such as recruiters and hiring managers operate with the needs of companies in mind.

Working with an ACMA career counsellor is a unique opportunity to focus on your needs only, a chance to give serious thought to your important personal considerations, job satisfaction and lifestyle.

The decision to advance/develop or change your career is an important one, and often confusing. Many people resist making such a move and stay in a familiar but dissatisfying position or industry for the entire length of their careers.

The services of a good career counsellor can make the difference between a trial-and-error approach and a smooth and optimal transition by empowering the client with the confidence, strategies and expert support to &ldquo;GET THE RIGHT JOB WITH THE RIGHT ORGANISATION&rdquo;.


TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin and Auckland offices.


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<pubDate>26 May 2025 02:33:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Government sector outplacement services]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[The government sector is under extreme pressure from change and demanding public expectations.
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<content><![CDATA[The government sector is under extreme pressure from change and demanding public expectations.

Reducing employee numbers is really tough, but it occasionally has to be done by many government departments and organisations.

People have limited re-employment options in difficult times in Australia and need intensive help to gain employment or to move on with their lives.  These are not small or easily resolved life issues.

When enforced workplace change happens, former employees are often emotionally devastated requiring carefully crafted support on many levels.  Local government management has ongoing responsibility for their retrenched workers and faces potential unlimited common law liabilities for their welfare.

ACMA has assisted many government sector organisations to downsize or close their operations throughout Australia. This expertise and understanding of the government sector and its unique needs and personalities are critical in delivering effective government sector outplacement services.

Don&#39;t allow an inexperienced outplacement provider to deliver inappropriate programs to your former staff!

Whether you are a large, medium or small department we have the expertise to assist with tailored outplacement support.

Recent recommendation:

&quot;In my many years in HR, it is rare to find an outplacement provider like ACMA that truly cares for the person as an individual, not just as a project or task. The response times are best in class, as often these events occur spontaneously; the management and team react and commence service delivery without hesitation.  

Where most providers drop the candidate as soon as they are employed again, the ACMA team carry through with the support to ensure the candidate is well-equipped to pass any milestone put in front of them.

True professionals, in every sense of the word, can&#39;t recommend their services highly enough. Cost-effective and highly skilled, the feedback from employees helped by ACMA has always been at the 5-star level.&quot;


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<pubDate>20 Feb 2025 04:20:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Don&#39;t let AI eat your lunch or worse]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Grow your career in the AI era.
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<content><![CDATA[Grow your career in the AI era.

Career Coaching and Outplacement Australia-wide

The career counselling hub of Australia!

We assist people from all backgrounds, industries, organisations, professions, age groups, private or public sectors and locations to find THE RIGHT JOB.  Our innovative approach to career coaching and career development by providing structured case management programs is unique.

Whether you&rsquo;re an executive, graduate, mature-age candidate, newly arrived migrant, manual worker, professional, expatriate, retrenched, unemployed, career changer, frustrated with your current job, or simply looking to maximise your career options - we can assist you in finding the right job, faster.

Whatever your occupation, wherever you are located, contact us NOW!

Our career management consultants will guide you through your career transition or job search, from initial professional assessment, resume writing, interview preparation, and salary negotiation to developing your own personalised career plan, retraining and/or upskilling options, plus much more...

For companies, we provide intensive support for all industry sectors through our corporate outplacement services. 

Unlock your true career potential with ACMA&#39;s proven Career Management, Career Development and Outplacement programs.

Many people tend to think, &ldquo;I don&rsquo;t need help coping with change or getting another position; I can do it all on my own.&rdquo; But the truth is AI is changing everything, and the process is now SO different from what people think. 

You&rsquo;re the one who needs to take control of your career journey, and the sooner you take control, the better off you&rsquo;ll be. Do this for yourself and the person you want to be.

Client feedback: &quot; I am now stronger, more capable and now educated in finding and applying for jobs. I know how to answer interview questions, and I now love what I do. You are everything you say you are and have gone above and beyond to help a person you have never met. You were more effective than any counselling because you addressed the problem.&quot; 


Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

THE ACMA STORY

TESTIMONIALS

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<pubDate>21 Nov 2024 05:26:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<content><![CDATA[Redundancy is a challenging experience that needs to be professionally managed to get good results.

The first 24 to 48 hours are critical for retrenched workers as they come to terms with their new situation. Enforced workplace change is confronting and unpleasant.

These emotions are perfectly normal and will diminish in time, so redundant people should understand that it is a passing phase only and there is life after redundancy.

People sometimes feel ashamed because they have been made redundant and even try to hide it on their resume or not tell friends and associates about what has happened. Being overwhelmed by these events will not get you into another job; only a planned and strategically executed job search will get you back into the workforce.

Remember that the job is redundant, NOT YOU!

Be kind to yourself and your family. Take a break and refocus, as this is an opportunity to reevaluate many aspects of your life and work.

Use it as a favourable time to reflect, review and go on to better and greater times...this does happen!

While a period of healing is involved, it cannot continue forever.  Allow yourself 14 days to recover, then get on with your job search, engage a career advisor to assist and start being proactive.

Recruiters and employers deal with people moving through the redundancy cycle every day, so this fact will be neither new to them nor a barrier for you. So, &quot;throw out&quot; your negative thoughts, concentrate on your skillset, work, and personal achievements, and document how you can add value to your next employer.

In the modern workforce, it is common for people to have at least six career changes in their lifetime. Particularly if you have been with one employer for many years, it is probably time that you moved on anyway, so perhaps your former employer has done you a favour.

Approach your redundancy as a chance to explore new employers and industry sectors and to broaden your career horizons. It is a big world out there, abounding with opportunities and possibilities. Being with one employer over a period can lead to tunnel vision and becoming limited/trapped by your comfort zone.

This is a time to learn new skills, gain additional qualifications, meet new people and embrace change.

Job search is arduous without professional assistance, so ensure that your redundancy package includes outplacement support paid for by your employer. If it is not automatically included, then it is time to become assertive and demand this industry-standard benefit. Employers will be wary of any brand damage and possible internal staff functions if you are not treated fairly, so you probably have more leverage than you realise at this point.

In general, the wider you set your career options for job title, industry sector, and location, the easier it will be for you to transition into your next position.  Some people can be flexible, and others cannot due to family commitments, etc.; however, these are critical factors to be considered.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research, job market analysis, and expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<pubDate>27 Aug 2024 03:07:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[A mindset change can improve low productivity in the workforce]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[A mindset change can improve low productivity in the workforce and a positive overflow into the home environment.
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<content><![CDATA[A mindset change can improve low productivity in the workforce and a positive overflow into the home environment.

Look after yourself to be of value to your family, employer, and community, and then find your niche!

1. Kindness: Be kind to yourself. Take a moment to do an activity that you find enjoyable&mdash; listen to a new podcast, play with your dog, or call a friend to catch up. Remind yourself that happiness starts with you. Being kind to yourself is just as important as expressing kindness toward others.  Go ahead, treat yourself to that nap.

2. Honesty: Do you have an accurate picture of how you live your life&mdash; how you treat people, take care of yourself, and balance work responsibilities with family life? Reflect on your day to determine whether you are being your best version of yourself. Make one small change that will bring you closer to living more authentically. For instance, make a rule&mdash; no work calls or emails after dinnertime to focus your full attention on your family. Or stop avoiding the dentist, make an appointment and get it over with!

3. Forgiveness: As the author and positive psychology expert Tal Ben-Shahar states, you must give yourself &ldquo;permission to be human&rdquo;. You might have moments of weakness when you don&rsquo;t follow your New Year&#39;s Resolution and reach for the chips instead of the apple. The critical thing to remember is that it is OK! You must allow yourself to accept shortcomings and move on. Think of one thing you need to forgive yourself for and&hellip; in the words of Paul McCartney: let it be.

(Part reprint from the VIA Institute, USA)

Always strive to be a better YOU, and inspire others by your example.

&quot;I can&#39;t change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination&quot; - Jimmy Dean


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research, job market analysis, and expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


 
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<pubDate>15 Aug 2024 05:22:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Associated Career Management Australia&#39;s vision]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Associated Career Management Australia&#39;s vision
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<content><![CDATA[At ACMA, we believe in the transformative power of career guidance, regardless of who you are or where you come from. Our vision is simple yet profound: empowering individuals from all walks of life to discover and pursue their ideal career path confidently and clearly.

We stand at the forefront of innovation in career coaching and development, offering structured case management programs tailored to each individual&#39;s unique background, aspirations, and circumstances. Whether you&#39;re a seasoned executive, a recent graduate, a skilled professional, or someone in between, we&#39;re here to guide you towards the right job faster.

Our commitment extends beyond traditional job placement. We understand that career transitions can be daunting, whether you&#39;re facing retrenchment, exploring new opportunities, or seeking to maximise your potential. That&#39;s why our team of dedicated career management consultants provides comprehensive support, from professional assessment and resume writing to interview preparation, salary negotiation...and much more.

Our corporate outplacement services offer intensive socially responsible support across all industry sectors for companies navigating change, ensuring a smooth transition for employees at every level.

At ACMA, we recognise that the work landscape is rapidly evolving, driven by advancements in technology and changing market dynamics. That&#39;s why we empower individuals to take control of their career journeys, leveraging our expertise and resources to unlock their true potential.

So, whether you&#39;re embarking on a new chapter in your career or seeking to navigate the complexities of today&#39;s job market, ACMA is here to help you realise your aspirations and become the person you want to be. Take the first step towards a brighter future with ACMA&#39;s proven Career Management, Career Development, and  socially responsible Outplacement programs.&quot;


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research, job market analysis, and expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation



 

 

 
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<pubDate>13 Apr 2024 03:08:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Artificial intelligence is radically changing the employment market]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[AI is revolutionising every workplace, every job and every personal ambition! 
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<content><![CDATA[AI is revolutionising every workplace, every job and every personal ambition! 

Expert career coaching to help you survive the AI earthquake.

We assist people from all backgrounds, industries, organisations, professions, age groups, private or public sectors and locations to find THE RIGHT JOB.  Our innovative approach to career coaching and career development by providing structured case management programs is unique.

Whether you&rsquo;re an executive, graduate, mature-age candidate, newly arrived migrant, manual worker, professional, expatriate, retrenched, unemployed, career changer, frustrated with your current job, or simply looking to maximise your career options - we can assist you in finding the right job, faster.

Whatever your occupation, wherever you are located, contact us NOW!

Our career management consultants will guide you through your career transition or job search, from initial professional assessment, resume writing, interview preparation, and salary negotiation to developing your own personalised career plan, retraining and/or upskilling options, plus much more...

For companies, we provide intensive support for all industry sectors through our corporate outplacement services. 

Unlock your true career potential with ACMA&#39;s proven Career Management, Career Development and Outplacement programs.

Many people tend to think, &ldquo;I don&rsquo;t need help with changing careers or getting the right job; I can do it all on my own.&rdquo; But the truth is AI is changing everything, and the process is now SO different from what people think. 

You&rsquo;re the one who needs to take control of your career journey, and the sooner you take control, the better off you&rsquo;ll be. Do this for yourself and the person you want to be.

Client feedback: &quot; I am now stronger, more capable and now educated in finding and applying for jobs. I know how to answer interview questions, and I now love what I do. You are everything you say you are and have gone above and beyond to help a person you have never met. You were more effective than any counselling because you addressed the problem.&quot; 


Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation

Learn More


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<pubDate>25 Feb 2024 06:21:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Career Journey (compulsory career reading)]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[A long-time ACMA client has retired and documented his career changes, upskilling, retraining and outcomes.  This is a valuable story that every career-focused person should read.
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<content><![CDATA[A long-time ACMA client has retired and documented his career changes, upskilling, retraining and outcomes.  This is a valuable story that every career-focused person should read.


 


	I started as a telecommunications technician (apprenticeship, then a qualified technician).
	My specialty (telegraphy) disappeared overnight in 1985, so I switched to emerging data communications and assembly language.
	Switched to PABX installation. Memorized PABX manuals to make myself more useful.
	Then, I became a technical writer.
	Progressed to be a technical trainer.
	Used the experience to be a Communications Specialist drifting into mobile phones, automation and paging.
	Taught in Western Samoa.
	Became a Business Analyst (IVR) and taught myself Visual Basic, Pascal and Traffic Engineering to develop and sell software.
	Taught in China.
	Went to Cisco Academy and got a CCNA, CCNP, CCDP and CCIE written.
	Worked for network integrators working in security and qualified as a CISSP.
	Trained as a Genesys Engineer and trained in UNIX.
	Worked in the deployment of networking technology and trained in Disaster Recovery.
	Taught in TAFE in cabling, radio, planning, satellite and geomorphology, with earthing after receiving earthing technology training. Went to night school to study accounting. I also taught myself quantitative thermodynamics to allow electronics to be taught to kinaesthetic students.
	I received diplomas in project management, management, HR management, and Dip VET.
	Taught online and at colleges for international students.
	Certified people for work in the NBN, training cable joints, working at heights and enclosed spaces, and first aid.
	Prepared instructional design after receiving instruction on neurology of learning and expertise and accelerated learning.
	I spent 6 years of distance study with business studies (including law, economics, and accounting).
	Finally, I was involved in VET regulation at TAFE level.


By my count, that is 15 careers over 47 years.

The reason...I had a very good grounding at secondary school, an apprenticeship, and a commitment to lifelong learning.

As I was told a number of decades ago, there is no such thing as a secure career, just secure people.

In my early career, businesses supplied training (but that pretty much disappeared by 1990). Then, you needed to invest in your own training using personal income to get the next job.

I was also lucky enough to receive career advice when I over-specialised in one career stream that disappeared almost overnight in around 2002.

And along the way, I survived the 1982, 1986, 1990, 1997, 2002, 2008, and 2015 recessions.

Surviving these recessions meant being flexible and trading on skills rather than job titles.

One of the problems is that for the last 15 years, vocational training has concentrated on skills acquisition (usual motor skills) at the expense of domain-specific knowledge. This has left the trainees ill-prepared to change course when skills become outdated, and they have little domain-specific knowledge to reinvent themselves with new strategies to become useful expertise-wise in the future.

Note: This article has been published with the permission of the author, who wishes to remain anonymous.


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessments, research, job market analysis, and expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<content><![CDATA[Strategic/targeted interview preparation and coaching are detailed and systematic to get results.

One-on-one interview training involving &quot;mock interviews&quot;, post-interview tactics and advanced strategies to win interviews in this highly competitive job market.

Learn responses to tough interview questions, how to articulate your value, tips to maintain a proper attitude, and appropriate follow-up strategies to get more offers!

Interview coaching will assist you in relieving anxiety, as well as learning easy ways to help you prepare.  Even if you are an experienced interviewee, there are always tactics to improve your presentation.

&quot;Personalised interview training anytime and anywhere&quot;!

Detailed preparation for an interview is the key to success and being offered the position.  The era of &ldquo;winging it&rdquo; belongs to the last century, as the methods and tactics employers and recruiters use today are complex and process-driven.

This is true for all levels of the workforce, ranging from graduates to CEOs and everything in between.

The 21st-century employment market has grown highly competitive and sophisticated.  Inadequate knowledge and preparation can result in lost opportunities, frustration and rejection.

Do you freeze up at the prospect of going on a job interview? Do your hands get sweaty? Does your stomach get &ldquo;tied in a knot?&rdquo;

It&rsquo;s a fact that better interviews get better job offers! Yet most candidates show up for interviews unprepared! The key to &ldquo;ace&rdquo; the interview is to practice and be fully prepared!

Job interviews with a robot...what could possibly go wrong?

Do you know how to use a cheat sheet for online video interviews?

It is vital that you professionally prepare for a range of interview formats, such as:


	Face to face
	Traditional
	Behavioural
	Situational
	AI interviews
	Stress
	Panel
	Assessment Centres
	Graduate
	Group
	Scenario-Based
	Robot interviews
	Public Service (all levels)
	Telephone
	Skype/Zoom/Microsoft Teams
	Online digital/video
	Case
	Lominger
	Technical Based
	 Values-Based
	STAR Method
	Gamified
	Game-Based Assessment (GBA)
	e-R&amp;S
	30/60/90 Day Plans
	Asynchronous Interviews
	Senior Executive
	Board level
	Internship


ACMA has developed an intensive interview preparation program that offers people (throughout Australia/NZ) the opportunity to work 1 on 1 with a qualified career management consultant to ensure they are professionally ready for their next interview (whatever format is used).

We are geared to respond quickly to client needs and will even work with clients overnight or on weekends if necessary.

To help people present as a &ldquo;top quality candidate&rdquo;, we work within the following structure:


	Immediately review all your job application documents, the original advertisement and/or position description
	Set initial preparatory tasks
	Investigate the job and industry sector to get a thorough understanding of the job opportunity
	Develop a set of &ldquo;highly likely&rdquo; questions (and answers) that may be asked
	Assist with detailed written preparation for these questions
	Conduct 1 on 1 &ldquo;Mock Interview&rdquo; (with a video copy of each session)
	Coach interview relaxation tips
	Manage anxiety and interview nerves
	Voice control and personal presentation training
	Build confidence and knowledge through specific interview training
	Develop skills to present your career stories in a clear and compelling manner (to impress any interviewer immediately)
	All levels of private and public sector interviews covered
	Post-interview review and strategy development
	Assistance with salary negotiation
	Plus, much more...


Unlimited interview preparations with no time limitations are automatically included.

&quot;Learn lifelong interview preparation skills and techniques, plus the many tricks that recruiters don&#39;t want you to know&quot;.

Interview tip: Candidates who are relaxed and able to answer questions such as, &lsquo;How are you?&rsquo; in a calm, enthusiastic way will be perceived as &lsquo;fitting in&rsquo;.

Recent client feedback:

&ldquo;The five questions we did in the mock interview were all asked by the panel&hellip;so well done for your mock questions (design)&rdquo;

&ldquo;I highly recommend ACMA for their interview and networking skills training&rdquo;

&ldquo;I followed the interview preparation notes and can seriously say I have never been so confident during an interview&rdquo;

&quot;I am certainly presenting much better and conveying my abilities much better...thanks to your coaching&quot;

&quot;The questions we practised were what I was asked in the interview...so my preparation helped&quot;&iuml;&raquo;&iquest;

&quot;Thank you very much for the wonderful interview training exercise and very important points, which I am taking on board&quot;

&quot;I was able to answer all the questions coherently and concisely...your mock questions were very helpful&quot;

&quot;I would like to thank you for your advice and support in performing my interview skills&quot;

&quot;Thank you for helping me prepare for an interview. It went really well. The practice questions which you have listed really helped a lot&quot; 

&quot;Thank you! Your advice, as well as the mock interviews, really helped! I really appreciate that...&quot;

&quot;You have profound knowledge regarding interview skills, potential interview questions and critical mindsets towards any interview&quot;

&quot;The questions they asked were the same as my mock interview&quot;

&quot;I now feel like I can hold my own in an interview. I even answered the question about my weaknesses with a positive spin&quot;

&quot;I cracked it and got a Government job offer.  Thanks for all of your help&quot;

&quot;I got the job. Woohoo! The principal said the interview follow-up letter confirmed my professionalism&quot;

&quot;They asked behavioural questions very similar to the questions you asked during practice&quot;

 &quot;If you want to hone your interview preparation skills, I can&#39;t recommend ACMA enough&quot;

 &quot;I just finished the interview. They asked me six questions, and all were on your List. Thank you!&quot;

&quot;My interview went well. Thank you for your help&quot;

&quot;Thank you for your training and advice. It really assisted in getting this role&quot;

Benefits of mock interviews: Mock interviews offer at least five key benefits:


	An opportunity to practice questions with which you struggle.
	An opportunity to practice answering behavioural interview questions.
	An opportunity to boost your overall confidence.
	An opportunity to practice your interview soft skills.
	An opportunity to receive candid feedback to help you improve your skills.


Gain immediate access to Australia&#39;s leading interactive online career management system (including Tablet and Smartphone), plus flexible, interactive online coaching/support that suits your location and schedule, with unlimited 24/7 hotline access to Australia&#39;s leading specialist career management consultants (with post-graduate qualifications in career guidance management).

Personalised interview coaching will assist you to perform at your best every time to be the &quot;most outstanding candidate&quot;.

&quot;Displaying enthusiasm and confidence in an interview situation can often help candidates to beat the more qualified competition with stronger technical skills.&quot;

Got an interview tomorrow?  Call us now on 1800 245 380, and we will help prepare you overnight...including a &quot;mock interview&quot;! (7 days a week)


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research, job market analysis, and expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

Read more information on career change

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<content><![CDATA[Those who don&#39;t upskill may fast approach the &#39;end of their employability&#39;.

The employment landscape is rapidly changing with AI, new government regulations and ever-expanding social expectations.

The career counselling hub of Australia!

We assist people from all backgrounds, industries, organisations, professions, age groups, private or public sectors and locations to find THE RIGHT JOB.  Our innovative approach to career coaching and career development by providing structured case management programs is unique.

Whether you&rsquo;re an executive, graduate, mature-age candidate, newly arrived migrant, manual worker, professional, expatriate, retrenched, unemployed, career changer, frustrated with your current job, or simply looking to maximise your career options - we can assist you in finding the right job faster.

Whatever your occupation, wherever you are located, contact us NOW!

Our career management consultants will guide you through your career transition or job search, from initial professional assessment, resume writing, interview preparation, and salary negotiation to developing your own personalised career plan, retraining and/or upskilling options, plus much more...

For companies, we provide intensive support for all industry sectors through our corporate outplacement services. 

Unlock your true career potential with ACMA&#39;s proven Career Management, Career Development and Outplacement programs.

A lot of people tend to think, &ldquo;I don&rsquo;t need help with changing careers or getting the right job; I can do it all on my own.&rdquo; But the truth is, the process is SO different from what people think it is. 

You&rsquo;re the one who needs to take control of your career journey, and the sooner you take control, the better off you&rsquo;ll be. Do this for yourself and the person you want to be.

Client feedback: &quot; I am stronger, more capable and educated in finding and applying for jobs. I know how to answer interview questions and love what I do. You are everything you say you are and have gone above and beyond to help a person you have never met. You were more effective than any counselling because you addressed the problem.&quot; 


Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

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<title><![CDATA[Understanding your salary package &quot;market value&quot;]]></title>
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<content><![CDATA[Unlock your true potential remuneration package value.

Salary negotiation is based on RESEARCH...not chance!

Simply stated, when you are negotiating the next salary package, you need to be informed, strategic and competent in salary negotiation techniques.

&quot;The strategy&quot; is everything...


Many employers and recruiters play on people&#39;s lack of knowledge to ensure that they pay the least for your valuable service...don&#39;t let this happen to you!

Obtaining the best possible salary package depends more on attitude and negotiation prowess than your professional skills and expertise.

Our salary negotiation program ensures that you achieve the best possible remuneration outcomes (whether you are a C Level executive or a rising star).

Your salary negotiation is a journey.  With our online systems, 24-hour unconditional hotline support and the help of our consultants, we will ensure that all efforts are targeted at obtaining the best results for you...coaching you throughout the process.


	
	How do I &ldquo;ask for the offer in writing&rdquo; &ndash; without losing the opportunity?
	
	
	How do I get the best deal possible &ndash; not just pay, but &ldquo;perks&rdquo; and other benefits too?
	
	
	What do other people know that I don&rsquo;t know about negotiating a great salary package?
	


Become skilled in concisely presenting your case and conducting salary negotiations effectively without compromising your overall position...effective negotiation requires knowledge, tactics and vision...negotiating is tough and often unpleasant work, but necessary if you want to be paid fairly; get a raise or that next promotion.


	Assistance from a qualified career management consultant to provide tangible solutions and specific techniques to maximise your short and long-term remuneration levels.
	 
	Intensive personal and online support, plus researched assistance at all stages of your salary negotiations to ensure the classic &quot;win-win&quot; solution that leaves everyone feeling they have accomplished something positive.
	 
	Final contract perusal and recommendations.  Nobody should enter any contract without knowing exactly the implications...unfortunately, many people simply sign employment contracts because they are so complex and detailed, and they feel pressured to quickly finalise the documents to &quot;get on with the job&quot; while endeavouring to keep everyone happy.
	 
	24/7 (toll-free 1800 245 380) telephone hotline support service.  This is probably the major resource of our program, having an objective/skilled person available to speak to and advise you during those critical, tense and highly emotional negotiation moments.
	 
	Learn life-long salary negotiation skills to ensure the maximisation of future salary increases.  In most cases, the benefits of our program will endure for many years to come.
	 
	Defining your professional worth in the job market NOW means setting the standard for all future salary negotiations over the next 5 to 10 years (and beyond).
	 
	Accept the fact that you don&#39;t get the salary you deserve; you get the salary you negotiate!


Employers are finding job seekers who want a more holistic approach to working, with a remuneration package that includes a competitive salary and non-financial benefits that suit the individual jobseeker&rsquo;s lifestyle needs.

Flexible working hours, the option to work from home and remote working is gaining in popularity as jobseekers not only request these additional perks more often but they&rsquo;re expected to be included in a total remuneration package for many roles &ndash; particularly when Australia&rsquo;s slow wage growth is pushing many professionals to consider perks other than a pay rise.

We will coach you to:


	Dramatically improve your negotiations, and command a much higher salary package
	Dispel the myths and misconceptions that most candidates believe about salary negotiation
	Position your negotiating ability as a strength and an asset to your prospective employer
	Leverage the most important yet most simple formula to prepare for negotiations
	Use the specific phrases and behaviours that produce outstanding negotiation results
	Align your accomplishments with the employer&rsquo;s needs and problems for a &ldquo;win-win&rdquo; outcome
	Successfully negotiate any and all elements of the job offer
	Assess the real value of a job offer, and choose between multiple offers
	Prevent the employer from using your old salary to limit your future remuneration


Human potential is unlimited...do not let someone else steal yours, plus your future prosperity!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Change is now...don&#39;t be left behind]]></title>
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<content><![CDATA[Change is now...don&#39;t be left behind because you will!

Career change based on RESEARCH...not chance!

&quot;IF YOU VALUE YOUR CAREER, YOU WILL VALUE OUR SERVICE&quot;


Career satisfaction is an important consideration that underpins your self-esteem and mental health, plus your loved one&#39;s financial security...so there is a lot at stake.

Think ChatGPT, climate change and much more impacting our lives NOW!

Steve Jobs said: &iuml;&raquo;&iquest;&ldquo;Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven&rsquo;t found it yet, keep looking. Don&rsquo;t settle. As with all matters of the heart, you&rsquo;ll know when you find it.&rdquo;

The term &quot;career change&quot; is a short and simple two-word phrase that does not adequately reflect the complexity and difficulty involved in effectively changing your career.

Career change is about getting a &quot;good outcome&quot; not simply finding a new job...people often confuse the two. It&rsquo;s about moving into a completely new sector or occupation and certainly involves challenging your personal comfort zone.

A lot of people tend to think, &ldquo;I don&rsquo;t need help with changing careers, I can do it all on my own.&rdquo; But the truth is, the process of changing careers is SO different than what people think it is. 

You&rsquo;re the one who needs to take control of your career journey, and the sooner you take control, the better off you&rsquo;ll be. Do this for yourself, and the person you want to be.

Watch this short video: https://youtu.be/wXj7Hzd8dOI

Ask yourself this critical question: &quot;What skills and qualifications do I need to compete for a new job or career?&quot;

Professional assessment and intensive research are required to identify your current transferable skills, or to develop a strategy to gain the necessary skills and additional qualifications (re-training and/or up-skilling).

Identifying companies and sectors that have growth is also critical to a person&#39;s long term career prospects...the workforce is rapidly changing.

As previously stated career change is a complex process to get right and may require a number of steps over a period of time to properly finalise. Specialised career and strategy planning to effectively manage the process is the key to a successful outcome.

It can be a highly rewarding and transforming journey or problematic...it all depends on how you manage your career change and transition process.

Considering making a career change but feel held back by self-doubt and lack of prevailing workplace knowledge?

Using ACMA&#39;s unique online career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system means you can work closely with your career management consultant from anywhere in Australia and/or overseas.

A career change can be life-changing, challenging and easy to get wrong...make sure that you get the best possible outcome by seeking professional advice and support.

Career change is one of the most important initiatives you will undertake throughout your adult life...so you had better get it right.

For specific program details click here.

IT IS NOT SIMPLY A MATTER OF GETTING ANOTHER JOB!

No matter how ready you think you are to make a move, career changes are daunting. The stress of leaving what you&rsquo;re comfortable with to venture into foreign territory stops many people from taking the first step toward something new.

Multiple factors including your personal values and aspirations need to be addressed, and if you get just one factor wrong then disastrous consequences may follow.

A typical career change can have up to fifty separate components that need to be aligned, including your psychometric profile, transferable skills and much much more.

Your current occupation and seniority are irrelevant...as all of the above applies to any level of the workforce or occupation.

Career change services in Australia/NZ have been revolutionised with the development of ACMA&#39;s cloud-based online career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system.

People going through career change no longer have to attend a CBD office and wait a week or more between consultations. ACMA&#39;s online career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system allows them to work 1 on 1 with their dedicated consultant from anywhere and at any time...7 days per week.

The system allows 1 on 1 contact online via computer, tablet and smartphone access, plus a 24/7 telephone 1800 TELEPHONE SUPPORT facility.

Convenience is one advantage, the other is the ability to move FAST in critical circumstances, such as being invited to an interview tomorrow. If this occurs the career management consultant can immediately initiate the interview preparation/training module to prepare the person for the next day&#39;s interview.

This technology allows ACMA to work with any person throughout Australia/NZ no matter how remote (or local) their location might be...using a structured case management process.

Identify your career path, develop your career plan or get that better job and salary that YOU DESERVE from the comfort of your home...from anywhere.

&ldquo;When the wind of change blows, some people build walls, others build windmills&rdquo; - Chinese Proverb


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

Read more information on career change

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


	
		
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<content><![CDATA[Career coaching introverts can be a very satisfying journey of self-discovery for both the client and the coach. 

Watching and monitoring clients grow and learn to love themselves and their associated talents/attributes is a great experience.

Like all clients, no two are the same; everyone has a unique personality and related traits.

The world is full of introverts, ambiverts and extroverts, which equates to managing all in a similar process, then tailoring the assistance to the individual needs.  

ACMA conducts a detailed assessment process on all new clients, with the results being discussed later with the client to really understand their view of themselves and the world.

Taking a holistic approach and gaining the client&#39;s trust is very important, as many introverts can be reticent to reveal their innermost thoughts and fears (extroverts are the complete opposite).

Using empathy and understanding will unlock most barriers, with many introverted clients commenting on how they have never previously thought so deeply about themselves.  This is important as most introverts lack self-knowledge, particularly an understanding of their skill set and value to the employment market (and the wider community).

It is critical that all &ldquo;pain points&rdquo; impacting the client are identified and discussed, and specific strategies, coaching and Action Plans are implemented to assist the client in coping and growing.

Examples:

Overt shyness

Low self-esteem

Stuttering

Nervous anxiety

Imposter syndrome

Abusive past events

Fear of failure

Poor social and interpersonal skills

Negative thinking

Overthinking 

Catastrophising

Isolation

Note: Rarely is there only one &ldquo;pain point&rdquo; impacting the client (although they initially think otherwise).

It is important for the career coach to carefully explain that whatever the identified issues are that it will take time and effort to mitigate the negative effects on the person.  In fact, there probably is no cure; learning the techniques to manage these negative emotions can enable the person to overcome and manage the problems.

The important message to all introverts is that they are not alone; most people will experience many of these symptoms over their lifespans.  Notably, younger introverts (under 35 years old) will ultimately mature and learn to manage their issues positively.

The key to coaching introverts to achieve real change is to isolate each &ldquo;pain point&rdquo; and focus on one at a time, drip feeding to avoid confronting and overloading the client.

Never put time limits or targets on them, as any improvements must come from within the client so that they learn and own their progression.

Introverts are usually good listeners, so clearly articulate the coaching and let them absorb the message at their own pace and learning style. 

If the client shows little progression or &ldquo;push back&rdquo;, revert to the beginning again and rebuild your coaching foundation.

Occasionally you may need to refer the client to a higher level of clinical support.  In my experience, this is rare, and sometimes, you may uncover deep psychological issues beyond a career development practitioner&rsquo;s professional expertise.  In these cases, I encourage the client to source their own provider and that you are happy to work in conjunction with whoever they choose (this will avoid them thinking that you are abrogating their needs and your ongoing professional support).

Power of the Pause.

Behaviours and reactions matter as their consequences immediately impact a person&rsquo;s short- and long-term relationships, health, and well-being.

So here is my core observation: &ldquo;In general, introverts react too quickly to events and situations without thinking through their response&rdquo;.

Solution: PAUSE

The Power of the Pause is a strong self-management tool for introverts to utilise in their career and personal lives, and powerful it is!

Preparing introverts for interviews focuses on both their technical and soft skills and, indeed, the ability to answer questions concisely and informally.  

One of the tactics we coach is pausing and gathering your thoughts before giving a measured and compelling response.

The basis for coaching introverts to improve their EI is to teach them to listen and PAUSE!

Power of the Pause is a fundamental tool to manage all interactions throughout their life.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<description><![CDATA[Everyone has a value...many people cannot identify it!
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<content><![CDATA[Everyone has a value...many people cannot identify it!

One of the most misunderstood elements of the employment market is a person&rsquo;s potential value to an employer.  That&rsquo;s right VALUE! 

Take out the emotion, your education and personality and what is left is your &ldquo;value to the market&rdquo;.

Employers (both private and public sectors) do not employ people out of social duty&hellip;it occurs simply because they need a job done as efficiently as possible.

Whilst the workplace often becomes a hub of social activity and connections entwined in people&rsquo;s lives and sense of self-worth, workers will quickly be retrenched if the employer no longer needs the job done (you are no longer of value to the employer).

Identifying your core value, and nurturing and growing them is the key to a consistent long-term career (a career is not necessarily a single job and may well be many jobs over a lifespan).

The successful 21st-century worker is now a tech-savvy individual who can work remotely, alone and in teams.  Emotionally intelligent and flexible, with an entrepreneurial element all add value to any person&rsquo;s employability.

Can value be measured or is it subjective?

Probably both&hellip;

Past workplace performance can be a powerful indicator (hence behavioural interviews), however when endeavouring to convince a new employer it often comes down to the expectation you can create of your future contribution.

Consequently, a strong &ldquo;value to the market&rdquo; statement can be a critical tool.

Example:

&ldquo;I am an innovator and creator of solutions.  Over the last 15 years, I have a proven background of identifying customer needs and developing technology-based products from initial concept, product research and design through to final delivery and installation.

I can manage complex technical projects from design and testing through to sale and supply.&rdquo;

Develop your personalised statement today.

Learn it and love...it is worth a fortune to you!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<description><![CDATA[Irrespective of your life or career stage, recognising that the artificial intelligence revolution may disrupt your career plans cannot be ignored.
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<content><![CDATA[Irrespective of your life or career stage, recognising that the artificial intelligence revolution may disrupt your career plans cannot be ignored.

It&rsquo;s a big world out there, abounding with opportunities and the need for flexible talent.

Simply assuming that because you have worked in one sector for many years, then that is where you fit is &ldquo;tunnel vision&rdquo;, with &ldquo;comfort zones&rdquo; often being a critical limiting factor.

A good example is an electrical engineer working in the power generation industry who imagines that he/she can only get another job in the same sector.  Nonsense, electrical engineers, are required in multiple industries so the career options are plentiful.

This example should not be limited to technical skills either, as there are numerous employers insisting on people with high-quality &ldquo;soft skills&rdquo; (and the list goes on).

Many aspiring candidates become limited by job titles and are surprised to be advised that there is no set standard for job titles.  You can be called anything really&hellip;it&rsquo;s the job tasks that you perform and your skillset that are important.

It does not always revolve around qualifications.  Your actual skills, expertise, experience and prior career achievements are a powerful set of tools in many instances.  Work closely with your career consultant to identify these and document your attributes, plus learn how to present them in a compelling and professional format to an employer.

There are many sectors and thousands of jobs that may be wiped out by AI.

&quot;As many as 300 million full-time jobs in the world, including two-thirds of jobs in the U.S. and Europe, are at risk of being replaced in some way by generative artificial intelligence, the technology behind tools like ChatGPT, according to a Goldman Sachs study.&quot;

Professional career coaching is focused on assisting people through this maze by targeting the following points:

&bull;    Identify jobs that will be impacted and jobs that will be created

&bull;    Conduct research on your job profile for risk exposure to AI

&bull;    Suggest alternative employment pathways and advise on additional qualifications that may be needed 

&bull;    Deeply understand your current transferable skillset

&bull;    Document your expertise developed over a lifetime of work

&bull;    Match all of the above to jobs and sectors

&bull;    Develop and implement a detailed ACTION PLAN, and finally assist with the construction of a 3 to 5-year CAREER PLAN, plus much more

Career opportunities are lost every day because people are unaware of them, and more importantly, the rapid change that AI is now impacting the workplace worldwide.

The good news is that you can &ldquo;get ahead of the curve&rdquo; and surf the AI revolution to your career advantage with the right advice and guidance.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

THE ACMA STORY

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<pubDate>11 Feb 2023 00:03:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Jump start your AI and post-COVID job search]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Don&#39;t let career confusion, a lack of knowledge of AI rules and post-COVID job search techniques, or a lack of AI skills prevent you from getting the job or promotion that you want.
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<content><![CDATA[Don&#39;t let career confusion, a lack of knowledge of AI and post-COVID job search techniques, or a lack of AI skills prevent you from getting the job or promotion that you want.

We have been helping people, just like you, find the RIGHT JOB by providing personalised ongoing support and assistance since 1991. 

&quot;IF YOU VALUE YOUR CAREER, YOU WILL VALUE OUR SERVICE&quot;

Job search based on RESEARCH...not chance!


But don&rsquo;t take our word for it&hellip;listen to what others have to say:

&ldquo;I had received a huge number of rejections and I was sceptical that you could help, but soon after starting your program I realised the service you offer is nothing but professional&rdquo;

&ldquo;With my non-English speaking background I was apprehensive, but it worked for me.  My advice to someone wanting a job is to do what you say, and it will work for them too&rdquo;

&ldquo;As a mature age job seeker, it was not easy for me.  Your caring, professional approach, 24/7 support and follow-up kept me focused to get on with my job search&rdquo;

&ldquo;Career change was impossible until I was introduced to your structured program&rdquo;

You can be happy and satisfied too.  Phone 1800 245 380

A lot of people tend to think, &ldquo;I don&rsquo;t need help with my job search, I can land a job on my own.&rdquo; But the truth is, job search today is SO different than what people think it is. 

It&rsquo;s not applying to every job you think you&rsquo;re qualified for and hope you get a call. It&rsquo;s not waiting on recruiters and hiring managers to reach out to you for opportunities. And, it&rsquo;s not settling for the first offer you get.

The days of having a passive job search strategy are over. Now, it&rsquo;s time for you to take control of your job search!

Get a better job faster with ACMA programs providing:


	A structured program and proven career coaching system involving a completely different approach to job search and career development based on research and analysis 
	Help to get you totally clear on your career objective/pathway
	Thorough preparation for the career transition or job search
	Guidance (24/7) through proven job search methodologies/strategies including the latest Emotional Intelligence (EI), Rapid Pathway Molding (RPM), Narrative Therapy (NT), Cognitive Information Processing (CIP) &amp; Prior Learning Assessment Recognition (PLAR) techniques
	Profile differentiating your unique qualities and skills from others; with a complete portfolio of &quot;self-marketing&quot; techniques, tools and methods
	Evidence-based assistance to land you the RIGHT job sooner, with maximum remuneration
	Development of a long-term plan for ongoing career management including retraining and/or upskilling options
	Personalised support through the challenging or discouraging moments, including salary negotiation
	Coaching (24/7) through all stages such as networking, interviewing, negotiating, psychometric testing, finding hidden jobs and more...
	Highly effective tools and resources needed for career transition success (now and into the future), plus developing your all-important online digital and social media profiles
	Learn how to recession-proof your career for the long term
	Be personally case managed by Australia&#39;s leading career management consultants



WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career-paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation



(Interactive online career management services options available throughout Australia and overseas)

Note: These programs comply with the Australian Government&#39;s &quot;Australian Blueprint for Career Development&quot; career management competency guidelines

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<title><![CDATA[Avoid this career destroying habit]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Career coasting is deadly.
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<content><![CDATA[People often wonder why their career is not progressing, whilst others are thriving.

You&rsquo;re doing a good job; you know the job inside out and you&rsquo;re comfortable!

This is the point: &quot;When your job becomes so easy it is a sign to move on and push yourself to learn more skills, look for a promotion or get another job.&quot;

Career coasting is deadly.

Whilst you are sitting comfortably in your job, you are not learning or growing like others who continually look for career challenges and advancement opportunities.  Soon your resume will shout out a warning to recruiters who are on the alert for career coasters, if this occurs your career advancement is finished.

Be forever restless in your career, never let complacency override your responsibility for ongoing personal career growth to keep ahead of others more motivated.

Develop a career plan, and work closely with your ACMA consultant to ensure your ongoing relevance to the workforce.

TOMORROW IS TOO LATE!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job when professional career guidance occurred. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<pubDate>24 May 2022 05:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[How the ACMA case management process works]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[The ACMA case management serves as a means for achieving client wellness and autonomy through advocacy, communication, education, identification of service resources and service facilitation . . .
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<content><![CDATA[The ACMA case management serves as a means for achieving client wellness and autonomy through advocacy, communication, education, identification of service resources and service facilitation . . .

Case management services are best offered in a climate that allows direct communication between the case manager, the client, and appropriate service personnel, in order to optimise the outcome for all concerned.

~Case Management Society of America (CMSA)


The ACMA case management process is the foundation for all ACMA programs and is based on the Case Management Society of America (CMSA) guidelines (although expanded and tailored to Australian conditions).

NEEDS ASSESSMENT

Part of the overall needs assessment and referral process, assessing a client&rsquo;s needs is generally the first stage of your work together. Depending on the model, case managers may not do the initial needs assessment; instead, they may only meet with clients after it has been determined that the clients are eligible for case management. Generally, at that point, the case manager would likely conduct a more comprehensive assessment of client needs.

According to the National Case Management network, &ldquo;Assessment is a dynamic and ongoing collaborative process that actively involves the client and others to secure information in a timely manner and to identify the client&rsquo;s values, goals, functional and cognitive capacity, strengths, abilities, preferences, resources, supports, and needs. Assessment must be managed from the beginning with the end in mind, with an understanding of eligibility and a holistic approach. It is important to go beyond the obvious &ndash; to ask probing questions and use clarifying statements to ensure that the client&rsquo;s needs are fully assessed (e.g., if a client mentions recovering from a car accident, an effective needs assessment would surface the employment-related barriers resulting from that accident, such as daily pain, loss of concentration, or panic attacks). Other components of a needs assessment and referral are  (e.g., understanding mandate, building a working alliance, and conceptualising the case).

Case managers may use in-house or customised forms for conducting preliminary, as well as comprehensive, needs assessments; such forms are used to document the assessment process and, later, anchor the client&rsquo;s goals and action plan. It is important, however, that case managers do not overly rely on these forms; instead, they should have the skills to know when to move beyond the form in order to ensure an adequate assessment of client needs has been completed.

In many funded programs, there can be some pressure to ensure the number of clients served is consistently reaching, or even exceeding, expectations. This can, in turn, result in programs accepting clients who are not employment-ready (where &ldquo;ready for work&rdquo; is mandatory for the intervention) or who fail, in some other way, to meet minimum requirements (e.g., language level, living within a specific geographical region). When case managers feel pressured to accept clients who don&rsquo;t adequately fit program mandates, it would be a good time to consult with their supervisors or managers about how to navigate the disconnect.

ASSESSMENT TOOLS

There are formal and informal assessment tools/tests that might form part of the needs assessment process. The use of assessment tools is an area of speciality and not all case managers will have the competency or qualifications to administer some types of formal career/vocational assessment tools. However, the sector does have comprehensive training available in the use of assessment tools/tests.

Beyond career/vocational assessment tools, case managers may work with clients who need specialized assessments (e.g., educational, functional, medical, psychological). They should, therefore, be aware of who in the region is able to offer specialized assessment services. Referrals to these types of services should only be done when there is a clear need that can be supported by a strong rationale. Specialized assessments cannot be used as a &ldquo;holding activity&rdquo; to keep the client busy while waiting for a funding decision.

When case managers receive detailed assessment reports, they need to be able to integrate that information into their work with clients, which may require additional training and/or consultation. The information cannot just be placed in the file without action. Of course, it is also important to understand that some assessment reports are not well-written; in these instances, the problem lies not with the case manager but with the assessment specialist. Case managers, and the agencies that employ them, therefore need to be good consumers of specialised services, understanding how to choose who to work with and evaluate his/her areas of expertise.

CASE CONCEPTUALISATION

The case manager&rsquo;s theoretical orientation, prior experiences, and personal biases will all influence his or her perception and understanding of the client&rsquo;s unique situation. This perception/understanding is sometimes referred to as &ldquo;case conceptualisation.&rdquo; Delving deeply into career development theories and personal biases is beyond the scope of this guide. 

It is absolutely essential for case managers to be aware of the impact their theoretical perspectives and personal biases may have on their work with clients. da Vinci once said, &ldquo;He who loves practice without theory is like the sailor who boards a ship without a rudder and compass and never knows where he may cast.&rdquo; Theory is the foundation on which work with clients can begin; each theoretical orientation can help case managers view the client&rsquo;s career story through a different lens, allowing for an enhanced analysis of need.

For example, considering person-environment fit perspectives can help case managers identify the type of work and/or work environment the client is most suited for. Conversely, using a developmental perspective can help case managers identify what stage of development the client&rsquo;s career may be in,  as well as what stage the client believes he or she should be in. Utilising a systems theory, case managers can help identify the various career influences (e.g., environmental, economic, social) impacting the client&rsquo;s career.

Perhaps most importantly, case conceptualisation, done well, will help case managers sense when to seek consultation with a colleague or supervisor and when to gently push back or question a client. For example, effective case conceptualisation can help surface the possibility of mental health issues, supporting the case manager in identifying what work the client can reasonably succeed at now to allow time and space for mental and emotional healing.

MAKING DECISIONS

After opportunities and options have been explored and discussed, case managers will guide clients through a decision-making process. It may be tempting to jump into this stage prematurely, perhaps due to a perceived pressure to develop an action plan. However, successful case managers provide efficient, cost-effective case management support while building in reasonable timelines for the client to gather sufficient information to make informed decisions. Bear in mind that, although the client may decide to pursue any number of options, to be eligible for government-funded services, the decision will need to fit within very specific guidelines and be based on factual research, demonstrated likelihood of employment results, and the nebulous concept of &ldquo;fairness.&rdquo;

Some decision-making strategies include:


	Using &ldquo;emergent&rdquo; decisions (i.e., after research, a &ldquo;right&rdquo; choice seems to emerge)
	Normalising ambiguity and doubt
	Leaving open the option to change
	Making a series of small decisions, rather than one big one
	Introducing formal problem-solving techniques
	Acknowledging that &ldquo;every decision is a career decision


COLLABORATIVE ACTION PLANNING

Case managers are often tasked with helping clients set short-,  mid-, and long-term goals and develop an action plan to facilitate reaching those goals. Perhaps most importantly, case managers need to remember that action planning can be an emergent process. In most instances, clients will be expected to develop an action plan during their first meeting with a case manager. However, this action plan may be revised multiple times as clients explore opportunities and connect with the community. 

Through their community connections and thorough understanding of available supports, case managers can help link clients to resources they&rsquo;ll need to achieve their goals and finalise their action plans. Case managers, along with their clients, can also identify various strategic client supports. These may include specific tasks that are anchored in the broad plan (e.g., informational interviewing,  researching training institutions) as well as other activities that will help a client stay on task but may not be specifically outlined in the plan (e.g., scheduling regular walk breaks, getting sufficient rest).

Developing a solid action plan will likely involve stakeholders beyond the case manager and client (e.g., career counsellors/coaches, family members, job developers, funders, educational institutions, and employers). Case managers play a key role in coordinating stakeholder input into action planning that maximises the client&rsquo;s chance of success. This could include bringing interdisciplinary teams together to a case conference or facilitating discussions across stakeholders in order to better serve and support clients. Case managers may also need to skillfully manage collaborative processes to prevent and/or manage and resolve conflicts.

Case managers will also need to document activities and communication, as well as supports and concerns raised by stakeholders. This documentation will help case managers negotiate a plan with the final decision maker (e.g., funder).

From a case management perspective, as a plan is being finalised, it needs to be organised into specific, measurable, achievable, time-limited steps. Some strategies include:


	Providing guidance and models for goal-setting and action planning
	Asking for clarification and further explanation if the steps seem vague or unrealistic
	Helping the client visualise how short-term action steps fit with long-term plans
	Working backwards  &ndash;  beginning with long-term goals, then specifying what will happen &ldquo;just before,&rdquo; then backing up to immediate steps with specific timelines, back-up plans, and daily &ldquo;to-do&rdquo; lists
	Seriously considering financial implications of the plan (i.e., needs/resources)


MAKING REFERRALS

The Canadian Standards of Practice for Case Management consider case management as a purposeful activity; interventions need to address the specific and immediate needs of clients. Sometimes, however, the most relevant interventions may not be offered by the agency a case manager works for; instead, the best option may be offered by another service provider. In a systems-driven model, where funding is often tied to services provided, it can seem counterintuitive to refer to an external service provider, as this can result in reduced fees for their own organisation.  However, ethical case management requires prioritising the needs of the client above the needs of the organisation. As such, case managers are encouraged to remain aware of the services offered not only by their own agencies but by other organisations throughout the region.

Further, every referral must be to services deemed necessary and appropriate. To be necessary, a service should be required (i.e., needed by the client); to be appropriate, a service must take into account the client&rsquo;s specific circumstances.

EXPLORING OPPORTUNITIES

Only after a strong working alliance has been established, needs have been assessed, and goals have been set, can case managers begin to work on exploring opportunities and options. It can be easy to jump into this stage too soon, especially given the time and resource constraints case managers may be working within. Once a working relationship and clear goals are in place, however, simple strategies for exploration include:


	Discussing appropriate funding or program alternatives that meet the client&rsquo;s needs and eligibility
	Introducing the client to work options that may include short-term contracts, self-employment, multi-tracking (i.e., combining two or more part-time roles)
	Introducing the client to reference materials and community resources
	Introducing research techniques such as informational interviewing and job-shadowing, the Career Research Worksheet
	Providing forms or tip sheets to guide the client&rsquo;s independent research
	Referring to another service provider for more comprehensive career decision-making support


MEASURING AND EVALUATING   PROGRESS / MAKING ADJUSTMENTS

Case managers have a significant responsibility to monitor their clients&rsquo; progress, determine and report results, modify the action plan as required, and eventually close the client file. To do this effectively requires skills in conducting surveys and phone interviews, efficiently collecting data, and keeping comprehensive records. Case managers will also need to use their assessment and counselling skills at this stage to determine if the client requires further support and/or a renewed action plan. Many case managers struggle with this part of their mandate, wondering:


	How often should you attempt to contact the client
	How to efficiently track client progress while maintaining confidentiality
	What to do when clients don&rsquo;t respond to phone messages or can no longer be contacted


Although each of these concerns needs to be addressed and resolved at a local level, some experienced case managers have utilised strategies such as calling at irregular hours (evenings or weekends) or on rainy days, sending letters with prepaid reply cards inside, or supplying the client with dated postcards to return by mail at pre-arranged times. Technology can also assist at this stage, including connecting with clients through email,  text messaging, and Facebook messaging. Care must always be taken, however, when using any type of social media. Case managers need to understand the various ethical issues (e.g., &ldquo;friending&rdquo; clients, confidentiality) that may be present and ensure adherence to organisational policies.

As follow-up occurs, case managers are expected to monitor and evaluate progress to ensure the action plan still meets the client&rsquo;s needs. If the plan requires adjustment, case managers need to document an alternate plan and a rationale for recommending it. It is important to consider both individual characteristics (e.g., client motivation) and systemic factors (e.g., denied funding, family changes) that may be impacting success.

In performance-based models, measuring and evaluating client progress is a crucial component of effective case management, as, within such models, funding may not be released to the agency until the client achieves certain outcomes (e.g., employment).

TRANSITION AND CLOSING THE CASE

At this stage, case managers, along with clients and key stakeholders, decide whether a client&rsquo;s case file can be closed or if, for some reason, a transition to another case manager and/or service provider is required.

Case managers are encouraged to work within a process that supports eventual disengagement and facilitates client independence and autonomy (i.e., lifelong career management). It is reasonable and respectful to give clients sufficient reminders of when and why their access to services will end and their file will be closed. It is also important to inform clients about how their files can be reopened if additional services are required. When case files are closed, notes should be up-to-date, clearly indicating the client&rsquo;s outcome(s) and any recommended next steps.

The Case Management Society of America (2010) noted that cases should be terminated &ldquo;based upon established case closure guidelines.&quot;  As these could be different for each setting, case managers need to be aware of guidelines for case closure as well as documentation and reporting requirements.

Some clients may need additional time to fully attach to employment; therefore, it is important not to close client files prematurely. However, cases can&rsquo;t be kept open when clients no longer need services. Avoiding case closure can create client dependency and can be an ethical issue (i.e., what work isn&rsquo;t being done or what clients aren&rsquo;t being served when working with clients who no longer need support?). Case closure is often linked to key metrics with funders. Closing a case too soon or leaving it open too long may impact how funders measure the outcome and impact of services.

Note: ACMA&#39;s (unlimited length) programs are not CLOSED until after the participant completes a full 12 months of employment in their new job or promotion position, or a satisfactory conclusion is reached when providing Employee Assistance Program (EAP).


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Data literacy in the workforce]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Data literacy is the GOLD of the third decade of the 21st century.
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<content><![CDATA[Data literacy is the GOLD of the third decade of the 21st century.

It is reported that many business leaders and recruiters place a high value on data literacy and AI in candidates and certainly train their current employees with data analytics, data management and AI skills.

Reading, working with, and communicating with data are now vital tools for business success in the digitally transformed workforce.

The race is on to upskill current employees and recruit new talent who bring strong data literacy skills.

This not only applies to technology professionals but also to all levels of management and administration.

This is not simply the future, but the NOW!

Career-focused people should not wait for their employer to provide data literacy training, as they risk missing out on career growth and opportunities, effectively being left behind.

ACMA has assisted many people to develop a broad range of data analytics skills specifically tailored to various industries, sectors and professions.

Accept the fact that all levels of business and commerce run on data and its application in the delivery of goods and services throughout the economy.

Let ACMA assess, plan and assist you in gaining these critical skills.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<pubDate>06 Apr 2022 03:02:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Don&acirc;&#128;&#153;t let your job run (RUIN) your life]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[In today&rsquo;s busy world many people focus mainly on their job to the detriment of everything else.
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<content><![CDATA[In today&rsquo;s busy world many people focus mainly on their job to the detriment of everything else.

While your career is an important component of any functioning person, it is only a part of a well-lived life.

COVID has caused many people worldwide to revaluate their lives from a more holistic perspective and this is one of the few &ldquo;goods&rdquo; caused by the pandemic.

Life Plans are not as silly as the concept might seem as it acknowledges that a lifespan has many stages, including the &ldquo;up and downs&rdquo;.

In my profession as a career coach, I am often asked by clients &ldquo;what is the next step in my career&rdquo;, when it is obvious that the real question should be &ldquo;what is the next step in my life&rdquo;.

If a person thinks that their career will sustain their life until they die, they are in for a rude awakening, probably when it is too late.

LIFE = FFFJ

FAMILY

FRIENDS 

FUN

JOB

Note that this simple formula clearly demonstrates that a job is only PART OF A PERSON&#39;S LIFE.  If a person becomes obsessed with only one part of their life to the exclusion of the others, then they will not have a full and satisfying life to reflect on, particularly in their lonely twilight years.

&ldquo;All work and no play makes Jack (Jill) a dull boy&quot; is a proverb. It means that without time off from work, a person becomes both bored and boring. The exact origins of the phrase remain unclear, though it was recorded as early as 1659 (source Wikipedia).

The good news is that technology and changing employer attitudes now provide ongoing options to build a balanced work and play approach for many people.

The reality is that humans are by nature social creatures who rely heavily on other people for fulfilment and support structures.

HAVE A GOOD LIFE!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful executive career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<pubDate>18 Feb 2022 04:13:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[New career ideas in an AI world]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[It is a never-ending human trait to want to know the future, with many people searching for NEW CAREER IDEAS.
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<content><![CDATA[It is a never-ending human trait to want to know the future, with many people searching for NEW CAREER IDEAS.

We have very little control over most aspects of our lives, which often causes anxiety and apprehension. However, our career is one aspect where we can take positive action today to ensure that good things happen tomorrow (or at least have a high chance of occurring).

Gaining new career ideas in the rapidly evolving AI world is one of the few areas of life where a person can initiate actions, take control, and enjoy the good career outcomes of this fundamentally important part of a person&#39;s existence, now and into the future.

Nothing is guaranteed in life, but with professional assessment and help, plus research and planning, most people can build a solid foundation for implementing new career ideas and consequent personal fulfilment.

So how can new career ideas lead to a career change or career growth? In reality, it can be yours anytime you decide to take the necessary steps to consolidate and grow your career. This applies equally to senior management and factory floor personnel across all industry sectors, occupations and regions&hellip;in other words; it applies to you.

Clearly, knowing where you want your career to go is the first step in what is often a complex but rewarding personal journey.

ACMA has assisted thousands of people in acting on their new career ideas. There are predictable milestones, initiatives, and indicators applicable to all people irrespective of background, etc. All that is needed is personal motivation to maximise your career opportunities&hellip;it all starts and finishes with you.

Let me set out a case study that illustrates a typical career discovery pathway:

&quot;Bob was a 35-year-old sales representative at an import/export company, and he was becoming frustrated at his lack of understanding of his next career move. 

After an intensive assessment, it was discovered that he would really like the company manager&#39;s job but had no idea how to get there. I got Bob to investigate the manager&#39;s career path over the last twenty years and to develop a chart showing the manager&#39;s progress to his current position.

Bob found out that the manager had worked in all aspects of the business, and in his late 30&#39;s, had completed a Bachelor of Business degree (part-time) and then succeeded the previous manager almost ten years ago.

So, I said to Bob that if your career progress mimicked your manager, then this should be a pretty good guide on how to fulfil your ambition.&quot;

Bingo!&hellip; NEW CAREER IDEAS converted to reality.

Having a plan and a vision is essential and open to anybody. Being clear about your goals and how to achieve them should be the guiding principle for all career-focused people.

There is underlying predictability about any career pathway, and it is one of the few areas of life that can be traced and replicated.

Copious research supports the above proposition that reaching and acting on new career ideas is essential for career development and readily available to all motivated workforce participants.

New career ideas by themselves will not advance your career; however, it is the first stepping stone in the right direction.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

THE ACMA STORY

TESTIMONIALS

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<pubDate>05 Feb 2022 07:01:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Are you blind to your skill set]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Most people are blind to their transferable skill set and value to the market.
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<content><![CDATA[Most people are blind to their transferable skill set and value to the market.

It&#39;s like driving a car with your eyes closed.  You will never get to your destination and there is probably a crash coming at you in the future that you are oblivious to.

How can you expect your current or future employer to appreciate and remunerate you appropriately if you don&#39;t know?

People usually think about their transferable skills when applying for a job, promotion or considering a career change.  Employers often look for people who can demonstrate a good set of transferable skills.

The good news is that you already have transferable skills &ndash; you&rsquo;ve developed such skills and abilities throughout your working life, perhaps at university, at home and in your social interactions, as well as through any experience in your life.

It is often important that you can identify and give examples of the transferable skills that you have developed - this will go a long way to persuading prospective employers that you are right for the job.

You may think that a lack of relevant, industry-specific experience will stop you from getting a job but this is not always the case. If you are changing careers, you&rsquo;ll be pleased to learn that employers are often looking for potential.  Therefore, it is vital that you sell your potential by demonstrating the transferable skills that you have developed already.

Communication Skills

Communication skills help you exchange information with people both inside and outside your company. The ability to get your point across well will be relevant in any role where you have to interact with people or create or present content on behalf of or to your team or company.


	Content Writing/Development/Creation
	Editing
	Grant Writing
	Language Proficiencies
	Phone Screening
	Proposal Writing
	Public Speaking


Interpersonal Skills

Interpersonal skills help you work well with team members, managers, direct reports, clients, and stakeholders. If your job requires interacting with people in any way, these are likely to be of high importance.


	Business Development
	Client/Account Management
	Collaboration
	Conflict Management and Resolution
	Customer Service
	Partnership Development
	Process Development
	Relationship Building
	Sales Skills
	Teamwork


Leadership Skills

The ways in which you have exercised your ability to manage and lead can set you apart and are also industry-fluid.


	Change Management
	Company Culture Leadership
	Employee Training and Development Facilitation
	Mentorship Skills
	Team Management or Leadership
	People Management
	Project/Program/Operations Management
	Strategy Leadership
	Talent Acquisition/Hiring Committee Leadership


Other Soft Skills

These talents and strengths can tell your future employer where you shine outside of the technical requirements of the job.


	Adaptability
	Agility
	Attention to Detail
	Creative Thinking
	Goal Setting
	Independence/Self-Motivation
	Innovation
	Multitasking
	Organisation
	Problem Solving
	Resourcefulness
	Time Management
	Emotional intelligence


Technical and Task-Oriented Skills

These are tools and tasks in which you are proficient that could add value to your next opportunity, regardless of industry.


	Accounting
	Adobe Creative Suite
	Bookkeeping
	Content Management Systems (such as WordPress, Drupal, and Squarespace)
	Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software (such as Salesforce)
	Database Management
	Equipment Installation
	Google Analytics
	Graphic Design
	HTML/CSS
	Ideation and Concepting
	Microsoft Office Suite: With software this broad, you might want to specify tasks such as making pivot tables, creating macros, performing data analysis in Excel or creating presentations in PowerPoint.
	Project Management and Collaboration Software (such as Trello, Asana, Airtable, Jira, Slack, and G Suite)
	Reporting and Analysis Skills
	Social Media Management and Scheduling
	SEO
	Professional Certifications: Certifications often speak to skills that can be transferable to other industries, such as Project Management Professional (PMP) certifications indicating that someone has project management skills, organization skills, and leadership skills. Credentials like Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) or Google Analytics Individual Qualification can prove you&rsquo;re an expert in the skills they&rsquo;re named for.
	Typing
	Website Design



WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<pubDate>04 Feb 2022 05:35:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Avoid CAREER BURNOUT]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Career burnout can destroy both your professional and private lives, so obtain assistance immediately.
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<content><![CDATA[Career burnout can destroy both your professional and private lives, so obtain assistance immediately.

Numerous workplace issues can overwhelm people, however, most are minor and are easily solved.  If left to fester it can cause significant and recurring barriers such as NEGATIVE THINKING&hellip; highly destructive and unnecessary self-sabotage.

Negative thinking can manifest itself in your body language, speech and personal presentation and can be an immediate flashing red light to most employers.

People can be so hard on themselves such as:

&quot;I don&#39;t like my boss&quot;

&quot;I have too much work and not enough time&quot;

&ldquo;I am always stressed and tired before and after work&quot;

&ldquo;I am worthless; so why would an employer want me&quot;

&ldquo;Everyone is more experienced and qualified than me&rdquo;

&ldquo;There is no way out of this situation so I must resign&rdquo;

&quot;My partner gets annoyed when I keep talking about my work problems&quot;

Everyone has talents and attributes to offer.  Focus on these and what is great about you.

Work with a career coach as you did with your driving instructor.  Most career burnout issues can be dealt with before you make quick decisions simply based on your current negative state of mind.

Rejection and disappointment are an unavoidable part of any career journey (it mimics life).

A QUALIFIED career counsellor experienced in guiding people to avoid and/or manage career burnout is your pathway to a better life.

Throw away your negative thoughts and replace them with new tactics, plans and lots of action.

Don&rsquo;t ponder on what is not right, just put your mind to becoming more employable and valuable via new qualifications, expanding personal connections and always being proactive.

Never be a victim; always be a participant!

Often people attempt to live their lives backwards...you must first be who you really are then do what you need to do in order to have what you want.&quot;  - Margaret Young


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

THE ACMA STORY

TESTIMONIALS

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<pubDate>18 Jan 2022 04:56:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Visualise your career future&acirc;&#128;&brvbar;then contact ACMA]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Let ACMA take charge of your career future.
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<content><![CDATA[The ACMA &quot;Career Talk&quot; Career Management System

&ldquo;Career Talk&rdquo; is a &quot;bespoke&quot; secure, dedicated online workspace where both the client and career consultant interact and collaborate throughout the program.  This Australian designed and built system facilitates both online and face to face conversations enabling the delivery of career guidance, resources and training anywhere in the world via smartphone, tablet or computer. This interface delivers convenient and immediate close one on one interaction, real-time monitoring and unrivalled personalised support between the client and career consultant.

It is like having your career consultant sitting next to you at your desk or kitchen table 7 days a week COACH ON-CALL...virtually yours!

What is included in the workspace?


	
	Internal messaging system for the delivery of various instructions, resources and tasks&hellip;it is similar to email but far more secure and functional
	



	
	Internal SMS communications to talk quickly and directly to your career consultant whenever you may need assistance
	



	
	1800 toll-free number means that a client can ring their career consultant 7 days per week
	



	
	A centralised workspace managing all client-consultant interactions, history, records of all instructions, workbooks, plans, questions, assessments, file notes, research tools and much more...
	
	
	Advanced video conferencing facilities delivering face to face training and discussions
	



	
	Provides a direct interface to your LinkedIn Profile for easy access without leaving the Career Talk system
	



	
	An extensive library of manuals and resources used in any career development or job search process
	



	
	The system allows the career consultant to closely track all of the client&#39;s activities including assessments, job applications, interviews, weekly activity reporting...and more.  This enables timely interventions and suggestions to keep the client continually focused and on track
	



	
	The client can work on the system 24/7 with no restrictions
	



	
	An online job search button enables the client to source and to receive specific online job opportunity notifications automatically on a daily basis (avoids being registered on and maintaining multiple job sites)
	



	
	All documents such as resumes, education certificates, academic transcripts, written references, accomplishment notes, Australian residency documents and much more are all saved on the system so there is no risk of losing any important documents or forgetting vital instructions
	



	
	Face to face discussions or specialised training such as &ldquo;mock interviews&rdquo; can be delivered in your own home or nominated venue at any booked time between 9.00 am and 9.00 pm 7 days per week
	
	
	The Career Talk system is built with the objective of providing an advanced electronic workspace combined with multi-level communication options between the client and career consultant, thereby enabling real-time monitoring, technical advice, training and support to be easily delivered anywhere at any time (absolute convenience)
	


The &quot;Career Talk&quot; system provides a complete solution for people wanting immediate high-quality personalised career development assistance that fits their own lifestyles, locations and schedules. 

A career management technology platform built for the third decade of the 21st-century!

Originally launched in 2008, ACMA continually invests, develops and regularly upgrades the Career Talk technology platform to ensure that its position as an innovative leader in the Asia/Pacific region continues.

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research, and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<pubDate>09 Jan 2022 03:27:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Be forever restless with your professional career]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Be forever restless with your professional career...critical opportunities tend to come and go quickly!
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<content><![CDATA[Be forever restless with your professional career...critical opportunities tend to come and go quickly!

Ensure that your next career move is a winner!

ACMA provides a full case management process that works with professionals until they are placed into their next position or promotion...with no limitations on length or intensity of support required.

&quot;IF YOU VALUE YOUR CAREER, YOU WILL VALUE OUR SERVICE&quot;

Career advice for professionals based on RESEARCH...not chance!


With our advanced technology, job search strategies and national job market intelligence we assist tertiary qualified professionals throughout Australia/NZ to change or develop their careers...it is a complex task to get right. It&rsquo;s never too late to re-connect with your career passion &ndash; as long as you have the right resources and professional support!

Let ACMA provide you with a complete career development process and a comprehensive set of in-depth resources that you cannot obtain anywhere else. We will assist to shorten any job search with SUPPORT and RESOURCES that only our clients can access.  

A lot of people tend to think, &ldquo;I don&rsquo;t need help with my career or job search, I can do it on my own.&rdquo; But the truth is, professional career development today is SO different from what people think it is. 

You&rsquo;re the one who needs to take control of your career journey, and the sooner you take control, the better off you&rsquo;ll be. Do this for yourself, and the professional you want to be.

&bull; Directly managed and supervised by your own professional career management consultant (1 on 1 support)

&bull; Comprehensive strategic career review

&bull; Clearly developed action plan with defined pathways

&bull; A completely different holistic approach

&bull; Clearly demonstrate to employers and recruiters your unique value, offering and potential to the market

&bull; Superior guidance and technical advice

&bull; Interview training and salary negotiation

&bull; Long-term career safety net

Personal branding:  Your perceived value-add proposition that you present to a company implies a promise. A promise that you will bring something to the table that will significantly contribute to their organisation. You must prove that your unique &quot;brand&quot; will contribute more to the company than the brand being presented by your competition. Your ability to communicate your brand, verbally, in writing and digitally, will drive your success in conducting an effective job search.

Career mapping:  &quot;Where do I see myself in five years?&rdquo; You may be drawn to the idea of launching your own business or perhaps you want a complete career change or an internal promotion within your existing company. But how do you get there? It is not a straight pathway.

An effective professional career development plan stems from a well-designed, well planned, well organised, and well-executed process. Much like any business process, there are many pieces to the puzzle. It all begins with having the right resources in place and the right advice on how to use them effectively.

We will lead you through a highly-organised process that is custom-designed and tailored to meet your specific career needs and objectives.

Get a better job or promotion faster with ACMA&#39;s Professionals career development program providing:


	A structured program and proven career coaching system involving a completely different approach to job search and career development based on research and analysis 
	Help to get you totally clear on your career objective/pathway
	Thorough preparation for the career transition or job search
	Guidance (24/7) through proven job search methodologies/strategies including the latest Emotional Intelligence (EI), Rapid Pathway Molding (RPM), Narrative Therapy (NT), Cognitive Information Processing (CIP) &amp; Prior Learning Assessment Recognition (PLAR) techniques
	Profile differentiating your unique qualities and skills from others; with a complete portfolio of &quot;self-marketing&quot; techniques, tools and methods
	Evidence-based assistance to land you the RIGHT job sooner, with maximum remuneration
	Development of a long-term plan for ongoing career management including retraining and/or upskilling options
	Personalised support through the challenging or discouraging moments, including salary negotiation
	Coaching (24/7) through all stages such as networking, interviewing, negotiating, psychometric testing, finding hidden jobs and more...
	Highly effective tools and resources needed for professional career development success (now and into the future), plus developing your all-important online digital and social media profiles
	Learn how to recession-proof your career for the long term
	Clearly demonstrate to employers and recruiters your unique value proposition, offering and potential to the market
	Be personally case managed by Australia&#39;s leading career management consultants


Whether you are currently in a senior position or simply a rising star, partner with us TODAY to maximise your career potential and value.

Click this link for written success stories


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful professional career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<pubDate>06 Jan 2022 01:20:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Good career moves don&#39;t happen overnight]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Good career moves don&#39;t happen overnight.  They are a result of a disciplined chain of events and actions that YOU ARE IN CHARGE OFF!
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<content><![CDATA[Good career moves don&#39;t happen overnight.  They are a result of a disciplined chain of events and actions that YOU ARE IN CHARGE OFF!

Expert career coaching to help you find the right job, faster

The career counselling hub of Australia!

We assist people from all backgrounds, industries, organisations, professions, age groups, private or public sectors and locations to find THE RIGHT JOB.  Our innovative approach to career coaching and career development by providing structured case management programs is unique.

Whether you&rsquo;re an executive, graduate, mature-age candidate, newly arrived migrant, manual worker, professional, expatriate, retrenched, unemployed, career changer, frustrated with your current job or simply looking to maximise your career options - we can assist you to find the right job, faster.

Whatever your occupation, wherever you are located contact us NOW!

Our career management consultants will guide you through your career transition or job search, from initial professional assessment, resume writing, interview preparation, salary negotiation to developing your own personalised career plan, retraining and/or upskilling options, plus much more...

For companies, we provide intensive support for all industry sectors through our corporate outplacement services. 

Unlock your true career potential with ACMA&#39;s proven Career Management, Career Development and Outplacement programs.

A lot of people tend to think, &ldquo;I don&rsquo;t need help with changing careers or to get the right job, I can do it all on my own.&rdquo; But the truth is, the process is SO different from what people think it is. 

You&rsquo;re the one who needs to take control of your career journey, and the sooner you take control, the better off you&rsquo;ll be. Do this for yourself, and the person you want to be.

Client feedback: &quot; I am now stronger, more capable and now educated in finding and applying for jobs. I know how to answer interview questions and I now love what I do. You are everything you say you are and you have gone above and beyond to help a person you have never even met. You were more effective than any counselling because you addressed the problem.&quot; 


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<pubDate>03 Jan 2022 23:42:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Don&#39;t quit your job]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Don&rsquo;t quit your current job as it can be ten times harder when unemployed.
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<content><![CDATA[Don&rsquo;t quit your current job as it can be ten times harder when unemployed.

Some employers have an unwritten (illegal) rule to not hire any unemployed candidates, so avoid fighting with one hand tied behind your back. Besides, it might take longer than you think to get another job and unemployment is financially costly and stressful.

Don&rsquo;t let your age, background, career confusion or any other reason stop you from getting the job you want. 

We have been helping people, just like you, find the RIGHT JOB by providing personalised ongoing support and assistance since 1991. 

&quot;IF YOU VALUE YOUR CAREER, YOU WILL VALUE OUR SERVICE&quot;

Job search based on RESEARCH...not chance!


But don&rsquo;t take our word for it&hellip;listen to what others have to say:

&ldquo;I had received a huge number of rejections and I was sceptical that you could help, but soon after starting your program I realised the service you offer is nothing but professional&rdquo;

&ldquo;With my non-English speaking background I was apprehensive, but it worked for me.  My advice to someone wanting a job is to do what you say, and it will work for them too&rdquo;

&ldquo;As a mature age job seeker, it was not easy for me.  Your caring, professional approach, 24/7 support and follow-up kept me focused to get on with my job search&rdquo;

&ldquo;Career change was impossible until I was introduced to your structured program&rdquo;

You can be happy and satisfied too.  Phone 1800 245 380

A lot of people tend to think, &ldquo;I don&rsquo;t need help with my job search, I can land a job on my own.&rdquo; But the truth is, job search today is SO different than what people think it is. 

It&rsquo;s not applying to every job you think you&rsquo;re qualified for and hope you get a call. It&rsquo;s not waiting on recruiters and hiring managers to reach out to you for opportunities. And, it&rsquo;s not settling for the first offer you get.

The days of having a passive job search strategy are over. Now, it&rsquo;s time for you to take control of your job search!

Get a better job faster with ACMA programs providing:


	A structured program and proven career coaching system involving a completely different approach to job search and career development based on research and analysis 
	Help to get you totally clear on your career objective/pathway
	Thorough preparation for the career transition or job search
	Guidance (24/7) through proven job search methodologies/strategies including the latest Emotional Intelligence (EI), Rapid Pathway Molding (RPM), Narrative Therapy (NT), Cognitive Information Processing (CIP) &amp; Prior Learning Assessment Recognition (PLAR) techniques
	Profile differentiating your unique qualities and skills from others; with a complete portfolio of &quot;self-marketing&quot; techniques, tools and methods
	Evidence-based assistance to land you the RIGHT job sooner, with maximum remuneration
	Development of a long-term plan for ongoing career management including retraining and/or upskilling options
	Personalised support through the challenging or discouraging moments, including salary negotiation
	Coaching (24/7) through all stages such as networking, interviewing, negotiating, psychometric testing, finding hidden jobs and more...
	Highly effective tools and resources needed for career transition success (now and into the future), plus developing your all-important online digital and social media profiles
	Learn how to recession-proof your career for the long term
	Be personally case managed by Australia&#39;s leading career management consultants



WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career-paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation



 
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<pubDate>11 Dec 2021 04:24:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Careers do not STAND STILL]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Careers either progress or wither. 
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<content><![CDATA[Life never stays the same and so it is with your career (even if you do not like the concept)...COVID has profoundly changed the workforce culture.

Nature never stands still, the life force is ever-present, changing, growing and adapting&hellip;this is an underlying truth.

&ldquo;But I like my job and social environment, and just want it to stay that way&rdquo;.  In ten years time, many things will have changed in your life, and if you do not manage that change along the way, you will be disillusioned and left behind.

Career management and planning should be invigorating and inspiring; otherwise, you are probably in the wrong job and should consider a career change NOW.

&ldquo;If I change my career and take a risk then, my partner will be upset, and my parents may feel that they wasted all that energy on my education&rdquo;.  Another truth is that to advance in life, you will always upset someone.

Really? Think about you and a fellow worker competing for a promotion.  There is only one position vacant so if you get the appointment then the other person is going to be upset, and the reverse applies if you don&rsquo;t.

Be ever vigilant and restless&hellip;

Therefore, you will need to take the following steps:

&bull; Assess your career fitness

-Could you leave your job tomorrow and be quickly &ldquo;snapped up&rdquo; by a major competitor.  In other words, are you attractive to another employer?

&bull; Evaluate your skillset with a market-ready focus

-Develop a list of your skills and match them to job advertisements.  Do they match at least 90% of job specifications?

&bull; Reflect on your suitability to your current sector and employer

-Do you like working in your current sector and does it match your values?

-Is your employer a supportive and progressive organisation or simply a plodder?

&bull; If you had the choice of any job etc. what would it be&hellip;think about your interests

-Perhaps you like photography, fitness or any other activity.

&bull; Identify the deficiencies that you have discovered and explore options to address and/or improve them

&shy;&shy;&shy;&shy;&shy;&shy;-Congratulations, you are now on the way to developing a career management strategy.

A detailed career management evaluation should be an annual task that represents an honest assessment of your career position and how to drive it to the next level.

The point is that nobody will do this for you.  You have a personal responsibility to develop your career via constant reflection, planning and action.

Effective career development is both complex and vital to stay relevant in this ever-changing workforce.  Obtain professional assistance and develop a close relationship with a qualified career counsellor/coach if you cannot manage these tasks yourself.

There has been extensive publicity on the changing nature of the workplace due to robots, drones and driverless vehicles.  It&rsquo;s happening now, and all any person can do is to keep relevant and nimble to capitalise on these new opportunities (and not get left behind).

Accept the fact that career progression and growth does not happen overnight.  What you do today will directly contribute to your career health over the next ten years, and beyond.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

THE ACMA STORY

TESTIMONIALS


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<pubDate>20 Nov 2021 04:13:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Microcredentials are now widely recognised]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Microcredentials are now widely recognised as a legitimate pathway to learning, plus validating specialised skills and competencies.
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<content><![CDATA[Microcredentials are now widely recognised as a legitimate pathway to learning, plus validating specialised skills and competencies.

Microcredentials are used by many major private and public sector organisations, plus career-focused people throughout the world covering:


	Short courses on-site or online
	Boot camps &ndash; short intensive learning experiences, often associated with information technology or entrepreneurship opportunities
	Digital badges earned for achievement or participation in short learning events
	Licences and certifications.


Major benefits of microcredentials include:


	Allowing workers to select and personalise their learning
	Aligning learning with an individual&rsquo;s immediate or longer-term career goals
	Ensuring learning meets employers&rsquo; expectations and industry needs
	The opportunity to explore new subject areas and skills
	Flexible delivery and shorter time commitment
	More learning providers locally and globally to choose from
	Capacity to integrate into career pathways and larger education credentials


As the value and integrity of a university degree decline, employers are looking for candidates that demonstrate excellent people and team skills over a basic degree.

Microcredentials show an employer an ongoing commitment to learning and development, plus a motivated mindset to be your very best.

The major attractions of microcredentials are that they are cheap, high quality, completed online at your convenience and provide a certificate of completion to validate your learnings.

In some aspects, it may also bypass the need for a long term study university degree and associated student loan debts.

Talk to your ACMA career management consultant to find out more and to make good career decisions.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Unlock your true career potential with ACMA&#39;s proven career management program.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<pubDate>09 Nov 2021 23:43:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Don&#39;t stay in a job that you hate ]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Want to make a change in your career? We can help! Contact ACMA today. Call 1800 245 380 or visit https://www.career-manage.com.au/career_change.
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<content><![CDATA[Want to make a change in your career? We can help! Contact ACMA today. Call 1800 245 380 or visit https://www.career-manage.com.au/career_change.

Are you happy about career opportunities with your current employer?

Is your employer denying you the WORK FROM HOME option?

Are you being overlooked for promotions?

Is your relationship with your managers strained?

Do you use all of your skillsets in your current role, and are you broadening your expertise?

Are your friends advancing in their careers and earning more money than you?

Do you feel frustrated and unappreciated at work?

Are you applying for new jobs and consistently failing to get an interview or the job?

If you answer YES to any of these questions then it is time to TAKE ACTION.

Careers are like the flowers in your garden. Plants cannot be left unattended after planting as they require constant assistance to grow and flourish (watering/fertilising etc.).

Just turning up and doing your job every day is not enough to ensure career growth.  A professional CAREER PLAN is a fundamental start to driving your career to its maximum potential.

Careers are about the &quot;long haul&quot; (5, 10, 20 or 30 years), so a researched career plan will form a solid foundation to underpin your future career growth and remuneration structure for years to come...don&#39;t ignore the warning signs as tomorrow may be too late.

Working closely with an ACMA career management professional on this vital and complex task is the key to your future career transition and success.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<pubDate>16 Oct 2021 06:38:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Relaunch your Career to avoid AI]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Learn the new workplace rules and AI procedures to successfully relaunch your career.
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<content><![CDATA[Learn the new workplace rules and AI procedures to successfully relaunch your career.

We assist people from all backgrounds, industries, organisations, professions, age groups, private or public sectors and locations to find THE RIGHT JOB.  Our innovative approach to career coaching and career development by providing structured case management programs is unique.

Whether you&rsquo;re an executive, graduate, mature-age candidate, newly arrived migrant, manual worker, professional, expatriate, retrenched, unemployed, career changer, frustrated with your current job or simply looking to maximise your career options - we can assist you to find the right job, faster.

Whatever your occupation, wherever you are located,  your new career now awaits you.

Our career management consultants will guide you through your career transition or job search, from initial professional assessment, resume writing, interview preparation and salary negotiation to developing your own personalised career plan, plus much more...

Career change is a highly complex and difficult task to get right without skilled career advice.

A NEW CAREER doesn&#39;t just happen.  Let ACMA assist you to ensure that your NEW CAREER is a positive life-changing event.

A lot of people tend to think, &ldquo;I don&rsquo;t need help with my job search, I can land a job on my own.&rdquo; But the truth is, job search today is SO different from what people think it is. 

It&rsquo;s not applying to every job you think you&rsquo;re qualified for and hope you get a call. It&rsquo;s not waiting on recruiters and hiring managers to reach out to you for opportunities. And, it&rsquo;s not settling for the first offer you get.

The days of having a passive job search strategy are over. Now, it&rsquo;s time for you to take control of your job search!

Unlock your true career potential with ACMA&#39;s proven Career Management, Career Development and Outplacement programs.

Get a better job faster with ACMA programs providing:


	A structured program and proven career coaching system involving a completely different approach to job search and career development based on research and analysis 
	Help to get you totally clear on your career objective/pathway
	Thorough preparation for the career transition or job search
	Guidance (24/7) through proven job search methodologies/strategies including the latest Emotional Intelligence (EI), Rapid Pathway Molding (RPM), Narrative Therapy (NT), Cognitive Information Processing (CIP) &amp; Prior Learning Assessment Recognition (PLAR) techniques
	Profile differentiating your unique qualities and skills from others; with a complete portfolio of &quot;self-marketing&quot; techniques, tools and methods
	Evidence-based assistance to land you the RIGHT job sooner, with maximum remuneration
	Development of a long-term plan for ongoing career management including retraining and/or upskilling options
	Personalised support through the challenging or discouraging moments, including salary negotiation
	Coaching (24/7) through all stages such as networking, interviewing, negotiating, psychometric testing, finding hidden jobs and more...
	Highly effective tools and resources needed for career transition success (now and into the future), plus developing your all-important online digital and social media profiles
	Learn how to recession-proof your career for the long term
	Be personally case managed by Australia&#39;s leading career management consultants



WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation



 
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<pubDate>08 Sep 2021 01:42:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Airforce career transition]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Former airforce services personnel need intensive assistance to successfully transition into the civilian workforce.
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<content><![CDATA[Former airforce services personnel need intensive assistance to successfully transition into the civilian workforce.

The simple overriding fact is that civilian life is very different from the military, and even more so when it comes to changing careers and moving into new employment sectors.

Former ADF people are often highly valued in the civilian workforce due to their extensive training, personal discipline and team orientation. In fact, there is a significant presence of former senior ADF personnel in the ranks of corporate management in Australia for that very reason.

Transitioning into a new job is complex and needs to be carefully managed to ensure that you get the right job with the right organisation. You will be exposed to seemingly endless and silly application protocols that can be daunting for most people.

Making the right career choices is critical to your future.

Using ACMA&#39;s unique online career management system means you can work closely with your career management consultant from anywhere in Australia and/or overseas.

ACMA has over 25 years of experience in assisting ADF personnel to transition into the civilian workforce as easily as possible.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

THE ACMA STORY

TESTIMONIALS


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<pubDate>26 Aug 2021 06:33:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[WAKE UP your post COVID/AI career future is at stake]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[The post COVID/AI workforce is very different, and your career must adapt or die.
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<content><![CDATA[The post COVID/AI workforce is very different, and your career must adapt or die.

Recent studies have shown that 22% of people simply fell into their job, whilst 23% feel that they are going nowhere.  That adds up to a massive 45% of the workforce...no time to waste if you fall into either of these categories.  You are seriously at risk of becoming completely irrelevant to tomorrow&#39;s post COVID employment market.

It is interesting to note that predictions about the displacement of workers due to AI (artificial intelligence) almost match the above 45% statistic.

ACMA&#39;s Advanced Vocational Assessment program is the ideal solution to managing your near term career needs and pathways by providing two detailed reports of actions and options available to you...don&#39;t wait until it is too late and opportunities have bypassed you.

Whilst there are many study options on the internet, how do you know what is the best or most relevant to your career future.  Be wary of universities, TAFE&#39;s and RTO&#39;s selling certificate, diploma or degree courses.  Unfortunately, many of these organisations are simply &quot;fee driven&quot; and in our experience will tell prospective students virtually anything to sign them up.

Many students have paid thousands of dollars to complete a course only to ultimately find that there are very limited job opportunities available...if any (&quot;I wish I had known that four years ago&quot; is their common lament).

ACMA&#39;s Module 1 Assessment process is very detailed and will take most people a week to complete (online).  Nevertheless, once a client has completed these assessments, we then have a thorough knowledge and understanding of the person covering skills, competencies, education, experience, work history, strengths, weaknesses, aspirations, career goals, personal circumstances, personality and much more...

A client recently said, &quot;You are so good at knowing a person&quot;.

Let an ACMA qualified career consultant personally assist you to make GOOD retraining decisions by:


	Identifying jobs of the future
	Looking at industry and regional trends
	Nominating suitable courses and relevant training
	Recommending realistic career options


Don&#39;t sleepwalk blindly into tomorrow...as it is YOUR  POST COVID CAREER  FUTURE AT STAKE!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<pubDate>09 Aug 2021 01:07:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Australia&#39;s leading online career management system]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[The ACMA &quot;Career Talk&quot; Career Management System technology platform.
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<content><![CDATA[The ACMA &quot;Career Talk&quot; Career Management System technology platform.

&ldquo;Career Talk&rdquo; is a &quot;bespoke&quot; secure, dedicated online workspace where both the client and career consultant interact and collaborate throughout the program.  This Australian designed and built system facilitates both online and face to face conversations enabling the delivery of career guidance, resources and training anywhere in the world via smartphone, tablet or computer. This interface delivers convenient and immediate close one on one interaction, real-time monitoring and unrivalled personalised support between the client and career consultant.

It is like having your career consultant sitting next to you at your desk or kitchen table 7 days a week COACH ON-CALL...virtually yours!

What is included in the workspace?


	
	Internal messaging system for the delivery of various instructions, resources and tasks&hellip;it is similar to email but far more secure and functional
	



	
	Internal SMS communications to talk quickly and directly to your career consultant whenever you may need assistance
	



	
	1800 toll-free number means that a client can ring their career consultant 7 days per week
	



	
	A centralised workspace managing all client-consultant interactions, history, records of all instructions, workbooks, plans, questions, assessments, file notes, research tools and much more...
	
	
	Secure embedded &quot;touch button&quot; video conferencing facilities delivering face to face training and discussions
	



	
	Provides a direct interface into your LinkedIn Profile for easy access without leaving the Career Talk system
	



	
	An extensive library of manuals and resources used in any career development or job search process
	



	
	The system allows the career consultant to closely track all of the client&#39;s activities including assessments, job applications, interviews, weekly activity reporting...and more.  This enables timely interventions and suggestions to keep the client continually focused and on track
	



	
	The client can work on the system 24/7 with no restrictions
	



	
	An online job search button enables the client to source and to receive specific online job opportunity notifications automatically on a daily basis (avoids being registered on and maintaining multiple job sites)
	



	
	All documents such as resumes, education certificates, academic transcripts, written references, accomplishment notes, Australian residency documents and much more are all saved on the system so there is no risk of losing any important documents or forgetting vital instructions
	



	
	Face to face discussions or specialised training such as &ldquo;mock interviews&rdquo; can be delivered in your own home or nominated venue at any booked time between 9.00 am and 9.00 pm 7 days per week
	
	
	The Career Talk system is built with the objective of providing an advanced electronic workspace combined with multi-level communication options between the client and career consultant, thereby enabling real-time monitoring, technical advice, training and support to be easily delivered anywhere at any time (absolute convenience)
	


The &quot;Career Talk&quot; system provides a complete solution for people wanting immediate high-quality personalised career development assistance that fits their own lifestyles, locations and schedules. 

A career management technology platform built for the third decade of the 21st-century!

Originally launched in 2008, ACMA continually invests, develops and regularly upgrades the Career Talk technology platform to ensure that its position as an innovative leader in the Asia/Pacific region continues.

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research, and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<pubDate>04 Aug 2021 04:18:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Propel your career into the AI world of work]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[All the rules and AI employment profiles have changed...don&#39;t get left behind.
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<content><![CDATA[All the rules and AI employment protocols have changed...don&#39;t get left behind.

Expert career coaching to help you find the right job, faster

The career counselling hub of Australia!

We assist people from all backgrounds, industries, organisations, professions, age groups, private or public sectors and locations to find THE RIGHT JOB.  Our innovative approach to career coaching and career development by providing structured case management programs is unique.

Whether you&rsquo;re an executive, graduate, mature-age candidate, newly arrived migrant, manual worker, professional, expatriate, retrenched, unemployed, career changer, frustrated with your current job or simply looking to maximise your career options - we can assist you to find the right job, faster.

Whatever your occupation, wherever you are located contact us NOW!

Our career management consultants will guide you through your career transition or job search, from initial professional assessment, resume writing, interview preparation, salary negotiation to developing your own personalised career plan, retraining and/or upskilling options, plus much more...

Unlock your true career potential with ACMA&#39;s proven Career Management, Career Development and Outplacement programs.

A lot of people tend to think, &ldquo;I don&rsquo;t need help with changing careers or to get the right job, I can do it all on my own.&rdquo; But the truth is, the process is SO different from what people think it is. 

You&rsquo;re the one who needs to take control of your career journey, and the sooner you take control, the better off you&rsquo;ll be. Do this for yourself, and the person you want to be.

Client feedback: &quot; I am now stronger, more capable and now educated in finding and applying for jobs. I know how to answer interview questions and I now love what I do. You are everything you say you are and you have gone above and beyond to help a person you have never even met. You were more effective than any counselling because you addressed the problem.&quot; 

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<content><![CDATA[Professional career coaching can be a life-changing engagement.

A case study:

Client:

Mary (fictitious) was a successful middle management executive who was suddenly thrust into a senior management role when her manager became seriously ill and forced to leave work.

The senior position was logically offered to her and she was afraid of failure and lacked confidence in her ability to perform in the role.

Career practitioner:

The role of the career practitioner was to assist the client to acknowledge her skills and strengths, which in turn would empower her to view herself as eminently capable of succeeding in her promotion.

Strategies utilised:


	The career practitioner quickly identified that the client&rsquo;s excellent problem solving, and advanced technical skills were the core reasons why she had received consistent promotions over the years.  Actual examples of her work were examined and critically evaluated to arrive at these conclusions.  After a close examination of her academic results, the client could also see a pattern of high achievement that had translated into her current success in the workforce.
	The career practitioner forensically examined her daily activities which showed that a lack of delegation skills was the reason she was unsure of letting go and taking on more complex management responsibilities.
	Further testing showed that the client&rsquo;s tendency to get tied down in detail and ignore the big picture was a major reason that her confidence in her management skills was lacking.


Action implemented:


	The client was encouraged to complete basic team management and time management courses.
	The career practitioner performed intensive Positive Psychology training with the client.
	The client was encouraged to accept the lifelong nature of careers and to appreciate the current stage and natural progression of her career timeline.


Results:

The client was a natural leader who finally came to appreciate her &ldquo;value to the market&rdquo; (and to her current employer in particular).

Methodical career coaching assisted her to realise (and celebrate) her skills, strengths and natural attributes.  This in turn gave her the confidence to accept the promotion, which she initially viewed as a risk, whereas after counselling she came to see it as the natural progression of her career and now definitely as a &ldquo;great opportunity&rdquo;.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

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<title><![CDATA[ Take your career to the next level ]]></title>
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<content><![CDATA[Research, strategy and execution of a detailed plan of action are fundamental to driving your career to the next level.

Expert career coaching to help you find the right job, faster

The career counselling hub of Australia!

We assist people from all backgrounds, industries, organisations, professions, age groups, private or public sectors and locations to find THE RIGHT JOB.  Our innovative approach to career coaching and career development by providing structured case management programs is unique.

Whether you&rsquo;re an executive, graduate, mature-age candidate, newly arrived migrant, manual worker, professional, expatriate, retrenched, unemployed, career changer, frustrated with your current job or simply looking to maximise your career options - we can assist you to find the right job, faster.

Whatever your occupation, wherever you are located contact us NOW!

Our career management consultants will guide you through your career transition or job search, from initial professional assessment, resume writing, interview preparation, salary negotiation to developing your own personalised career plan, retraining and/or upskilling options, plus much more...

For companies, we provide intensive support for all industry sectors through our staff career development services. 

Unlock your true career potential with ACMA&#39;s proven Career Management, Career Development and Outplacement programs.

A lot of people tend to think, &ldquo;I don&rsquo;t need help with changing careers or to get the right job, I can do it all on my own.&rdquo; But the truth is, the process is SO different from what people think it is. 

You&rsquo;re the one who needs to take control of your career journey, and the sooner you take control, the better off you&rsquo;ll be. Do this for yourself, and the person you want to be.

Client feedback: &quot; I am now stronger, more capable and now educated in finding and applying for jobs. I know how to answer interview questions and I now love what I do. You are everything you say you are and you have gone above and beyond to help a person you have never even met. You were more effective than any counselling because you addressed the problem.&quot; 


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

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<pubDate>13 Jul 2021 05:38:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Discover your ideal career]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[It&#39;s not easy to identify the right career pathway, but it is essential that you do!
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<content><![CDATA[It&#39;s not easy to identify the right career pathway, but it is essential that you do!

Many people have no idea of what they want to accomplish or how to achieve their career potential. The fact is that a majority of workers are unhappy in their current positions, which all points to a complete mismatch in their selected occupations.

They have made poor career choices that negatively impact all levels of their lives, year in and year out, making them feel powerless and like a rudderless boat.

Fulfilling careers are not developed on luck, a whim or by chance!

Everyone has an underlying vocational DNA&hellip;in other words, what you are ideally suited to based on your personality, traits, natural talents, education and likes. If you work in an environment that matches your vocational DNA, then you will thrive and be happy.

Some people jump from job to job, trying to find their vocational nirvana and become very frustrated and cynical about their lot in life. So, how can you change your life and career?

If you are physically sick, you should consult a doctor. If your career is sick, then you should consult a career development practitioner who will assist you by:


	Conducting detailed assessments to identify your vocational DNA
	Provide reports to validate these assessments
	Develop a clear pathway to gain any new skills and/or qualifications needed
	Build a set of tools, specific strategies and timelines to achieve the necessary milestones
	Construct a detailed Action Plan for you to work to


Discovering your underlying vocational DNA is a complex task and is not to be attempted by an untrained person (even if they have the best of intentions).

Following a disciplined set of steps along your pathway is also essential.

Once you have gained a thorough understanding of your career options (aligned to your vocational DNA), then your CAREER VISION will be complete.

The good things in life often require dedication and patience to achieve, and so it is with your career transition. So keep your &ldquo;eye on the ball&rdquo; and ultimately become a contented and enthused workforce contributor.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

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<pubDate>10 Jul 2021 05:49:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[How to target a job application]]></title>
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<content><![CDATA[Great candidates often fail because of poor job applications.

NOTE: Never use AI to build your resume, application letter or associated documents...follow this link https://www.career-manage.com.au/blog/don39t-use-ai-systems-for-online-job-application-documents_102s653 

Read the advertisement carefully, underlining or making notes on salient points raised - for example, the duties, the type of person sought and the method of application. If phoning is optional, it is generally preferable to phone initially, as they will often try to interview you over the telephone to reduce their workload and save time by not bringing you in for a personal interview. This could give you the chance to sell yourself or at least find out vital information about the position. You will also find that the people on the other end may give you an immediate indication about your chances.  You may possibly determine that the position is not what you wanted, thereby avoiding wasting your precious time, effort and resources.

You may be unsuccessful after submitting an application, but at least someone has got to read your letter first, before deciding to reject you for the position.

In writing the application letter to accompany your resume, highlight those aspects of your experience that the employer says they are seeking. One page should be sufficient, and unless the advertisement specifically seeks a hand-written application, it should be typed. However, if it is handwritten, ensure your writing is neat and legible. Check spelling and grammar.

Do not waste time writing lengthy application letters if you are asked to write or telephone for an application. Some consultants and organisations favour this approach, so you should be aware of a few basic guidelines.

Judgments about people will be made on the way applications are completed. They will not be impressed by forms that are incomplete, difficult to read, inaccurate, vague, unconvincing or bearing signs of having been completed without attention or thought.

If an online application form process is being used, try to complete it within a couple of days.

Read all of the notes on the application form thoroughly and make sure you understand what is required.

ABOVE ALL, DO NOT APPLY FOR A JOB UNLESS YOU MATCH AT LEAST 90-95 PERCENT OF THE SELECTION SPECIFICATIONS!

Put the right information in the right sections.  Use every space on the form effectively; a neat layout creates a good impression.

ALWAYS check your spelling and grammar.

Draft answers to questions where personal views or long narratives are called for, and then cut and paste the final wording into the form (when you are satisfied with it).

Work closely with your ACMA career management consultant to ensure that you always submit &quot;high-quality&quot; job applications.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

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<pubDate>07 Jul 2021 00:23:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Reduce Job Interview Stress and Anxiety]]></title>
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<content><![CDATA[Learn to be calm and professional in all future job interviews.

&quot;Personalised interview training anytime and anywhere&quot;!

Detailed preparation for an interview is the key to success and being offered the position.  The era of &ldquo;winging it&rdquo; belongs to the last century as the methods and tactics employers and recruiters use today are both complex and process-driven.

This is true for all levels of the workforce ranging from graduates to CEO&rsquo;s, and everything in between.

The 21st-century employment market has grown highly competitive and sophisticated.  Inadequate knowledge and preparation can result in lost opportunities, frustration and rejection.


	Do you freeze up at the prospect of going on a job interview? Do your hands get sweaty; does your stomach get &ldquo;tied in a knot?&rdquo;
	It&rsquo;s a fact that better interviews get better job offers! Yet most candidates show up for interviews unprepared! The key to &ldquo;ace&rdquo; the interview is to practice and be fully prepared!
	Job interviews with a robot...what could possibly go wrong?
	Do you know how to use a Cheatsheet for online video interviews?


All of the above can be confronting, however, intensive professional interview coaching can assist anyone to be relaxed and focused, with the ability to simply &quot;tell your story&quot; in any interview format.


Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

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<pubDate>02 Jul 2021 05:28:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Occupational skills in demand ]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Occupational skills in demand 2025/2026
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<content><![CDATA[Occupational skills in demand as at 1st January 2026.

Follow this link to access the complete list of jobs in demand in Australia:

https://www.idp.com/australia/study-to-migrate/skilled-occupation-list-australia/
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<pubDate>01 Jul 2021 04:05:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Advance your EXECUTIVE CAREER]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Executive careers do not stand still, they have to be strategically driven.
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<content><![CDATA[Executive careers do not stand still, they have to be strategically driven.

ACMA executive career coaches objectively assess their clients&rsquo; education, training, and experience and identify the best options for their career development or transition. This can be a fascinating process, as it involves rediscovering skills and strengths in a new light, finding possibilities that are often surprising. The ACMA executive career coach will pinpoint effective ways to develop your career or enter new fields, clarifying and refining any further training needed to market the client directly to prospective employers.

&quot;IF YOU VALUE YOUR CAREER, YOU WILL VALUE OUR SERVICE&quot;

Assess the client. The executive career coach will help determine the industries and positions that suit the client at that point in their career. Brainstorm work ideas. This is the fun part&ndash;career coaches shake their clients up, awakening them to new ideas and encouraging them to think creatively about their work possibilities.

Determine the desired path. The coach and client work together to decide on particular career pathways and strategise how to reach these new goals.

Develop qualifications. Often, the client will be coached on where and how to develop the training and skills needed to achieve their career goals. The consultant will help create an educational plan to achieve these qualifications.

Value proposition:  Clearly demonstrate to employers and recruiters your unique value, offering and potential to the market.

Career mapping:  &quot;Where do I see myself in five years?&rdquo; You may be drawn to the idea of launching your own business or perhaps you want a complete career change or an internal promotion within your existing company. But how do you get there? It is not a straight pathway.

Personal branding:  Your perceived value-add proposition that you present to a company implies a promise. A promise that you will bring something to the table that will significantly contribute to their organisation. You must prove that your unique &quot;brand&quot; will contribute more to the company than the brand being presented by your competition. Your ability to communicate your brand, verbally, in writing and digitally, will drive your success in conducting an effective job search.

Develop professional connections and experience. The client will need to make targeted connections in appropriate sectors. The career coach will know where to start the often-confusing task of seeking positions that may be &ldquo;hidden&rdquo; or unknown to the client.

Support the transition through to final placement. It can be tricky&ndash;not to mention scary&ndash;to change a work routine without disrupting one&rsquo;s life, which is why so many people stay in one position for so long. Executive career coaches make their clients comfortable with the transition period by developing action plans and conducting regular reviews to keep the job search on track and to maximise your opportunities.

Profile of our typical client.


	Seeks to continue their professional and personal growth through an aggressive approach to executive career development
	 
	Is preparing for critical career decisions to propel their career over the next 10 to 15 years
	 
	Realises that they are under-resourced to drive their executive career to the next level
	 
	A person whose style and approach is currently not producing desired results
	 
	A person who demands access to leading-edge career management technologies (certainly not yesterday&#39;s antiquated &quot;sit down and smile at each other&quot; methods)  


Partner with us TODAY to commence a managed journey of discovery to achieve the ultimate executive career success.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful executive career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

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<pubDate>26 Jun 2021 22:01:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Develop a job search routine]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Routines are fundamental to most activities in our daily lives, and a job search is no different.
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<content><![CDATA[Routines are fundamental to most activities in our daily lives, and a job search is no different.

A job search takes courage, determination and a routine.  Repeatable daily habits that enable a job search to be built into a range of activities is essential.

Building to what is called a &ldquo;mature job search&rdquo; takes time and effort.  An effective job search is not a range of random activities, it must be strategically based on research and measurable goals.

This is why most job searches fail due to a lack of knowledge and personal discipline to execute a plan.

This applies to all job seekers, young, old, executive, tradie, professionals or whatever.

As a guide, you should spend at least six hours a day, five days a week on your job search.  It should not be an after-hours or an afterthought.  Everything else should come second to a job search. IT IS THAT IMPORTANT!

Develop a repeatable daily routine and stick to it.  Avoid having to always think &ldquo;what am I going to do today&rdquo;?

If this is all too much or confusing for you, engage an ACMA career consultant to guide and mentor you through a focused job search.


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

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<pubDate>24 Jun 2021 01:10:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Job searching can be a NIGHTMARE]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Job searching can be a NIGHTMARE because most people don&#39;t know how to conduct an effective job search campaign.
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<content><![CDATA[Job searching can be a NIGHTMARE because most people don&#39;t know how to conduct an effective job search campaign.

People experiencing enforced or voluntary workplace career change often have unrealistic expectations about the availability of a suitable position being readily accessible to them.  This can quickly translate into negative feelings and a loss of confidence (all of which is completely avoidable).

A job search is a search that most people have to conduct to FIND THE RIGHT JOB WITH THE RIGHT ORGANISATION.  Stop and think about all the variables that need to be aligned for you to achieve this highly desirable outcome, and further consider if only one component is missing???.  A job search is a complex task that requires a lot of planning, strategizing and hard work (and often a bit of luck) to achieve the best possible result.

Consider the arrogance of the following mindset: &ldquo;When I leave my job I expect that the ideal job is always there ready for me to start&rdquo;&hellip;(this is how most people approach it)... &ldquo;I finish today and in a couple of weeks I will walk straight into my ideal role&rdquo;.

It&rsquo;s a myth that needs to be recognised as a dangerous misconception and an unrealistic expectation.  If you are prepared to take any old hack job then that is what you will get.  On the other hand career-focused people are selective about the position and who they work for&hellip;nothing wrong with that.

A job search is about finding the right job for you by positioning yourself to take advantage of opportunities as they arise.  Accept the fact that approximately 70% of jobs are never advertised (the hidden job market) and are sourced through a number of ways.  The ACMA program is focused on target marketing and connecting clients directly with people and organisations in their target market, and thereby bypassing recruiters and internet job seeker sites as much as possible.

By positioning, we mean that when a suitable job comes up in your target market then they already know of your existence, skills and qualifications for the role.  Nothing mysterious about that&hellip;however, most job seekers never do it.

A successful job search takes time and systematic effort, with the ACMA program focused on doing the research and analysis needed to effectively manage your job search to ensure only &ldquo;good career choices&rdquo;.
 
Many job searches fail simply because people (unknowingly) go about it in the wrong way, applying for jobs listed on internet job sites and with recruiters, and then complain about the lack of response and/or positive results.  The worst scenario is getting the wrong job or settling for second best when all the time missing great job opportunities that could drive their career and personal lives to really good outcomes.

The myth has been exposed&hellip;a great job search is complex, easily mismanaged and potentially personally disastrous if you get it wrong. 

Canny job seekers avoid these traps and connect directly with the people and organisations that need and appreciate their talents and potential.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Click this link for written success stories

ACMA creates successful executive career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Job titles can be misleading]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[For a start, there is no single standard for job titles.
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<content><![CDATA[For a start, there is no single standard for job titles so employers can use whatever terminology they internally nominate. 

Position descriptions or advertisements can be deliberately misleading to minimise pay and benefits.

Therefore focusing on job titles whilst logical, may lead job seekers to overlook real live opportunities.

The key is to read into the job advertisement and position description to identify what outcome the employer wants from the person performing the role.  Beware that is it may be very different from the advertised job title.

This is the reason people often start in a new job only to find that it has little resemblance to the original job description.

Researching job opportunities


	Conduct detailed research before you start preparing your application
	Discuss the position with the employer/recruiter to ensure that they notice your application when they receive it
	You may get information about the organisation that will give you a competitive edge over other applicants
	You can pick up on &ldquo;buzz words&rdquo; and &ldquo;hot&rdquo; issues in the organisation, which you can use in your application
	Connecting and talking to people will give you a chance to find out if the position is really what you are looking for


How to do it


	Make a phone call or arrange a meeting to research the position is a simple but powerful action
	Reach out via LinkedIn and other social media avenues
	Every one of these contacts is an opportunity to market yourself
	Be prepared with your questions and be aware of how you interact (either personally or virtually)
	These interactions may not win you the position, but they could create future opportunities and connections
	In most cases, employers welcome contact from potential employees and will respond positively to your approach
	Few of your competitors will use this approach, so be organised and business-like and you will almost always create a good first impression
	Often information will be available on websites, in brochures, product or service descriptions, advertising and marketing material, policy documents and annual reports. Copies of these may available on request


Job titles may be an indicator, so base your job hunt on research and connecting with people to validate if the opportunity is really a FIT for you.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Unlock your true career potential with ACMA&#39;s proven migrant career management program.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<pubDate>28 May 2021 01:02:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Restart your PhD career]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Too many PhD qualified people struggle to find the right job.
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<content><![CDATA[Too many PhD qualified people struggle to find the right job.

It is a shameful fact that many PhD&rsquo;s never obtain employment commensurate with their qualification&rsquo;s and expertise. The cumulative waste to the individual, society and our economy, in general, is incalculable.  After borrowing or investing hundreds of thousands of dollars and devoting years of their lives to study the final outcome is nothing.

&quot;IF YOU VALUE YOUR CAREER, YOU WILL VALUE OUR SERVICE&quot;

The real beneficiaries are the tertiary institutions that encourage people to enter into long term commitments will little thought to the participant&rsquo;s well-being or ultimate career path.

Nobody in their right mind would sign a contract to build a house without a complex set of plans being developed.  However, advanced tertiary education is often undertaken only on a &ldquo;hope of a future benefit&rdquo;. No firm plans, no realistic opportunities all driven by a &ldquo;fee hungry&rdquo; university system.

People in this situation or similar need intensive assistance to construct a career path that leverages their education and expertise.

A lot of PhD professionals tend to think, &ldquo;I don&rsquo;t need help with my job search, I can land a job on my own.&rdquo; But the truth is, job search today is SO different from what people think it is. 

It&rsquo;s not applying to every job you think you&rsquo;re qualified for and hope you get a call. It&rsquo;s not waiting on recruiters and hiring managers to reach out to you for opportunities. And, it&rsquo;s not settling for the first offer you get.

The days of having a passive job search strategy are over. Now, it&rsquo;s time for you to take control of your PhD job search!

ACMA works with PhD graduates throughout Australia/NZ to deliver quality career outcomes (not driving taxis).

Read this Canadian article on the mismatch of PhD&#39;s and the workforce http://bit.ly/2MPW2fk

You&rsquo;re the one who needs to take control of your career journey, and the sooner you take control, the better off you&rsquo;ll be. Do this for yourself, and the professional you want to be.

Build a meaningful life with ACMA&#39;s PhD career advice program providing:


	A structured program and proven career coaching system involving a completely different approach to job search and career development based on research and analysis 
	Help to get you totally clear on your career objective/pathway
	Thorough preparation for the career transition or job search
	Guidance (24/7) through proven job search methodologies/strategies including the latest Emotional Intelligence (EI), Rapid Pathway Molding (RPM), Narrative Therapy (NT), Cognitive Information Processing (CIP) &amp; Prior Learning Assessment Recognition (PLAR) techniques
	Profile differentiating your unique qualities and skills from others; with a complete portfolio of &quot;self-marketing&quot; techniques, tools and methods
	Evidence-based assistance to land you the RIGHT job sooner, with maximum remuneration
	Development of a long-term plan for ongoing career management including retraining and/or upskilling options
	Personalised support through the challenging or discouraging moments, including salary negotiation
	Coaching (24/7) through all stages such as networking, interviewing, negotiating, psychometric testing, finding hidden jobs and more...
	Highly effective career advice, tools and resources needed for career transition success (now and into the future), plus developing your all-important online digital and social media profiles
	Learn how to recession-proof your career for the long term


Be personally case managed by Australia&#39;s leading PhD career advice consultants!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<pubDate>27 May 2021 03:49:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Discover your ideal career pathway]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Your ideal job does exist, but you don&#39;t know what it is!
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<content><![CDATA[Your ideal job does exist, but you don&#39;t know what it is!

With thousands of positions available across multiple sectors, where do you start?  How can you personally analyse this vast amount of data and decide on your perfect career match (you probably have more chance of winning Tattslotto)?

ACMA offers the solution, with its holistic Advanced Vocational Assessment program suitable for anyone aged 18 to 65.

From the comfort of your home or workplace, and under the care of your own personal career management consultant, you will be directly guided through a &ldquo;blended learning process&rdquo; consisting of online assessments and personalised advice and interpretation.  

Good career choices are based on a combination of factors and relevant employment data.  No use moving into a job in a declining sector.

Detailed analysis and collaboration with your consultant will clarify many issues and open the door to career opportunities and occupational awareness.

Ongoing discussions and examination of career options, plus two written reports are all part of the journey of discovery that your career consultant will guide you through.

The jobs and career opportunities are out there right NOW&hellip;it&rsquo;s just that most people lack awareness of the &ldquo;big wide world of work&rdquo;.

What are the big five personality traits?

The easiest way to remember them is to use the acronym &quot;OCEAN&quot;, says Nick Haslam, Professor of psychology at the University of Melbourne.


	Openness is the tendency to be open to new ideas, imaginative, curious and creative, Professor Haslam says. People who score high in openness are often interested in creative pursuits.
	Conscientiousness is about having attention to detail and a good work ethic, says Eliroma Gardiner, a personality researcher at Griffith University. People who score highly in conscientiousness tend to want to get things done on time, the proper way and tend to follow rules. If you prefer to disregard rules and do things your own way, you&#39;d likely score lower here.
	Extraversion is the trait most associated with those who like to be the life of the party, those people who really enjoy socialising and spending time with others, Dr Gardiner says. If you&#39;d prefer to snuggle up with a good book by yourself rather than head to the pub, you&#39;re likely to score lower on extraversion.
	Agreeableness, like extraversion, is about interpersonal style. People who score highly on agreeableness tend to be warm, trusting, kind and cooperative, Professor Haslam says. They tend to adjust to others, rather than forcing their own ways on them.
	Neuroticism is simply about how likely you are to feel negative emotions, like anxiety, sadness, anger, envy and jealousness. People who score highly on neuroticism tend to experience a lot of these negative emotions, while people who score lower tend to be more emotionally stable and calm.


Get a better job faster with ACMA programs providing:


	A structured program and proven career coaching system involving a completely different approach to job search and career development based on research and analysis 
	Help to get you totally clear on your career objective/pathway
	Thorough preparation for the career transition or job search
	Guidance (24/7) through proven job search methodologies/strategies including the latest Emotional Intelligence (EI), Rapid Pathway Molding (RPM), Narrative Therapy (NT), Cognitive Information Processing (CIP) &amp; Prior Learning Assessment Recognition (PLAR) techniques
	Profile differentiating your unique qualities and skills from others; with a complete portfolio of &quot;self-marketing&quot; techniques, tools and methods
	Evidence-based assistance to land you the RIGHT job sooner, with maximum remuneration
	Development of a long-term plan for ongoing career management including retraining and/or upskilling options
	Personalised support through the challenging or discouraging moments, including salary negotiation
	Coaching (24/7) through all stages such as networking, interviewing, negotiating, psychometric testing, finding hidden jobs and more...
	Highly effective tools and resources needed for career transition success (now and into the future), plus developing your all important online digital and social media profiles
	Learn how to recession-proof your career for the long term
	Be personally case managed by Australia&#39;s leading career management consultants



WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

This program is delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<pubDate>26 May 2021 09:06:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Upgrade &amp; improve your career!]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[There is never a better time to reignite your ambition than right now.
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<content><![CDATA[There is never a better time to reignite your ambition than right now.

With our advanced technology, job search strategies and national job market intelligence we assist people throughout Australia/NZ to upgrade their careers...it is a complex task to get right. It&rsquo;s never too late to reignite your ambition &ndash; as long as you have the right resources and professional support!

Get a better job faster! with ACMA&#39;s career development program providing:


	A structured program and proven career coaching system involving a completely different approach to job search and career development based on research and analysis 
	Help to get you totally clear on your career objective/pathway
	Thorough preparation for the career transition or job search
	Guidance (24/7) through proven job search methodologies/strategies including the latest Emotional Intelligence (EI), Rapid Pathway Molding (RPM), Narrative Therapy (NT), Cognitive Information Processing (CIP) &amp; Prior Learning Assessment Recognition (PLAR) techniques
	Profile differentiating your unique qualities and skills from others; with a complete portfolio of &quot;self-marketing&quot; techniques, tools and methods
	Evidence-based assistance to land you the RIGHT job sooner, with maximum remuneration
	Development of a long-term plan for ongoing career management including retraining and/or upskilling options
	Personalised support through the challenging or discouraging moments, including salary negotiation
	Coaching (24/7) through all stages such as networking, interviewing, negotiating, psychometric testing, finding hidden jobs and more...
	Highly effective tools and resources needed for career transition success (now and into the future), plus developing your all important online digital and social media profiles
	Learn how to recession-proof your career for the long term
	Be personally case managed by Australia&#39;s leading career management consultant


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation

 
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<pubDate>23 May 2021 01:36:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Job search is an analytical science not a sport]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Research and analysis is the key to a successful job search...don&#39;t get side tracked by AI.
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<content><![CDATA[Research and analysis is the key to a successful job search...don&#39;t get side tracked by AI.

A job search is a search that most people have to conduct to FIND THE RIGHT JOB WITH THE RIGHT ORGANISATION.  Stop and think about all the variables that need to be aligned for you to achieve this highly desirable outcome, and further consider if only one component is missing???.  A job search is a complex task that requires a lot of planning, strategizing and hard work (and often a bit of luck) to achieve the best possible result.

Consider the arrogance of the following mindset: &ldquo;When I leave my job I expect that the ideal job is always there ready for me to start&rdquo;&hellip;(this is how most people approach it)... &ldquo;I finish today and in a couple of weeks I will walk straight into my ideal role&rdquo;.

It&rsquo;s a myth that needs to be recognised as a dangerous misconception and an unrealistic expectation.  If you are prepared to take any old hack job then that is what you will get.  On the other hand, career-focused people are selective about the position and who they work for&hellip;nothing wrong with that.

A job search is about finding the right job for you by positioning yourself to take advantage of opportunities as they arise.  Accept the fact that approximately 70% of jobs are never advertised (the hidden job market) and are sourced through a number of ways.  The ACMA program is focused on target marketing and connecting clients directly with people and organisations in their target market, and thereby bypassing recruiters and internet job seeker sites as much as possible.

By positioning, we mean that when a suitable job comes up in your target market then they already know of your existence, skills and qualifications for the role.  Nothing mysterious about that&hellip;however, most job seekers never do it.

A successful job search takes time and systematic effort, with the ACMA program focused on doing the research and analysis needed to effectively manage your job search to ensure only &ldquo;good career choices&rdquo;.
 
Many job searches fail simply because people (unknowingly) go about it in the wrong way, applying for jobs listed on internet job sites and with recruiters, and then complain about the lack of response and/or positive results.  The worst scenario is getting the wrong job or settling for second best when all the time missing great job opportunities that could drive their career and personal lives to really good outcomes.

The myth has been exposed&hellip;a great job search is complex, easily mismanaged and potentially personally disastrous if you get it wrong. 

Canny job seekers avoid these traps and connect directly with the people and organisations that need and appreciate their talents and potential.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<pubDate>16 May 2021 09:38:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[How you THINK, will be your CAREER REALITY]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Don&rsquo;t let your mind prevent you from getting that new job or promotion.
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<content><![CDATA[How you THINK, will be your REALITY. Don&rsquo;t let your mind prevent you from getting that new job or promotion.

Any person irrespective of age, gender, ethnicity or socio-economic background can learn new skills and improve their chances of getting that new job or promotion.

Studies in neuroplasticity show that a healthy brain (any age), quickly responds to new learning and actually develops new connectors to facilitate this stimulation.  The old adage that &ldquo;you cannot teach an old dog new tricks&rdquo; is simply wrong&hellip;in fact, you can (as well as young dogs etc.).

The average person has about 60 to 80 thousand thoughts per day of which 95% are repeated every day (routine thinking).

Eighty per cent of these thoughts are negative and this is where the ACMA program assists in turning around these &ldquo;automatic negative thoughts&rdquo;, and provides training using Rapid Pathway Molding (RPM) techniques so that you visualize and understand that:

 I can change my career
 I can get that new job
 I can get that promotion
 I can perform well at an interview
 I can learn new skills
 I can do a new course to improve my marketability
 I can network effectively
 I can access the hidden job market
 I can market myself to employers
 I can adapt to a new workplace
 I can be emotionally intelligent
 I can manage workplace politics
 I can negotiate good outcomes
 I can win&hellip;&hellip;

ACMA Career Management and Outplacement programs are focused on empowering clients to achieve the best possible outcomes by helping them to see, say and feel their skills, abilities, competencies and potential.  Using RPM techniques your ACMA consultant will work with you on issues that &ldquo;hold you back&rdquo; or are negative thoughts contributing to limiting your career objectives.

Most people&rsquo;s IQ is fully developed by 19 years of age and cannot be enhanced by study etc.  Emotional Intelligence can be learned and developed at any age.  EI is vitally important in today&rsquo;s service-based economy where &ldquo;soft skills&rdquo; are critical in the modern workplace.

Your ACMA consultant will assist you to understand your EI and the principles behind it.  Information is everything in today&rsquo;s world, so awareness of your personal EI and pathways to developing and improving it will potentially unlock many barriers to your career progression now and over the years to come.

People often complain that they missed out on that new job or promotion and have no idea why!  Could it be their lack of emotional intelligence or negativity?

Let your ACMA consultant work closely on these issues to free yourself from your negative thoughts and possible emotional barriers currently impacting your career potential.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<pubDate>08 May 2021 22:08:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Maximise your professional career for the AI era]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Professional careers need to be DRIVEN by strategy and planning for the AI era.
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<content><![CDATA[Professionals careers need to be DRIVEN by strategy and planning for the AI era.

With our advanced technology, job search strategies and national job market intelligence, we assist tertiary qualified professionals throughout Australia/NZ to change or develop their careers...it is a complex task to get right. It&rsquo;s never too late to reconnect with your career passion &ndash; as long as you have the right resources and professional support!

Let ACMA provide you with a complete career development process and a comprehensive set of in-depth resources that you cannot obtain anywhere else. We will assist in shortening any job search with SUPPORT and RESOURCES that only our clients can access.  

You&rsquo;re the one who needs to take control of your career journey, and the sooner you take control, the better off you&rsquo;ll be. Do this for yourself and the professional you want to be.

&bull; Directly managed and supervised by your own professional career management consultant (1 on 1 support)

&bull; Comprehensive strategic career review

&bull; Clearly developed action plan with defined pathways

&bull; A completely different holistic approach

&bull; Clearly demonstrate to employers and recruiters your unique value, offering and potential to the market

&bull; Superior guidance and technical advice

&bull; Interview training and salary negotiation

&bull; Long-term career safety net

Personal branding:  Your perceived value-add proposition that you present to a company implies a promise. A promise that you will bring something to the table that will significantly contribute to their organisation. You must prove that your unique &quot;brand&quot; will contribute more to the company than the brand being presented by your competition. Your ability to communicate your brand, verbally, in writing and digitally, will drive your success in conducting an effective job search.

Career mapping:  &quot;Where do I see myself in five years?&rdquo; You may be drawn to the idea of launching your own business, or perhaps you want a complete career change or an internal promotion within your existing company. But how do you get there? It is not a straight pathway.

An effective professional career development plan stems from a well-designed, well-planned, well-organised, and well-executed process. Much like any business process, there are many pieces to the puzzle. It all begins with having the right resources in place and the right advice on how to use them effectively.

We will lead you through a highly organised process that is custom-designed and tailored to meet your specific career needs and objectives.

Get a better job or promotion faster with ACMA&#39;s Professionals career development program, providing:


	A structured program and proven career coaching system involving a completely different approach to job search and career development based on research and analysis 
	Help to get you totally clear on your career objective/pathway
	Thorough preparation for the career transition or job search
	Guidance (24/7) through proven job search methodologies/strategies, including the latest Emotional Intelligence (EI), Rapid Pathway Molding (RPM), Narrative Therapy (NT), Cognitive Information Processing (CIP) &amp; Prior Learning Assessment Recognition (PLAR) techniques
	Profile differentiating your unique qualities and skills from others, with a complete portfolio of &quot;self-marketing&quot; techniques, tools and methods
	Evidence-based assistance to land you the RIGHT job sooner, with maximum remuneration
	Development of a long-term plan for ongoing career management, including retraining and/or upskilling options
	Personalised support through the challenging or discouraging moments, including salary negotiation
	Coaching (24/7) through all stages such as networking, interviewing, negotiating, psychometric testing, finding hidden jobs and more...
	Highly effective tools and resources needed for professional career development success (now and into the future), plus developing your all-important online digital and social media profiles
	Learn how to recession-proof your career for the long term
	Clearly demonstrate to employers and recruiters your unique value proposition, offering and potential to the market
	Be personally case managed by Australia&#39;s leading career management consultants


Whether you are currently in a senior position or simply a rising star, partner with us TODAY to maximise your career potential and value.

&quot;Be forever restless with your career...critical opportunities tend to come and go quickly!&quot;

Click this link for written success stories

WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful professional career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<pubDate>02 May 2021 09:10:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Your next career step]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[It is vital that you get your next CAREER STEP 100% right!
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<content><![CDATA[It is vital that you get your next CAREER STEP 100% right!

Avoid making a bad move...

We assist people from all backgrounds, industries, organisations, professions, age groups, private or public sectors and locations to find THE RIGHT JOB.  Our innovative approach to career coaching and career development by providing structured case management programs is unique.

Whether you&rsquo;re an executive, graduate, mature-age candidate, newly arrived migrant, manual worker, professional, expatriate, retrenched, unemployed, career changer, frustrated with your current job or simply looking to maximise your career options - we can assist you to find the right job, faster.

Whatever your occupation, wherever you are located contact us NOW!

Our career management consultants will guide you through your career transition or job search, from initial professional assessment, resume writing, interview preparation, salary negotiation to developing your own personalised career plan, retraining and/or upskilling options, plus much more...

For companies, we provide intensive support for all industry sectors through our corporate outplacement services. 

Unlock your true career potential with ACMA&#39;s proven Career Management, Career Development and Outplacement programs.

A lot of people tend to think, &ldquo;I don&rsquo;t need help with changing careers or to get the right job, I can do it all on my own.&rdquo; But the truth is, the process is SO different than what people think it is. 

You&rsquo;re the one who needs to take control of your career journey, and the sooner you take control, the better off you&rsquo;ll be. Do this for yourself, and the person you want to be.

Client feedback: &quot; I am now stronger, more capable and now educated in finding and applying for jobs. I know how to answer interview questions and I now love what I do. You are everything you say you are and you have gone above and beyond to help a person you have never even met. You were more effective than any counselling because you addressed the problem.&quot; 

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY


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<pubDate>25 Apr 2021 00:51:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Without a clear career development strategy, organisations will lose employees]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Talent is mobile and, in the AI era, will gravitate toward employers that provide ongoing, meaningful career development programs.
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<content><![CDATA[Talent is mobile and, in the AI era, will gravitate toward employers that provide ongoing, meaningful career development programs.

To ignore training and career development is simply &ldquo;bad business management&rdquo;, leading to staff turnover, disconnect and lack of a team vision. In this time and age, mobility is hardly confined to being &ldquo;upwards&rdquo;. Career advancements could be sideways and mean cross-functional forays, or even across geographies. But what talent mobility does for organisations remains the same: it can do everything from fill skills gaps to develop future leaders.

Well-being based workplace practices and career interventions can improve mental health, sustainable employment, an organisation&#39;s productivity and profitability.

Training and career development are two separate components of workplace learning, and it is career development that is often neglected; however, one compliments the other in a dynamic and interdependent workplace strategy.

The Staff Career Development program is tailored to both the organisation&rsquo;s objectives and the individual&rsquo;s aspirations, marrying them into a satisfied and focused employee equipped with the knowledge and tools to actively contribute to the corporate and common good.

&quot;Actively taking a close interest in employees career goals and interfacing this personal vision with an organisation&#39;s BIG PICTURE can be a magical gift to any organisation&#39;s productivity.&quot;

Internal career development of current employees can be a rich source of talent, and also provide an excellent opportunity to increase employee engagement.

Career development is vital for employees to understand their potential value to the organisation and/or industry sector.  Building 3, 5 and 10-year career plans develop a vision that enables career pathways to be built and provide for better workforce resource planning.  Individual employees and human resource managers can then plan for additional training or qualifications needed to fulfil these career plans, and therefore ensure an ongoing supply of skilled people ready to be utilised as needed.

It is not all about hard skills.  The current team-based workplace thrives on employees with good soft skills, and this applies to all levels of personnel.  In this 21st century, people, in general, are better educated, more complex and demand a sophisticated level of interaction with peers, managers and customers.

The Staff Career Development program addresses both hard and soft skills, with EI (Emotional Intelligence) being a critical component.  A highly skilled employee (any level) with poor EI can be a disaster in a team environment, which is manifest in recent cases of bullying, stress and other ailments that afflict the current workplace.

The good news is that EI skills can be learned.  Once identified as an area of concern in the initial assessment process (or perhaps noted by a concerned HR manager) strategies can be designed to address an employee&rsquo;s emotional intelligence and general interaction within the workplace, often with overflow benefits into the person&rsquo;s personal relationships.

The Staff Career Development program is holistic in assisting the total person, not simply improving a set of skills.  This assists not only the individual but also the organisation can avoid workplace problems that can adversely affect productivity and at worst, result in litigation etc.

Providing career resources is not an employee perk. It is a deliberate strategy to guide individual aspirations and personal skill-building in a direction that is most beneficial to the enterprise. Many career initiatives arise from poor employee engagement scores (employees rate their company poorly on career opportunities) as a strong contributing reason for losing key talent. But organisations that have deliberately focused on career and career conversations have seen improvements beyond just survey scores and retention. &iuml;&raquo;&iquest;&iuml;&raquo;&iquest;&iuml;&raquo;&iquest;&iuml;&raquo;&iquest;&iuml;&raquo;&iquest;&iuml;&raquo;&iquest;

Using intensive career management techniques, people learn to understand themselves, their skills, personality and potential&hellip;more importantly, they develop an understanding of their value to the company, organisation and sector.

People actually want to contribute and perform well in their jobs.  The confusion occurs when they lack an understanding of the prospects with their employer and have little or no concept of their career pathway in the foreseeable future.

If employers are able to address career management within their organisation, that&#39;s a strategy to show prospective employees, and current employees, that there&#39;s a future within the organisation; the individual wants to be able to grow and develop and contribute more, and by taking a career management approach, the employer can support that both through the career management structures that HR might put in place and then through the support of managers who are the ones having career conversations with their staff.

The Staff Career Development program will give employees the vision and competencies to grow professionally and personally.  The ACMA career management consultant becomes a mentor to ensure that the corporate goals of the program are achieved within the context of facilitating both career and personal growth of all participating employees.

Empowered employees are productive employees!

A recent report from Deloitte clearly states &quot;focusing on career management will give your company endurance and agility.&quot;

The introduction of a well-being career counselling, intervention and planning program as part of the annual review process can be a &quot;low key&quot; approach with &quot;high buy-in&quot; results.  Organisations need healthy, productive and engaged employees.

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert, personalised coaching.


Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

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<content><![CDATA[If you are struggling to make sense of your AI career direction, you are not alone.

In today&rsquo;s highly skilled workforce and in an environment of rapid change, there lurks a hidden problem that is costing the Australian economy possibly billions of dollars annually in lost productivity and individual opportunity.

&ldquo;Career Confusion&rdquo; afflicts all sectors of the workforce and all levels of participation. The most common statements career counsellors hear today is &ldquo;I don&rsquo;t know what to do next!  I am unhappy with my current job!  What can I do to change my career?  Can someone help me to understand myself and my skills?&rdquo; All this equates to a significant section of the workforce who are underperforming or do not understand how to maximise their career opportunities, particularly in the AI era.

The phrase &quot;round pegs in square holes&quot; is a well-known expression that summarises the career confusion epidemic, which has no regard for educational, social or professional status and, more importantly, to the Australian economy, remains unmeasured and ignored by educators, governments and peak employer bodies.

Career development has become an individual responsibility over the last decade, with career planning and ongoing professional development critical to each person&#39;s holistic career health.  So, who amongst us can confidently state that they know exactly where their career is going and that they are both satisfied and fully understand their career options?  Not many would be confident in their AI future value to the employment market.

Career confusion can affect any age group, with numerous school leavers having no clear career direction, which they carry into adulthood as dissatisfied workers who never reach their full emotional and financial potential.

Career counsellors are an important link between people, their careers and a productive workforce.  It is extremely satisfying for a career counsellor to work with a client through many twists and turns to ultimately witness them become aware of who they are, what they can offer and the exciting career opportunities that abound in this time of strong economic growth and skills shortages across most sectors.

To assist clients suffering from career confusion, career counsellors use a range of interviews and tests to identify each person&rsquo;s unique qualities and needs.   A broad range of tests yields the best results, enabling the client to understand themselves in ways they have probably never been aware of before.

These techniques apply to all types of people, from any level, age group or workplace background.

Need is very important because many people suffering from career confusion often have qualifications or experience in jobs that are in a vulnerable AI sector of the economy, or have selected a position that is totally unsuitable for their personality.  In career counselling, it is important to point clients only in directions that offer growth and opportunity and match their personal values.

The employment market has grown highly competitive and sophisticated.  Inadequate preparation results in lost opportunities, frustration and rejection. 

People often settle for less, resulting in a loss of income, job satisfaction, and career path.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research, and job market analysis, combined with expert, personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance was provided, participants were 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive, cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; at our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Build value into your professional network]]></title>
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<content><![CDATA[If you nurture and grow your network properly, then you will probably never have to apply for another job.

The most significant resource for career development is a person&rsquo;s network, the people they know and then the people these people know (and on it goes).

Forget about online job applications and similar websites as on average 70% of jobs are never advertised in any form of media.  Astute employers recruit through their own sources and recommendations because in most cases they get a better quality of candidate and employee.

Accessing this 70% of jobs (hidden job market) is via your network and subsequent recommendations.  Therefore, building your network is critical to your career development and is a task that cannot be completed overnight.

Treat your network as a precious plant, water it, feed it and love it&hellip;then watch it grow and flower.  All active workforce participants need a good network and your occupation is irrelevant (bricklayer, CEO or whatever).


	
	Include everyone you know in your network  Start with friends and family, people in your workplace and industry, look outside your sector, include your doctor, dentist or accountant, never ignore people you meet at work events or private gatherings, in fact everyone.
	
	
	Be friendly and show a genuine interest in everyone that you meet  When you meet someone smile, show interest in them and listen to their story.  Ask them out for a coffee and get to know them...maybe there is something you can do for them.
	
	
	Offer assistance  If a person needs assistance, then do it for them as a favour.  This will often let them see your capabilities and in doing so learn a lot about you.  People will then be happy to return favours and possibly even recommend you to a connection for your next job or promotion.
	
	
	Advise everyone that you know about your career plans  If you are currently out of work let everyone in your network know.  This does not mean asking for a job, rather spreading the word.  If you are currently employed, let people know about your ambitions and where you want your career to be in 5 to 10 years&rsquo; time.  Be careful not to bore people with your needs and weave these facts into various conversations over time.
	
	
	Be active on social media  Social networking is where we are today.  Like it or loath it you ignore it at your own peril (it can be a career killer if you refuse to embrace it).  Many people find jobs on Facebook and Twitter through friends that they have made online.  Use social media to interact with people in your sector, follow and engage online with industry leaders (movers and shakers).  Add value and don&rsquo;t simply talk about yourself.
	
	
	Manage your LinkedIn profile  LinkedIn is the key career management social media platform.  It is now more important than your resume or any other career resource...everything revolves around LinkedIn.  LinkedIn is a good place to find job advertisements and to make professional connections.  Hiring managers and recruiters are constantly looking at profiles to identify suitable talent and to approach them directly about opportunities.  Join LinkedIn groups, contribute articles and engage in conversations on topics of interest (all of these actions enhance your public profile).
	
	
	Do volunteer work  An often neglected activity is volunteering to help others in need.  Not only do you provide an excellent community service, but you also meet people, other volunteers and professional support personnel.  Add these people to your network as they have seen you in a semi-professional capacity and understood the value that you can bring to an organisation.  They can also become excellent referees for you at a later date.
	
	
	Maintain contact  Being continually active within your network is fundamental to developing relationships and your professional image in the broader community.  Contact is important when you are in work, as well as when you are sourcing new opportunities.
	



WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Post COVID workers eager to upskill to save their careers]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[There is a dramatic shift in the career trajectories of post COVID workers, even more so among those in the same industry for many years.
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<content><![CDATA[There is a dramatic shift in the career trajectories of post COVID workers, even more so among those in the same industry for many years.

Workers now recognise that the game has changed and that flexibility and upskilling are now critical to remaining relevant in the post COVID workforce.

Professional assistance to research and identify the correct retraining or upskilling options and career pathways is essential.  Get it wrong and you may not have a job, career or income in the not too distant future.

ACMA&#39;s Advanced Vocational Assessment program is the ideal solution to managing your near term career needs and pathways by providing two detailed reports of actions and options available to you...don&#39;t wait until it is too late and opportunities have bypassed you.

Whilst there are many study options on the internet, how do you know what is the best or most relevant to your career future.  Be wary of universities, TAFE&#39;s and RTO&#39;s selling certificate, diploma or degree courses.  Unfortunately, many of these organisations are simply &quot;fee driven&quot; and in our experience will tell prospective students virtually anything to sign them up.

Many students have paid thousands of dollars to complete a course only to ultimately find that there are very limited job opportunities available...if any (&quot;I wish I had known that four years ago&quot; is their common lament).

ACMA&#39;s Module 1 Assessment process is very detailed and will take most people a week to complete (online).  Nevertheless, once a client has completed these assessments, we then have a thorough knowledge and understanding of the person covering skills, competencies, education, experience, work history, strengths, weaknesses, aspirations, career goals, personal circumstances, personality and much more...

A client recently said, &quot;You are so good at knowing a person&quot;.

Let an ACMA qualified career consultant personally assist you to make GOOD retraining decisions by:


	Identifying jobs of the future
	Looking at industry and regional trends
	Nominating suitable courses and relevant training
	Recommending realistic career options


Don&#39;t walk blindly into the future...as it is YOUR FUTURE AT STAKE!

Note: Corporate options available

Get a better job faster with ACMA&#39;s career transition programs providing:


	A structured program and proven career coaching system involving a completely different approach to job search and career development based on research and analysis 
	Help to get you totally clear on your career objective/pathway
	Thorough preparation for the career transition or job search
	Guidance (24/7) through proven job search methodologies/strategies including the latest Emotional Intelligence (EI), Rapid Pathway Molding (RPM), Narrative Therapy (NT), Cognitive Information Processing (CIP) &amp; Prior Learning Assessment Recognition (PLAR) techniques
	Profile differentiating your unique qualities and skills from others; with a complete portfolio of &quot;self-marketing&quot; techniques, tools and methods
	Evidence-based assistance to land you the RIGHT job sooner, with maximum remuneration
	Development of a long-term plan for ongoing career management including retraining and/or upskilling options
	Personalised support through the challenging or discouraging moments, including salary negotiation
	Coaching (24/7) through all stages such as networking, interviewing, negotiating, psychometric testing, finding hidden jobs and more...
	Highly effective tools and resources needed for career transition success (now and into the future), plus developing your all-important online digital and social media profiles
	Learn how to recession-proof your career for the long term
	Be personally case managed by Australia&#39;s leading career management consultants



WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<pubDate>14 Apr 2021 00:49:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Declutter Your Career]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Your ACMA career consultant will work closely with you to clean up your past, manage your NOW, and then develop clear pathways for your future.
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<content><![CDATA[Your ACMA career consultant will work closely with you to clean up your past, manage your NOW, and then develop clear pathways for your future.

ACMA career consultants objectively assess their clients&rsquo; education, training, and experience and identify the best options for their career development or transition. This can be a very exciting process, as it involves rediscovering skills and strengths in a new light, finding possibilities that are often surprising. The ACMA career consultant will pinpoint effective ways to develop your career or enter new fields, clarifying and refining any further training needed to market the client directly to prospective employers.

Assess the client. The career consultant will help determine the industries and positions that suit the client at that point in their career. Brainstorm work ideas. This is the fun part&ndash;career counsellors shake their clients up, awakening them to new ideas and encouraging them to think creatively about their work possibilities.

Determine the desired path. The consultant and client work together to decide on particular career pathways and strategise how to reach these new goals.

Develop qualifications. Often, the client will be coached on where and how to develop the training and skills needed to achieve their career goals. The consultant will help create an educational plan to achieve these qualifications.

Develop professional connections and experience. The client will need to make targeted connections in appropriate sectors. The consultant will know where to start the often-confusing task of seeking positions that may be &ldquo;hidden&rdquo; or unknown to the client.

Detailed interview training. Many people are confronted by interviews and the thought of being &quot;interrogated&quot;.  Via detailed interview preparation and &quot;mock interviews, the consultant thoroughly prepares the client to maximise each interview and to perform to a high standard every time.

Support the transition through to final placement. It can be tricky&ndash;not to mention scary&ndash;to change a work routine without disrupting one&rsquo;s life, which is why so many people stay in one position for so long. Career consultants make their clients comfortable with the transition period by developing action plans and conducting regular reviews to keep the job search on track and maximise your opportunities.

ACMA assistance programs are unlimited in length and sessions. This is important to note, as most competitors enforce these limitations, however, all ACMA programs work with the client until they start in their new job or promotion (irrespective of the complexity involved).


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career-paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<pubDate>12 Apr 2021 04:07:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Graduates are often unprepared]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Graduates often struggle to get their first job placement.
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<content><![CDATA[Graduates are often underprepared to transition into the workforce, and this can quickly translate into frustration and worst of all never actually using their university qualifications that they have worked so hard to obtain.

Graduates should start planning at least one year prior to graduation and seek professional assistance in order to avoid the predictable traps that numerous graduates fall into.

Employers are often unsympathetic to graduates and consider that unless they are work-ready they will not employ them (need to have previous experience). These issues can be avoided with proper planning, coaching and at least 12 months of preparation...the longer the better.

Just like any other workforce participant, career planning and initiatives should be viewed over 2, 3 and 5 year time spans.

Get your graduate career and graduate job search back on track and effective today!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<pubDate>11 Apr 2021 01:08:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Jobs growing and/or decreasing in demand]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[When planning your future career pathway, take careful note of this chart developed by the World Economic Forum.
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<content><![CDATA[When planning your future career pathway, take careful note of this chart developed by the World Economic Forum.

Let ACMA develop your PERSONALISED CAREER PLAN to ensure your ongoing career growth and relevance into the next decade and beyond.


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<pubDate>08 Apr 2021 06:22:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[How the ACMA Career Management program works]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Let us assist you to GET the job you want (from the comfort of your home/workplace or in our CBD offices.
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<content><![CDATA[Your complete Career Transition solution!

Australia&#39;s only CASE MANAGEMENT based career development program.

It&rsquo;s never too late to re-connect with your career passion &ndash; as long as you have the right resources and professional support!

&quot;IF YOU VALUE YOUR CAREER, YOU WILL VALUE OUR SERVICE&quot;


&quot;A completely different strategic approach to job search and career development based on research and analysis&quot;, including Career Match Report that will enable you to target your job search only on organisations that will want your skills, plus competency-based CV, Action Plan, online digital and social media profile development...all designed to give you the best chance of obtaining your ideal job.  Using ACMA&rsquo;s unique online systems &quot;Career Talk&quot; we can assist anyone/anywhere (in the language of their choice) to get the right job with the right company, plus discover the &quot;secrets&quot; that determine how you can reach your full career potential Contact us now


Personalised career transition assistance Australia/NZ wide (in our CBD offices or your home/workplace via convenient interactive online career management system, including tablet and smartphone technology) by Australia&#39;s leading career development specialist with years of business and career management/corporate outplacement experience; providing expert case management on all stages of your career transition (from initial testing/assessment to final placement)...based on the latest Emotional Intelligence (EI), Rapid Pathway Molding (RPM), Cognitive Information Processing (CIP), Narrative Therapy (NT) and Prior Learning Assessment Recognition (PLAR) techniques


One-click ONLINE JOB SEARCH button giving instant access to numerous matched jobs throughout Australia that you are looking for, plus integrated &quot;real-time&quot; online Job Application and Interview recording and monitoring system


Secure video conferencing facilities delivering face to face training and discussions


UNLOCK YOUR TRUE CAREER POTENTIAL with intensive &quot;one-on-one&quot; unlimited support and evidence-based advice at all stages with regular review meetings and task setting, with no limits on contact numbers, program duration or length


Learn life long career management and job search skills that will be of enduring benefit including effective networking and developing your connections (by leveraging your network in the proper way, you may never have to look for a job again); handling psychometric and personality tests; career planning; goal setting; application protocols/letters; selection criteria response; CV/resume writing; self-marketing; confidence-building skills; detailed understanding of the Australian employment market including current opportunities, re-training and/or up-skilling options, plus developing and promoting your personal brand


Career mapping:  &quot;Where do I see myself in five years?&rdquo; You may want to start your own business. Maybe you aspire for a complete career change or an internal promotion within your existing company. But how do you get there? It is not a straight pathway.


Interview preparation and coaching, including detailed assistance with behavioural interviews, personal presentation and body language.  One on one interview training involving &quot;mock interviews&quot;, post-interview tactics and advanced strategies to win interviews in this highly competitive job market


&iuml;&raquo;&iquest;&iuml;&raquo;&iquest;&iuml;&raquo;&iquest;LinkedIn profile builder...we assist you to fully develop and utilise your LinkedIn profile to maximise your potential value from this important online resource, involving a keyword-rich online profile that demonstrates not only what you&#39;ve accomplished, but what you can offer future employers.  ACMA&#39;s online career management system also directly interfaces with each client&#39;s LinkedIn profile which allows clients to instantly access their profile whilst simultaneously using the system, thereby significantly increasing the efficiency of their job search or career management activities...this facility is unique in Australia/NZ


Personal branding:  Your perceived value-add proposition that you present to a company implies a promise. A promise that you will bring something to the table that will significantly contribute to their organisation. You must prove that your unique &quot;brand&quot; will contribute more to the company than the brand being presented by your competition. Your ability to communicate your brand, verbally, in writing and digitally, will drive your success in conducting an effective job search.


Assistance in accessing the &quot;hidden job market&quot; (70% of jobs are never advertised) including directly target marketing potential employers; this is the major focus of our program as it is where you have the highest chance of obtaining the position you want.  ACMA has developed Australia/NZ wide connections and job market intelligence gathering methods (across all sectors), designed to assist in the acceleration of the job search process by actively pursuing unadvertised positions.  We coach you to target companies that meet your search criteria, not just apply to jobs listed online... the challenge is how to find opportunities that fit your criteria.  We will guide you through this entire process to professionally market yourself to your target companies...a SMARTER WAY TO JOB SEARCH!


Online job application forms can be complex to complete.  With the advent of &quot;no resume required&quot; applications, the importance of responding correctly when submitting online application forms can be critical to your future career prospects.  Your consultant will coach and supervise your applications to ensure 100% compliance.


Help in approaching and using recruiters/agencies active in your target market utilising our extensive Australia/NZ wide recruiter database connections


Reference checking: assistance to validate what your nominated referees actually say about you...this is potentially vital information in achieving a clean career transition


24-hour &quot;hotline support service&quot; using our national toll-free number, plus embedded SMS and online access...your career management consultant is only a keystroke or telephone call away 7 days a week


Contract and salary packaging negotiation assistance ensuring that your interests are properly protected...negotiating for your livelihood is &quot;serious business&quot; which employers win most of the time because candidates don&#39;t know the rules and how the game is played...accept the fact that you don&#39;t get the salary you deserve; you get the salary you negotiate!


12 months mentoring after starting in any new position supporting you during the critical probationary and settling in period...assisting you to negotiate the complexities that everyone confronts when moving into a new (internal or external) workplace environment


Access to Australia&#39;s leading interactive online career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system (including Tablet and Smartphone), plus flexible interactive online coaching/support that suits your location and schedule, with the option to combine online learning with &quot;face to face&quot; support, and unlimited 24/7 hotline access to Australia&#39;s leading specialist career management consultants (with post-graduate qualifications in career guidance management)


ONGOING MENTORING SUPPORT SERVICE your career is a lifelong journey.  Develop a long term relationship with a career management coach who can assist you with multiple aspects of your current situation and future career directions. Consistently making good career choices is a complex process that even the most experienced person can get wrong with disastrous consequences

Program Modules



Module 1


	Ring or meet client and provide initial counselling and support (explain client/counsellor confidentiality and professional relationship) 
	Ascertain emotional state and develop strategies...EAP Assistance 
	Keep in close contact over the first 24/48 hour period (including after hours and weekends) 
	Develop time frame and aspirations with client 
	Complete Module 1 Assessments including psychometric assessments 
	Maintain ongoing regular connection with the client 


Module 2


	Conduct Module 1 Assessments review with the client 
	Review psychometric assessments 
	Discuss report ramifications 
	Source any additional information from the client 
	Develop a detailed CV 
	Start building &quot;step by step&quot; detailed ACTION PLAN around identified needs and sectors 
	Maintain ongoing regular connection with the client 


Module 3


	Provide 24/7 ongoing support as per individual client needs 
	Finalise detailed Action Plan and discuss with the client 
	Explain Weekly Reporting and progress review system 
	Outplacement Program Process Summary 
	Construct/review LinkedIn profile and general social media strategy 
	Assist client to manage online job applications via system 
	Maintain ongoing regular connection with the client 


Module 4


	Provide extensive training on job selection and advertisement/PD interpretation 
	Educate clients on application processes and protocols 
	Coach on key selection criteria responses and similar complex applications 
	Monitor applications (in real-time) 
	Conduct weekly review sessions 
	Maintain ongoing regular connection with the client 


Module 5


	Develop and implement a target marketing strategy and identification 
	Educate clients on using recruiters and head hunters 
	Develop specific networking strategies and techniques 
	Coach clients to use specific scripts and techniques to introduce themselves 
	Provide LinkedIn training as a research and job hunting resource tool 
	Ongoing monitoring of the Action Plan progress
	Maintain ongoing regular connection with the client 


Module 6


	Provide detailed interview preparation and behavioural interview training 
	Conduct mock interview and discuss specific interview tactics 
	Review interview results and implement appropriate strategies 
	Salary and contract negotiation 
	Review job offers and contracts 
	Maintain ongoing regular connection with the client 


Module 7


	Familiarise clients to psychometric tests in various formats 
	Provide sample tests for clients to practice on 
	Provide counselling on relaxation techniques and personal presentation 
	Assist client to develop a detailed 3-5 year CAREER PLAN
	Maintain ongoing regular connection with the client 


General


	Tailor program to individual&rsquo;s needs, timeframe, aspirations, personality and location 
	ACMA&#39;s case management process provides ongoing supervision 24/7 support throughout the program 
	Provide 12 months mentoring support AFTER the client commences in their new position 
	Identify and implement any other appropriate strategy to assist the client to achieve his/her career goals 
	Develop a life-long relationship with the client as a valuable career management resource for future career moves 









ACMA creates successful career-paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<content><![CDATA[Application trackings systems are now everywhere.  Even the online job sites are now using ATS technology to screen your application even before the employer or recruiter becomes involved.

Robots now read your job application, not humans.  That&rsquo;s right a robot makes the decision to invite you for an interview, not a person.

Shock, horror, how can this right!

This robotic involvement is the reason why many people never get invited to interviews when in fact they are really ideal candidates for the advertised position.  Your beautifully crafted application documents are ignored and never seriously considered, rendering the whole exercise a complete waste of your time and emotional energy.

Q: So how do ATS robots work?

A: They scan your electronically lodged application papers looking for keywords and phrases that match the criteria that they have been programmed to recognise.  If you match, you get an interview, and if you don&rsquo;t, you never hear or get a response.  Sound familiar?

Q: Why doesn&#39;t a real person read my application?

A: We live in a fast-paced world where time is of the essence.  Physically reading hundreds of job applications and shortlisting the most appropriate candidates can take an enormous amount of time.  Recruiters and human resource consultants cannot afford to waste so much time on one hire.

Q: Then many highly qualified and suitable candidates are overlooked?

A: That is correct.  Seems silly and certainly makes the recruitment process look dysfunctional.

Q: Do all companies and recruiters use ATS robots?

A: It is now very prevalent throughout industry, commerce, and the public sector.

Q: I cannot possibly match every word and phrase in a job advertisement so what can I do?

A: Actually you can, and there are specific techniques that can be used to get your application recognised by the robots so that you receive that all-important invitation for an interview.

Q: If ATS robots work like this and second rate candidates get interviews, surely companies and organisations ultimately want the best candidate only&hellip;so how do they ensure that these robots are not undermining their talent pool?

A: They don&rsquo;t advertise any positions and recruit through their own connections targeting the best talent only.

Understanding how these ATS robots technically work is vital information.  The ATS robots do not read the printed word on the resume.  Technically speaking, they read the embedded code in the document and interpret this against the specific criteria that have been set.

The implication of the above technical information is profound because if you lodge a resume in a PDF format (which has no embedded code), your chances of being selected for an interview are zero.

Hint: ALWAYS SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION DOCUMENTS IN AN OPEN WORD FORMAT ONLY!

Another way of avoiding the ATS robots is to talk directly to companies that may need your skillset and expertise.  In fact, on average 70% of jobs are never advertised, and this can be a fertile way of gaining your next job and avoiding the ATS traps.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Career Change SUCCESS]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Easy to say...hard to achieve.
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<content><![CDATA[Easy to say...hard to achieve.

Career satisfaction is an important consideration that underpins your self-esteem and mental health, plus your loved one&#39;s financial security...so there is a lot at stake.

Steve Jobs said: &iuml;&raquo;&iquest;&ldquo;Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven&rsquo;t found it yet, keep looking. Don&rsquo;t settle. As with all matters of the heart, you&rsquo;ll know when you find it.&rdquo;

The term &quot;career change&quot; is a short and simple two-word phrase that does not adequately reflect the complexity and difficulty involved in effectively changing your career.

Career change is about getting a &quot;good outcome&quot; not simply finding a new job...people often confuse the two. It&rsquo;s about moving into a completely new sector or occupation and certainly involves challenging your personal comfort zone.

A lot of people tend to think, &ldquo;I don&rsquo;t need help with changing careers, I can do it all on my own.&rdquo; But the truth is, the process of changing careers is SO different than what people think it is. 

You&rsquo;re the one who needs to take control of your career journey, and the sooner you take control, the better off you&rsquo;ll be. Do this for yourself, and the person you want to be.

Ask yourself this critical question: &quot;What skills and qualifications do I need to compete for a new job or career?&quot;

Professional assessment and intensive research are required to identify your current transferable skills, or to develop a strategy to gain the necessary skills and additional qualifications (re-training and/or up-skilling).

Identifying companies and sectors that have growth is also critical to a person&#39;s long term career prospects...the workforce is rapidly changing.

As previously stated career change is a complex process to get right and may require a number of steps over a period of time to properly finalise. Specialised career and strategy planning to effectively manage the process is the key to a successful outcome.

It can be a highly rewarding and transforming journey or problematic...it all depends on how you manage your career change and transition process.

Considering making a career change but feel held back by self-doubt and lack of prevailing workplace knowledge?

Using ACMA&#39;s unique online career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system means you can work closely with your career management consultant from anywhere in Australia and/or overseas.

A career change can be life-changing, challenging and easy to get wrong...make sure that you get the best possible outcome by seeking professional advice and support.

Career change is one of the most important initiatives you will undertake throughout your adult life...so you had better get it right.

For specific program details click here.

IT IS NOT SIMPLY A MATTER OF GETTING ANOTHER JOB!

No matter how ready you think you are to make a move, career changes are daunting. The stress of leaving what you&rsquo;re comfortable with to venture into foreign territory stops many people from taking the first step toward something new.

Multiple factors including your personal values and aspirations need to be addressed, and if you get just one factor wrong then disastrous consequences may follow.

A typical career change can have up to fifty separate components that need to be aligned, including your psychometric profile, transferable skills and much much more.

Your current occupation and seniority are irrelevant...as all of the above apply to any level of the workforce or occupation.

Career change services in Australia/NZ have been revolutionised with the development of ACMA&#39;s cloud-based online career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system.

People going through career change no longer have to attend a CBD office and wait a week or more between consultations. ACMA&#39;s online career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system allows them to work 1 on 1 with their dedicated consultant from anywhere and at any time...7 days per week.

The system allows 1 on 1 contact online via computer, tablet and smartphone access, plus a 24/7 telephone 1800 TELEPHONE SUPPORT facility.

Convenience is one advantage, the other is the ability to move FAST in critical circumstances, such a being invited to an interview tomorrow. If this occurs the career management consultant can immediately initiate the interview preparation/training module to prepare the person for the next day&#39;s interview.

This technology allows ACMA to work with any person throughout Australia/NZ no matter how remote (or local) their location might be...using a structured case management process.

Identify your career path, develop your career plan or get that better job and salary that YOU DESERVE from the comfort of your home...from anywhere.


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[People are your best job search tool]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[It is probably not the internet but someone you know that will be the gateway to your next job or career development.
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<content><![CDATA[It is probably not the internet but someone you know that will be the gateway to your next job or career development.

The most precious resources during a job search are people. You may have some strong feelings about &quot;using people&quot; and you may be reluctant to ask for help. After you complete your job search however, you will realise that the majority of the information which led you to your final destination came from people.

Remember! Using people as resources is distinct from taking inappropriate advantage of others. Using people effectively is the key to your finding a new situation in the most expeditious fashion.

Keep in mind the following realities:

No one owes you anything! Don&#39;t act as if you are entitled to help. When you are seeking free advice, take care not to inadvertently act as if you think, &quot;People owe it. to me&quot;.

Every person you approach has their own preoccupations and worries! Be sensitive to others. If their response is not what you expect, it may have nothing to do with you. &quot;Remember the networking contact I called on last month? I have just found out he has lost his job and his wife has cancer. No wonder he did not do much to help me as his world must have been falling apart.&quot;


	Most people want to help! Despite not owing you anything and with their own preoccupations, most people will go out of their way to be of assistance. Your responsibility is to approach them in the appropriate manner and to assist them in helping you.
	Approach people in a way that acknowledges that their time is limited. Arrange an appointment at a time and location which is best for them.
	Establish the length of your meeting in advance and hold to it.
	Effective networking does work! What most people term networking is only a pale approximation of the real thing. Put aside any preconceptions and past experiences, and learn how to make networking pay off for you.
	One of your goals is to spread the word of your availability to as many people as possible through energetic networking, you put the news of your candidacy into as many people&#39;s minds as possible, thereby increasing the chances of hearing about open positions.
	For those of you thinking, &quot;I do not have ten people in my network&quot;, think again and be prepared to stretch your limits.
	List your contacts! Make a list of everyone you know&hellip;that is not an easy task. Start with the people with whom you are in current contact; then recall people with whom you have lost touch. Include people from all facets of your life: business, professional, and voluntary associations; social, community and religious organisations, University and school affiliations; Military Service. Don&#39;t forget customers (past and present), suppliers, lawyers, accountants, bankers, local merchants and relatives. Do NOT leave out someone because you assume he or she wouldn&#39;t be useful. You never know who might be very useful. This list now forms the foundation of your networking.
	Facilitate the networking discussion! Help your contact think about your request for his help and advice with your job search in broad terms. If his first reaction is, &quot;I don&#39;t know anyone who fits that description&quot;, make it clear that you would value any kind of suggestion, however tangential. Cite examples of where someone led you to someone who in turn knew of someone else who had the information you needed. Intrigue them with this process in order to stretch their thinking.
	If no immediate ideas are forthcoming, forestall a negative response by suggesting your contact mull over your request for a day or two. Make specific arrangements to follow up your call, in a way that leaves no doubt that you will. And then do it!


Do not rely solely on social media. Person to person contact is still the most powerful way to obtain information to get the job or career that you want.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[How to find the right job with the right organisation]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Absolutely no good occurs if you take the wrong job with the wrong organisation.
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<content><![CDATA[Absolutely no good occurs if you take the wrong job with the wrong organisation.

People experiencing enforced or voluntary workplace career change often have unrealistic expectations about the availability of a suitable position being readily accessible to them.  This can quickly translate into negative feelings and a loss of confidence (all of which is completely avoidable).

A job search is a search that most people have to conduct to FIND THE RIGHT JOB WITH THE RIGHT ORGANISATION.  Stop and think about all the variables that need to be aligned for you to achieve this highly desirable outcome, and further consider if only one component is missing???.  A job search is a complex task that requires a lot of planning, strategizing and hard work (and often a bit of luck) to achieve the best possible result.

Consider the arrogance of the following mindset: &ldquo;When I leave my job I expect that the ideal job is always there ready for me to start&rdquo;&hellip;(this is how most people approach it)... &ldquo;I finish today and in a couple of weeks I will walk straight into my ideal role&rdquo;.

It&rsquo;s a myth that needs to be recognised as a dangerous misconception and an unrealistic expectation.  If you are prepared to take any old hack job then that is what you will get.  On the other hand, career-focused people are selective about the position and who they work for&hellip;nothing wrong with that.

A job search is about finding the right job for you by positioning yourself to take advantage of opportunities as they arise.  Accept the fact that approximately 70% of jobs are never advertised (the hidden job market) and are sourced through a number of ways.  The ACMA program is focused on target marketing and connecting clients directly with people and organisations in their target market, and thereby bypassing recruiters and internet job seeker sites as much as possible.

By positioning, we mean that when a suitable job comes up in your target market then they already know of your existence, skills and qualifications for the role.  Nothing mysterious about that&hellip;however, most job seekers never do it.

A successful job search takes time and systematic effort, with the ACMA program focused on doing the research and analysis needed to effectively manage your job search to ensure only &ldquo;good career choices&rdquo;.
 
Many job searches fail simply because people (unknowingly) go about it in the wrong way, applying for jobs listed on internet job sites and with recruiters, and then complain about the lack of response and/or positive results.  The worst scenario is getting the wrong job or settling for second best when all the time missing great job opportunities that could drive their career and personal lives to really good outcomes.

The myth has been exposed&hellip;a great job search is complex, easily mismanaged and potentially personally disastrous if you get it wrong.  Canny job seekers avoid these traps and connect directly with the people and organisations that need and appreciate their talents and potential.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful executive career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<pubDate>07 Feb 2021 06:58:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Managing a retrenchment assignment]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Retrenchment can be very hard on both the affected employees and their superiors.
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<content><![CDATA[Retrenchment can be very hard on both the affected employees and their superiors.

On occasions, both small and large business enterprises (private or public sectors) have to downsize all levels of personnel or redeploy remaining staff...with offices and online services throughout Australia/NZ, we can promptly assist any organisation.

As part of a planned redundancy or staff redeployment program, we provide intensive, unlimited support to affected personnel at any level, across all business and/or industry sectors nationally.

Since 1991, ACMA has regularly partnered with numerous small, medium, unlisted and listed companies, plus many public sector organisations, to assist in the implementation of strategic outplacement programs involving all States/NZ and any geographical region.

Outplacement Support Services can be arranged for individual &quot;one on one&quot; counselling, or in groups for large numbers...research from the US shows that a personalised Outplacement program can reduce the length of a former employee&#39;s job search by up to 61%.

Companies can be sure that their obligations to either existing or previous employees are case managed in a caring and holistic manner, thereby giving the person/people involved the best chance of developing their career to the maximum potential or to quickly find suitable alternative employment.

The ACMA Outplacement program focuses the participant towards the future and away from the past. It builds resilience, optimism and channels the terminated employee&rsquo;s energy towards positive action, with the program providing a fresh 21st-century approach (certainly not the &quot;been-there-done-that outplacement&quot; commonly available).


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance was provided, participants were 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY


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<pubDate>04 Feb 2021 11:47:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[The RIGHT MINDSET will get you the job]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[How you think will dictate your career future.
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<content><![CDATA[How you think will dictate your career future.

Any person irrespective of age, gender, ethnicity or socio-economic background can learn new skills and improve their chances of getting that new job or promotion.

Studies in neuroplasticity show that a healthy brain (any age), quickly responds to new learning and actually develops new connectors to facilitate this stimulation.  The old adage that &ldquo;you cannot teach an old dog new tricks&rdquo; is simply wrong&hellip;in fact, you can (as well as young dogs etc.).

The average person has about 60 to 80 thousand thoughts per day of which 95% are repeated every day (routine thinking).

Eighty per cent of these thoughts are negative and this is where the ACMA program assists in turning around these &ldquo;automatic negative thoughts&rdquo;, and provides training using Rapid Pathway Molding (RPM) techniques so that you visualize and understand that:

 I can change my career
 I can get that new job
 I can get that promotion
 I can perform well at an interview
 I can learn new skills
 I can do a new course to improve my marketability
 I can network effectively
 I can access the hidden job market
 I can market myself to employers
 I can adapt to a new workplace
 I can be emotionally intelligent
 I can manage workplace politics
 I can negotiate good outcomes
 I can win&hellip;&hellip;

ACMA Career Management and Outplacement programs are focused on empowering clients to achieve the best possible outcomes by helping them to see, say and feel their skills, abilities, competencies and potential.  Using RPM techniques your ACMA consultant will work with you on issues that &ldquo;hold you back&rdquo; or are negative thoughts contributing to limiting your career objectives.

Most people&rsquo;s IQ is fully developed by 19 years of age and cannot be enhanced by study etc.  Emotional Intelligence can be learned and developed at any age.  EI is vitally important in today&rsquo;s service-based economy where &ldquo;soft skills&rdquo; are critical in the modern workplace.

Your ACMA consultant will assist you to understand your EI and the principles behind it.  Information is everything in today&rsquo;s world, so awareness of your personal EI and pathways to developing and improving it will potentially unlock many barriers to your career progression now and over the years to come.

People often complain that they missed out on that new job or promotion and have no idea why!  Could it be their lack of emotional intelligence or negativity?

Let your ACMA consultant work closely on these issues to free yourself from your negative thoughts and possible emotional barriers currently impacting on your career potential.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<pubDate>25 Jan 2021 12:03:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Older workers are in demand]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Some industries welcome older workers, some don&#39;t...so only focus on the sectors that do.
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<content><![CDATA[Some industries welcome older workers, some don&#39;t...so only focus on the sectors that do.

The second decade of the 21st Century presents enormous challenges to people 45 years and older. An amazing range of workplace changes has occurred over the last twenty years which can be very confronting to a person wanting to obtain a position in today&rsquo;s complex employment market.

Mature age workers are often &ldquo;thrown out&rdquo; onto the employment market through no choice of their own after having worked for one company or in one industry for many years&hellip;enforced workplace change is common due to corporate restructuring, downsizing, economic changes, business failure or re-entering the workforce after periods parenting or caring duties.

Whatever the catalyst mature age workers suddenly find themselves in a world of work that is drastically different to the one they entered many years previously and commonly suffer from what is called the &ldquo;Rip Van Winkle Syndrome&rdquo;...refer this article http://bit.ly/1lQ5Ken

This lack of knowledge or understanding of the 21st Century employment market application procedures and protocols is the main barrier for these displaced mature age workers that fail to move into valued employment opportunities. The fact is that the employment market is now sophisticated and complex and failure to adapt and learn can mean years of either underemployment or unemployment, wasting the remaining productive years.

It needs to acknowledge that &ldquo;Ageism&rdquo; discrimination does exist at certain levels, however, there are many organisations that now actively pursue mature aged workers, and with mounting skills shortages mature aged workers are needed to contribute into their late 60&rsquo;s and beyond.

The main reason mature age workers fail to obtain suitable employment is their inability or refusal to change, learn and adapt to the modern world of work. The result is that they become disenfranchised from the employment market, suffer personal and financial stress which in most cases is avoidable.

ACMA has worked with mature aged people for many years and continue to observe the same mindset and mistakes being repeated until an intervention occurs&hellip;often initiated by a concerned partner or friend.

Mature age workers cannot change the world as it exists NOW! They can only control their own vision of the world, adapt and grow&hellip;the other option is to stagnate and waste your opportunities.

The good news is that there are now numerous education and retraining opportunities available to mature age people, with many being delivered conveniently online at your own pace. Rightly or wrongly your employability will often depend solely on having the appropriate qualifications (tickets).

Those who embrace change, tackle new technologies, systems and methods will find gratifying work.

This is not easy! However with the careful ACMA support and coaching any reasonable person can thrive into their later years actively contributing to society and their own welfare.

THE CHALLENGE IS YOURS!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<pubDate>23 Jan 2021 04:16:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Provide staff career training or lose them]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[A recent report from Deloitte clearly states &quot;focusing on career management will give your company endurance and agility.&quot;
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<content><![CDATA[In today&rsquo;s modern workplace companies and organisations must lead and develop their workforce in order to maximise their return from this major resource.  To ignore training and career development is simply &ldquo;bad business management&rdquo;, leading to staff turnover, disconnect and lack of a team vision.

Training and career development are two separate components of workplace learning and it is career development that is often neglected, however one compliments the other in a dynamic and interdependent workplace strategy.

Since 1991 ACMA has assisted numerous organisations (small, large, listed and unlisted) to implement targeted career development programs that are designed to engage, inform and assist employees to manage their careers.  ACMA programs are tailored to both the organisation&rsquo;s objectives and the individual&rsquo;s aspirations, marrying them into a satisfied and focused employee equipped with the knowledge and tools to actively contribute to the corporate and common good.

Career development is vital for people to understand their potential value to the organisation and/or industry sector.  Building 3, 5 and 10-year career plans develop a vision that enables career pathways to be built and provide for better workforce resource planning.  Individual employees and human resource managers can then plan for additional training or qualifications needed to fulfil these career plans, and therefore ensure an ongoing supply of skilled people ready to be utilised as needed.

It is not all about hard skills.  The current team-based workplace thrives on employees with good soft skills and this applies to all levels of personnel.  In this 21st century, people, in general, are better educated, more complex and demand a sophisticated level of interaction with peers, managers and customers.

ACMA career development programs address both hard and soft skills, with EI (Emotional Intelligence) being a critical component.  A highly skilled employee (any level) with poor EI can be a disaster in a team environment, which is manifest in recent cases of bullying, stress and other ailments that afflict the current workplace.

The good news is that EI skills can be learned.  Once identified as an area of concern in the initial assessment process (or perhaps noted by a concerned HR manager) strategies can be designed to address an employee&rsquo;s emotional intelligence and general interaction within the workplace, often with overflow benefits into the person&rsquo;s personal relationships.

ACMA career development programs are holistic in assisting the total person, not simply improving a set of skills.  This not only assists the individual but also the organisation can avoid workplace problems that can adversely affect productivity and at worst result in litigation etc.

Using intensive career management techniques people learn to understand themselves, their skills, personality and potential&hellip;more importantly, they develop an understanding of their value to the company, organisation and sector.

People actually want to contribute and perform well in their jobs.  The confusion occurs when they lack an understanding of the prospects with their employer and have little or no concept of their career pathway in the foreseeable future.

ACMA career development programs will give employees the vision and competencies to grow professionally and personally.  The ACMA career management consultant becomes a mentor to ensure that the corporate goals of the program are achieved within the context of facilitating both career and personal growth of all participating employees.

Empowered employees are productive employees!

A recent report from Deloitte clearly states &quot;focusing on career management will give your company endurance and agility.&quot;


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<pubDate>16 Jan 2021 22:03:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Australia&#39;s Career Counselling Hub]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Don&#39;t settle for second best, contact ACMA today!
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<content><![CDATA[The career counselling hub of Australia!

We assist people from all backgrounds, industries, organisations, professions, age groups, private or public sectors and locations to find THE RIGHT JOB.  Our innovative approach to career coaching and career development by providing structured case management programs is unique.

Whether you&rsquo;re an executive, graduate, mature-age candidate, newly arrived migrant, manual worker, professional, expatriate, retrenched, unemployed, career changer, frustrated with your current job or simply looking to maximise your career options - we can assist you to find the right job, faster.

Whatever your occupation, wherever you are located contact us NOW!

Our career management consultants will guide you through your career transition or job search, from initial professional assessment, resume writing, interview preparation, salary negotiation to developing your own personalised career plan, retraining and/or upskilling options, plus much more...

For companies, we provide intensive support for all industry sectors through our corporate outplacement services. 

Unlock your true career potential with ACMA&#39;s proven Career Management, Career Development and Outplacement programs.

A lot of people tend to think, &ldquo;I don&rsquo;t need help with changing careers or to get the right job, I can do it all on my own.&rdquo; But the truth is, the process is SO different than what people think it is. 

You&rsquo;re the one who needs to take control of your career journey, and the sooner you take control, the better off you&rsquo;ll be. Do this for yourself, and the person you want to be.

Client feedback: &quot; I am now stronger, more capable and now educated in finding and applying for jobs. I know how to answer interview questions and I now love what I do. You are everything you say you are and you have gone above and beyond to help a person you have never even met. You were more effective than any counselling because you addressed the problem.&quot; 

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<pubDate>12 Jan 2021 07:25:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Learn new skills to get your ideal job in the AI era]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Any person, irrespective of age, gender, ethnicity or socio-economic background, can learn new skills and improve their chances of getting that new job or promotion, in the AI era.
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<content><![CDATA[Any person, irrespective of age, gender, ethnicity or socio-economic background, can learn new skills and improve their chances of getting that new job or promotion in the AI era.

Studies in neuroplasticity show that a healthy brain (any age), quickly responds to new learning and actually develops new connectors to facilitate this stimulation.  The old adage that &ldquo;you cannot teach an old dog new tricks&rdquo; is simply wrong&hellip;in fact, you can (as well as young dogs, etc.).

The average person has about 60 to 80 thousand thoughts per day, of which 95% are repeated every day (routine thinking).

Eighty per cent of these thoughts are negative, and this is where the ACMA program assists in turning around these &ldquo;automatic negative thoughts&rdquo;, and provides training using Rapid Pathway Molding (RPM) techniques so that you visualise and understand that:

 I can change my career
 I can get that new job
 I can get that promotion
 I can perform well at an interview
 I can learn new skills
 I can do a new course to improve my marketability
 I can network effectively
 I can access the hidden job market
 I can market myself to employers
 I can adapt to a new workplace
 I can be emotionally intelligent
 I can manage workplace politics
 I can negotiate good outcomes
 I can adapt to the AI revolution 

ACMA Career Management and Outplacement programs are focused on empowering clients to achieve the best possible outcomes by helping them to see, say and feel their skills, abilities, competencies and potential.  Using RPM techniques your ACMA consultant will work with you on issues that &ldquo;hold you back&rdquo; or are negative thoughts contributing to limiting your career objectives.

Most people&rsquo;s IQ is fully developed by 19 years of age and cannot be enhanced by study, etc.  Emotional Intelligence can be learned and developed at any age.  EI is vitally important in today&rsquo;s service-based economy, where &ldquo;soft skills&rdquo; are critical in the modern workplace.

Your ACMA consultant will assist you in understanding your EI and the principles behind it.  Information is everything in today&rsquo;s world, so awareness of your personal EI and the pathways to developing and improving it can unlock many barriers to your career progression now and in the years to come.

People often complain that they missed out on that new job or promotion and have no idea why!  Could it be their lack of emotional intelligence or negativity?

Let your ACMA consultant work closely on these issues to help you free yourself from negative thoughts and potential emotional barriers that are currently impacting your career potential.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<pubDate>09 Jan 2021 09:24:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[What are transferable skills?]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Transferable skills needed across all sectors of industry and commerce? Simply stated they are PORTABLE SKILLS.
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<content><![CDATA[What are the transferable skills needed across all sectors of industry and commerce? Simply stated they are PORTABLE SKILLS.

People usually think about their transferable skills when applying for a job, promotion or considering a career change.  Employers often look for people who can demonstrate a good set of transferable skills.

The good news is that you already have transferable skills &ndash; you&rsquo;ve developed such skills and abilities throughout your working life, perhaps at university, at home and in your social interactions, as well as through any experience in your life.

It is often important that you can identify and give examples of the transferable skills that you have developed - this will go a long way to persuading prospective employers that you are right for the job.

You may think that a lack of relevant, industry-specific experience will stop you from getting a job but this is not always the case. If you are changing careers, you&rsquo;ll be pleased to learn that employers are often looking for potential.  It is vital, therefore, that you sell your potential by demonstrating the transferable skills that you have developed already.

Communication Skills

Communication skills help you exchange information with people both inside and outside your company. The ability to get your point across well will be relevant in any role where you have to interact with people or create or present content on behalf of or to your team or company.


	Content Writing/Development/Creation
	Editing
	Grant Writing
	Language Proficiencies
	Phone Screening
	Proposal Writing
	Public Speaking


Interpersonal Skills

Interpersonal skills help you work well with team members, managers, direct reports, clients, and stakeholders. If your job requires interacting with people in any way, these are likely to be of high importance.


	Business Development
	Client/Account Management
	Collaboration
	Conflict Management and Resolution
	Customer Service
	Partnership Development
	Process Development
	Relationship Building
	Sales Skills
	Teamwork


Leadership Skills

The ways in which you have exercised your ability to manage and lead can set you apart and are also industry-fluid.


	Change Management
	Company Culture Leadership
	Employee Training and Development Facilitation
	Mentorship Skills
	Team Management or Leadership
	People Management
	Project/Program/Operations Management
	Strategy Leadership
	Talent Acquisition/Hiring Committee Leadership


Other Soft Skills

These talents and strengths can tell your future employer where you shine outside of the technical requirements of the job.


	Adaptability
	Agility
	Attention to Detail
	Creative Thinking
	Goal Setting
	Independence/Self-Motivation
	Innovation
	Multitasking
	Organisation
	Problem Solving
	Resourcefulness
	Time Management
	Emotional intelligence


Technical and Task-Oriented Skills

These are tools and tasks in which you are proficient that could add value to your next opportunity, regardless of industry.


	Accounting
	Adobe Creative Suite
	Bookkeeping
	Content Management Systems (such as WordPress, Drupal, and Squarespace)
	Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software (such as Salesforce)
	Database Management
	Equipment Installation
	Google Analytics
	Graphic Design
	HTML/CSS
	Ideation and Concepting
	Microsoft Office Suite: With software this broad, you might want to specify tasks such as making pivot tables, creating macros, or performing data analysis in Excel or creating presentations in PowerPoint.
	Project Management and Collaboration Software (such as Trello, Asana, Airtable, Jira, Slack, and G Suite)
	Reporting and Analysis Skills
	Social Media Management and Scheduling
	SEO
	Professional Certifications: Certifications often speak to skills that can be transferable to other industries, such as Project Management Professional (PMP) certifications indicating that someone has project management skills, organization skills, and leadership skills. Credentials like Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) or Google Analytics Individual Qualification can prove you&rsquo;re an expert in the skills they&rsquo;re named for.
	Typing
	Website Design


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<pubDate>06 Jan 2021 04:42:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[How to get a work from home job]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Working remotely from home is now the norm.
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<content><![CDATA[Working remotely from home is now the norm.

There are many reasons for getting a job that allows you to work remotely. However, finding that perfect work from home job isn&rsquo;t that easy; it takes a certain type of person with the right amount of motivation in order to be successful working from home.

Research, research, research

Conducting research about employers committed to remote working is the most crucial part. The research should focus on the company&rsquo;s mission, values, goals and atmosphere. It should also give you the confidence to engage with a progressive and forward looking organisation.

Demonstrate open communication skills

Keeping in touch with target employers when you have a remote job is how they know you are succeeding. When you work from home, you communicate through email, video messaging, chats and phone. 

Be ready to explain your reasons and passion for remote working

To obtain a work from home job, you need to show your future employer that you are passionate and mentally fit to work remotely (some people are not). Ask questions about upcoming projects and really try to understand the company&rsquo;s vision and values.

Technology underpin working from home

Clearly demonstrate your advanced technology expertise and ability to manage technology by yourself. You should show technical skills on your resume and make sure to talk about experiences you have had with relevant industry software applications in your interview.

Home office environment

Set-up your home office properly and be READY TO WORK.  Take photos of your office layout and equipment that you can introduce at interview to prove your commitment to working from home.

Let ACMA assist you to find your ideal WORK FROM HOME JOB!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career-paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<pubDate>01 Dec 2020 05:49:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[ Find your new job faster]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Don&#39;t spend hours applying for jobs that never reply to your applications.
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<content><![CDATA[Don&#39;t spend hours applying for jobs that never reply to your applications. Never let your age, background, career confusion for any other reason stop you from getting the job you want. 

We have been helping people, just like you, find the RIGHT JOB by providing personalised ongoing support and assistance since 1991. 

But don&rsquo;t take our word for it&hellip;listen to what others have to say:

&ldquo;I had received a huge number of rejections and I was sceptical that you could help, but soon after starting your program I realised the service you offer is nothing but professional&rdquo;

&ldquo;With my non-English speaking background I was apprehensive, but it worked for me.  My advice to someone wanting a job is to do what you say, and it will work for them too&rdquo;

&ldquo;As a mature age job seeker, it was not easy for me.  Your caring, professional approach, 24/7 support and follow-up kept me focused to get on with my job search&rdquo;

&ldquo;Career change was impossible until I was introduced to your structured program&rdquo;

You can be happy and satisfied too.  Phone 1800 245 380

A lot of people tend to think, &ldquo;I don&rsquo;t need help with my job search, I can land a job on my own.&rdquo; But the truth is, job search today is SO different from what people think it is. 

It&rsquo;s not applying to every job you think you&rsquo;re qualified for and hope you get a call. It&rsquo;s not waiting on recruiters and hiring managers to reach out to you for opportunities. And, it&rsquo;s not settling for the first offer you get.

The days of having a passive job search strategy are over. Now, it&rsquo;s time for you to take control of your job search!

Get a better job faster with ACMA programs providing:


	A structured program and proven career coaching system involving a completely different approach to job search and career development based on research and analysis 
	Help to get you totally clear on your career objective/pathway
	Thorough preparation for the career transition or job search
	Guidance (24/7) through proven job search methodologies/strategies including the latest Emotional Intelligence (EI), Rapid Pathway Molding (RPM), Narrative Therapy (NT), Cognitive Information Processing (CIP) &amp; Prior Learning Assessment Recognition (PLAR) techniques
	Profile differentiating your unique qualities and skills from others; with a complete portfolio of &quot;self-marketing&quot; techniques, tools and methods
	Evidence-based assistance to land you the RIGHT job sooner, with maximum remuneration
	Development of a long-term plan for ongoing career management including retraining and/or upskilling options
	Personalised support through the challenging or discouraging moments, including salary negotiation
	Coaching (24/7) through all stages such as networking, interviewing, negotiating, psychometric testing, finding hidden jobs and more...
	Highly effective tools and resources needed for career transition success (now and into the future), plus developing your all-important online digital and social media profiles
	Learn how to recession-proof your career for the long term
	Be personally case managed by Australia&#39;s leading career management consultants


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<pubDate>18 Nov 2020 09:39:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Employee career management program]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Research shows that career management and development is one of the major perks sort by today&#39;s employees.
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<content><![CDATA[In today&rsquo;s modern workplace companies and organisations must lead and develop their workforce in order to maximise their return from this major resource. 

To ignore training and career development is simply &ldquo;bad business management&rdquo;, leading to staff turnover, disconnect and lack of a team vision. In this time and age, mobility is hardly confined to being &ldquo;upwards&rdquo;. Career advancements could be sideways and mean cross-functional forays, or even across geographies. But what talent mobility does for organisations remains the same: it can do everything from fill skills gaps to develop future leaders.

Well-being based workplace practices and career interventions can improve mental health, sustainable employment, an organisation&#39;s productivity and profitability.

Training and career development are two separate components of workplace learning, and it is career development that is often neglected; however, one compliments the other in a dynamic and interdependent workplace strategy.

The Employee Career Management program is tailored to both the organisation&rsquo;s objectives and the individual&rsquo;s aspirations, marrying them into a satisfied and focused employee equipped with the knowledge and tools to actively contribute to the corporate and common good.

Internal career development of current employees can be a rich source of talent, and also provide an excellent opportunity to increase employee engagement.

Career development is vital for employees to understand their potential value to the organisation and/or industry sector.  Building 3, 5 and 10-year career plans develop a vision that enables career pathways to be built and provide for better workforce resource planning.  Individual employees and human resource managers can then plan for additional training or qualifications needed to fulfil these career plans, and therefore ensure an ongoing supply of skilled people ready to be utilised as needed.

It is not all about hard skills.  The current team-based workplace thrives on employees with good soft skills, and this applies to all levels of personnel.  In this 21st century, people, in general, are better educated, more complex and demand a sophisticated level of interaction with peers, managers and customers.

The Employee Career Management program addresses both hard and soft skills, with EI (Emotional Intelligence) being a critical component.  A highly skilled employee (any level) with poor EI can be a disaster in a team environment, which is manifest in recent cases of bullying, stress and other ailments that afflict the current workplace.

The good news is that EI skills can be learned.  Once identified as an area of concern in the initial assessment process (or perhaps noted by a concerned HR manager) strategies can be designed to address an employee&rsquo;s emotional intelligence and general interaction within the workplace, often with overflow benefits into the person&rsquo;s personal relationships.

The Employee Career Management program is holistic in assisting the total person, not simply improving a set of skills.  This assists not only the individual but also the organisation can avoid workplace problems that can adversely affect productivity and at worst, result in litigation etc.

Providing career resources is not an employee perk. It is a deliberate strategy to guide individual aspirations and personal skill-building in a direction that is most beneficial to the enterprise. Many career initiatives arise from poor employee engagement scores (employees rate their company poorly on career opportunities) as a strong contributing reason for losing key talent. But organisations that have deliberately focused on career and career conversations have seen improvements beyond just survey scores and retention. &iuml;&raquo;&iquest;&iuml;&raquo;&iquest;&iuml;&raquo;&iquest;&iuml;&raquo;&iquest;&iuml;&raquo;&iquest;&iuml;&raquo;&iquest;

Using intensive career management techniques, employees learn to understand themselves, their skills, personality and potential&hellip;more importantly, they develop an understanding of their value to the company, organisation and sector.

People actually want to contribute and perform well in their jobs.  The confusion occurs when they lack an understanding of the prospects with their employer and have little or no concept of their career pathway in the foreseeable future.

If employers are able to address career management within their organisation, that&#39;s a strategy to show prospective employees, and current employees, that there&#39;s a future within the organisation; the individual wants to be able to grow and develop and contribute more, and by taking a career management approach, the employer can support that both through the career management structures that HR might put in place and then through the support of managers who are the ones having career conversations with their staff.

The Employee Career Management program will give employees the vision and competencies to grow professionally and personally.  The ACMA career management consultant becomes a mentor to ensure that the corporate goals of the program are achieved within the context of facilitating both career and personal growth of all participating employees.

Empowered employees are productive employees!

A recent report from Deloitte clearly states &quot;focusing on career management will give your company endurance and agility.&quot;

The introduction of a well-being career counselling, intervention and planning program as part of the annual review process can be a &quot;low key&quot; approach with &quot;high buy-in&quot; results.  Organisations need healthy, productive and engaged employees.

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert, personalised coaching.

Employee Career Management program summary

Each person is individually assisted by a senior career management consultant who is a registered practitioner with the Career Development Association of Australia and holds post-graduate qualifications in Career Guidance Management. The consultant will support the participant throughout the entire program in a dedicated 1 on 1 relationship.

Stage 1


	Self-paced program with unlimited contacts/sessions and/or length of the program (tailored specifically to each participants career objectives, personality, skills, needs and in the language of their own choosing)
	Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support service throughout the program
	Delivered via our interactive online &quot;Career Talk&quot; career management system and &ldquo;face to face&rdquo; as required (refer to &ldquo;Note&rdquo; below)
	Work from the comfort of the participant&rsquo;s workplace or home interacting with the consultant 24/7 Australia wide
	24/7 toll-free 1800 number Hotline support service Australia wide
	The initial detailed assessment process to identify unique skills, personality traits, career aspirations/pathways, personal values and possible re-training options
	A written report and psychometric assessment showing potential occupations, sectors and target market organisations Australia wide
	CV (crafted by a professional resume writer)
	Multi-faceted Action Plan designed to ensure a highly effective job search process
	LinkedIn profile development


Stage 2


	Full job search training, with weekly reviews, task setting and support
	Coaching on application procedures including letters and online job applications
	Selection Criteria training for public sector positions
	Hidden job market focus (connecting directly with hiring managers and recruiters in the participant&rsquo;s target market)&hellip;70% of jobs are never advertised
	Networking skills and techniques
	Assistance in approaching and using recruiters Australia wide


Stage 3


	Detailed interview training involving written preparation, mock interviews and follow up
	Salary negotiation assistance and employment contract perusal
	Psychometric test preparation and training
	12 months mentoring after starting in a new job to assist in settling into any new workplace
	Plus any other coaching, goal setting or specific strategies that may be needed to achieve a successful and timely career transition


Note:


	Face to face support sessions delivered in our CBD offices, plus unlimited interactive online support and 24/7 telephone hotline service
	Outside CBD offices, unlimited interactive online support and 24/7 telephone hotline service
	On-site attendance by special arrangement
	Temporary &quot;Onsite Career Centres&quot; can be set up where multiple employees are involved


Read More information

Click Contact us now to complete a CORPORATE ENQUIRY form to receive a detailed information kit

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

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<content><![CDATA[It is not easy, but it is possible.

The words &quot;new job or career transition&quot; easily roll off the tongue, from then on it becomes very complex...particularly once you pass the &quot;magic fifty&quot;.

Career transition is about getting a &quot;good outcome&quot; not simply finding a new job...people often confuse the two. It&#39;s about moving into a completely new sector or occupation and certainly involves challenging your personal comfort zone.

Professional assessment and intensive research are required to identify current transferable skills, or to develop a strategy to gain the necessary skills and additional qualifications.

Identifying companies that are openly receptive to older workers is also a critical consideration.

As previously stated career transition for older workers is a complex process to get right and may require a number of steps over a period of time to properly finalise. Specialised career and strategy planning to effectively manage the process is the key to a successful outcome.

It can be a highly rewarding life-transforming journey or a disaster...it all depends on how you manage your career transition and related processes.

Let an (over fifty) ACMA career consultant assist you to obtain a great career transition as easy as possible!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<description><![CDATA[Career choice should be based on detailed research and analysis methodologies...not a &quot;hit and miss, give it a go&quot; approach.
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<content><![CDATA[Career choice should be based on detailed research and analysis methodologies...not a &quot;hit and miss, give it a go&quot; approach.

It is common for people from any background or age group to have little or no concept of what job or career pathways are suitable for them.

Career assessment is the key to achieving excellent career outcomes...

With thousands of positions available across multiple sectors, where do you start?  How can you personally analyse this vast amount of data and decide on your perfect career match (you probably have more chance of winning Tattslotto)?

ACMA offers the solution, with its holistic Advanced Vocational Assessment program suitable for anyone aged 18 to 65.

From the comfort of your home or workplace, and under the care of your own personal career management consultant, you will be directly guided through a &ldquo;blended learning process&rdquo; consisting of online assessments and personalised advice and interpretation.

Good career choices are based on a combination of factors and relevant employment data.  No use moving into a job in a declining sector.

Detailed analysis and collaboration with your consultant will clarify many issues and open the door to career opportunities and occupational awareness.

Ongoing discussions and examination of career options, plus two written reports are all part of the journey of discovery that your career consultant will guide you through.

The jobs and career opportunities are out there right NOW&hellip;it&rsquo;s just that most people lack awareness of the &ldquo;big wide world of work&rdquo;.

What are the big five personality traits?

The easiest way to remember them is to use the acronym &quot;OCEAN&quot;, says Nick Haslam, Professor of psychology at the University of Melbourne.


	Openness is the tendency to be open to new ideas, imaginative, curious and creative, Professor Haslam says. People who score high in openness are often interested in creative pursuits.
	Conscientiousness is about having attention to detail and a good work ethic, says Eliroma Gardiner, a personality researcher at Griffith University. People who score highly in conscientiousness tend to want to get things done on time, the proper way and tend to follow rules. If you prefer to disregard rules and do things your own way, you&#39;d likely score lower here.
	Extraversion is the trait most associated with those who like to be the life of the party, those people who really enjoy socialising and spending time with others, Dr Gardiner says. If you&#39;d prefer to snuggle up with a good book by yourself rather than head to the pub, you&#39;re likely to score lower on extraversion.
	Agreeableness, like extraversion, is about interpersonal style. People who score highly on agreeableness tend to be warm, trusting, kind and cooperative, Professor Haslam says. They tend to adjust to others, rather than forcing their own ways on them.
	Neuroticism is simply about how likely you are to feel negative emotions, like anxiety, sadness, anger, envy and jealousness. People who score highly on neuroticism tend to experience a lot of these negative emotions, while people who score lower tend to be more emotionally stable and calm.


The ACMA career assistance program is based on a detailed initial career assessment process, built around the seven steps you need to work through to find your next career move and some likely moves after that. But it offers more than that. If you apply the Seven Steps effectively you can design and create the life you want to live.

The Seven Steps incorporate the four foundation areas of traditional career development best practice, which are:


	Self-awareness - learning about yourself in relation to work
	Opportunity-awareness - learning about the world of work and your options
	Decision making - learning to make career decisions and goals
	Transition skills - implementing career decisions and managing work transitions.


Here is an overview of the Seven Steps:



Client - Career Consultant

What to expect when working with your ACMA career consultant!

Your consultant is committed to being trustworthy, respectful, friendly, down-to-earth, well prepared, and focused on your needs.

To get the very best result for yourself it is important to approach your career situation as a partnership between yourself and the consultant. The nature of this working alliance is highlighted in the table below.

Consultant&#39;s Role/Client&#39;s Role


	CONSULTANT: will create a safe, supportive, and enjoyable atmosphere
	CLIENT: should enjoy the process!
	CONSULTANT: will provide comprehensive career development and/or job search process
	CLIENT: should be committed to working through the process and take responsibility for your final choices
	CONSULTANT: will ask questions that stimulate self-awareness and listen carefully
	CLIENT: should reflect deeply before, during and after counselling or workshop sessions and say what you really think and feel
	CONSULTANT: will provide observations, ideas, strategies, and resources
	CLIENT: should do the personal work and set tasks before and after sessions and be ready to consider new ideas
	CONSULTANT: will provide appropriate career assessments and computer-based tools, and assist you in interpreting the results
	CLIENT: should thoughtfully explore new information - you are the final authority on yourself, not a test


Clients should be aware that it is normal for many people to try to avoid the anxiety of their responsibility for choosing their own career path. Some do this by letting parents, teachers, friends, or employers decide for them. The normal outcome of this career trap is a work-life that may suit these other people but not you.

It is important for you to listen and learn from others but to make your own career decisions in the end. Formal written career assessment tests are useful for increasing self-awareness and suggesting a list of possible options to consider but there is no test that can tell you exactly what you should do. There are too many factors that only you can identify and weigh up. This is now widely recognised by career consultants who are up-to-date in the field.

Hence, our aim is to help you find your own answers! The resources, individual counselling, and unique Seven Module program we utilise not only enable you to choose your next career step but also empower you to make better career decisions throughout your life. We would rather teach you to fish than just give you your fish for today.

We provide the resources, strategies and support to enable YOU to discover and create your ideal career-life! All based on your initial career assessment and related ACMA strategies, plus up to date employment market trends, research and analysis.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE 




ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<content><![CDATA[Your new career pathway is ready for you NOW!

The world of work is rapidly changing and will be almost unrecognisable by 2030.  To maintain your relevance to the workforce of tomorrow, everyone will need to regularly retrain and/or upskill.

Professional assistance to research and identify the correct retraining or upskilling options and career pathways is essential.  Get it wrong and you may not have a job, career or income in the not too distant future.

ACMA&#39;s Advanced Vocational Assessment program is the ideal solution to managing your near term career needs and pathways by providing two detailed reports of actions and options available to you...don&#39;t wait until it is too late and opportunities have bypassed you.

Whilst there are many study options on the internet, how do you know what is the best or most relevant to your career future.  Be wary of universities, TAFE&#39;s and RTO&#39;s selling certificate, diploma or degree courses.  Unfortunately, many of these organisations are simply &quot;fee driven&quot; and in our experience will tell prospective students virtually anything to sign them up.

Many students have paid thousands of dollars to complete a course only to ultimately find that there are very limited job opportunities available...if any (&quot;I wish I had known that four years ago&quot; is their common lament).

ACMA&#39;s Module 1 Assessment process is very detailed and will take most people a week to complete (online).  Nevertheless, once a client has completed these assessments, we then have a thorough knowledge and understanding of the person covering skills, competencies, education, experience, work history, strengths, weaknesses, aspirations, career goals, personal circumstances, personality and much more...

A client recently said, &quot;You are so good at knowing a person&quot;.

Let an ACMA qualified career consultant personally assist you to make GOOD retraining decisions by:


	Identifying jobs of the future
	Looking at industry and regional trends
	Nominating suitable courses and relevant training
	Recommending realistic career options


Don&#39;t walk blindly into the future...as it is YOUR FUTURE AT STAKE!

Note: Corporate options available

Get a better job faster with ACMA&#39;s career transition programs providing:


	A structured program and proven career coaching system involving a completely different approach to job search and career development based on research and analysis 
	Help to get you totally clear on your career objective/pathway
	Thorough preparation for the career transition or job search
	Guidance (24/7) through proven job search methodologies/strategies including the latest Emotional Intelligence (EI), Rapid Pathway Molding (RPM), Narrative Therapy (NT), Cognitive Information Processing (CIP) &amp; Prior Learning Assessment Recognition (PLAR) techniques
	Profile differentiating your unique qualities and skills from others; with a complete portfolio of &quot;self-marketing&quot; techniques, tools and methods
	Evidence-based assistance to land you the RIGHT job sooner, with maximum remuneration
	Development of a long-term plan for ongoing career management including retraining and/or upskilling options
	Personalised support through the challenging or discouraging moments, including salary negotiation
	Coaching (24/7) through all stages such as networking, interviewing, negotiating, psychometric testing, finding hidden jobs and more...
	Highly effective tools and resources needed for career transition success (now and into the future), plus developing your all-important online digital and social media profiles
	Learn how to recession-proof your career for the long term
	Be personally case managed by Australia&#39;s leading career management consultants


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<description><![CDATA[Feeling defeated by an unresponsive and cruel process?
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<content><![CDATA[Feeling defeated by an unresponsive and cruel process?

Job search is like a horse race...except that there is no prize for coming second!

Appoint a good trainer (career coach) today or you will rarely be a winner.

ACMA provides a full JOB SEARCH process that works with people until they are placed into their next position...with no limitations on length or intensity of support required.

With our advanced technology, job search strategies and national job market intelligence we assist clients throughout Australia/NZ to get the job they want...it is a complex task to get right. It&rsquo;s never too late to reignite your job search &ndash; as long as you have the right resources and professional support!

A lot of people tend to think, &ldquo;I don&rsquo;t need help with my job search, I can land a job on my own.&rdquo; But the truth is, job search today is SO different than what people think it is. 

It&rsquo;s not applying to every job you think you&rsquo;re qualified for and hope you get a call. It&rsquo;s not waiting on recruiters and hiring managers to reach out to you for opportunities. And, it&rsquo;s not settling for the first offer you get.

The days of having a passive job search strategy are over. Now, it&rsquo;s time for you to take control of your job search!

Let ACMA provide you with a complete job search process and a comprehensive set of in-depth resources that you cannot obtain anywhere else. We will assist to shorten any job search with SUPPORT and RESOURCES that only our clients can access.

Get a better job faster with ACMA&#39;s JOB SEARCH career coaching program providing:


	A structured job search program and proven job search career coaching system involving a completely different approach to job search and career development based on research and analysis 
	Help to get you totally clear on your career objective/pathway
	Thorough preparation for the career transition or job search
	Job search guidance (24/7) through proven job search methodologies/strategies including the latest Emotional Intelligence (EI), Rapid Pathway Molding (RPM), Narrative Therapy (NT), Cognitive Information Processing (CIP) &amp; Prior Learning Assessment Recognition (PLAR) techniques
	Profile differentiating your unique qualities and skills from others; with a complete portfolio of &quot;self-marketing&quot; job search techniques, tools and methods
	Evidence-based job search assistance to land you the RIGHT job sooner, with maximum remuneration
	Development of a long-term plan for ongoing job searching including retraining and/or upskilling options
	Personalised support through the challenging or discouraging moments, including salary negotiation
	Job search coaching (24/7) through all stages such as networking, interviewing, negotiating, psychometric testing, finding hidden jobs and more...
	Highly effective job search tools and resources needed for job search success (now and into the future), plus developing your all-important online digital and social media profiles
	Learn how to recession-proof your career for the long term
	Be personally case managed by Australia&#39;s leading job search consultants


ACMA creates successful career-paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All job search program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<content><![CDATA[A successful job search is built on structure.

If you are like most people already partway through your working life, you will have spent much more time doing a job than looking for a career. Initially, the prospect of reviewing your career, developing career options and then searching for opportunities and attending interviews can be daunting.

The purpose of this article is to put forward some practical hints to job hunting, to explain what action is involved, and to make sure you are aware of other sources of information and help, public and private, which could be useful to you.

To be successful in your job hunt you should tackle it the same way as you would any other task. That means you should start by defining your problem based on research and analysis.

Then you can identify possible courses of action and decide which to take. Once you have embarked on a particular course you will need to assess and review regularly how effective it has been and change direction if things are not turning out as planned.

Consider investing in a professional career coach/consultant to assist you throughout this vital and complex process!

Motivation and attitudes

You must understand the difficulty of the task you are embarking on and realise that it will require a great deal of hard work, dedication and tenacity.

You must accept the fact that finding a new position or career is a full-time job in itself. Jobs are to be found and success will be yours if you set about this in a business-like way and if you work at it methodically and diligently as you worked in your past job. When you accept that your job hunt is going to be very demanding you will start off on the right foot.

It may be demanding, but you can have a lot of fun along the way. You will meet new people and see new places of work.

Checkpoint list on termination of employment

1. Relationship with your present Company

If it is humanly possible never leave your existing firm on bad terms. It is worth the effort to smooth over difficulties with Senior Executives even if this is the main reason for leaving.

2. Resignation

&quot;Never shut one door till another door is open&quot; Do not resign unless you have an alternative position to go to. Begin to market yourself as soon as you are sure that you wish to leave your present employment.

3. Redundancy

If you are being made redundant make sure that you receive at least the minimum legal requirements with regard to termination allowance, holiday pay, superannuation and any other funds. Register for unemployment benefits as these take some weeks to come through, and the regular payments may be a help to you during the period of your job hunt. Insist that your firm pay the full cost of Professional Outplacement Services.

4. References

Obtain references and a Letter of Service stating your job specifications and areas of responsibility and experience.

Telephone referees are the most likely outcome as many firms now forbid their staff from giving written references (don&#39;t be personally offended by this).

Hidden job market

Most people can come up with 25-50 names at first, and then they will gradually remember dozens more as time goes on. These are your primary contacts, the ones you know directly. They do not have to be people who have job openings, but rather, they become part of your communication system, your publicity agents and your information sources.

More important, some of them will give you the names of their business contacts, which could provide you entree to your target companies.  These secondary contacts form a bridge for you to get to see the decision-makers in your target companies.

This is a much more potent way of soliciting interviews than writing letters or even meeting recruiters.  The decision-makers will often be aware of their human resources needs long before an official job vacancy is declared...you are now tapping into the &quot;hidden job market&quot;. 

Linked networks ARE USUALLY THE MOST EFFECTIVE SOURCE OF JOB OPPORTUNITIES.

Studies consistently show that the biggest contributor to career success is having an OPEN NETWORK.  In other words, people who connect with others will enjoy much better career prospects.

Using LinkedIn now forms the core to your job hunting, and as with your resume, it needs to be developed to the highest professional standards.

Personal contacts and their importance

It is absolutely vital that you use your personal contacts to the fullest advantage to help you in your job search. These may include:

Former superiors

Former subordinates

Senior executives in other companies

People who have been your clients or customers

Former suppliers or people who you have been a customer of

Personal contacts at seminars or functions

Social friends

It is impossible to overstate the importance of using the contacts you will have from your business and personal life. A successful job campaign is more than just finding a job - it is about finding a job that suits you.

Many people are reluctant to use their existing contacts, but this is not the time for modesty or embarrassment in letting others become involved in your job hunt.

You should compile a list of personal contacts and then send an email with your CV attached. Most personal contacts only know you in a certain way and do not know the total you. Telephone follow-up is the most important. These contacts should be as meaningful as possible by involving the people concerned in your job hunting plans. For instance, give them all the facts and information about yourself, ask them for names, contacts, suggestions or any information that could be of help to you.

You could be very pleasantly surprised at how successful this will be. Many of our clients have been offered a job through this method of using personal contacts.

The primary resource during the job hunt is people

One of your most precious resources during a job hunt is people. You may have some strong feelings about &quot;using people&quot; and you may be reluctant to ask for help. After you complete your job hunt, however, you will realise that the majority of the information which led you to your final destination came from people.

Technology is great for research and connecting, however never forget that at the end of any recruitment process there is a real live person or persons making the final hiring decision.


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All job search program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<content><![CDATA[What is the most important document in any person&rsquo;s job search?

Perhaps it is your resume, LinkedIn profile or application letter&hellip;

The answer is your ACTION PLAN.

Having a great resume and other job search resources is useless unless they are used effectively to gain access to job opportunities, receive interview invitations and ultimately land your perfect job.

You cannot build a house without a detailed set of plans, and similarly to build a results-oriented job search you need a strategic Action Plan.

So what are the major components of an Action Plan?  Using the SMART goals (SPECIFIC, MEASURABLE, ATTAINABLE, RELEVANT, TIME BOUND) a targeted Action Plan can be built, bearing in mind that a mature job search consists of a broad range of activities and is not focused only on a couple of actions.

Actions may be built around the following headings and then broken down into specific tasks

Print media

Industry publications

Online job boards

Detailed record keeping

Connections

Networking

Industry-specific job sites

Informational interviews

Direct action

Target marketing

Recruiters

Weekly reviews

In most cases a job search is a long term exercise that is easily derailed by outside pressures, so a well-crafted Action Plan will keep you focused on the task that is really a &ldquo;full-time job&rdquo; &hellip;a job search it is not a holiday.

Measuring the success of each job search activity needs to be viewed over the longer term as it often takes time to start getting results.

Patience, resilience and self-discipline are key components to any successful job search and this is where a well-designed Action Plan can put structure into any job search.

Remember that your Action Plan will hold you accountable and able to measure your success against a pre-determined set of goals.  Nothing like &ldquo;a bit of accountability to keep people motivated&rdquo;!

A good Action Plan is also a living document that can be added to once the initial actions have been accomplished, or modified if necessary as additional workplace intelligence is gathered.

At the heart of any successful job search is an Action Plan&hellip;a fundamental document that cannot be ignored.

&quot;Every time you have to make a choice about anything, think does this go toward or away from what I want?  Always choose what goes toward what you want.&quot; - Barbara Sher


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<title><![CDATA[Jobs in demand NOW]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[List of jobs in demand NOW
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<content><![CDATA[Contact ACMA any time to discuss employment opportunities in these growing occupations, or others that may attract you.  


	Nursing-All roles
	Warehousing, Storage &amp; Distribution
	Aged &amp; Disability Support
	Automotive Trades
	Administrative Assistants
	Sales Representatives / Consultants
	Physiotherapy, OT &amp; Rehabilitation
	Childcare &amp; Outside School Hours Care
	Chefs / Cooks
	Retail Assistants
	Developers / Programmers
	Mining - Engineering &amp; Maintenance
	Labourers
	Road Transport
	Psychology, Counselling &amp; Social Work
	Dental
	Child Welfare, Youth &amp; Family Services
	Plant &amp; Machinery Operators
	Business / Systems Analysts
	Mining &ndash; Operations


While this demand will give some good news to the Australians who are unemployed, the demand for workers is not universal due to the differing levels of post COVID19 recovery seen across states and territories.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<title><![CDATA[Career Confusion]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[In today&rsquo;s highly skilled workforce and unemployment there lurks a hidden problem that is costing the Australian economy possibly billions of dollars annually in lost productivity and individual opportunity.
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<content><![CDATA[In today&rsquo;s highly skilled workforce and unemployment there lurks a hidden problem that is costing the Australian economy possibly billions of dollars annually in lost productivity and individual opportunity.

&ldquo;Career Confusion&rdquo; afflicts all sectors of the workforce and all levels of participation. The most common statements career counsellors hear today is &ldquo;I don&rsquo;t know what to do next! I am unhappy with my current job! What can I do to change my career? Can someone help me to understand myself and my skills?&rdquo; All this equates to a significant section of the workforce who are underperforming or do not understand how to maximise their career opportunities.

Round pegs in square holes is a well-known expression that summarises the career confusion epidemic that has no regard for educational, social or professional status and more importantly to the Australian economy, remains unmeasured and ignored by educators, governments and peak employer bodies.

Career development has become an individual responsibility over the last decade with career planning and ongoing professional development critical to the holistic career health of each person. So who amongst us can confidently state that they know exactly where their career is going and that they are both satisfied and fully understand their career options? Not many would be my experience as a career counsellor since 1996.

Career confusion can affect any age group with numerous school leavers having no real career direction which they then carry into their adulthood as unsatisfied workers who will never reach their full emotional and financial potentials.

Career counsellors are an important link between people, their careers and a productive workforce. It is extremely satisfying for a career counsellor to work with a client through many twists and turns to ultimately witness them become aware of who they are, what they can offer and the exciting career opportunities that abound in this time of strong economic growth and skills shortages across most sectors.

To assist clients suffering from career confusion, career counsellors use a range of interviews and tests to identify each person&rsquo;s unique qualities and needs. A broad range of tests gives the best result that then enables the client to understand themselves in a way that they have probably never previously been aware of.

These techniques apply to all types of people, from any level, age group or workplace background.

ACMA uses a simple formula on each client to establish the foundation for their career transition:

S + C + P = N

 


	
		
			
			Skills
			
			
			Mechanical
			
		
		
			
			Competencies
			
			
			Aircraft maintenance
			
		
		
			
			Personality
			
			
			Driver/Supporter
			
		
		
			
			Needs
			
			Jetstar recruiting aircraft (avionics) engineers
		
	


 

Need is very important because many people suffering from career confusion often have qualifications or experience in jobs that are in a contracting sector of the economy, or have selected a position that is totally unsuitable for their personality. In career counselling, it is important to only point clients in a direction that has growth, opportunity and that matches their personal values.

The employment market has grown highly competitive and sophisticated. Inadequate preparation results in lost opportunities, frustration and rejection.

People often settle for less with a resultant loss in income, job satisfaction and career path.


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns Auckland offices.

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<title><![CDATA[Career Clarity]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[It is a never-ending human trait to want to know the future, what will happen to you, your family and your friends. Will I be happy or sad? How long will I live? And so on...
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<content><![CDATA[It is a never-ending human trait to want to know the future, what will happen to you, your family and your friends. Will I be happy or sad? How long will I live? And so on...

Most aspects of our lives we have very little control over which often causes anxiety and apprehension. However, our career is one aspect where we can take positive action today to ensure that good things happen tomorrow (or at least have a high chance of occurring).

Your career is one of the few areas of life where a person can initiate actions, take control and enjoy the good career outcomes of this fundamentally important part of a person&rsquo;s existence, now and into the future.

Nothing is guaranteed in life, but with a professional assessment and help, plus research and planning most people can build a solid foundation for future career growth and consequent personal fulfilment.

So what is this state of mind called? &ldquo;Career Clarity&rdquo; and it can be yours anytime you decide to take the necessary steps to consolidate and grow your career. This applies equally to senior management and factory floor personnel, across all industry sectors, occupations and regions&hellip;in other words, it applies to you.

Clearly knowing where you want your career to go is the first step in what is often a complex but rewarding personal journey.

As a career counsellor/career management consultant since 1996, I have assisted thousands of people with their pathway to discovery and clarity. There are predictable milestones, initiatives and indicators that are applicable to all people irrespective of background etc. All that is needed is personal motivation to maximise your career opportunities&hellip;it all starts and finishes with you.

Let me set out a case study that illustrates a typical career discovery pathway:

&ldquo;Bob was a 35-year-old sales representative at an import/export company, and he was becoming frustrated at his lack of understanding of his next career move. 

After an intensive assessment, it was discovered that he would really like the company manager&rsquo;s job but had no idea how to get there. I got Bob to investigate the manager&rsquo;s career path over the last twenty years and to develop a chart showing the manager&rsquo;s progress to his current position.

Bob found out that the manager had worked in all aspects of the business, and in his late 30&rsquo;s had completed a Bachelor of Business degree (part-time) and then succeed the previous manager almost 10 years ago.

So I said to Bob that if your career progress mimicked your manager then this should be a fairly good guide on how to fulfil your ambition.&rdquo;

Bingo!&hellip;CAREER CLARITY had been attained!

Having a plan and a vision is essential and open to anybody. Being clear about your goals and how to achieve them should be the guiding principle for all career-focused people.

There is underlying predictability about any career pathway and it is one of the few areas of life that can be traced and replicated.

Copious research material exists that support the above proposition that &ldquo;Career Clarity&rdquo; is both essential for career development and readily available to all motivated workforce participants.

Career clarity by itself will not advance your career, however, it is the first stepping stone in the right direction.


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Career Management in the AI era.]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[CAREER MANAGEMENT in today&rsquo;s workplace is essential for any career-focused person&hellip;ignore it at your own peril in the AI era.
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<content><![CDATA[CAREER MANAGEMENT in today&rsquo;s workplace is essential for any career-focused person&hellip;ignore it at your own peril in the AI era.

The world of work and career success has changed dramatically over the last 15 years and bears little resemblance to previous times. This change continues at a rapid pace&hellip;so if you fail to keep up with change and innovation, you are probably headed for a very disappointing career future. What you do today directly influences your career options in 5, 10 and 20 years&#39; time, so carefully managing your career development NOW is vital for your career health in the short and longer terms.

In years gone by career management was viewed as the responsibility of the employer, not the employee (worker). However, it is now the opposite with career management now being YOUR responsibility. Many people view this as being a great opportunity to take control of their own destiny and career development and avoid the &ldquo;promotion by death or retirement&rdquo; focus belonging to the last century.

Statistics show that most people will have on average six career changes during their lifetime, with some of these being enforced and others by choice. Irrespective of the reason not being prepared is like not having insurance on your house&hellip;very dumb. So career management can be viewed as an insurance policy on your future career options and personal prosperity.

How do I start? What should I do? I am overwhelmed by all of this!

Appoint a qualified professional career manager (consultant/coach/counsellor) to advise and guide you to ensure that you are being effective in your career planning and future career directions: Click contact us is a good starting point.

Ongoing professional development is one of the three key drivers of good career management. Every person needs to keep abreast of current industry trends, developments and changes. Annually you need to complete courses, training and attend seminars to maintain the relevance of your knowledge and expertise. Thinking that your degree/qualification obtained 10 -20 years ago still has currency is simply na&iuml;ve in today&rsquo;s highly competitive employment market. (If you think this is all too hard, costly and does not fit your lifestyle then your career prospects look grim).

The second key driver to good career management is networking. Join industry bodies and/or clubs, attend annual conventions, assist others in your circle of connections to develop their careers, socialize with strategic colleagues both within your organisation and competitor companies. Maintain contact with people in your network, do not let these connections wither; nourish them because they are vitally important to your next career move.

The final key driver to good career management put simply is &ldquo;knowledge is power&rdquo;, we all know that. So continually gather intelligence on market movers, those hiring, expanding (contracting) and keep accurate file notes easily recalled when needed. Opportunities often occur when least expected so being continually prepared with current expertise, qualifications and insider knowledge is critical to your career development.

People often think that (the above) does not apply to them, their occupation or industry sector. WRONG, it applies equally to the shop floor worker, the operator, manager or CEO. If you want to avoid career stagnation or worse it is up to you to take the initiative. It is a hard cruel world out there in employer land (just ask someone who has been retrenched) and the only person looking after you is YOU!

Apart from providing you with &ldquo;career insurance&rdquo; career management can be fun. Meeting people of like mind, helping others (who in turn will help you) and engaging in an active life are all part of a balanced and rewarding career journey.


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Immigration Employment]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[The White Australia Policy is not dead - it is part of everyday life for many job hunters. Although the first and second-generation immigrants account for more than 40 per cent of the Australian population, the high unemployment rate for immigrants is a good indication that old habits and prejudices die hard.
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<content><![CDATA[Some advice for Immigrants seeking Employment!

The White Australia Policy is not dead - it is part of everyday life for many job hunters. Although the first and second-generation immigrants account for more than 40 per cent of the Australian population, the high unemployment rate for immigrants is a good indication that old habits and prejudices die hard.

Some recruitment consultants openly and bluntly admit that immigrants, mainly from South East Asia and India with the same qualifications as their Australian counterparts do not even have a look in at the moment.  Employers select people with whom they feel they can relate, and in many cases, a candidate&rsquo;s resume is dismissed because of the foreign-sounding name.

Some employers realise that most immigrants have good skills and a very high work ethic and abuse that fact. Most immigrants are keen to work hard and are committed to their jobs, which leaves them open to exploitation.

Before we look at the guerilla tactics that could be used to overcome these problems, let&#39;s define the criteria that make you a minority. At the first level, two things are obvious. The colour of your skin and your accent. Your background comes next, with details such as your nationality, age, the schools and universities you attended, your family background etc. These are less important and can be concealed.

Increasing diversity in Australian society is often not reflected in the workforce of many Australian companies, this being partly caused by Human Resource managers implicitly seeking for individuals with the right &ldquo;fit&rdquo; and not so much seeking to actively diversify organisational cultures; increased wariness of foreigners in an increasingly multicultural environment; lack of experience in intercultural/cross-cultural communication (causing uncomfortable communication).

Large multinational companies and increasingly government, banks and public companies are hiring diversity managers to try to remedy this situation by offering immigrant employment. At ACMA we become a culture coach to foreigners who do not know how their own cultural codes (for example modesty and hierarchical backgrounds) are perceived, and where their talents are best put to use in an unfamiliar society, and to HR managers to increase cross-cultural skills and awareness.

However, there is still a long way to go in the Australian workforce so let ACMA manage your career transition by using.......

Guerilla Tactics!

So what can be done about all this? Unfortunately, it is very hard to change people&#39;s attitudes so the only possible tactic is, &quot;If you can&#39;t beat them, join them&quot;. So here is what you should do.


	Translate all your documents, diplomas, certificates and references into English and have them verified.



	Put a lot of effort into your Resume which ACMA will do on your behalf to ensure that your presentation is at the highest standard and compliant with Australian requirements



	Strictly follow the advice and direction given by Associated Career Management Australia as they are experts in immigrant employment and helping you find your first job in Australia, and THIS EXPERTISE IS YOUR BEST CHANCE TO OBTAIN A POSITION QUICKLY!


Let ACMA assist you to break through these barriers as quickly as possible!


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

Read more information for migrant employment

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<title><![CDATA[The Great &quot;Job Search&quot; Myth]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[People experiencing enforced or voluntary workplace career change often have unrealistic expectations about the availability of a suitable position being readily accessible to them. This can quickly translate into negative feelings and a loss of confidence (all of which is completely avoidable).
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<content><![CDATA[People experiencing enforced or voluntary workplace career change often have unrealistic expectations about the availability of a suitable position being readily accessible to them. This can quickly translate into negative feelings and a loss of confidence (all of which is completely avoidable).

A job search is a search that most people have to conduct to FIND THE RIGHT JOB WITH THE RIGHT ORGANISATION. Stop and think about all the variables that need to be aligned for you to achieve this highly desirable outcome, and further consider if only one component is missing???. A job search is a complex task that requires a lot of planning, strategizing and hard work (and often a bit of luck) to achieve the best possible result.

Consider the arrogance of the following mindset: &ldquo;When I leave my job I expect that the ideal job is always there ready for me to start&rdquo;&hellip;(this is how most people approach it)... &ldquo;I finish today and in a couple of weeks I will walk straight into my ideal role&rdquo;.

It&rsquo;s a myth that needs to be recognised as a dangerous misconception and an unrealistic expectation. If you are prepared to take any old hack job then that is what you will get. On the other hand, career-focused people are selective about the position and who they work for&hellip;nothing wrong with that.

A job search is about finding the right job for you by positioning yourself to take advantage of opportunities as they arise. Accept the fact that approximately 70% of jobs are never advertised (the hidden job market) and are sourced through a number of ways. The ACMA program is focused on target marketing and connecting clients directly with people and organisations in their target market, and thereby bypassing recruiters and internet job seeker sites as much as possible.

By positioning, we mean that when a suitable job comes up in your target market then they already know of your existence, skills and qualifications for the role. Nothing mysterious about that&hellip;however, most job seekers never do it.

A successful job search takes time and systematic effort, with the ACMA program focused on doing the research and analysis needed to effectively manage your job search to ensure only &ldquo;good career choices&rdquo;.

Many job searches fail simply because people (unknowingly) go about it in the wrong way, applying for jobs listed on internet job sites and with recruiters, and then complain about the lack of response and/or positive results. The worst scenario is getting the wrong job or settling for second best when all the time missing great job opportunities that could drive their career and personal lives to really good outcomes.

The myth has been exposed&hellip;a great job search is complex, easily mismanaged and potentially personally disastrous if you get it wrong. Canny job seekers avoid these traps and connect directly with the people and organisations that need and appreciate their talents and potential.

Think about this common corporate approach (below), why they do it and how you can capitalise on this knowledge to maximise your career opportunities&hellip;

&ldquo;Paula worked as a cardiac nurse at a major metropolitan hospital and was approached by a supplier to become a technical nurse trainer for their heart pacemaker product. After extensive negotiations, she got this prestigious position, and the introducing company employee received a $4,500 bonus for introducing her to the company&hellip;this job was not advertised and her new employer never advertises positions&hellip;they simply recruit through their own introductions and connections&rdquo;&hellip; (THINK ABOUT IT)


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Career Education in Schools &amp; Universities]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[What is being taught in our Schools &amp; Universities regarding Career Development?  Read this post and find out more.
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<content><![CDATA[Primary

Considerations

Introduce awareness and competencies at a rudimentary level. Zunker (1994) lists twelve competencies involving awareness, skills and knowledge in the following areas:

Self-concept
Social interaction
Change
Benefits of education
Relationship between work and learning
Career information
Personal responsibility
Work in relation to the needs and functions of society
Decision making
Life roles
Changing male/female roles
Career planning process

Strategies

Develop both school-wide and classroom activities aimed at exposing students to different occupations, types of work and their contribution to our daily lives.

Particular emphasis should be given to infusing career-related information into all subjects eg. English.

Program Initiatives


	Develop an industry-specific Career&rsquo;s Day whereby current participants (parents and/or local business people) are invited to the school to display their equipment and skills to students in an exciting and hands-on manner eg. &ldquo;Building Industry&rdquo; &ndash; contributors such as carpenters, tilers, concreters, plumbers, designers could all be included.
	Conduct a Skills Day where the link between current skills and workplace activities is shown eg. drawing skills with art and design occupations or an interest in engines could be linked with motor mechanics.
	Teacher collects books from the library (at appropriate reading age); books that depict people in occupations. The collection is then distributed in the class, with later discussions and perhaps an essay focusing on the various jobs and skills.
	Organise a visit to a local workplace (perhaps through a parent) with preparation and follow up lessons. Emphasis the co-operation and interdependence between employers and employees. This could be a monthly event, visiting contrasting workplaces to provide a broad appreciation.
	Develop lessons focused on How Work Affects Families. Discuss how some people work different hours and that at times people may be unemployed. Explore the differences in physical and sedentary work and how this may affect parents or guardians.
	Make a display of hats worn and tools used by various kinds of workers. Discuss hats worn by firefighters, construction workers and chefs; tools such as a doctors stethoscope and a musician&rsquo;s violin. Encourage the child to select a hat or tool that represents a job that he/she would like to do.
	Develop a lesson focused on &ldquo;What particular jobs require&rdquo;. Children research (by interviewing parents and friends, using library books etc.) to find out what characteristics make people suitable for jobs.
	In Language Arts (or Study of Society) Debate: Why do people have different interests, values and skills. The teacher sets the stage by outlining what values should be discussed; why some people like to work in a team, and others prefer to work alone; why some people like to organise (supervise others); why some prefer outdoor to indoor work.


Secondary

Considerations

Careers education should be continuous and cumulative, based on a sound foundation formed in the primary education years.

There are two distinct periods in a Secondary Careers Education Program focused on acquiring the following set of competencies achieved at various stages:

Years 8-10

Self &amp; Social Awareness


	Clarifies self-concept
	Encourage students to discover their individual values, interests and abilities 
	Develops a set of values as a guide to behaviour
	Get students to explain their actions, attitudes and ethical considerations
	Exhibits a sense of independence &amp; accepts responsibility for own decisions/actions



	
		
			Self &amp; Social Awareness
		
		
			
			
				Clarifies self-concept
				Encourage students to discover their individual values, interests and abilities 
				Develops a set of values as a guide to behaviour
				Get students to explain their actions, attitudes and ethical considerations
				Exhibits a sense of independence &amp; accepts responsibility for own decisions/actions
				Develop student&rsquo;s ability to critically choose own subjects
			
			
		
	



	
		
			The World of Work
		
		
			
			
				Shows increasing knowledge of occupations, work structures/settings, life roles &amp; lifestyles
				Students need to be able to express preferences, be aware of compromises and consequences of particular career goals
				Is aware of labour market influences on employment and the possibility of unemployment
				Students display an understanding of dealing with periods of unemployment
				Is aware of options in tertiary education and training
				Skilled in considering personal suitability for particular options
			
			
		
	



	
		
			Planning &amp; Decision Making
		
		
			
			
				Assuming responsibility for own career planning &amp; formulates tentative career goals
				Students are capable of self-analysis and the world of work, enabling selection of rational career goals
				Can use decision-making process
				Students can make career-related decisions
				Can acquire occupational and educational information independently
				Students are capable of conducting research and accessing vocational information
			
			
		
	



	
		
			Implementing Decisions/Transitions
		
		
			
			
				Is able to complete applications for tertiary study/training
				Can accurately complete application forms required for tertiary study or training
				Is able to use job-search skills
				Students are skilled at planning a job search, writing application letters, completing forms and presenting at job interviews
				Is aware of changed behaviours and activities likely to accompany the transition from secondary school
				Competent in all aspects of the transition from secondary school into employment
			
			
		
	


Years 11-12


	
		
			Self &amp; Social Awareness
		
		
			
			
				Tests reality of self-concept
				Students will be able to verify their own skills &amp; preferences during work experience
				Is aware of preferred lifestyle and its possible implications in relation to career goals
				Students appreciate that compromises are needed to meet career goals
				Achieves more mature relationships with peers and older adults, and is aware of the dangers of stereotyping
				Students willingly and openly consider non-traditional occupations (providing their skills base is appropriate)
			
			
		
	



	
		
			The World of Work
		
		
			
			
				Shows increased knowledge of economic and employment structures
				Students understand the influences these factors have on their career goals
				Has detailed knowledge of career cluster and occupations relevant to own career goals
				Understands the nature of local and international labour markets
				Is aware of study paths and career paths relevant to own career goals
				Shows an awareness of the demand that these paths will involve
			
			
		
	



	
		
			Planning &amp; Decision Making
		
		
			
			
				Reformulates tentative career goals
				Ability to refine goals in relation to additional information, self-knowledge and the world of work
				Can draw up an action plan for the achievement of own educational &amp; occupational goals
				Willingly seeks counselling to confirm assumptions on which action is based
				Uses full range of informational resources to assist/enhance action plan
				Demonstrates the ability to research career information and access human resources for career information and guidance
			
			
		
	



	
		
			Implementing Decisions/Transitions
		
		
			
			
				Is informed about tertiary admission procedures
				Ability to complete detailed application documentation for tertiary entrance, scholarships, Austudy and other community support programs
				Aware of major changes likely to be encountered in the transition to tertiary education or employment
				Possess an understanding of the transition to tertiary education and/or employment, and has been resourced to cope with these significant changes
				Uses full range of informational resources to assist/enhance action plan
				Demonstrates the ability to research career information and access human resources for career information and guidance
			
			
		
	


Tertiary

Considerations

Research shows that about half of all tertiary students change their career goals whilst at a tertiary institution. Therefore a robust careers program in an institution is essential for student well being and minimising the dropout rate.

Strategies

The career program must focus on these four core objectives:


	increase students&rsquo; self-knowledge
	knowledge of the world of work
	planning and decision-making skills
	how to handle transitions


A well resourced Career Centre that features a careers library with a range of books, pamphlets on careers and professional bodies is critical to good career outcomes. The library will also contain Job Guides for every state, tertiary admission guides and university handbooks, plus information on post-graduate courses, scholarships and awards in Australia.

Program Initiatives

Provide students with access to computerised programs:

SIGI Plus
JIIG-CAL
Adult Directions
OZJAC

Provide information sheets covering the following topics:

Letters of application
Resume writing
Addressing key selection criteria
Interview skills
Telephone applications/interviews
Completing application forms
Job search techniques
General career management advice

Introduce students to various organisations involved in careers education at a tertiary level such as:

GCCA (Graduate Careers Council of Australia)
NAGCAS (National Association of Graduate Careers Advisory Service)
AAGE (Australian Association of Graduate Employers)

Introduce students to relevant websites such as:

gradlink (https://www.gradlinkprogram.com.au/)

Organise careers activities and services on the following topics:


	
	talks by employers and industry representatives
	
	
	job search skills and job search support groups
	
	
	mock interviews
	
	
	seminars conducted by recruiters and tertiary recruitment personnel
	
	
	how to access self-directed assessment instruments
	
	
	develop any other range of career services and initiatives to enhance the type of support to all students in developing their careers
	



WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Unlock your true career potential with ACMA&#39;s proven migrant career management program.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<content><![CDATA[In the words of Plato &ldquo;No two people are born exactly alike&hellip;..&rdquo;. Therefore the task of a career adviser is complimented by the use of various assessment tools, including Vocational Assessment Instruments.

There are six types of assessment tests:


	Intelligence
	Interests
	Values
	Skills
	Personality
	Computer-based


The Education and Industrial Testing Service of San Diego, California have developed three career assessment instruments encapsulating all of the above:

COPS &ndash; Career Occupational Preference System, which is an Interest Inventory and takes 20-30 minutes to complete.

CAPS &ndash; Career Ability Placement Survey, which is a battery of eight 5 minute Ability/Skills assessments.

COPES &ndash; Career Orientation Placement &amp; Evaluation Survey, which is a Values Inventory that takes 40-50 minutes to complete.

A notable feature of the COPSystem is that it indicates specific links between users and occupational groups, for each measured dimension &ndash; Interests; Abilities; Values

Australian Centre for Educational Research (ACER) has developed a range of tests focused on:


	Recruitment and Selection
	Personality Indicators
	Organisational Development
	Career Planning


Harcourt Assessment Australia &amp; New Zealand also produced a number of assessment and career planning tests and support products covering the following topics:


	General Mental Ability
	Emotional Intelligence
	Numeracy, Literacy &amp; Occupational Skills
	Occupational Personality &amp; Motivation
	Workplace counselling
	Vocational Guidance
	Job Analysis &amp; Job Stressors


The value of testing is an ongoing debate, however, it is accepted that clients need to be assessed and if used wisely vocational assessment instruments provide valuable information to the adviser.

ACMA uses a multi-part written assessment and online psychometric test, as well as personally evaluating each client. This combination has proven to ultimately provide a highly accurate profile that then enables specific advice and direction to be developed.

The formal assessment provides a reasonably accurate vehicle to identify a person&rsquo;s interests, values and abilities and consequently make informed career choices.

The overall objective of these tests is to assist clients to make more objective and rational career decisions. Accordingly, the central task of narrowing career options is assisted by assessments tests, promoting self-knowledge and self-development, plus the keys to considering various occupations.

Tests are based on the following factors:

Raw score


	score a candidate has earned for the number of correct answers


Sample population


	when comparing an individual with a group, the group are themselves a sample of a larger group called the population


Norming


	test results for a large group of previous test results (standard set of results) with which to compare current results.


Norm group


	group on which previous tests were conducted


Correlation statistically significant


	correlation of one statistic to another is the measure of how the two are related (if the relationship is perfect then the coefficient is 1.00 etc.)


Reliability


	the extent to which a set of test results are reproduced when the same test is readministered to the same group of people


Content validity


	if the test content is the same as the job for which the test is being administered


Criterion validity


	is purely empirical (you may have no logical reasoning that ability is needed, you have simply observed the connection)


Construct validity


	based on a logical, theoretical argument (in an ideal world)


Distribution


	the frequency or how often each score occurs


Normal distribution


	bell-shaped curve when measuring a wide range of things


Percentile


	position in a large group somewhere between the bottom (or 1st), to the 99th scoring as high or higher than 99%


Standard score


	set of previous results with which to compare results from the new group with


Intelligence Tests

Are an important tool to ensure that people are employed in pursuits that match their IQ level. Rex and Margaret Knight wrote in 1959:

&ldquo;Intelligence tests are employed for many practical purposes. They are of great value to the vocational psychologist, as an aid to determining the type of occupation for which an individual is best fitted. Occupational success, of course, depends on many factors besides intelligence; it depends also on special aptitudes, attainments, physical qualities, interests and character traits. But there are many occupations in which high intelligence is a prerequisite, though not a guarantee of success. A boy of no more than average intelligence who attempts to train for one of the higher professions is wasting his time. Conversely, where a person of high intelligence is employed in routine work, his talents are lost to the community, and he himself may suffer great unhappiness and frustration. In doubtful cases, an intelligence test may save years of misdirected effort.&rdquo;

It needs to be noted that intelligence and merit are not necessarily related. Adolf Hitler was highly intelligent, but was a flawed &lsquo;evil genius&rsquo;, ultimately killing tens of millions. Intelligence is a potent tool for doing either evil or good, just as manual or social skills can be used for constructive or destructive purposes.

Psychologist Cherie Curtis published an article in the Financial Review on 18th April 2005 making the following comments that confirm the value of standardised assessments in the recruitment selection process:

&ldquo;By including assessments in their recruitment tool kit, employers cast a net wider to include talented people working in different fields or with qualifications or skills outside the usual requirements. Employers are well-advised to benchmark their own organisational culture and the predominant values of employees, and then assess candidates against the measures to accurately identify those with a good fit. Appropriate assessment can also be applied to determine a candidate&rsquo;s cognitive ability &hellip;work preference or job fit profiling to assess how well they may work with others.&rdquo;


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<description><![CDATA[Discover the most common mistakes made when &quot;job searching&quot;.  It is very easy for even the savviest of job seekers to make these mistakes.
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<content><![CDATA[Discover the most common mistakes made when &quot;job searching&quot;.  It is very easy for even the savviest of job seekers to make these mistakes.

1. Relying on online job sites (CareerOne, MyCareer &amp; Seek, etc).

In general, internet jobs and newspaper advertisements produce little value. However, it is also a mistake to ignore them altogether. Some of the best chances for jobs from advertisements are in specialty trade or professional publications and websites of specific industries. I suggest you spend no more than five per cent of your valuable time on advertised job postings.

2. Failing to target market organisations that would want your skillset.

Only put effort into connecting with companies and organisations most likely to need your skills, forget about the others you are simply wasting your time. Great resources now exist on the internet to quickly track down people and organisations in your target market; learning these techniques is the &ldquo;freeway&rdquo; to your next job.

3. Looking only for job vacancies.

Searching only for companies with current vacancies is an obsolete job-hunting method. The best jobs are rarely listed as &ldquo;vacancies&rdquo; or &ldquo;openings.&rdquo; Instead, many good positions are created for the candidate, often at the interview. The key is to shift your focus from &ldquo;vacancies&rdquo; to &ldquo;opportunities&rdquo; (which exist nearly everywhere). Remember: every company is always hiring if you have what they need when they need it!

4. Ineffective networking.

Networking should be the primary focus of every job search &ndash; occupying about 90% of your time. However, I find that most people go about it incorrectly &ndash; by talking too much and asking for jobs. The best networkers are good listeners rather than big talkers. They have a clear agenda and are not shy about asking for feedback and guidance. Remember: networking is more about giving than taking, so it always comes from an attitude of generosity.

5. Leaving yourself open to too many kinds of jobs.

Another key to a successful job search is to focus on finding the RIGHT job &ndash; not &ldquo;just any job.&rdquo; Critical factors to consider include satisfaction, growth potential, location, cultural fit, great co-workers, a pleasing environment and competitive compensation. When the job market is really tough, it&rsquo;s imperative to be more focused than ever.

6. Being unplanned in your job search.

Most people spend more time planning a holiday than planning a job search. I suggest the following tips to conduct a proper job search: a well-thought-out methodology, daily solitude and planning, space dedicated to the search, tracking tools to measure your progress, and a system for accountability.

7. Doing it alone.

If you pay a mechanic to service your car and a lawyer to create a will, why would you not invest in professional help with your job search? Career coaches/consultants provide objective guidance, help you articulate your value, and provide a proven system for job search success. Many offer excellent advice on salary negotiations &ndash; often exceeding the job seeker&rsquo;s expectations.

8. Letting others control your job search.

I am continually amazed at how people listen to the advice of others who are unqualified or not skilled in career transition management. Friends, family, colleagues and recruiters often give advice that is completely wrong or inappropriate to you (although given with the best of intent). A prudent person would not expect to get good legal advice from their carpenter cousin&hellip;so be aware and do not fall for this trap; it can be disastrous for an effective job search.

9. Not preparing well enough for job interviews.

When you boil it down, all job interviews comprise five basic elements: articulating your value, conveying your knowledge of the company, asking intelligent questions, negotiating compensation, and following through. Each of these items has to be practised in advance so you can &ldquo;win&rdquo; the job interview. &ldquo;Winging it&rdquo; just won&rsquo;t do! Also, be sure to do extensive research on the company and the interviewer ahead of time.

10. Not knowing your market value.

You must research and assess your value in the marketplace so you&rsquo;ll be able to negotiate effectively. Never disclose your salary requirements &ndash; always get the employer to name the salary or range first. The time to talk money is when the employer has made it clear that you are their top candidate and after they make an offer.

Even the savviest job seekers can easily make these mistakes. Your ACMA consultant will show you how to navigate these potential pitfalls from the outset, making your job search more productive and yielding more positive results!


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, and Cairns. Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Upskilling &amp; Retraining in the AI Era]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Anyone, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, or socioeconomic background, can learn new skills, improve their chances of securing a new job or promotion, and compete in the AI era.
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<content><![CDATA[Anyone, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, or socioeconomic background, can learn new skills, improve their chances of securing a new job or promotion, and compete in the AI era.

Studies in neuroplasticity show that a healthy brain (any age), quickly responds to new learning and actually develops new connectors to facilitate this stimulation. The old adage that &ldquo;you cannot teach an old dog new tricks&rdquo; is simply wrong&hellip;in fact, you can (as well as young dogs, etc.).

The average person has about 60 to 80 thousand thoughts per day, of which 95% are repeated every day (routine thinking).

Eighty per cent of these thoughts are negative, and this is where the ACMA program assists in turning around these &ldquo;automatic negative thoughts&rdquo;, and provides training using Rapid Pathway Molding (RPM) techniques so that you visualise and understand that:

I can change my career and thrive in the AI era
I can get that new job
I can get that promotion
I can perform well at an interview
I can learn new skills
I can do a new course to improve my marketability
I can network effectively
I can access the hidden job market
I can market myself to employers
I can adapt to a new workplace
I can be emotionally intelligent
I can manage workplace politics
I can negotiate good outcomes
I can win&hellip;&hellip;

ACMA Career Management and Outplacement programs are focused on empowering clients to achieve the best possible outcomes by helping them to see, say and feel their skills, abilities, competencies and potential. Using RPM techniques, your ACMA consultant will work with you on issues that &ldquo;hold you back&rdquo; or are negative thoughts contributing to limiting your career objectives.

Most people&rsquo;s IQ is fully developed by 19 years of age and cannot be enhanced by study, etc. Emotional Intelligence can be learned and developed at any age. EI is vitally important in today&rsquo;s service-based economy, where &ldquo;soft skills&rdquo; are critical in the modern workplace.

Your ACMA consultant will assist you in understanding your EI and the principles behind it. Information is everything in today&rsquo;s world, so awareness of your personal EI and pathways to developing and improving it will potentially unlock many barriers to your career progression now and over the years to come.

People often complain that they missed out on that new job or promotion and have no idea why! Could it be their lack of emotional intelligence or negativity?

Let your ACMA consultant work closely on these issues to free yourself from your negative thoughts and possible emotional barriers currently impacting your career potential.


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation

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<title><![CDATA[Manage work / life skills]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Examine the relationship of work / life skills in the workplace and its potential impact on business performance, career prospects and personal lives.
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<content><![CDATA[Summary
&quot;Examine the relationship of work/life skills in the workplace and its potential impact on business performance, career prospects and personal lives.&quot;

I have been self-employed since 1977 and during this period I have commenced four new enterprises &ldquo;from scratch&rdquo;, and purchased and /or developed one other. During this time I have learnt (often the hard way) to effectively manage internal employees and a diverse range of clients.

The gaining of trust is elementary in any relationship and I truly believe that this is fundamental to the management of personnel and the development of a loyal and recurrent client base. Trust is defined as &ldquo;belief in a person&rsquo;s reliability&rdquo; and this I view as the foundation of my business relationships over many years.

I am fortunate in that I can quickly develop empathy with others by listening, displaying interest and genuinely enjoying other people opinions and aspirations.

The article by James Strong (Leading Initiative P91-92) mirrors my own experience in managing organisations, and surviving in the &ldquo;hard cold business world&rdquo;.

My personal qualities of gaining trust and respect helped me in a tangible and measurable way during the 1990-1993 economic recession that swamped Victoria (and in particular the Geelong region where I was based).

In a twelve-month period 30% of our client base simply disappeared for a variety of economic factors and many local businesses ceased to exist, however, I was determined that my business would survive, so I set about planning in twelve-month time frames to rebuild the client base from outside the Geelong region, which was simply a &ldquo;basket case&rdquo;. In reflection, it was the defining moment in my management career.

All department managers and staff were kept informed of the situation and my plans, actively assisting in developing new skills and expertise in products and services previously unknown to them. I focused on industries in the Australian economy that were growing and regions that were also reflecting strength and resilience to the recession and then developed unique products and services that I marketed Australia wide, ultimately becoming recognised as an expert in these fields.

The result was that by the end of 1993 the business had replaced all lost income and even showed modest growth, with no retrenchments other than natural attrition etc., Whilst I am personally chuffed with this scenario, it was a team effort achieved through both self and collective discipline by all staff members.

Discipline and management style also underpin my management success, effectively delivering results that reflect business plan projections and financial budget constraints.

The &ldquo;maintenance of the highest standards of self-discipline&rdquo; explores the personal self-discipline of managers that can inspire others (not cut corners), and adhere to company procedures and protocols.

Furthermore, leaders displaying humility and moral courage make a deliberate and calculated decision allowing an organisation to progress as a cohesive unit with common goals, objectives and sense of purpose.

Moral courage stems from a cool, thinking approach that has enabled me to grow organisations (in both good and bad times), developing and mentoring staff, which ultimately reflects in high-quality customer service standards and loyalty that translates into a profitable and vibrant enterprise.

All these aforementioned skills and qualities are immediately transferable into personal relationships outside the working environment, enriching and encouraging family members to grow, enquire and aspire.

Career development is a service I deliver to clients on a daily basis, actively assisting them into the workforce (from multiple entry points), or to improve and/or advance their personal careers/situations.

The two underlying questions for any person entering the workforce are &ldquo;What do you want? &rdquo; and &ldquo;How will you know when you get it?&rdquo;

People really do have their own solutions and it is my role as a career management consultant to guide, mentor and assist them to discover themselves.

Richard Leider, a career counsellor for many years in the US breaks this process down into three &ldquo;hungers&rdquo;


	To connect deeply with the creative spirit of life
	To know and express your gifts and talents
	To know that our lives matter


As a professional career counsellor, I can assure you that most people have no concept of the above, let alone the analytical capacity to explore them without guidance, which obviously is my role.

I have worked with all levels of management, professionals, tradespersons and unskilled people whose only common denominator is that they are all highly motivated in their own way (hence engaging my services).

Richard Leider has devised a fascinating formula that I consistently use with my clients that lays out the critical factors to consider when making career choices:

T+P+E*V

T = Talent
P = Passion
E = Environment
V = Vision

The sad fact in my experience, and also Lieder&rsquo;s (Are You Deciding On Purpose P17), is that most people sell themselves short not understanding or knowing their talents and worth. Therefore if a person cannot identify and articulate these basics in themselves, how can a prospective employer quickly understand the future potential of such a candidate. Hence you see dissatisfaction in the workforce with &ldquo;round pegs in square holes&rdquo; simply because of the lack of fundamental understanding of who they are, what they have and what they are worth.

Work and life skills are therefore interrelated and often inseparable. Good communication skills in the workforce = good communication in private life etc., etc. By improving our people and personal management skills all levels of relationships can be enriched and career prospects dramatically improved.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<description><![CDATA[The third decade of the 21st Century presents enormous challenges to people 45 years and older. An amazing range of workplace changes has occurred over the last twenty years which can be very confronting to a person wanting to obtain a position in today&rsquo;s complex employment market.
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<content><![CDATA[The third decade of the 21st Century presents enormous challenges to people 45 years and older. An amazing range of workplace changes has occurred over the last twenty years which can be very confronting to a person wanting to obtain a position in today&rsquo;s complex employment market.

Mature age workers are often &ldquo;thrown out&rdquo; onto the employment market through no choice of their own after having worked for one company or in one industry for many years&hellip;enforced workplace change is common due to corporate restructuring, downsizing, economic changes, business failure or re-entering the workforce after periods parenting or caring duties.

Whatever the catalyst mature age workers suddenly find themselves in a world of work that is drastically different to the one they entered many years previously and commonly suffer from what is called the &ldquo;Rip Van Winkle Syndrome&rdquo;.

This lack of knowledge or understanding of the 21st Century employment market application procedures and protocols is the main barrier for these displaced mature age workers that fail to move into valued employment opportunities. The fact is that the employment market is now sophisticated and complex and failure to adapt and learn can mean years of either underemployment or unemployment, wasting the remaining productive years.

It needs to be acknowledged that &ldquo;Ageism&rdquo; discrimination does exist at certain levels, however, there are many organisations that now actively pursue mature aged workers, and with mounting skills shortages mature aged workers are needed to contribute into their late 60&rsquo;s and beyond.

The main reason mature age workers fail to obtain suitable employment is their inability or refusal to change, learn and adapt to the modern world of work. The result is that they become disenfranchised from the employment market, suffer personal and financial stress which in most cases is avoidable.

ACMA has worked with mature aged people for many years and continue to observe the same mindset and mistakes being repeated until an intervention occurs&hellip;often initiated by a concerned partner or friend.

Mature age workers cannot change the world as it exists NOW! They can only control their own vision of the world, adapt and grow&hellip;the other option is to stagnate and waste your opportunities.

The good news is that there are now numerous education and retraining opportunities available to mature age people, with many being delivered conveniently online at your own pace. Rightly or wrongly your employability will often depend solely on having the appropriate qualifications (tickets).

Those who embrace change, tackle new technologies, systems and methods will find gratifying work.

This is not easy! However with the careful ACMA support and coaching any reasonable person can thrive into their later years actively contributing to society and their own welfare.

THE CHALLENGE IS YOURS!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<title><![CDATA[Does your company provide Career Development]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[In today&rsquo;s modern workplace companies and organisations must lead and develop their workforce in order to maximise their return from this major resource.  To ignore training and career development is simply &ldquo;bad business management&rdquo;, leading to staff turnover, disconnect and lack of a team vision.
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<content><![CDATA[In today&rsquo;s modern workplace companies and organisations must lead and develop their workforce in order to maximise their return from this major resource.  To ignore training and career development is simply &ldquo;bad business management&rdquo;, leading to staff turnover, disconnect and lack of a team vision.

ASK YOUR HR MANAGER TODAY!

Training and career development are two separate components of workplace learning and it is career development that is often neglected, however one compliments the other in a dynamic and interdependent workplace strategy.

Since 1991 ACMA has assisted numerous organisations (small, large, listed and unlisted) to implement targeted career development programs that are designed to engage, inform and assist employees to manage their careers.  Programs are tailored to both the organisation&rsquo;s objectives and the individual&rsquo;s aspirations, marrying them into a satisfied and focused employee equipped with the knowledge and tools to actively contribute to the corporate and common good.

Career development is vital for people to understand their potential value to the organisation and/or industry sector.  Building 3, 5 and 10-year career plans develop a vision that enables career pathways to be built and provide for better workforce resource planning.  Individual employees and human resource managers can then plan for additional training or qualifications needed to fulfil these career plans, and therefore ensure an ongoing supply of skilled people ready to be utilised as needed.

It is not all about hard skills.  The current team-based workplace thrives on employees with good soft skills and this applies to all levels of personnel.  In this 21st century, people, in general, are better educated, more complex and demand a sophisticated level of interaction with peers, managers and customers.

Career development programs address both hard and soft skills, with EI (Emotional Intelligence) being a critical component.  A highly skilled employee (any level) with poor EI can be a disaster in a team environment, which is manifest in recent cases of bullying, stress and other ailments that afflict the current workplace.

The good news is that EI skills can be learned.  Once identified as an area of concern in the initial assessment process (or perhaps noted by a concerned HR manager) strategies can be designed to address an employee&rsquo;s emotional intelligence and general interaction within the workplace, often with overflow benefits into the person&rsquo;s personal relationships.

Career development programs are holistic in assisting the total person, not simply improving a set of skills.  This not only assists the individual but also the organisation can avoid workplace problems that can adversely affect productivity and at worst result in litigation etc.

Using intensive career management techniques people learn to understand themselves, their skills, personality and potential&hellip;more importantly, they develop an understanding of their value to the company, organisation and sector.

People actually want to contribute and perform well in their jobs.  The confusion occurs when they lack an understanding of the prospects with their employer and have little or no concept of their career pathway in the foreseeable future.

Career development programs will give employees the vision and competencies to grow professionally and personally.  The career management consultant becomes a mentor to ensure that the corporate goals of the program are achieved within the context of facilitating both career and personal growth of all participating employees.

Empowered employees are productive employees!

A recent report from Deloitte clearly states &quot;focusing on career management will give your company endurance and agility.&quot;


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<content><![CDATA[Associated Career Management Australia has worked up tips for your executive career management.

Build your portfolio

Your portfolio is the second most important resource for your CV.  It is a &ldquo;living thing&rdquo; that you keep up to date, ready to use at any time to validate your career achievements, education, and history.

Actively network every week

Failure to network is the major contributor to &ldquo;executive career atrophy&rdquo;.  Attend, connect and nurture with your network regularly, and you probably will never have to apply for another job.

Take leadership positions in professional associations

Being seen is an executive&rsquo;s primary marketing tool.  The higher your public profile within your sector, the more career opportunities are going to come your way.

Write articles and do presentations

Your personal profile can be directly promoted through articles in professional journals, websites and blogs.  Don&rsquo;t be shy; let the world understand your expertise on important industry topics and trends.

Note: Never use AI to write presentations, articles, reports or job application documents.

Maintain your ongoing professional development and qualifications

The single most crucial executive career management need is to keep your qualifications up to date, plus undertake continual professional development of at least 30 hours annually (documented in your portfolio).

Understand and research your competition

Current intelligence on the people you will be competing against can give you a significant edge to maximise your next career move.

Provide support and assistance to people in your network

Your contribution to others will enhance your situation when you need assistance or information critical to your next career move (remember The Godfather movie).

Keep up to date with the employment market in your sector

Understanding who is hiring and firing is fundamental.  Always know your worth and value to another employer, and have your &ldquo;elevator pitch&rdquo; ready to fire at any time.

Perfect your interviewing, negotiating and similar skills regularly


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<content><![CDATA[How a person manages their maternity leave can either make or break her career!

That&rsquo;s unfair I hear you say, and you are right.  However, that&rsquo;s the reality and any woman going on maternity leave needs to personally initiate actions and certainly not leave it to your employer or HR department.  After all, it is your job, career and future.

A new addition to the family means significant changes in both your home and work life.  Properly managing these changes is the key to your career transition over the short and long terms.

Career development never ends and requires anyone to continually adapt and change to personal and workplace conditions.

Set out below are some basic guidelines to assist and covers three important stages:

1. Prior to taking maternity leave

Clearly explain any special needs required up to the time that you leave work.  These can be physical or otherwise and may well include flexible working options.

Develop a set of procedures for your expected return to work.

2. Throughout the maternity leave period

Keep in touch with your employer during your absence to show an ongoing interest in the enterprise and your ultimate resumption.

Keep relevant by maintaining your networks and completing ongoing normal professional development.

3. Return to work

Discuss your return to work date and specific needs for work-life integration.  Be alert to any changes in the role that you left, and how the employer will manage and upskill you.

Consider what flexible work practices can be developed to assist you in your work return, plus new life responsibilities.

It&rsquo;s all about good communication&hellip;

Some women lose confidence during their maternity leave and find it difficult to reassimilate both professionally and socially back into the workplace.  Things change, and that can be daunting!

Try these tips:

1. Always act with a &ldquo;can-do&rdquo; attitude

2. Ensure that you are valuable to the business

3. Focus on your pre-maternity leave career accomplishments

4. Attend courses, lectures and seminars to improve your skills, knowledge and industry connections

As previously stated career development is an ongoing process, similar to your resume and LinkedIn profile it is always a work in progress.  Career planning is vital for working women, as taking maternity leave at a difficult time and can be a career killer if not properly managed.  Careful planning NOW and into the future is highly recommended for career insurance.

Maternity leave can also be a blessing in disguise and a time for many women to reflect on their values and priorities.  Some discover that they are better out of the workforce at this stage in their life, and that is an entirely valid option.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<description><![CDATA[It is all too complex to effectively manage a job search or career transition in today&#39;s difficult employment process.
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<content><![CDATA[It is all too complex to effectively manage a job search or career transition in today&#39;s difficult employment process.

Let AMCA assist you through the job market maze by:


	Assessing your transferable skills
	Matching your abilities to potential jobs
	Selecting employers and sectors experiencing growth
	Presenting you to the market in the most professional manner
	Coaching and mentoring on your resume and LinkedIn profile
	Shortcutting the job search process
	Providing intensive interview coaching
	Personalised 1 on 1 assistance
	and more...


Get the results you want...your career future and job search are not worth risking by using amateur and outdated methods.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<description><![CDATA[Below are personal recommendations from clients that they have written on Tony Crosby&#39;s LinkedIn profile (ACMA&#39;s managing director). https://au.linkedin.com/in/tonycrosbycareerexpert

Anyone considering ACMA&#39;s range of services is welcome to contact and talk directly to these people to discuss their career transition management experience with ACMA.
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<content><![CDATA[Below are personal recommendations from clients that they have written on Tony Crosby&#39;s LinkedIn profile (ACMA&#39;s managing director). https://au.linkedin.com/in/tonycrosbycareerexpert Anyone considering ACMA&#39;s range of services is welcome to contact and talk directly to these people to discuss their career transition management experience with ACMA.


Adrian Seeto

Customer Success

For those navigating the complexity of their next career move, Tony is a fantastic mentor and guide to help you gain clarity for your next move. His mentorship was valuable in helping determine the next best move in line with my personal and professional goals, in line with the stage of life and career I was in. This clarity helped me gain perspective on what to focus on. Tony is incredibly well-versed, knowledgeable, and empathetic to the complexity of the job market, and with his help, he was a helpful and steady guide to move forward with confidence and make the journey smoother.

Simon Lomas 

Chief Operating Officer

If you&rsquo;re navigating a job search or considering a career transition, Tony is the person to turn to. With his guidance, you&rsquo;ll be able to prioritise your goals effectively and receive thoughtful, actionable advice when it matters most. The job market can feel like a roller coaster, but Tony&rsquo;s expertise and support make the journey far smoother.

Alex Serrangeli

Lawyer

Tony&rsquo;s a great mentor who loves helping people find career satisfaction. He&rsquo;s super knowledgeable and experienced and always happy to answer any questions you throw his way.

Matt Poland (MAHRI)Matt Poland (MAHRI)

In my many years in HR, it is rare to find an outplacement provider like ACMA, one that truly cares for the person as an individual, not just as a project or task. The response times are best in class, as often these events occur spontaneously, Tony and his team react &amp; commence service delivery without hesitation.  


	Where most providers drop the candidate as soon as they are employed again, Tony &amp; his team carry through with the support to ensure the candidate is well-equipped to pass any milestone put in front of them.
	True professionals, in every sense of the word, can&#39;t recommend their services highly enough. Cost-effective and highly skilled, the feedback from employees helped by ACMA has always been at the 5-star level.


Dr Pouran N Hudson

Green Hydrogen for Road Transport: Project Manager / Research Fellow, FEnEx CRC, Curtin UniversityGreen Hydrogen for Road Transport: Project Manager / Research Fellow, FEnEx CRC, Curtin UniversityJuly 22.

Although taking responsibility for proactive action is crucial in achieving desired career outcomes, I wholeheartedly endorse Tony Crosby&rsquo;s services at Associated Career Management Australia as an exceptional partner in this journey.

Tony&#39;s integrity, reliability, compassion, and insightful approach are invaluable in assisting clients to discover their unique value and avoid settling for less than they deserve. The practical materials and handouts he provides are immensely useful in navigating career development.

Despite being concise and not having all the answers, Tony remained unwaveringly supportive, guiding me towards valuable insights through connections and return to work despite career gap challenges such as maternity, relocation, and COVID-19.

Charise Wills

Teacher at Grace Lutheran College Caboolture

Career counselling with Tony really helped me to thoroughly analyse myself and my career goals, which in turn helped to determine my next direction. So thankful for the support I received through Tony and Associated Career Management Australia.

Sattick Roy

Operations Manager at The R66T Academy

Tony is a career coach with a solid track record of helping people achieve their goals in the workplace. He provides ongoing guidance, support, and coaching as one develops a career plan, moves through challenging times or celebrates success. I would recommend him to anyone looking to get a better job or career. He is very helpful and understanding at each stage of one&#39;s career, whether it is looking for a job or someone about to launch a business.

In conclusion, for anyone needing help in finding a career that makes you happy meets your needs and helps you succeed - Tony is your Man!! A fine professional and an even better person.

Hozaifa PalitanawalaHozaifa Palitanawala

Senior Financial Analyst at Nissan Financial Services Australia Pty Ltd

I found Tony&#39;s interview training session very valuable. His advice and tips made a lot of sense, and I ensured I used them for my interviews. I prepared well for my interviews and felt confident in answering the interviewer&#39;s questions. The mock interview sessions with Tony gave me the confidence to go into a lot of detail about what I had achieved and I knew that how I was structuring my responses was going to be effective. The preparation that I did before the interview really paid off, and I managed to get the job offer.

Maninder Singh

Digital Identity - Snr AnalystDigital Identity - Snr Analyst

I would highly recommend Tony&#39;s services as he guided me through the job market, and I landed my desirable job last month. He works very closely through the job search process and can provide you with career direction. In addition, Tony can professionally advise on job interview questions and strategies while accommodating your interview practices promptly. Thank you, Tony, for your professional support.

Roy Statham

EHS Manager at PBS

I would like to thank Tony for all his help and mentoring when I had to look for a new position after being made redundant from a long term appointment. I have since moved three times to new positions using the tools he gave me and I feel so much more confident when applying for new roles, Just as he said I would. Highly recommend him as a trainer, coach and mentor. Thanks again forever grateful.

Sulabh Giri

Electrical and Testing Engineer

I would like to say thank you from the bottom of my heart for all your time and effort to guide me through and for not letting me go off the track when I was feeling low. You have been there for me every time when I needed advice. Again big thank you for everything that you have done for me.

Manpreet Singh

Civil Engineer

I started with Tony in mid-December and successfully secured a job between 4 months. Tony helped me through the job process from the first day to receive the contract, we are still in touch for further settlement.  I have found that Tony&#39;s guidance and well-designed modules assist very well to land a desired job. I am happy today because I made the right decision to choose Tony&#39;s services. I strongly recommend ACMA, if you are still struggling to obtain a job in Australia.

Wei Kit LauWei Kit Lau

Inventory Planner

Professional, systematic and highly approachable, Tony has provided great guidance on self-knowledge and current job market insights. The consistently prompt feedback and support provided have been invaluable throughout the whole process, enabling the attainment of your targeted result.

Steve Edwards

Looking for the next great adventure!

As a person who found himself out of work at the age of 59 and not knowing what I needed to do, Tony steered me in the right direction, giving me the confidence to look for the right jobs. He methodically went about rebuilding my profile so that I would get noticed, his modules were spot on and easy to follow and laid some solid foundations for me to be able to gain employment again. I would highly recommend Tony to anyone who finds themself in a similar position to me or to anyone looking to stand out on Linkedin, his assistance will benefit you.

Geenodh Jayasinghe

Bachelor of Commerce Graduate from Monash University (2019-2021). Provisional Member of the Chartered Accountant ANZ Program.

I have had the pleasure of receiving high quality and interactive interview coaching lessons from Tony during my preparation for interviews in the real setting. In each of the mock interviews I have had with him, he tested me on my ability to interpret and respond to unique and challenging interview questions that reflected the current climate of the recruitment processes. His direct advice as well as his valuable resources and articles helped me to approach the recruitment process more proactively and mindfully. In particular, his advice on the &quot;power of the pause&quot; and relaxation tips definitely facilitated a great deal of comfort towards interviews that I previously lacked. Tony is passionate about helping people navigate through the labour market and this passion means that he can accommodate your interview practice lessons at a punctual and convenient basis. If you want to hone your interview preparation skills, I can&#39;t recommend Tony enough!

Archit Chanana

Senior Associate - BurnVoir Corporate Finance

I would highly recommend Tony&#39;s services. He is highly experienced and understands the Australian job market and how arduous job seeking is. Most outstanding is his willingness to support you at every step of the job search - he is available all days during the week, and his support provides you with confidence to go out and get your dream job! 

Gary Kaiser

Territory Manager NSW at Brand Solutions Australia

I can highly recommend Tony to assist and give you the tools to keep you motivated and not lose focus on your job search especially those over 50&rsquo;s who through no fault of their own have become victims of Company restructuring. In my case, Tony was always there for me.  I eventually landed a role part-time and one I have really enjoyed for the past 6 and a half years. In November it will be time to retire. Thank You, Tony

Bailey Hutchings

Graduate Software Engineer | Junior Software Developer @ Network ten/ViacomCBS.

Tony has in-depth knowledge surrounding the employment industry.  For this reason, I recommend Tony to any job seekers that want professional advice to keep them one step ahead of the rest, and provide them with an advantage over other job seekers.

Veena Lingam

Professional Services and Compliance Manager

It has been not only a great pleasure but an eye-opener to the ways of the employment process, working with Tony.  His mentorship, know-how and knowledge of the employment market have by far been the reason I am in a role today doing what I love. The tools and programs I used helped me understand my strengths and true potential and the value I would bring to any employer. Tony thank you for believing in me!

Firas Sallam

Solutions Architect | Network Cyber Security | OSS | Telecommunication | Systems

Consulting Tony and following his advice to get my first career in Australia as a new migrant was the best decision I have taken after my arrival, being an engineer and a believer in science, I am confident to say that Tony&#39;s methods for developing and coaching his clients are based on research and scientific approaches. Tony&#39;s dedication, motivation and follow up for his clients are also remarkable. I have so many small details to tell about Tony, but to cut a long story short, I would never regret the time and efforts that I spent with him.

Naghmeh Sharikzadeh

Market Research &amp; Insights Operations Lead at PwC Australia

It has been a pleasure working with Tony as I was reconsidering my career options. Tony&#39;s wealth of knowledge and expertise about the Australian job market was instrumental in reconfiguring my transferable skills into the reality of the market. His approach is systematic, realistic and encompassing every tool that a change in career requires. I see Tony as a lifetime career mentor and would consider his consultation services alongside my career planning in future too.

Ritu Singh

IT Contract, Finance, Procurement Manager at Brookfield Asset Management| Governance, Finance, Strategy and Operations

Tony is very professional and committed to clients success. It&rsquo;s been a pleasure working with him.

Lisa Kalman

Health Policy Advisory Councilor at AIIA

Tony will show you how to open the doors you didn&rsquo;t know existed. A very knowledgeable expert.

Trish Rymer

Safety health wellbeing and cultural change specialist; Workers Compensation, injury management and prevention focused professional.

If you are questioning your career and the best direction to take, it can feel a little daunting where to start. Tony is amazing at assisting you to find the right path and supports you with the correct tools to achieve your best results. Thanks, Tony for your wonderful support.

Mark Kennedy

Manager - Strategic Analysis | Intelligence | Regulation | Counter-Terrorism | Policing

Tony is a very dedicated and experienced career specialist who provided fantastic support and guidance to me in my career path. He was a calming influence who provided invaluable advice about how to prepare for an interview. Tony was always available to bounce an idea off seven days a week at all hours of the day. A true professional.

Moutasim Mohammad

Telecommunications Engineer

Experienced, professional, and excellent career coaching and consultant. ACMA has got many methods and techniques for career development and job hunting strategies all the best.

Atinda Sanghera

Data Scientist

Tony was instrumental in helping me achieve my dream job at my dream workplace. He helped me every step of the way and took the time to answer any question I had no matter what time it was. He was prompt in answering calls &amp; emails and always professional. I would highly recommend him to anyone that is looking to improve their career knowledge and professional development. I honestly cannot thank him enough.

Nathan Reeves

Systems Administrator at PIP - Total IT Solutions

Tony&#39;s expert advice was instrumental in my recent career move. Taking me from A to Z of polishing all aspects of my professional image, advice and coaching on applications, interviews, and follow up mentoring to adjust more easily. He also supplied me with extensive documentation, explaining in detail how to approach each stage of career transition. Thank you, Tony.

Priti Jain

Loan Submission Specialist at Loan Assistant

My association with Tony goes back a year ago when I was looking for a coach to mentor me through my tough times in career and through Tony&#39;s guidance and support I realized what I am good at. His consistent support has helped me stay motivated and confident all through. I would highly recommend Tony for career counselling and coaching to anyone who feels stuck and looking for some professional help. 

David Breed

Safety Professional &acirc;&Acirc;&Acirc;&Acirc;&Acirc;&#156;&brvbar; Food Safety &acirc;&Acirc;&Acirc;&Acirc;&Acirc;&#156;&brvbar; Retail &acirc;&Acirc;&Acirc;&Acirc;&Acirc;&#156;&brvbar; Manufacturing &acirc;&Acirc;&Acirc;&Acirc;&Acirc;&#156;&brvbar; Petroleum &acirc;&Acirc;&Acirc;&Acirc;&Acirc;&#156;&brvbar; Self Insurance &acirc;&Acirc;&Acirc;&Acirc;&Acirc;&#156;&brvbar; Auditor &acirc;&Acirc;&Acirc;&Acirc;&Acirc;&#156;&brvbar; Quality &acirc;&Acirc;&Acirc;&Acirc;&Acirc;&#156;&brvbar; OHS &acirc;&Acirc;&Acirc;&Acirc;&Acirc;&#156;&brvbar; HSE

Job seeking has changed significantly in the last 15 years. Tony provided direction and kept me on track. With Tony&#39;s information, coaching and advice I have gained insights and a more positive attitude. Consequently, I gained full-time employment in early 2020. I highly recommend his services.

Stuart Harris

National Business Operations Manager - productivity, results, profitability

Tony Crosby and Associated Career management are significant a step up in recruitment education and career targeting. By getting involved with the program you immediately elevate your game plan with new targeted knowledge around where keys roles are and how to gain access to them. Additionally, ACMA provide very specific and comprehensive action plans to create activity, momentum, and confidence to the process of seeking out exactly what you want and getting it. I highly recommend this very valuable and professional service.

Megan Simcock

WHS advisor at DSC Traffic Management

Tony helped me find a new career by providing the support I needed every step of the way. His program enabled me to step back into the workforce with all the confidence I needed.

Kevin Wons

Strategic Customer Success Manager at Flo2Cash

I have been using the ACMA career management portal and found it a very useful tool. The platform guides you through a structured process of advancing your career and also manages all emails and text message correspondence with the team which helps keep track of where you are at. Tony has been great to work with and has been happy to provide ad hoc advice beyond his core role. I found him helpful, positive and very responsive

Shan Huang

Accountant

Tony was very helpful and approachable. He helped me with my CV and interview preparation. He also gave me very useful advice for career development.

Wakar Chatta

Director at H&amp;R Block

Tony is a fantastic coach who has the skills and qualities to help any professional who is looking for mentorship and help to navigate through tough phases of their working life. I requested Tony&#39;s help in 2014 for professional coaching and he went to a great length to assist me in making the right choice for my career. Thank you Tony

German Jauregui

INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER / FURNITURE DESIGNER

I would like to encourage any person who is in the process of a career change to work with Tony. The process would guide you to understand better what you really want for your life, using your skills and experience with a fresh and different approach.

John Middleton

Finance Manager at Caravan Component Manufacturer

I&rsquo;ve known Tony since 2008 when l was looking for new opportunities and needed advice and support. Tony amended and updated my cv and gave me the tools to succeed to where l am today. He is someone l would recommend for career advice and his posts on LinkedIn are both informative and practical advice that works

Wen Hou

Patent Engineer at King &amp; Wood Mallesons

Tony assisted me, an immigrant, to land my dream job in Australia, for which I am really appreciative. I mainly used the mock interview service and would recommend it to anyone who is too nervous to talk properly at an interview as I was. Tony has profound knowledge regarding interview skills, potential interview questions and critical mindsets toward an interview. In addition, he also passed to me tips about Australian culture, which I found really helpful. What impressed me most, however, is how dedicated Tony is to his clients. He is really responsive and no matter how late I notify him of an upcoming interview, he would try to fit our meeting into his schedule. Thank you indeed Tony! I made the right decision to choose you as my career coach.

Lakshmi N

Finance Manager at ALRM | CPA | Deliver Financial Improvements and Change | Partnering with Business |

Tony is a consummate professional with a great combination of market knowledge and empathy towards the people he deals with. Methodical and well researched in his approach with a bit of flexibility to suit your needs. Last but not the least, very approachable.

James Sterling

Logistics &amp; Buying Manager at Just Cuts&trade; Franchising

I used Tony&#39;s career management services recently and would recommend him to any professional. His program works in a systematic way and is underpinned by his extensive experience and a large amount of research. He provided me with invaluable advice and was always available at short notice. I especially valued his mock interviews. I will definitely use him again if the need arises.

Albert Kinnis

Finance &amp; Commerce Executive

Through his detailed processes, Tony was able to provide valuable insight and advice on building my personal brand. He keeps his knowledge of recruitment trends up to date to offer a first-class service. Such is his evident wealth of experience that I have already recommended him to others in my network.

Andre Ferreira Cortez

MIEAust Civil Engineer - Project Manager - Construction Manager

I will say only one thing regarding Tony&acute;s methodology: it works! He&acute;s a great advisor, very attentive and updated on the modern job market. Career coaching is not always a comfortable process, however, if you have the drive to dedicate yourself to it, don&acute;t hesitate to have Tony by your side.

Domenic Corradini

General Manager at Townsville Steel Fabricators

I would highly recommend you use Tony&rsquo;s services. He is very professional and always willing to assist. If you are looking for a career change you need to engage Tony as he has a very structured approach and is great value for money. I wouldn&rsquo;t hesitate one bit to use his services again if required. Thank you for guiding and assisting me to advance my career.

Mio Seamder

Nurse Manager - Specialist in Aged Care &amp; Palliative Care

Tony is an extremely professional career coach who has been assisting me with my career transition/step-up process into a management career. Tony is always there for wise advice and is a great sounding board and he has helped me to make difficult career decisions. Tony never imposes anything but rather coaches me to clarify my positions and make my own decisions and is always supportive. in order to reach career goals and remain motivated, and not losing sight of the big picture, especially when you encounter challenging situations, can be extremely difficult. it is often not appropriate to discuss matters with colleagues and you can feel lost and isolated. you may have personal confidence but they may not be able to provide you with an objective perspective or may not know the industry you work in well enough to provide sound advice. Having Tony as my mentor has provided me with great reassurance and support when needed, and sometimes blatant truth I needed to hear. One of the best things about having Tony as a mentor is that he is always objective, yet always concerned with what is in MY best interest. I am sure that I will be able to achieve my long term career goals with him by my side. I would highly recommend Tony and his services including career management tools that help understand your own characteristics, strengths and weaknesses. I would like to thank Tony for his ongoing support. It has been wonderful. Regards Mio Seamder Nurse Manager

Colin Chong

Hospitality, Catering and Tourism Management 

Tony helped me with advice, guidance and assistance when I was recently looking toward the next steps in my career. Tony has extensive knowledge and unique skill in the Career Management industry. Tony&#39;s skill is complemented by a kind and generous demeanour that can be seen in our working relationships.

Tony and ACMA created a personalised result-driven career management plan that worked to my strengths and work experiences. In this respect, I am convinced Tony will be a valuable asset to any professional that uses his service.

Herman Geldenhuys

Commercial Manager at Fenner Dunlop Australia Pty Ltd

I used Tony&#39;s career management services recently and would recommend him to any professional. His program works in a systematic way and is underpinned by his extensive experience and a large amount of research. He provided me with invaluable advice and was always available at short notice. I especially valued his mock interviews. I will definitely use him again if the need arises.

Prasanna Iyer 

Insurance &amp; Business Development Expert

I have had a great experience with Tony Crosby and I recommend him to all people who need career progression and guidance in Australia
 

Yuri Dobrotin, PGeo

Section Leader Geology at Acacia Mining plc

Tony gave me the most valuable advice and guidance on self-knowledge, which is a key to success. His professional yet personal and direct approach and sincere care are most appreciated. I am recommending Tony&#39;s career management guidance to many friends, colleagues and family members. Thank you very much Tony!

Alan Chu

Cloud Technology, Internet of Things, Engineering Lead

Tony has a wealth of experience in the industry unlike anyone else that I know. He is very perceptive and patient and always very quick to respond to any situation when help is needed. I am very inspired by Tony and he is one of the select few individuals that I look up to as a role model on how to be a valuable human being. He inspires me to realise my dreams and give back to this community that I am so proud and grateful to be part of.

Cynthia Rodericks

INNOVATIVE THINKER | LEARNING DESIGNER | VISIONARY STRATEGIST

When my career was at crossroads in 2013, I approached the Head of ACMA and never turned back. Tony Crosby as my coach and mentor added significant value in helping me achieve my professional goals using a holistic structured approach to accelerate change and create a personalized blueprint for success.

Tony Crosby&rsquo;s personalized and results-driven service is the hallmark of his service excellence

Ian Wiltshire

Chief Information Officer at AARNet

Tony helped me with advice, guidance and assistance when I was recently looking toward the next steps in my career. He helped fill in the gaps in my knowledge and tune my efforts to be more targeted. He also helped build a complete action plan that increased my level of success and offered his considerable experience when decisions needed to be made.
Tony is a unique expert in his field and one that I have no hesitation in recommending.

Neha Mehta

MBA

I used Tony&#39;s career management services recently and would highly recommend him. He is very organised and prompt. He is an expert in his field and provided me with invaluable advice.

Anita Galliford

Senior Sales &amp; Business Development Manager l Sales Director l Training Facilitator l Sales Coach

Having run my own business for 20 years, and being completely unfamiliar with modern-day methods for career transition, I found that the opportunity to learn from Tony Crosby at ACMA was a game-changer. His measured, patient and knowledgeable approach to the process of changing careers helped me to manage successfully what could have been a very daunting process. He was always accessible, his approach was professional and understanding, and his teaching strategies were well-thought-out and effective. He helped me understand and manage the work involved in career planning, putting guidelines and disciplines in place, and providing coaching through the practical and emotional changes. The resources he provided through ACMA were relevant and timely, and delivered in bite-sized chunks of information, at the appropriate time in the process. I am very grateful to ACMA for the opportunity of working with Tony, and am certain that he was instrumental in my successful career transition - I highly recommend him to anyone at a career crossroads.

Filiz Kingsley

Administration Officer St. John Of God Accord

Tony&#39;s guidance and support were invaluable to me after being made redundant. Having spent nearly 20 years with the same company, looking for a new job seemed a daunting task. Tony was a constant support, helping navigate me through an unfamiliar job search environment. He kept me focused when self-doubt crept in and gave me the tools and confidence to apply for jobs. Armed with the advice Tony gave me, I was able to get through my first interview in 2 decades and was fortunate to land the job. Even after 4 months on the job he still checks in on me to see how I&#39;m going, offering guidance if I need it. I am so grateful for Tony&#39;s support and would highly recommend his service to anyone.

Mark Ryan

Strategic media, communications and digital professional - Senior Manager (Engagement) at Mater Foundation

Tony is a very thoughtful, considerate and supportive career consultant who I would highly recommend to people needing to take a step back to review where their work-life is heading.

After coming out of a rollercoaster ride of a work experience with a previous employer, Tony was quickly able to get me to refocus on what I had to do to move forward. He encouraged me not to pigeonhole myself, which was vital to my career progression and understanding of what I had to offer as a human being.

His online tools and modules are simple to use but effective. It is, however, the one-on-one conversations where Tony is able to put his years of experience into clear and concise messages.

I believe he would make an impact on anyone he crosses paths with.

Matthew Gray

Business Line Manager - Industrial Air at Atlas Copco

I had the pleasure of working with Tony during a recent career transition. Tony&rsquo;s tools were thorough, and the purpose of each was often not understood until reviewed in hindsight. Tony&rsquo;s guidance was invaluable with regards to minimising the depth and duration of the emotional change curve, while Tony&rsquo;s commitment (at all hours of the day) was above and beyond any reasonable expectation. Please keep up the great work Tony. There are plenty more people out there that need your help!

Masoud Sarjami

Electronics Lead Engineer at Legrand Australia

Electronic Design Engineer at HPM Legrand Australia

I signed my contract with Tony two months before I landed in Australia. I used to underestimate the hardship I had to experience and the ups and downs boosted and tarnish my confidence. However, it was not only Tony&#39;s technical knowledge helping me pass through the unmade path but his specific advice which confirmed the changes I would have and what offers I would have to disregard kept me on the right track. Nevertheless, I might have been a very special case to him, mutual interaction was the secret to building the best road to success. I believe Tony is an expert in leading you to find the best way to see opportunities as they come to you.

Anna Craven

HR Delivery Partner at Jacobs

I would strongly recommend Tony for advice on career transition management. He is an expert in the field and provided me with invaluable advice. Tony was always very prompt, genuine in his advice, is very friendly and had a tailored and thoughtful approach. Tony has many fantastic online tools for self-assessment and with his many years of experience and positive outlook, he was instrumental in my successful career transition.

Peter Breen

Supply Chain Coordinator - Seeds at Bayer CropScience

After a couple of rough years, I called on Tony to help me get my career focused in the right direction. I was amazed to find Tony to be very prompt, focused and an absolute professional when it came to giving advice on a number of career-focused topics. Tony was incredible when it came to being there and lifting my motivation as well as re-installing my confidence. He is very trustworthy, full of knowledge and expertise, and I would be absolutely delighted to recommend him.

Karen Osborne

PA to the Head of College, Prince of Peace Lutheran College

Tony provided me with the tools to work through my transition between roles. During this process, I found Tony to be very prompt, always one step ahead in my requirements and very focused on what I needed based on my experience and occupation. As a coach, Tony was very trustworthy and full of knowledgeable and helpful hints and tips. I found the interview training completed with Tony very enjoyable and informative. Thanks, Tony for all your help!

Chintan Bharwada

Vice Chair at ANZBAI, BD Education (South Asia) at Austrade

Have gone to Tony a few times over the last 4 years. Thank you very much for helping me put together a tailor-made resumes and cover letters. To extend this Tony is also very good with interview and networking skills. His well-developed listening capability translated immediately to create very professionally looking as well as sounding documents that represent exactly who I am and what I have accomplished. Thanks again. All the best...

Roenna Colaco

Administrative Officer

Tony is a hands-on adviser with in-depth knowledge of the Human Resource industry. He provides good guidance and works well with clients. He is trustworthy, consistent and reliable.

Quentin Jeremy

Technical Resource Designer at E-Oz Energy Skills Australia

Tony offered a professional service, tailored to my needs and skill sets.

Michael Holmes

Sales Consultant, Seasoned Sales and Marketing Executive, Sales Trainer and Professional Speaker

I needed Tony&#39;s expertise to help get me reconnected with the C-Level world of General Business in Australia after my re-entry from 12 years of overseas assignments.
I am pleased that I met Tony and more than pleased to recommend him.
Michael J Holmes
Director Exsellsys Corporation

Jeremy Harvey CISSP

Managing Director - Business Analyst &amp; Resource Developer at See the Future

Tony was an excellent resource, in enabling and providing guidance in modifying my search in the recruitment market (after being employed by the same employer for many years). He has a remarkable way of gently nudging clients towards trying new ways of marketing themselves in an increasingly competitive job market. While it took some convincing on his part for me to try the new techniques, ultimately his advice has proved both accurate and insightful. I have no hesitation in recommending Tony.

Anthony Ang

Data Analyst at T garage

Tony is an excellent career counsellor, with in-depth knowledge of the field, giving practical suggestions, value-added service and comprehensive, reliable guidance all the way. Will strongly recommend him to anyone who is seeking a professional career coaching service.

Susan Werbicky

BEngMech MIEAust, Verification &amp; Validation Engineer - Mechanical Systems

I first hired Tony Crosby in October 2011 and he worked with me to identify my personal and professional strengths and weaknesses, how to improve on my weaknesses and leverage my strengths. Tony also helped me to understand the value of networking and maintaining a professional network in order to find job opportunities as well as staying in touch with professional and personal contacts. Initially, I expected to obtain employment within 6 months. However, by using his innovative networking and job finding techniques, it took just 2 months to find my ideal work opportunity, obtain an interview and finally be offered an ongoing role with one of my preferred employers.

Throughout the whole experience, from meeting him to being counselled in career management, I found Tony to be very caring, focused and determined to assist in any way he could in my journey to sustainable employment. Therefore, I highly recommend Tony Crosby as a Career Management Consultant.

Melissa Maakasa

Customer Service Specialist &acirc;&Acirc;&Acirc;&Acirc;&Acirc;&#158;&frac14; Customer Advocacy &amp; Engagement | Service Excellence | Sales | Technical Support

An Exceptional, Enthusiastic &amp; Experienced Customer Service Professional

Tony Crosby is an experienced senior careers practitioner who is capable of providing in-depth advice to professionals seeking to change industries. His areas of expertise include career assessment and vocational outplacement.

Tracey Renton

Principal

Tony&#39;s advice and guidance proved to be invaluable to me during my recent period of career transition. His program is a complete package it includes tools to help determine career options and further study requirements, CV framework and interview support. Tony incorporates high levels of individual accountability into the job search process thus ensuring I remained focused and on track. He maintains weekly contact, however, is available for 24-hour support should it be required. Thank you

 Joanna Coussins

Mental Health Clinician at Headspace

Tony is an expert in his field. He was reliable and very supportive every step of the way in my career coaching. He provided me with valuable tips on how to find a job in the very competitive job market.

Ashwin Joshi

Senior Claims Consultant at Allianz Australia Limited

I came to know about Tony and His Career Management Company when I was completely frustrated about job search here in Australia which almost all migrants face. I had decided to go back to my country as my insurance qualifications and expertise were not being recognised by Australian employers and were getting wasted. I came to know about tony through my internet search and although I was sceptical to join him thinking that he will be another counsellor who will just give advice that won&#39;t really work. But I decided to take his services as a last chance. From day one I could see the difference in his &#39;Modus Operandi. Suggestions, Information, and Guidance given by him worked for me within one and half months time since I took his services and finally I could break the wall on which I was banging my head. I got a decent job in an Insurance Company. I would suggest job seeker who has reached a dead end in his job search should immediately contact Tony Crosby for further guidance.

Akiko Kawakami

Speaker I Author I Get Things Done Coach

When I first visited Tony in his office, I was not sure what to expect. I wanted to change my career, but I was a &#39;mature&#39; worker without many qualifications + a migrant. Tony guided me through every process with a strategic approach and kept encouraging me. Without Tony&#39;s help, I would not be able to achieve my goal. Tony provided me with solutions in a professional manner, which was what I needed.

Steve Khatib

Owner Golf Dynamics

Tony Crosby provides a unique professional process from which he allows individuals to gain knowledge about their current skillset and also skills that they were previously unaware of. He then provides a detailed process gained from his inside knowledge from which individuals can best leverage these skills in the increasingly competitive marketplace. &quot;Working with Tony is an excellent opportunity to learn about and apply one&#39;s strength in the marketplace&quot;.

Stephen Sheldon

Midweight Copywriter

Copywriter at GTB

Tony&#39;s advice was invaluable during my search for full-time work. I found him to be very available at all times, and his insights and experience certainly gave me an edge during my time spent looking for work.

Oliver Bentley

Associate Investment Manager

Tony has always provided consistent, comprehensive support throughout my time working with him over the last five months. I see Tony&#39;s expertise as invaluable to working professionals of all backgrounds - and recommend him without hesitation.

Jacqui Edhiqary

Strategist, Visionary, and experienced Business Builder: Australia; Asia; Global

Tony is a professional who rates high on IQ and EQ in my book. As a professional business manager, I am deeply impressed by Tony&#39;s work ethic, and ability to relate to any situation and evolve strategies that deliver optimum results.

Tushan Fernando

at BP Bitumen Technical Centre

I went to Tony at a time when I was particularly under stress in my previous work environment. He gave me many positive approaches to undertake particularly, in relation to interview preparation and technique. The result was that I managed to get a much better job in a very short time. I would definitely recommend a career coach like Tony for ongoing personal development and enhance your career pathway.

Joe Ciccarone

Chief Executive Officer, Community Chef

Tony&#39;s advice, guidance and assistance were invaluable when I was recently taking the next step in my career. He helped me focus my energy only on activities that made my search for a new career a trouble-free experience.

Russell Oakes

QLD Field Sales Manager - Arrow Electronics

Tony offers a unique yet personal service to people who are looking to re-align their career paths. His system works well and helps the candidate refine and identify their core skill sets, thereby making the transition to other career markets easier.
ACMA is a good service for people who want help seeking out a change in careers

Arun Shandil

Commercial Manager at Bradnams Windows &amp; Doors Group

Marcus Boom

Studying P.E Secondary

I used Tony&#39;s services for assistance with resume writing, goal setting and much needed and valuable advice in relation to seeking employment. Tony was knowledgeable, approachable, informative and a great help.
I would strongly recommend Tony to Family, Freinds and future colleagues.


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<content><![CDATA[In most cases when people are told of their redundancy, it comes as a shock.  It is an emotional hit on par with a death in the family, divorce or other similar awful events.

The first 24 to 48 hours is a critical time for retrenched workers as they come to terms with their new situation. Enforced workplace change is confronting and very unpleasant.

These emotions are perfectly normal and will diminish in time, so redundant people should understand that it is a passing phase only and there is life after redundancy.

People sometimes feel ashamed because they have been made redundant, and even try and hide it on their resume or not tell friends and associates about what has happened.  Being overwhelmed by these events will not get you into another job...only a planned and strategically executed job search will get you back into the workforce.

Remember that it is the job that is redundant NOT YOU!

Be kind to yourself and family, take a break and refocus as this is an opportunity to re-evaluated many aspects of your life and work.

Use it as a positive time to reflect, review and go on to better and greater times...this does happen!

While there is definitely a period of healing involved it cannot continue forever.  Allow yourself 14 days to recover, then get on with your job search, engage a career advisor to assist and start being proactive.

Recruiters and employers deal with people moving through the redundancy cycle every day so this fact will be neither new to them nor a barrier for you.  So &quot;throw out&quot; your negative thoughts and concentrate on your skillset, work and personal achievements and document how you can add value to your next employer.

In the modern workforce, it is common for people to have at least six career changes in their lifetime, and particularly if you have been with one employer for many years it is probably time that you moved on anyway, so perhaps your former employer has done you a favour.

Approach your redundancy as a chance for you to explore new employers, industry sectors and to broaden your career horizon.  It is a big world out there, abounding with opportunities and possibilities.  Being with one employer over a period can lead to tunnel vision and becoming limited/trapped by your comfort zone.

This is a time to learn new skills, gain additional qualifications, meet new people and embrace change.

Job search is very difficult without professional assistance so ensure that your redundancy package includes outplacement support paid for by your employer, and if it is not automatically included, then it is time to become assertive and demand this industry-standard benefit.  Employers will be wary of any brand damage and possible internal staff runctions if you are not treated fairly, so you probably have more leverage than you realise at this point.

In general, the wider you set your career options in relation to job title, industry sector and location the easier it will be for you to transition into your next position.  Some people can be flexible and others cannot due to family commitments etc.; however, these are critical factors to be considered.

Enjoy the journey as you deserve a great outcome!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<description><![CDATA[To keep yourself relevant and up to date all workforce participants need to undertake continuous formal training and self-improvement.
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<content><![CDATA[All workforce participants must undertake continuous formal training and self-improvement to stay relevant and current (think Artificial Intelligence).

Don&#39;t wait until your boss suggests some training, etc. Do it yourself to keep your employability skills at current standards. Pay for it yourself, and invest your after-hours time. It is your personal insurance policy against redundancy or failing to get that all-important promotion and pay rise.

Developing a professional development/training plan is your first step.

Professional assistance is essential to researching and identifying the correct retraining or upskilling options and career pathways. Get it wrong, and you may not have a job, career, or income in the not-too-distant future.

ACMA&#39;s Advanced Vocational Assessment program is the ideal solution for managing your near-term career needs and pathways. It provides two detailed reports of actions and options available to you. Don&#39;t wait until it is too late and opportunities have bypassed you.

While there are many study options on the internet, how do you know what is the best or most relevant to your career future?  Be wary of universities, TAFE, and RTOs selling certificates, diplomas, and degree courses.  Unfortunately, many of these organisations are &quot;fee driven&quot; and, in our experience, will tell prospective students virtually anything to sign them up.

Many students have paid thousands of dollars to complete a course only to find that there are very limited job opportunities available, if any. (&quot;I wish I had known that four years ago&quot; is their common lament.)

ACMA&#39;s Module 1 Assessment process is very detailed and will take most people a week to complete (online).  Nevertheless, once a client has completed these assessments, we have a thorough understanding of the person covering skills, competencies, education, experience, work history, strengths, weaknesses, aspirations, career goals, personal circumstances, personality and much more...

In the 21st century, it is now up to you, unlike in the last century, when the &quot;boss provided training.&quot;


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research, job market analysis, and expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<description><![CDATA[A job search is all about making quick high-quality impressions on hiring managers and recruiters...so what do your email address and personal brand say about you?
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<content><![CDATA[A job search is all about making quick, high-quality impressions on hiring managers and recruiters...so what do your email address and personal brand say about you?

An email address like partygirl@net.com does not cut it and demeans your entire application and image.

Use your name, (bettysmith@net.com). It is far more professional and actually compliments your application documents. There is nothing wrong with having a separate email address for your work/professional activities. It makes sense.

Remember that your personal and professional images cannot be separated.  Actions taken in your personal life can either undermine or assist your career.

You wouldn&#39;t wear dirty clothes for an interview...what about personal &quot;digital dirt&quot; readily accessible to an online search?

Your PERSONAL BRAND is worth thousands of dollars, so protect it ALWAYS.


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessments, research, job market analysis, and expert personalised coaching.

WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<description><![CDATA[Having worked with numerous job seekers over the years I have seen many people take less money and benefits in fear of losing an opportunity or job...this also applies to senior executives.
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<content><![CDATA[Having worked with numerous job seekers over the years I have seen many people take less money and benefits in fear of losing an opportunity or job...this also applies to senior executives.

You do not get the remuneration you deserve...you only get the remuneration you negotiate, so never take the first offer. HR people are skilled at manipulating and driving down salary packages and are handsomely rewarded for doing so.

Conduct extensive research and know your REALISTIC &quot;value to the market&quot;, and refrain from discussing salary until an offer is near.  Ensure that you only discuss salary with the person who has the authority to negotiate your package and hire you.

Don&#39;t immediately accept the first offer...because that is what it is THE FIRST OFFER.  Simply say that you will do your research and come back to them within 24 hours.  You will gain more respect and have a chance to modify the offer by using this technique.

If you take $10,000 less to get the ideal job to think about the consequences. Your salary is then pegged to your current remuneration level...so taking $10,000 less actually multiplies out to $100,000 less over the next ten years. $100,000 of YOUR MONEY (try to honestly explain and justify that to your partner).

Employment is like a marriage with both parties needing to be happy with the arrangements, and if they are not we all know the tragic results that flow...


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<description><![CDATA[It&#39;s a tough gig...have no doubt about it, retrenching long term employees is a hard and thankless task.
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<content><![CDATA[It&#39;s a tough gig...have no doubt about it, retrenching long term employees is a hard and thankless task.

Redundancy is fraught with the unexpected as it is an emotional and often confronting situation for all parties.

Expect the unexpected (the lamb can quickly turn into a lion), plan the event very carefully and get professional advice from an experienced outplacement firm that can project manage all stages for you.

Never underestimated the personal impact of enforced workplace change on the affected people...develop plans to deal with violent or extremely emotional reactions as there is much an employer can do to mitigate the impact on former employees, staff that remain and customers in the wider world.

A poorly managed redundancy process can cause significant brand damage and undermine relationships with your local community and stakeholders if not carefully managed.

A professionally managed redundancy process can risk manage and minimise collateral damage often associated with a redundancy situation.


ACMA creates successful career-paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<content><![CDATA[Older workers are now welcomed across many sectors, which is a major change from five or more years ago.

This does not say that all employers embrace mature age candidates, however, change has been slow but starting to reflect in employment statistics.

Major companies in particular now have specific policies to ensure that older workers are actively recruited and included in their staffing initiatives. Smaller businesses lag in this area and it will need top-down pressure to make medium-size organisations recognise the benefits of hiring older workers.

With an ageing workforce and skills shortages occurring it makes a strong business case to employ older people who are experienced and bring practical wisdom into the workplace. 

Work directly under the guidance of a senior ACMA career management consultant to get the job you deserve.

Let ACMA provide you with a complete job search process and a comprehensive set of in-depth resources that you cannot obtain anywhere else. In most cases, we will shorten your job search time with SUPPORT and RESOURCES that only our clients can access.

&bull; Your own personal mature age job search case management consultant (aged over 50)...1 on 1 support

&bull; Comprehensive career review

&bull; Clearly developed ACTION PLAN

&bull; A completely different holistic approach

&bull; Superior guidance and technical advice

&bull; Interview training and salary negotiation

&bull; Long-term career safety net

Plus a REAL and GENUINE understanding of the unique needs of older workers...including 24/7 support.

An effective over 50 job search stems from a well-designed, well planned, well organised, and well-executed process. Much like any business process, there are many pieces to the puzzle. It all begins with having the right resources in place and the right advice on how to use them effectively.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<title><![CDATA[Graduate job seekers]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Many graduates are underprepared to transition into the workforce, and this can quickly translate into frustration and worst of all never actually using the university qualifications that they have worked so hard to obtain.
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<content><![CDATA[Many graduates are underprepared to transition into the workforce, and this can quickly translate into frustration and worst of all never actually using the university qualifications that they have worked so hard to obtain.

Graduates should start planning at least one year prior to graduation and seek professional assistance in order to avoid the predictable traps that numerous graduates fall into.

Employers are often unsympathetic to graduates and consider that unless they are work-ready they will not employ them (need to have previous experience). These issues can be avoided with proper planning, coaching and at least 12 months of preparation...the longer the better.

Just like any other workforce participant, career planning and initiatives should be viewed over 2, 3 and 5 year time spans.

Get your graduate career and graduate job search back on track and effective today!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<title><![CDATA[Online job applications (does it work?)]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[The internet provides a simple way of applying for jobs, as well as presenting yourself to numerous potential employers...but does it work?
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<content><![CDATA[The internet provides a simple way of applying for jobs and presenting yourself to numerous potential employers...but does it work?

With 70% of jobs never being advertised online or in the newspapers, it is time to rethink the whole process of online applications, which often really becomes a &quot;black hole&quot; of poor results.  Plus, with ATS (Application Tracking System) robots doing the initial shortlisting, often from 300 to 400 applications, what REAL chance do you have?

People give people jobs, not computers! Start talking to the right people in your target market today and stop applying online...it is much more effective.

Much has been written on the &quot;hidden job market,&quot; which is not a new concept, but it is where most jobs are found.

It&#39;s not easy, but it is a highly effective way of quickly finding your next job.

Professional assistance from a career development practitioner will give you the tools and techniques to turn your job search into a real career opportunity.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessments, research, and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

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<title><![CDATA[Who&#39;s afraid of interviews]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Interviews are like going to the dentist, we get nervous and think the worst, with the actual event usually not matching our fears.
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<content><![CDATA[Interviews are like going to the dentist, we get nervous and think the worst, with the actual event usually not matching our fears.

Look at an interview as a chat between two (or more) people to get an understanding of our professional competencies and skills. It is definitely not an exercise in &quot;scaring the daylights out of you&quot;.

For any transaction in life, there has to be a willing seller and a willing buyer. The interviewee is the product and you need to clearly articulate your potential benefit to the interviewer (employer).

Detailed preparation for an interview is the key to success and being offered the position.  The era of &ldquo;winging it&rdquo; belongs to the last century as the methods and tactics employers and recruiters use today are both complex and process-driven.

This is true for all levels of the workforce ranging from graduates to CEO&rsquo;s, and everything in between.

The 21st-century employment market has grown highly competitive and sophisticated.  Inadequate knowledge and preparation can result in lost opportunities, frustration and rejection.

1. An interview makes most people nervous...that in normal

2. Do your thorough preparation prior to the interview so that you are confident in your ability to effectively respond to most questions

3. When you arrive at the interview become TOTALLY FOCUSED on this task and nothing else (certainly not your feelings or emotions)

4. Your task over the next 60 minutes is to perform well and tell your story professionally...THAT IS YOUR JOB FOR THE NEXT 60 MINUTES...put everything else out of your mind

5. Relax...what is the worst that can happen

6. When answering questions PAUSE, then take a deep breath...relax your shoulders and slowly respond to the question

7. Remember an interview is simply a conversation between two parties wanting to find a common ground...if you do not get the job it is not the end of the world

8. View an interview as a learning experience whatever the outcome

Talk to ACMA, the INTERVIEW COACHING EXPERTS today!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Unlock your true career potential with ACMA&#39;s proven migrant career management program.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<title><![CDATA[Job search...is there a better way? YES!]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Most people simply apply to online job sites and hope for the best.
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<content><![CDATA[Most people simply apply to online job sites and hope for the best.

Applying online is not particularly scientific and is usually very disappointing. Accept the fact that most online job advertisements get hundreds of responses and then you might start to understand the odds (not very good).

How about research and connecting directly with employers that would actually need your skills and expertise?

How about talking to people in your industry sector about job opportunities?

How about limiting your efforts to a target market of employers in your region?

Just applying online is easy/lazy and mostly unproductive...there are many better ways and proven job search techniques designed to focus and escalate your ultimate job search outcomes.

That&#39;s why other people get the job they want and you don&#39;t.

Three facts:

1. It&rsquo;s not how you apply, it&rsquo;s who you know (and if you don&rsquo;t know someone, don&rsquo;t bother)

2. Companies are trying to fill a position with minimal risk, not discover someone who breaks the mould

3. The number of jobs you apply to has no correlation to whether you&rsquo;ll be considered, and you won&rsquo;t be considered for jobs you don&rsquo;t get the chance to apply for (hidden job market)

Accelerate your job search efficiency today...there are alternative pathways!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Forget the resume]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Have you ever wondered why people with lousy resumes (or in some cases no resume) still get a job?
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<content><![CDATA[Have you ever wondered why people with lousy resumes (or in some cases no resume) still get a job?

The answer is simple...your resume is not all that important. &quot;This blogger is mad&quot; I can hear you thinking!!! No, the reason is that your CV is only one component of probably 49 others that you need to get right.

You need a range of job search tools to get that ideal job (not just a good resume). Most people lack these tools and associated knowledge so they blame their resume.

So stop focusing on your CV and develop a diverse job search strategy and you will be pleasantly surprised at the results. Never forget that an effective job search is a complex matter...so simple solutions do not work.

ACMA&#39;s technology and strategies assist people throughout Australia to develop their careers by either getting a new job or promotion.

It&rsquo;s never too late to re-connect with your career passion &ndash; as long as you have the right resources and professional support!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

Read more information for migrant employment

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<title><![CDATA[Behavioural interviews explained]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[If you&#39;ve just answered the question, &quot;tell me about a time&quot; then you&#39;re probably facing a behavioural interviewer. What&#39;s a behavioural interview?
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<content><![CDATA[If you&#39;ve just answered the question, &quot;tell me about a time&quot; then you&#39;re probably facing a behavioural interviewer. 

What&#39;s a behavioural interview?

It&#39;s a well-proven recruitment tool based on the premise that what you&#39;ve done in the past will predict what you do in the future. There are definite do&#39;s and don&#39;ts when answering these questions and if you&#39;ve found yourself struggling for an answer in the &quot;past&quot; use the STAR formula.

What&#39;s behind behavioural interviews?

Good behavioural interviews are put together after careful on the job research. The recruiter &quot;benchmarks&quot; top performers in a role, isolates in detail the competencies required to perform that role, then writes questions to allow the interviewee to demonstrate those competencies.

How are you assessed in a behavioural interview?

You are judged on the &quot;quality&quot; of the example you provide. Under each competency, there&#39;s a set of behaviours that the recruiter will mentally, if not physically, be ticking off as you answer each question. You may be asked the same question in different ways to verify that your skills are well developed and that you&#39;ve used them consistently.

So how do I answer &quot;tell me about a time&quot;?

The answer to this question is exactly that&mdash;it&#39;s a story. The interviewer wants you to give an introduction, describe what you did and what happened in the end. You need to be specific in answering these questions. Not what you would do. Not what you usually do. Not what you do every day. But something you have actually done, and preferably an example from your work environment.

Why such specifics?

If you can provide recent examples that you can easily recall, you are actually demonstrating, rather than just claiming, you have the skills the interviewer is looking for.

How much detail should I give?

You need to provide detail about how you achieved something, but be cautious. Don&#39;t provide so much detail that you lose track of what you are talking about, but just enough to be credible; to reassure the interviewer you&#39;ve done what you say you have. If you don&#39;t provide detail then a good interviewer will ask probing (yet not leading) questions until they isolate the skills they require.


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<title><![CDATA[Don&#39;t listen to recruiters]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[It is a common misconception that recruiters are working in the interests of the applicants/candidates...WRONG, WRONG, WRONG!
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<content><![CDATA[It is a common misconception that recruiters are working in the interests of the applicants/candidates...WRONG, WRONG, WRONG!

Recruiters are not working for you.  They owe you nothing, so do not rely on their counsel or advice.  Recruiters are paid by the organisation they are recruiting for.  Treat them like real estate agents&hellip;if you buy a house through a real estate agent they are not working for your, rather the owner of the house that is paying their commission.  The role of recruiters is often confused by job seekers and whilst they are part of the chain, there is much more for you to do to drive your job search.

One can hardly blame job seekers since over the years many (and we stress not all) recruiters have been branded as uncaring and money-hungry who have their eyes set only on the bottom line. Whether there is a grain of truth to that belief or not, we can&rsquo;t say for sure but we certainly hear it a lot. However, what is known is that recruiters have been, and will continue to be, a viable resource for candidates. For this reason, recruiters shouldn&#39;t be dismissed, but instead appreciated for their role. 


	Respect what recruiters do. Although recruiters don&#39;t work for you, the good ones will work with you.  Recruiters have insider information on the specifications the hiring organisation is searching for, and the clues they provide are based on that knowledge.
	Respect what recruiters can&#39;t do for you. The recruiter&#39;s allegiance is to the hiring organisation. Therefore, he or she is going to spend his/her time and resources on scouting a candidate that fits the hiring organisation&#39;s specifications, not on finding you a job. That&rsquo;s why it is important to realise that recruiters are just one source of getting interviews. Your job search plan should include other methods of gaining employment as designed by your AMCA consultant.
	Respect the interview with a recruiter. Save your war stories for your local bartender. When you contact recruiters, be discriminating about the type of information you provide. A meeting with a recruiter is an interview. Don&#39;t allow the informality of the conversation to convince you otherwise. During a meeting with a recruiter you will be judged on your performance; therefore, be professional at all times.
	Respect a recruiter&#39;s time. When a recruiter has recommended you for a position, that means he or she has invested time in your career; therefore, respect their time, return their phone calls, and provide them feedback on the company after an interview. Recruiters are especially interested in knowing your interest level, your thoughts about the interviewer, the rundown of the interview process, and the next step agreed to by you and the company.
	Respect a recruiter&#39;s reputation. Recruiters aren&#39;t just out to fill a job order. Their credibility is dependent on the calibre of candidates they send on interviews. As a result, recruiters look for candidates who know what they want, present themselves professionally, and are out to win job offers.
	Recruiters want to work with candidates who want to work with them, not candidates who are having difficulty finding a job and want to be rescued. If you can effectively convey to a recruiter that you have a sincere interest in working with him or her, you&#39;ll find yourself in turn treated with respect. And remember recruiters often know about upcoming job opportunities long before they are generally publicly known so having a good relationship with 2 or 3 recruiters can put you ahead of everyone else.


Your ACMA career management consultant will guide you through this confusing job search maze!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Record your career achievements]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[In every job, you have always keep an up to date list of your achievements and training.
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<content><![CDATA[In every job, you have always keep an up to date list of your achievements and training.

Carefully document each year&#39;s accomplishments such as completed projects and positive feedback you have received from satisfied clients and managers.  Don&#39;t forget to record any training programs, conventions attended and other professional development activities that all contribute to and enhance your skills base and expertise.

Be prepared for when that promotion is near with all of this information at hand to strengthen your case.

If you decide to look outside your current employer then this information will validate and support your application for a new position.

A properly constructed portfolio of achievements and training is an invaluable tool for any career-focused person.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Sorry your application was unsuccessful]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[It&#39;s not a pleasant feeling when you are rejected for what you believe was your ideal job, and after you had put in a strong application and interview process.
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<content><![CDATA[It&#39;s not a pleasant feeling when you are rejected for what you believe was your ideal job, and after you had put in a strong application and interview process.

The lesson is simple...do not get emotionally attached to a possible job opportunity until you have actually been given the job (it is recommended that emotional attachment to any job is not healthy).

You need to be realistic and understand that it is normal for most people to have many jobs over the span of a working life. Do not take rejection personally, as there may be a variety of reasons (unknown to you) why they appointed an another (possibly inferior) candidate.

Remember that the best candidate does not necessarily get the job, with the recruitment process verging on dysfunctional in many ways...it&#39;s just the way it is.

Send this letter AFTER you have received a rejection letter (you never know what may happen in the future).


Hi XXX,

I have long admired your company, its services and market position, which is why I applied for the XXX position.

While of course, I was disappointed to learn that I was not invited for an interview, I appreciate that there were probably many high-quality candidates for you to chose from.

I hope that you&#39;ll keep me in mind for future opportunities, as I know XYZ is growing.

I&#39;d love the chance to put my skills to work for an organisation I admire.

A job search is a long hard road with rejection and opportunity all part of the journey!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Migrant jobs]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[The selection by Australian employers of migrant candidates is based on a range of factors published in the ABS Survey of Characteristics of Recent Migrants.

This is a fascinating topic as ACMA works with numerous migrants throughout Australia and many of these issues keep recurring year after year, with this study being a formal attempt to identify some of these vexed issues.

 

 

 

 
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<content><![CDATA[The selection by Australian employers of migrant candidates is based on a range of factors published in the ABS Survey of Characteristics of Recent Migrants.

This is a fascinating topic as ACMA works with numerous migrants throughout Australia and many of these issues keep recurring year after year, with this study being a formal attempt to identify some of these vexed issues.

To what extent do employers take qualifications into account when they are considering employing recent migrants and temporary workers from overseas?  In our own consultations with employers we find that, although they require formal qualifications for registered and licensed occupations and occupations that necessarily require high levels of formal education (as they do for local workers), these are only the first considerations.

The extent of migrants&rsquo; role-related experience and their levels of expertise as affirmed by prior employers are critical considerations. For those occupations which are not licensed the story is the same.

It is the amount of experience and the level of expertise with specific technologies or programs that are taken into consideration. For some companies, it is local experience and local knowledge that is required.

The ability to speak English, communicate well and fit into the culture of the organisation are other important considerations. This issue seems to apply to those from some non-Western and non-Caucasian cultures more than those from Western cultures.

If it is the extent of specific role-related experience and expertise that are the deciding factors rather than qualifications, then we might be justified in saying that insistence on qualifications for certain visas may be misplaced.

The story is mixed, however. Although qualifications may not be the deciding factor in whether or not someone gets a job, they may be necessary for getting individuals shortlisted, at least for regulated occupations and occupations requiring high levels of underpinning theoretical knowledge.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<description><![CDATA[ACMA has developed methods to assist people to systematically write focused key selection criteria and capability statement responses in accordance with strict public sector job application protocols.
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<content><![CDATA[ACMA has developed methods to assist people in systematically writing focused key selection criteria or capability statement responses in accordance with strict public sector job application protocols.

Most Federal, State and Local Government bodies, plus other government-funded institutions and like organisations require three components to a position application &ndash; application letter, detailed resume/CV and written response to each key selection criteria (KSC) or capability statement as set out in the position description.

If you are not prepared to go to this level of detail then do not apply &ndash; you are simply wasting your time.

There are four broad areas that could affect how the quality of your response will be viewed:


	The contextual relevance of the situation;
	The complexity of the task;
	The process used in the action taken; and
	Outcomes achieved from the action.


The life of a public sector application will &quot;live or die&quot; on the standard of the response to the key selection criteria or capability statement.

In other words, the best candidate with a poor key KSC or capability statement response probably won&#39;t get an interview (or obviously the job).

Many high-quality candidates miss out on public sector positions simply because their KSC or capability statement response was deficient.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns, Darwin or Auckland offices.

Read more information for migrant employment

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<title><![CDATA[Career change services revolution]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Career change services in Australia have been revolutionised with the development of ACMA&#39;s cloud-based online career management system.
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<content><![CDATA[Career change services in Australia have been revolutionised with the development of ACMA&#39;s cloud-based online career management system.

People going through career change no longer have to attend a CBD office and wait a week or more between consultations. ACMA&#39;s online career management system allows them to work 1 on 1 with their dedicated consultant from anywhere and at any time...7 days per week.

The system allows 1 on 1 contact online via both computer and smartphone access, plus a 24/7 1800 telephone HOTLINE SUPPORT facility.

Convenience is one advantage, the other is the ability to move FAST in critical circumstances, such a being invited to an interview tomorrow. If this occurs the consultant can immediately initiate the interview preparation/training module to prepare the person for the next day&#39;s interview.

This technology allows ACMA to work with any person throughout Australia no matter how remote (or local) their location might be.

Career change services in your lounge room...now that is a great idea!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Career change advice]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Career change is one of the most important initiatives you will undertake throughout your adult life...so you had better get it right.
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<content><![CDATA[Career change is one of the most important initiatives you will undertake throughout your adult life...so you had better get it right.

The term &quot;career change&quot; is a short and simple two-word phrase that does not adequately reflect the complexity and difficulty involved in changing your career.

Statistics show that most people will have up to six career changes throughout their working life, so it is not uncommon.  What is common is for people to get it wrong and settle for something much less in career advancement and remuneration.

Career satisfaction is an important consideration that underpins your self-esteem and mental health, plus your loved one&#39;s financial security...so there is a lot at stake.

IT IS NOT SIMPLY A MATTER OF GETTING ANOTHER JOB!

Multiple factors including your personal values need to be addressed, and if you get just one factor wrong then disastrous consequences may follow.

A typical career change can have up to fifty separate components that need to be aligned, including your psychometric profile and mental resilience.

Your current occupation and seniority are irrelevant, as all of the above applies to any level of the workforce or occupation.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Executive career development]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Career development is one of the most important initiatives you will undertake throughout your executive career...so you had better get it right.
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<content><![CDATA[Career development is one of the most important initiatives you will undertake throughout your executive career...so you had better get it right.

The term &quot;career development&quot; is a short and simple two-word phrase that does not adequately reflect the complexity and difficulty involved in driving your career.

Statistics show that many executives will have up to six career changes throughout their working life, so it is not uncommon. What is common is for people to get it wrong and settle for something much less in career advancement and remuneration.

Career satisfaction is an important consideration that underpins your self-esteem and mental health, plus your loved ones financial security...so there is a lot at stake.

IT IS NOT SIMPLY A MATTER OF GETTING ANOTHER JOB!

Many factors including your personal values need to be addressed, and if you get just one factor wrong then disastrous consequences may follow.

Executive career development can have multiple components that need to be aligned, including your psychometric profile and mental resilience.

Your current occupation and seniority is not a guarantee for future career progression.  All of the above applies to any executive level and/or sector.

Engage professional executive career development assistance to ensure that your career never stagnates.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Career counsellor]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Career counsellors can be found across many sectors including private consulting, education, government and business.  They often have different titles which can be confusing to the average person, and certainly is not indicative of their individual level of expertise.
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<content><![CDATA[Career counsellors can be found across many sectors including private consulting, education, government and business.  They often have different titles which can be confusing to the average person, and certainly is not indicative of their individual level of expertise.

You may be wondering if there is any distinction between these titles, or which is the best to use.

There is really no rule about this; several titles are commonly applied and are equally acceptable. &ldquo;Career Consultant&rdquo;, &quot;Career Practitioner&quot; and &ldquo;Careers Officer&rdquo; are also quite common. These titles do not represent different kinds or levels of service, so you can use whichever title you prefer unless the organisation you work for has some official designation for the job. In the case of a school teacher who is involved in careers education but does not undertake one-to-one career counselling, &ldquo;Careers Teacher&rdquo; seems the most appropriate title.

Some practitioners, such as Human Resource Officers, may carry out many of the same activities as others involved with career development work, but their positions presuppose a primary responsibility to the company or organisation which employs them, rather than to the job applicant as an individual.

Nevertheless, Career Development professionals in personalised one-to-one career guidance work are careful to protect the interests of employees (job applicants), and realise that careful matching of individual and job serves the best interests of both the organisation and the employee.

It needs to be noted that not all Career Practitioners are the same and that all have identical skill levels...some only work in the initial assessment, others in resume writing and professional companies that provide a total service through to Executive Coaching.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Executive career services revolution]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Executive career services in Australia have been revolutionised with the development of ACMA&#39;s cloud based online career management system.
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<content><![CDATA[Executive career services in Australia have been revolutionised with the development of ACMA&#39;s cloud-based online career management system.

Executives going through career change no longer have to attend a CBD office and wait a week or more between consultations. ACMA&#39;s online career management system allows them to work 1 on 1 with their dedicated career consultant from anywhere and at any time...7 days per week.

The system allows 1 on 1 contact online via both computer and smartphone access, plus a 24/7 1800 telephone HOTLINE SUPPORT facility.

Convenience is one advantage, the other is the ability to move FAST in critical circumstances, such a being invited to an interview tomorrow. If this occurs the consultant can immediately initiate the interview preparation/training module to prepare the person for the next day&#39;s interview.

This technology allows ACMA to work with any person throughout Australia no matter how remote (or local) their location might be.

Executive career services in your lounge room...now that is a great idea!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Migrant career services revolution]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Migrant career services in Australia have been revolutionised with the development of ACMA&#39;s cloud based online career management system.
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<content><![CDATA[Migrant career services in Australia have been revolutionised with the development of ACMA&#39;s cloud-based online career management system.

Migrants going through career change no longer have to attend a CBD office and wait a week or more between consultations. ACMA&#39;s online career management system allows them to work 1 on 1 with their dedicated consultant from anywhere and at any time...7 days per week.

The system allows 1 on 1 contact online via both computer and smartphone access, plus a 24/7 1800 telephone HOTLINE SUPPORT facility.

Convenience is one advantage, the other is the ability to move FAST in critical circumstances, such a being invited to an interview tomorrow. If this occurs the consultant can immediately initiate the interview preparation/training module to prepare the person for the next day&#39;s interview.

This technology allows ACMA to work with any person throughout Australia no matter how remote (or local) their location might be.

Migrant career services in your lounge room...now that is a great idea!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation



Contact us
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<link>https://www.career-manage.com.au/blog/graduate-career-services-revolution_102s69</link>
<title><![CDATA[Graduate career services revolution]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Graduate career services in Australia have been revolutionised with the development of ACMA&#39;s cloud based online career management system.
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<content><![CDATA[Graduates going through career change no longer have to attend a CBD office and wait a week or more between consultations.

ACMA&#39;s online career management system called &quot;CAREER TALK&quot; allows them to work 1 on 1 with their dedicated consultant from anywhere and at any time...7 days per week.

The system allows 1 on 1 contact online via both computer and smartphone access, plus a 24/7 1800 telephone HOTLINE SUPPORT facility.

Convenience is one advantage, the other is the ability to move FAST in critical circumstances, such a being invited to an interview tomorrow. If this occurs the consultant can immediately initiate the interview preparation/training module to prepare the person for the next day&#39;s interview.

This technology allows ACMA to work with any person throughout Australia no matter how remote (or local) their location might be.

Graduate career services in your lounge room...now that is a great idea!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Mature age career services revolution]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Mature age career services in Australia have been revolutionised with the development of ACMA&#39;s cloud based online career management system.
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<content><![CDATA[&shy;&shy;Mature age career services in Australia have been revolutionised with the development of ACMA&#39;s cloud-based online career management system.

The words &#39;career change&#39; easily roll off the tongue, from then on it becomes very complex.

Mature age people going through career dislocation no longer have to attend a CBD office and wait a week or more between consultations. ACMA&#39;s online career management system allows them to work 1 on 1 with their dedicated consultant from anywhere and at any time...7 days per week.

Now for the really good news&hellip;you will only be assigned a career consultant who is middle aged, qualified, experienced and completely understands the life issues that older workers face (not a &ldquo;know all&rdquo; blond bombshell trying to tell you how to run your life).

The system allows 1 on 1 contact online via both computer and smartphone access, plus a 24/7 1800 telephone HOTLINE SUPPORT facility.

Convenience is one advantage, the other is the ability to move FAST in critical circumstances, such a being invited to an interview tomorrow. If this occurs the consultant can immediately initiate the interview preparation/training module to prepare the person for the next day&#39;s interview.

Career change is about getting a &quot;good outcome&quot; not simply finding a new job...people often confuse the two. It&rsquo;s about possibly moving into a completely new sector or occupation and certainly involves challenging your personal comfort zone.

Professional assessment and intensive research are required to identify current transferable skills, or to develop a strategy to gain the necessary skills and additional qualifications.

Identifying companies and sectors that have growth is also critical to a person&#39;s long term career prospects.

Mature age career services in your lounge room...now that is a great idea!

Career change for older people can be a highly rewarding life-transforming journey or a disaster...it all depends on how you manage your career change and transition process.

Let ACMA assist you to obtain a great career change as easily as possible!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Career development revolution]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Career development services in Australia have been revolutionised with the development of ACMA&#39;s cloud based online career management system.
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<content><![CDATA[Career development services in Australia have been revolutionised with the development of ACMA&#39;s cloud-based online career management system.

People going through career development no longer have to attend a CBD office and wait a week or more between consultations. ACMA&#39;s online career management system &quot;CAREER TALK&quot; allows them to work 1 on 1 with their dedicated consultant from anywhere and at any time...7 days per week.

The system allows 1 on 1 contact online via both computer and smartphone access, plus a 24/7 1800 telephone HOTLINE SUPPORT facility.

Convenience is one advantage, the other is the ability to move FAST in critical circumstances, such a being invited to an interview tomorrow. If this occurs the consultant can immediately initiate the interview preparation/training module to prepare the person for the next day&#39;s interview.

This technology allows ACMA to work with any person throughout Australia no matter how remote (or local) their location might be.

Career development services in your lounge room...now that is a great idea!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Career services revolution]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Career services in Australia have been revolutionised with the development of ACMA&#39;s cloud based online career management system.
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<content><![CDATA[Career services in Australia have been revolutionised with the development of ACMA&#39;s cloud-based online career management system.

People needing career services no longer have to attend a CBD office and wait a week or more between consultations. ACMA&#39;s online career management system &quot;CAREER TALK&quot; allows them to work 1 on 1 with their dedicated consultant from anywhere and at any time...7 days per week.

The system allows 1 on 1 contact online via both computer and smartphone access, plus a 24/7 1800 telephone HOTLINE SUPPORT facility.

Convenience is one advantage, the other is the ability to move FAST in critical circumstances, such a being invited to an interview tomorrow. If this occurs the consultant can immediately initiate the interview preparation/training module to prepare the person for the next day&#39;s interview.

This technology allows ACMA to work with any person throughout Australia no matter how remote (or local) their location might be.

Career services in your lounge room...now that is a great idea!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Career management services revolution]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Career management services in Australia have been revolutionised with the development of ACMA&#39;s cloud-based online career management system...&quot;Career Talk&quot;.
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<content><![CDATA[Career management services in Australia have been revolutionised with the development of ACMA&#39;s cloud-based online career management system...&quot;Career Talk&quot;.

People going through career management no longer have to attend a CBD office and wait a week or more between consultations. ACMA&#39;s online career management system allows them to work 1 on 1 with their dedicated consultant from anywhere and at any time...7 days per week.

The system allows 1 on 1 contact online via both computer and smartphone access, plus a 24/7 1800 telephone HOTLINE SUPPORT facility.

Convenience is one advantage, the other is the ability to move FAST in critical circumstances, such a being invited to an interview tomorrow. If this occurs the consultant can immediately initiate the interview preparation/training module to prepare the person for the next day&#39;s interview.

This technology allows ACMA to work with any person throughout Australia no matter how remote (or local) their location might be.

Find the job you want...

Career management services in your lounge room...now that is a great idea!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Executive career revolution]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Executive career services in Australia have been revolutionised with the development of ACMA&#39;s cloud based online career management system.
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<content><![CDATA[Executive career services in Australia have been revolutionised with the development of ACMA&#39;s cloud based online career management system.

Executives going through career development no longer have to attend a CBD office and wait a week or more between consultations. ACMA&#39;s online career management system allows them to work 1 on 1 with their dedicated consultant from anywhere and at any time...7 days per week.

The system allows 1 on 1 contact online via both computer and smartphone access, plus a 24/7 1800 telephone HOTLINE SUPPORT facility.

Convenience is one advantage, the other is the ability to move FAST in critical circumstances, such a being invited to an interview tomorrow. If this occurs the consultant can immediately initiate the interview preparation/training module to prepare the person for the next day&#39;s interview.

This technology allows ACMA to work with any person throughout Australia no matter how remote (or local) their location might be.

Executive career services in your lounge room...now that is a great idea!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Career change basics]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Career change can be a life changing event or a personal disaster if you get it wrong.
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<content><![CDATA[Career change can be a life-changing event or a personal disaster if you get it wrong.

Career change can be broken down into the following components:


	Have a clear vision of where you want to be in 3 to 5 years time
	Identify your transferable skills
	Match your personality style and values to the future position and sector
	Conduct thorough research until you have a detailed understanding of your career direction
	Gather intelligence from colleagues and friends
	Try to link your leisure activities to your next role
	Network, network and network


Career change is challenging and easy to miscalculate...make sure that you get the best possible outcome by seeking professional advice and support.

Just because you are highly skilled at your job, does not necessarily mean that you are skilled at career change/job search...MOST PEOPLE ARE NOT. 


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[After retrenchment jobsearch]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[After retrenchment, job search can be a difficult, lengthy and frustrating business and it is best if you plan on the basis that it will be...you require a plan of action and self-discipline to see the plan through.
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<content><![CDATA[After retrenchment, job search can be a difficult, lengthy and frustrating business and it is best if you plan on the basis that it will be...you require a plan of action and self-discipline to see the plan through.

On leaving your present job, you may be tempted to take a holiday. In a highly competitive job market, holidays may not be in your best interests in that a break may persuade you that you can put off until tomorrow job search action which should be taken today. It is often possible to arrange to take a break before you start a newly accepted position.

Review your job search activities regularly, say once a week. Ask yourself what have you done in the previous week about getting a new job and what are you planning to do next week. Your answers must be positive and honest.

The longer you are out of work the more tedious the job search becomes. The first, second and even the third weeks are simple. So perhaps are the first four or five interviews. But you must sound as fresh and enthusiastic in your twentieth interview as you did in the first. A jaded or desperate performance could lose you the offer of a job.

For those people who have been out of work for an extended period, we recommend that you accept any reasonable offer of a job that you can do and would more or less enjoy doing - even if it is not ideal. There is little satisfaction in being the best engineer or sales manager who is out of work. Your career plan can then be implemented in the future to obtain that ultimate ideal position (it is much easier to find a new position whilst you are currently employed).

Job hunting requires the same amount of effort (if not more) as you expended in the position you have vacated. Only through good self-organisation and self-discipline can you effectively meet the challenge.

Finally, we want to re-emphasis three points:


	How essential it is to adopt a planned and disciplined approach to job search.  By all means, be flexible and adapt your style to experience and circumstances, but be clear that your objective is to re-join the workforce as quickly as possible.
	Your capability to find another position quickly is directly proportional to the amount of effort you are prepared to expend on the problem.
	The connection between the number of applications (targeted) and ultimate results cannot be ignored.


Obtaining professional assistance will accelerate your job search and achieve much better career outcomes.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Job market]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[The job market can be confusing, however, your future career will not take care of itself - you must get out and grab the opportunities.
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<content><![CDATA[The job market can be confusing, however, your future career will not take care of itself - you must get out and grab the opportunities.

In the job market (any market), the seller and buyer are brought together by mutual interest and the benefit they can be to each other. The buyer wants what the seller has to offer; the seller wants the best offer he can get for it. There may be some haggling, but in the end, if both sides are satisfied, a transaction takes place. In short, both sides want something; both have something to offer.

Recruitment is just such a market process. The employer is offering a job. He wants to attract the best possible candidate by making it as inviting as possible.

The candidates for their part each want to convince the employer that they are just right for the job, and that they are better than any of the other candidates.

As in all markets, there are two sides to the deal, and it takes salesmanship and negotiation to bring them together. Each side has its own weaknesses to guard against, its own aces up its sleeve.

You must also remember that in today&#39;s extremely competitive market, you must take the initiative when it comes to finding a new job and you must do this in a distinctive way so that you stand out from the crowd.

Obtaining professional assistance will accelerate your job search and achieve much better career outcomes.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Redundancy warning]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Employers considering retrenchment beware of what most lawyers neglect to advise you!
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<content><![CDATA[Employers considering retrenchment beware of what most lawyers neglect to advise you!

All employers and their legal advisers should by now be well aware of the onerous requirements of the Fairwork Act and Industrial Manslaughter laws and the need for careful compliance.

However, a bigger issue lurks for the unwary employer going through a redundancy program.

Not only is compliance with the Fairwork Act essential at all stages, but understanding potential Common Law liabilities is also critical as employers may be exposed to unlimited Common Law payments if things go really wrong.

There is legal precedent where the Supreme Court in Victoria awarded $350,000 compensation to the widow of a retrenched employee who committed suicide two weeks after leaving his employer.

Make sure you get the right legal advice and become properly informed.


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Career stagnation and AI is coming fast]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Don&#39;t let your career stagnate with the resultant loss of personal pride and remuneration; AI is on the march.
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<content><![CDATA[Don&#39;t let your career stagnate with the resultant loss of personal pride and remuneration; AI is on the march.

The easiest thing to do is stay in a job year after year with minimal progression or career fulfilment...that is what many people do.

If you are consistently passed over for that promotion, get a better position with another company.

Are you constantly upgrading your qualifications and gaining new expertise?

Do you have a current Career Plan looking to where you want your career to be in 3-5 years?

If a friend earns more money than you, find out how they achieved their current status.

Are you restless for career development, or is it simply all just too hard?

These are all critical issues for any career-focused person to honestly examine.  Your career is your greatest asset... it pays for your house, car, children&#39;s education, holidays, and retirement.

If you are in a rut (career stagnation), take action now.  The years slip by very quickly, and lost income and prestige may not be easily recouped.

Some people use excuses such as family responsibilities, lack of time or money for additional education, and similar reasons.  The fact is that your career is your responsibility... nurture and grow it, and reap the rewards.

Engage professional career management assistance from ACMA to ensure that your career never stagnates.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Executive career planning]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[You could not build a house without a plan and you cannot build a successful executive career without a plan...its as simple as that!
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<content><![CDATA[You could not build a house without a plan and you cannot build a successful executive career without a plan...its as simple as that!

Successful executive careers are not built on &quot;happenstance&quot;...ask any successful person.

Think of the &quot;building a house&quot; analogy and start with the foundations such as your current qualifications and expertise...who would want them in the next 3 to 5 years.

Can your current position/occupation be outsourced and what alternatives are available to you should this occur.  Revolutionary changes are happening this very moment in every workplace with technology and downsizing driving mammoth workplace and structural change across the globe.


	Research industry sectors that have growth, not contraction, and are well resourced.
	Examine the human resource practices and values of potential companies that you would like to work for.
	Connect with people you know that can give you good intelligence on all of the above factors. 
	What income level do you need to support your lifestyle?
	Value proposition clearly demonstrates to employers and recruiters your unique value, offering and potential to the market.
	Career mapping  &quot;Where do I see myself in five years?&rdquo; You may be drawn to the idea of launching your own business or perhaps you want a complete career change or an internal promotion within your existing company. But how do you get there? It is not a straight pathway.


Once you have completed these tasks you are ready to start planning...don&#39;t take shortcuts or make uninformed assumptions.

Executive career planning should be done on 3 to 5-year timeframes, anything else can be unrealistic.  Your career plan is a researched and achievable document, not a heroic prediction (look at it as your personal career GPS system).

Engage professional executive career management assistance to ensure that your career never stagnates.

Partner with us TODAY to commence a managed journey of discovery to achieve the ultimate executive career success.

Click this link for written success stories


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful executive career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when executive career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY


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<title><![CDATA[Graduate career planning]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[You could not build a house without a plan and you cannot build a successful professional career without a plan...its as simple as that!
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<content><![CDATA[You could not build a house without a plan and you cannot build a successful professional career without a plan...its as simple as that!

Successful graduate careers are not built on &quot;happenstance&quot;...ask any successful person.

Think of the &quot;building a house&quot; analogy and start with the foundations such as your current qualifications and expertise...who would want them in the next 3 to 5 years.

Can your current position/occupation be outsourced and what alternatives are available to you should this occur. Revolutionary changes are happening this very moment in every workplace with technology and downsizing driving mammoth workplace and structural change across the globe.

Research industry sectors that have growth, not a contraction, and are well resourced.

Examine the human resource practices and values of potential companies that you would like to work for.

Connect with people you know that can give you good intelligence on all of the above factors.

What income level do you need to support your lifestyle?

Once you have completed these tasks you are ready to start planning...don&#39;t take shortcuts or make uninformed assumptions.

Graduate career planning should be done on 3 to 5-year timeframes, anything else can be unrealistic. Your career plan is a researched and achievable document, not a heroic prediction (look at it as your personal career GPS system).

Engage professional career management assistance to ensure that your career never stagnates.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation




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<title><![CDATA[Migrant career planning]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[You could not build a house without a plan and you cannot build a successful professional career without a plan...its as simple as that...plus it is twice as difficult for new arrivals to Australia.
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<content><![CDATA[You could not build a house without a plan and you cannot build a successful professional career without a plan...its as simple as that...plus it is twice as difficult for new arrivals to Australia.

Successful migrant careers are not built on &quot;happenstance&quot;...ask any successful person from a migrant background.

Think of the &quot;building a house&quot; analogy and start with the foundations such as your current qualifications and expertise...who would want them in the next 3 to 5 years.

Can your current position/occupation be outsourced and what alternatives are available to you should this occur. Revolutionary changes are happening this very moment in every workplace with technology and downsizing driving mammoth workplace and structural change across the globe.

Research industry sectors that have growth, not contraction, and are well resourced.

Examine the human resource practices and values of potential companies that you would like to work for.

Connect with people you know that can give you good intelligence on all of the above factors.

What income level do you need to support your lifestyle?

Once you have completed these tasks you are ready to start planning...don&#39;t take shortcuts or make uninformed assumptions.

Migrant career planning should be done on 3 to 5-year timeframes, anything else can be unrealistic. Your career plan is a researched and achievable document, not a heroic prediction (look at it as your personal career GPS system).

Engage professional career management assistance to ensure that your career in Australia is dynamic.

 

WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career-paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Mature age career planning]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[You could not build a house without a plan and you cannot build a successful mature age career without a plan...its as simple as that!
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<content><![CDATA[You could not build a house without a plan and you cannot build a successful mature age career without a plan...its as simple as that!

Successful mature age careers are not built on &quot;happenstance&quot;...ask any successful mature age person.

Think of the &quot;building a house&quot; analogy and start with the foundations such as your current qualifications and expertise...who would want them in the next 3 to 5 years.

Can your current position/occupation be outsourced and what alternatives are available to you should this occur. Revolutionary changes are happening this very moment in every workplace with technology and downsizing driving mammoth workplace and structural change across the globe.

Research industry sectors that have growth, not contraction, and are well resourced.

Examine the human resource practices and values of potential companies that you would like to work for.

Connect with people you know that can give you good intelligence on all of the above factors.

What income level do you need to support your lifestyle?

Once you have completed of these tasks you are ready to start planning...don&#39;t take shortcuts or make uninformed assumptions.

Mature age career planning should be done on 3 to 5-year timeframes, anything else can be unrealistic. Your career plan is a researched and achievable document, not a heroic prediction (look at it as your personal career GPS system).

Engage professional career management assistance to ensure that your career never stagnates.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Online career advice services]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Identify your career path, develop your career plan or get that better job and salary from the comfort of your home...from anywhere.
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<content><![CDATA[Identify your career path, develop your career plan or get that better job and salary from the comfort of your home...from anywhere.

ACMA&#39;s unique online career management system &quot;CAREER TALK&quot; allows people to access professional career support services to change or develop their careers.

Now you can effectively manage your career transition from ANYWHERE - ANYTIME with ACMA&#39;s advanced technology and exclusive interactive online systems (even from your iPhone or Smartphone)...cost-effective and easy, start today...all personally managed by your own career development consultant.

Professional career guidance expertise in your lounge room...now that&#39;s a great idea!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Online career development]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Identify your career path, develop your career plan or get that better job and salary from the comfort of your home...from anywhere.
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<content><![CDATA[Identify your career path, develop your career plan or get that better job and salary from the comfort of your home...from anywhere.

ACMA&#39;s unique online career management system allows people to access professional career support services to change or develop their careers.

Now you can effectively manage your career transition from ANYWHERE - ANYTIME with ACMA&#39;s advanced technology and exclusive interactive online systems (even from your iPhone or Smartphone)...cost-effective and easy, start today...all personally managed by your own career development consultant.

Whether you&rsquo;re an executive, graduate, mature-age candidate, newly arrived migrant, manual worker, professional, expatriate, retrenched, unemployed, career changer, frustrated with your current job or simply looking to maximise your career options - we can assist you to find the right job, faster.

Have a quick look at our online &quot;CAREER TALK&quot; system features...enjoy the magic of 21st-century technology today!

Professional career guidance expert in your lounge room...now that&#39;s a great idea!

WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Online career change to avoid the AI wipeout]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Identify your career path and develop your career plan to avoid AI workplace changes. All from the comfort of your home...from anywhere.
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<content><![CDATA[Identify your career path and develop your career plan to avoid AI workplace changes. All from the comfort of your home...from anywhere.

ACMA&#39;s unique online career management system &quot;CAREER TALK&quot; allows people to access professional career support services to change or develop their careers.

Now you can effectively manage your career transition from ANYWHERE - ANYTIME with ACMA&#39;s advanced technology and exclusive interactive online systems (even from your iPhone or Smartphone)...cost-effective and easy, start today...all personally managed by your own career development consultant.

Professional career guidance expertise in your lounge room...now that&#39;s a great idea!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Phantom jobs]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Many advertised jobs are not real opportunities...DID YOU KNOW THAT!
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<content><![CDATA[Many advertised jobs are not real opportunities.

DID YOU KNOW THAT!

People often become confused and angry when they apply for an ideally matched advertised job and fail to get an invitation for an interview, or worse go through a full interview process and still miss out.

The reason is that many advertised jobs are only on the net or in the press to comply with organisational protocols requiring all vacancies to be advertised (this occurs in both the private and public sectors).

Genuine candidates diligently apply when an internal candidate has already been selected.

Recruiters are also offenders in advertising jobs that don&#39;t currently exist...simply to get potential candidates listed on their databases...similar to real estate agents advertising properties for sale that are not.

Phantom jobs are a huge issue and barrier for genuine job seekers.

Let ACMA will show you how to minimise your exposure to this time-wasting and demotivating employer/recruiter practices.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Career accomplishments]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Concise stories of your career achievements are a powerful tool to present yourself as an OUTSTANDING CANDIDATE.
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<content><![CDATA[Concise stories of your career achievements are a powerful tool to present yourself as an OUTSTANDING CANDIDATE.

We all have career accomplishments that are simply stories about our successes in the workplace.  Unfortunately, most people do not understand how to articulate these achievements, either verbally or in writing.

Actual career achievement stories validate your claim for future employment opportunities (internal promotions or external moves).

Clearly stated achievements on your resume or at interviews can quickly demonstrate your skills and potential value to a future employer.

People often say that &quot;I don&#39;t like to brag&quot;.  Well in the employment situation if you don&#39;t state your achievements nobody will know your value to the market...SO GET OVER IT.

Carefully constructed examples of your past accomplishments should be the foundation of everyone&#39;s ongoing career development strategies.

Let ACMA assist you to develop your career accomplishment stories into a compelling and dynamic statement for that next promotion or career change.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Graduate jobs trap]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[The longer graduates delay in achieving their transition into the workforce, then their chance of developing a career in their chosen field diminishes at an alarming rate.
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<content><![CDATA[The longer graduates delay in achieving their transition into the workforce, then their chance of developing a career in their chosen field diminishes at an alarming rate.

Research shows that it can take some graduates up to five years to find a career position; with other independent studies showing that 30% never actually achieve their career goals.

Why does this occur?

The 21st-century workplace is complex and sophisticated, producing a highly technical recruitment process that often leaves graduates lost and bewildered.  Consequently, many graduates fail to obtain their ideal placement simply due to a lack of understanding and preparedness for the application process.

Whilst most educational institutions have career counselling etc. it is simply not enough for many graduates...with most student career departments being under-resourced and often out of touch with contemporary mainstream recruitment systems and requirements.

Transitioning effectively into the workforce is a huge and critical step for any graduate and vital for that person&#39;s long term career development, personal satisfaction, income and much more...

Let ACMA assist you to obtain that first graduate placement as quickly as possible!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Career change strategy]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Career change are two simple words for a very complex process!
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<content><![CDATA[The words career change easily role of the tongue, from then on it becomes very complex.  Think skills, expertise, personality, time of life, geographical limitations, strengths, weaknesses, values, education, qualifications, team skills, leadership skills, soft skills, literacy skills, numeracy skills, employment history and much more...

Career change and/or career development (at any stage or level) need to be carefully managed to get the right outcome for each person. The 21st-century employment market has grown highly competitive and sophisticated.  Inadequate knowledge and preparation can result in lost opportunities, frustration and rejection.  People often settle for less with a resultant loss in income, job satisfaction and career path.

Career change is about getting a &quot;good outcome&quot; not simply finding a new job...people often confuse the two.  It&#39;s about moving into a completely new sector or occupation and certainly involves challenging your personal comfort zone.

Professional assessment and intensive research are required to identify current transferable skills, or to develop a strategy to gain the necessary skills and additional qualifications.

Identifying companies and sectors that have growth are also critical to a person&#39;s long-term career prospects.

As previously stated career change is a complex process to get right and may require a number of steps over a period of time to properly finalise.  Specialised career and strategy planning to effectively manage the process is the key to a satisfactory outcome.

ACMA has also developed an extensive online library of over 150 career development/job search resources and tools that ensure clients have access to the latest international and local vocational information, plus current occupational research and technical methods in order to systemise and accelerate the career management/job search process.

Career development success is achieved not just in knowing the right strategies, but in applying them in a consistent, systematic and proven manner...building a satisfying career is much easier if you have the right guidance.

A typical job seeker&#39;s approach is often haphazard and unfocused, blended with a complete lack of career management knowledge.  People report applying for numerous jobs and not getting a reply, let alone an interview or a job.  A huge amount of time and emotion are expended for little or no results, leading to disappointment, loss of income and self-esteem.

Career change is a specialist field managed by experienced and tertiary qualified professionals (contrast this with the above paragraph).

It can be a highly rewarding life-transforming journey or a disaster...it all depends on how you manage your career change and transition process.

A career change can be likened to a fifty-piece jigsaw puzzle!  You have to get all the pieces fitting perfectly or nothing will be achieved.

A clear strategy, involving self-discipline and personal resilience is the foundation of a successful career change.

Wow! You make it sound so hard (people say).  Well, that&#39;s the inconvenient truth...failure is easy.

The willingness to listen and learn from a career management professional is the key to success.  Tips from good-hearted family and friends can quickly sabotage your career change.  Everyone knows a little about job search, but only a professional knows A LOT and what is relevant to you.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Love your job]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[What are you really good at? If you aren&#39;t doing that in your career, then why not?
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<content><![CDATA[What are you really good at? If you aren&#39;t doing that in your career, then why not?

Many people dislike their employment and never do anything about it (other than complaining), work to them is a weekly painful experience...it doesn&#39;t need to be so.

Lots of people enjoy their careers and gain immense pleasure during their working time, which tends to make them a more balanced person who can then really enjoy their weekends and holidays.

The sad fact is that most people sell themselves short not understanding or knowing their talents and worth. Therefore if a person cannot identify and articulate these basics in themselves, how can a prospective employer quickly understand the future potential of such a candidate.

Hence you see dissatisfaction in the workforce with &ldquo;round pegs in square holes&rdquo; simply because of the lack of fundamental understanding of who they are, what they have and what they are worth.

Use this formula to start exploring your inner self and potential career pathways:

T+P+E*V

T = Talent
P = Passion
E = Environment
V = Vision

Human potential is unlimited! What about yours?

Let ACMA assist you to develop a happy and meaningful career!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Unlock your true career potential with ACMA&#39;s proven migrant career management program.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Job application tips]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Apply for jobs that you are qualified for, and only when you can REALLY join the dots for the employer/interviewer.
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<content><![CDATA[Apply for jobs that you are qualified for, and only when you can REALLY join the dots for the employer/interviewer.

Many people waste time applying for jobs that they have no chance of getting...simply misusing their efforts and creating ongoing disappointment and anguish for themselves.

Carefully read job advertisements, then write down the key skills and expertise that are required.  Only if you match 85% or more then it is worthwhile applying...be brutally honest with your appraisal.

Simply calling and talking to a person listed on the job advertisement can eliminate or escalate a possible job opening.

The more targeted you are with applications the better chance you have of getting that all-important invitation for an interview.

Let ACMA guide you through the traps and dead ends often associated with an amateurish job search!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<link>https://www.career-manage.com.au/blog/executive-career-opportunities_102s93</link>
<title><![CDATA[Executive career opportunities]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Be open to opportunity; you never know when or where it will reveal itself.
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<content><![CDATA[Be open to opportunity; you never know when or where it will reveal itself.

Executive career development is about long term positioning that can lead to job openings when you least expect it.

Have you ever been surprised when you heard of a colleague suddenly getting that great new role and you never knew beforehand that he/she was &quot;on the prowl&quot;...well the truth is they probably weren&#39;t actively looking.

The typical successful executive does something virtually every day to raise their profile, contribute to industry groups, help others and expand their qualifications/knowledge base.

They are positioning themselves over time so that when HR or a recruiter/headhunter is looking for that perfect candidate then they are already aware of that person&#39;s capabilities.

This is certainly not a random event.  It is precisely the strategy the executive put into plan many years ago.

Let ACMA guide your executive career to maximise your long term potential and success.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Adult career change]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Career change are two simple words for a very complex process!
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<content><![CDATA[The words &#39;career change&#39; easily roll off the tongue, from then on it becomes very complex...statistics clearly show that once a person is over 45 then only the very best prepared/presented will get a job.

Career change is about getting a &quot;good outcome&quot; not simply finding a new job...people often confuse the two. It&#39;s about moving into a completely new sector or occupation and certainly involves challenging your personal comfort zone.

Professional assessment and intensive research are required to identify current transferable skills, or to develop a strategy to gain the necessary skills and additional qualifications.

Identifying companies and sectors that have growth is also critical to a person&#39;s long term career prospects.

As previously stated career change is a complex process to get right and may require a number of steps over a period of time to properly finalise. Specialised career and strategy planning to effectively manage the process is the key to a successful outcome.

It can be a highly rewarding life-transforming journey or a disaster...it all depends on how you manage your career change and transition process.

Let ACMA assist you to obtain a great career change as easily as possible!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Mid life career change]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Career change are two simple words for a very complex process!
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<content><![CDATA[The words &#39;career change&#39; easily roll off the tongue, from then on it becomes very complex.

Career change is about getting a &quot;good outcome&quot; not simply finding a new job...people often confuse the two. It&#39;s about moving into a completely new sector or occupation and certainly involves challenging your personal comfort zone.

Professional assessment and intensive research are required to identify current transferable skills, or to develop a strategy to gain the necessary skills and additional qualifications.

Identifying companies and sectors that have growth is also critical to a person&#39;s long term career prospects.

As previously stated career change is a complex process to get right and may require a number of steps over a period of time to properly finalise. Specialised career and strategy planning to effectively manage the process is the key to a successful outcome.

It can be a highly rewarding life-transforming journey or a disaster...it all depends on how you manage your career change and transition process.

Let ACMA assist you to obtain a great career change as easily as possible!

Also refer:


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY


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<title><![CDATA[Career change for women]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[The words &#39;career change&#39; easily roll off the tongue, from then on it becomes a very complex process...particularly for women.
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<content><![CDATA[The words &#39;career change&#39; easily roll off the tongue, from then on it becomes a very complex process...particularly for women.

Career change is about getting a &quot;good outcome&quot; not simply finding a new job...people often confuse the two. It is about moving into a completely new sector or occupation and certainly involves challenging your personal comfort zone.

Professional assessment and intensive research are required to identify current transferable skills, or to develop a strategy to gain the necessary skills and additional qualifications.

Identifying companies and sectors that have growth is also critical to a person&#39;s long term career prospects.

As previously stated career change is a complex process to get right and may require a number of steps over a period of time to properly finalise. Specialised career and strategy planning to effectively manage the process is the key to a successful outcome.

It can be a highly rewarding life-transforming journey or a disaster...it all depends on how you manage your career change and transition process.

Let ACMA assist you to obtain a great career change as easily as possible!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Unlock your true career potential with ACMA&#39;s proven migrant career management program.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Over 50&#39;s career change]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Career change are two simple words for a very complex process!
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<content><![CDATA[The words &#39;career change&#39; easily roll off the tongue, from then on it becomes very complex.

Career change is about getting a &quot;good outcome&quot; not simply finding a new job...people often confuse the two. It is about moving into a completely new sector or occupation and certainly involves challenging your personal comfort zone.

Professional assessment and intensive research are required to identify current transferable skills, or to develop a strategy to gain the necessary skills and additional qualifications.

Identifying companies and sectors that have growth is also critical to a person&#39;s long term career prospects.

As previously stated career change is a complex process to get right and may require a number of steps over a period of time to properly finalise. Specialised career and strategy planning to effectively manage the process is the key to a successful outcome.

It can be a highly rewarding life-transforming journey or a disaster...it all depends on how you manage your career change and transition process.

Let ACMA assist you to obtain a great career change as easily as possible!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Career change help]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Career change are two simple words for a very complex process!
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<content><![CDATA[The words &#39;career change&#39; easily roll off the tongue, from then on it becomes very complex.

Career change is about getting a &quot;good outcome&quot; not simply finding a new job...people often confuse the two. It is about moving into a completely new sector or occupation and certainly involves challenging your personal comfort zone.

Professional assessment and intensive research are required to identify current transferable skills, or to develop a strategy to gain the necessary skills and additional qualifications.

Identifying companies and sectors that have growth is also critical to a person&#39;s long term career prospects.

As previously stated career change is a complex process to get right and may require a number of steps over a period of time to properly finalise. Specialised career and strategy planning to effectively manage the process is the key to a successful outcome.

It can be a highly rewarding life-transforming journey or a disaster...it all depends on how you manage your career change and transition process.

Let ACMA assist you to obtain a great career change as easily as possible!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<content><![CDATA[The words &#39;career change&#39; easily roll off the tongue, from then on it becomes very complex.

Career change is about getting a &quot;good outcome&quot; not simply finding a new job...people often confuse the two. It is about moving into a completely new sector or occupation and certainly involves challenging your personal comfort zone.

Professional assessment and intensive research are required to identify current transferable skills, or to develop a strategy to gain the necessary skills and additional qualifications.

Identifying companies and sectors that have growth is also critical to a person&#39;s long term career prospects.

As previously stated career change is a complex process to get right and may require a number of steps over a period of time to properly finalise. Specialised career and strategy planning to effectively manage the process is the key to a successful outcome.

It can be a highly rewarding life-transforming journey or a disaster...it all depends on how you manage your career change and transition process.

Let ACMA assist you to obtain a great career change as easily as possible!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Career change assistance]]></title>
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<content><![CDATA[The words &#39;career change&#39; easily roll off the tongue, from then on it becomes very complex.

Career change is about getting a &quot;good outcome&quot; not simply finding a new job...people often confuse the two. It&#39;s about moving into a completely new sector or occupation and certainly involves challenging your personal comfort zone.

Professional assessment and intensive research are required to identify current transferable skills, or to develop a strategy to gain the necessary skills and additional qualifications.

Identifying companies and sectors that have growth is also critical to a person&#39;s long term career prospects.

As previously stated career change is a complex process to get right and may require a number of steps over a period of time to properly finalise. Specialised career and strategy planning to effectively manage the process is the key to a successful outcome.

It can be a highly rewarding life-transforming journey or a disaster...it all depends on how you manage your career change and transition process.

Let ACMA assist you to obtain a great career change as easily as possible!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

Read more information on Graduate Careers

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Career change facts]]></title>
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<content><![CDATA[Career change are two simple words for a very complex process!

The words &#39;career change&#39; easily roll off the tongue, from then on it can become a tangled web.

Career change is about getting a &quot;good outcome&quot; not simply finding a new job...people often confuse the two. It&#39;s about moving into a completely new sector or occupation and certainly involves challenging your personal comfort zone.

Professional assessment and intensive research are required to identify current transferable skills, or to develop a strategy to gain the necessary skills and additional qualifications.

Identifying companies and sectors that have growth is also critical to a person&#39;s long term career prospects.

As previously stated career change is a complex process to get right and may require a number of steps over a period of time to properly finalise. Specialised career and strategy planning to effectively manage the process is the key to a successful outcome.

It can be a highly rewarding life-transforming journey or a disaster...it all depends on how you manage your career change and transition process.

Using ACMA&#39;s unique online career management system means you can work closely with your career management consultant from anywhere in Australia and/or overseas.

Let ACMA assist you to obtain a great career change as easily as possible!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Unlock the Hidden Job Market]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Many job opportunities are never advertised. It&#39;s been estimated that approximately 70% of positions vacant in Australia are filled through an informal network rather than formally advertised.
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<content><![CDATA[Many job opportunities are never advertised. It&#39;s been estimated that approximately 70% of positions vacant in Australia are filled through an informal network rather than formally advertised.

Research the industry or occupation

Once you know what industry or type of job you want to do, thorough research is called for. Make some notes about what you already know about the industry or type of job you would like. A second list might be made up of what you don&#39;t yet know but need to find out. The information you need includes:


	Where is the industry or job type geographically located? Would you have to relocate to work in this area?
	Is this industry growing or shrinking? Is this a high-demand occupation or are unemployment rates high?
	Which companies are the major &quot;players&quot; in the industry?
	Is there a professional association that represents this industry or this group of workers?
	Are there related occupations that face skill shortages?
	Are formal qualifications required to work in this industry or occupation?
	Where will you find these types of jobs? Only in large corporations, or in small businesses as well?
	Are these types of vacancies generally filled by recruitment agencies or directly by the companies?


This may seem a daunting list, but reading the employment sections of the major newspapers over a period of weeks can often provide a good feel for this information (job market intelligence).

Continual targeted research, networking and talking to industry-related people via LinkedIn and your connections can prove fruitful...information is GOLD.

Let ACMA assist you to access the &quot;hidden jobs market&quot; and talk directly to employers that would actually want and need your skills set.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Migrant job search]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Many highly qualified people come to Australia with the concept that because of reported skills shortages that there are many opportunities for them.
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<content><![CDATA[Many highly qualified people come to Australia with the concept that because of reported skills shortages that there are many opportunities for them.

The truth is that most migrants experience extreme difficulties in obtaining a position in their chosen occupation and often settle for something much less.

Unfortunately, new migrants have no local understanding of employment and application protocols, certainly lack effective networks and consistently hit the proverbial &quot;brick wall&quot; when applying for positions.

Often important cultural differences are missed by migrants which can mean ongoing barriers to finding that vital career position. Your career management consultant will coach you to understand and avoid these negative and potentially career-threatening issues.

We provide Australia wide intensive case management support at all levels to ensure that migrants employment applications conform to Australian standards and that their applications are directed to employers, agencies and/or organisations that will treat applications from people from non-English speaking backgrounds simply on merit only.

Let ACMA assist you to get that first career placement anywhere in Australia quickly!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<link>https://www.career-manage.com.au/blog/australia-wide-redundancy_102s105</link>
<title><![CDATA[Australia wide Redundancy]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[On occasions both small and large business enterprises (private or public sectors) have to downsize all levels of personnel or redeploy remaining staff...with offices and online services throughout Australia we can promptly assist any organisation.
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<content><![CDATA[On occasions both small and large business enterprises (private or public sectors) have to downsize all levels of personnel or redeploy remaining staff...with offices and online services throughout Australia we can promptly assist any organisation.

As part of a planned redundancy or staff redeployment program, we provide intensive unlimited support to affected personnel at any level, across all business and/or industry sectors nationally.

Since 1991 ACMA has regularly partnered with numerous small, medium, unlisted and listed companies, plus many public sector organisations to implement strategic outplacement programs involving all states and geographical regions.

Outplacement support and employee redeployment programs for all levels of business and sectors Australia wide.

Outplacement Support Services can be arranged for individual &quot;one on one&quot; counselling, or in groups for large numbers. 

Let ACMA assist your organisation to help redundant workers to get another job quickly.


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Australia wide Retrenchment]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[On occasions both small and large business enterprises (private or public sectors) have to downsize all levels of personnel or redeploy remaining staff...with offices and online services throughout Australia we can promptly assist any organisation.
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<content><![CDATA[On occasions both small and large business enterprises (private or public sectors) have to downsize all levels of personnel or redeploy remaining staff...with offices and online services throughout Australia we can promptly assist any organisation.

As part of a planned retrenchment or staff redeployment program, we provide intensive unlimited support to affected personnel at any level, across all business and/or industry sectors nationally.

Since 1991 ACMA has regularly partnered with numerous small, medium, unlisted and listed companies, plus many public sector organisations to implement strategic outplacement programs involving all states and geographical regions.

Outplacement support and employee redeployment programs for all levels of business and sectors Australia wide.

Outplacement Support Services can be arranged for individual &quot;one on one&quot; counselling, or in groups for large numbers. 

Let ACMA assist your organisation to help retrenched workers to get another job quickly.


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[ADF Career Transition]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Former armed services personnel need intensive assistance to successfully transition into the civilian workforce.
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<content><![CDATA[Former armed services personnel need intensive assistance to successfully transition into the civilian workforce.

The simple overriding fact is that civilian life is very different to the military, and even more so when it comes to changing careers and moving into new employment sectors.

Former ADF people are often highly valued in the civilian workforce due to their extensive training, personal discipline and team orientation.  In fact, there is a significant presence of former senior ADF personnel in the ranks of corporate management in Australia for that very reason.

Transitioning into a new job is complex and needs to be carefully managed to ensure that you get the right job with the right organisation.  You will be exposed to seemingly endless and silly application protocols that can be daunting for most people.

Making the right career choices is critical to your future.

Using ACMA&#39;s unique online career management system means you can work closely with your career management consultant from anywhere in Australia and/or overseas.

ACMA has over 25 years of experience in assisting ADF personnel to transition into the civilian workforce as easily as possible.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Armed Forces Career Transition]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Former armed services personnel need intensive assistance to successfully transition into the civilian workforce.
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<content><![CDATA[Former armed services personnel need intensive assistance to successfully transition into the civilian workforce.

The simple overriding fact is that civilian life is very different to the military, and even more so when it comes to changing careers and moving into new employment sectors.

Former ADF people are often highly valued in the civilian workforce due to their extensive training, personal discipline and team orientation. In fact, there is a significant presence of former senior ADF personnel in the ranks of corporate management in Australia for that very reason.

Transitioning into a new job is complex and needs to be carefully managed to ensure that you get the right job with the right organisation. You will be exposed to seemingly endless and silly application protocols that can be daunting for most people.

Making the right career choices is critical to your future.

Using ACMA&#39;s unique online career management system means you can work closely with your career management consultant from anywhere in Australia and/or overseas.

ACMA has over 25 years of experience in assisting ADF personnel to transition into the civilian workforce as easily as possible.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Air Force Career Transition]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Former armed services personnel need intensive assistance to successfully transition into the civilian workforce.
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<content><![CDATA[The simple overriding fact is that civilian life is very different to the military, and even more so when it comes to changing careers and moving into new employment sectors.

Former ADF people are often highly valued in the civilian workforce due to their extensive training, personal discipline and team orientation. In fact, there is a significant presence of former senior ADF personnel in the ranks of corporate management in Australia for that very reason.

Transitioning into a new job is complex and needs to be carefully managed to ensure that you get the right job with the right organisation. You will be exposed to seemingly endless and silly application protocols that can be daunting for most people.

Making the right career choices is critical to your future.

Using ACMA&#39;s unique online career management system means you can work closely with your career management consultant from anywhere in Australia and/or overseas.

ACMA has over 25 years of experience in assisting ADF personnel to transition into the civilian workforce as easily as possible.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Army Career Transition]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Former armed services personnel need intensive assistance to successfully transition into the civilian workforce.
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<content><![CDATA[Former armed services personnel need intensive assistance to successfully transition into the civilian workforce.

The simple overriding fact is that civilian life is very different from the military, and even more so when it comes to changing careers and moving into new employment sectors.

Former ADF people are often highly valued in the civilian workforce due to their extensive training, personal discipline and team orientation. In fact, there is a significant presence of former senior ADF personnel in the ranks of corporate management in Australia for that very reason.

Transitioning into a new job is complex and needs to be carefully managed to ensure that you get the right job with the right organisation. You will be exposed to seemingly endless and silly application protocols that can be daunting for most people.

Making the right career choices is critical to your future.

Using ACMA&#39;s unique online career management system means you can work closely with your career management consultant from anywhere in Australia and/or overseas.

ACMA has over 25 years of experience in assisting ADF personnel to transition into the civilian workforce as easily as possible.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

THE ACMA STORY

TESTIMONIALS


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<title><![CDATA[Navy Career Transition]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Former armed services personnel need intensive assistance to successfully transition into the civilian workforce.
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<content><![CDATA[Former armed services personnel need intensive assistance to successfully transition into the civilian workforce.

The simple overriding fact is that civilian life is very different to the military, and even more so when it comes to changing careers and moving into new employment sectors.

Former ADF people are often highly valued in the civilian workforce due to their extensive training, personal discipline and team orientation. In fact, there is a significant presence of former senior ADF personnel in the ranks of corporate management in Australia for that very reason.

Transitioning into a new job is complex and needs to be carefully managed to ensure that you get the right job with the right organisation. You will be exposed to seemingly endless and silly application protocols that can be daunting for most people.

Making the right career choices is critical to your future.

Using ACMA&#39;s unique online career management system means you can work closely with your career management consultant from anywhere in Australia and/or overseas.

ACMA has over 25 years of experience in assisting ADF personnel to transition into the civilian workforce as easily as possible.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[The Resume is Dead]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[The Resume/CV is a dinosaur, and whilst this is not a popular concept in some sectors it is simply a fact.
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<content><![CDATA[The Resume/CV is a dinosaur, and whilst this is not a popular concept in some sectors it is simply a fact.

The paper-based (or Word document) Resume/CV is being made redundant by electronic online sites such as LinkedIn and others.

The era of submitting your Resume/CV is over in a lot of sectors now, and will only grow over the next 3-5 years.

A candidate&#39;s online presence is everything.  The ability to simply click a link to a person&#39;s resume/CV makes sense for HR managers who are constantly looking for productivity improvements in the recruitment process, and sites like LinkedIn currently assist in this regard.

A major problem for job seekers is that once your resume/CV is online it cannot be easily tailored to each particular job application.  Nevertheless, it is happening now and any candidate who fails to align his/her resume/CV with their online presence is inviting confusion about their value statement to any potential employer.

Recruiters, hiring managers and employers are rapidly embracing new technological methods of sourcing and validating candidates...you need to change as well (and quickly).

Most job hiring assignments are now managed electronically by Application Tracking Systems (ATS)...&quot;THE RESUME IS DEAD&quot;.

Let ACMA assist you to develop your online profile and presence professionally today!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Executive careers]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Executive career development is an ongoing and lifelong journey. Are you prepared to maximise your opportunities?
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<content><![CDATA[Executive career development is an ongoing and lifelong journey...are you prepared to maximise your opportunities?

Many executives miss important career development opportunities due to a lack of preparation. Try to implement the following actions into your daily schedule then you won&#39;t miss out:


	Be ready to tell your career success in 1 - 2 minutes
	Invest in yourself with ongoing education, training &amp; professional development
	Develop yourself as an expert in an area or issue that is important to the company
	Be willing to ask for information, expertise or help
	Specialise! Develop one or more skills that will be in demand for several years
	Be open to opportunity; you never know when or where it will reveal itself
	In every job you hold keep details of your accomplishments &amp; improvements
	First impressions are the key factor to career success at any level
	Hire a professional when you want help in the complex task of career development
	Keep current with your target market by reading what leaders in it are writing
	State in 30 seconds or less what it is you offer and why you are an ideal FIT for the job
	The danger of playing it safe with your career are silent killers
	It is important to know where you are going with your career so that you can plan
	Smart job seekers identify &amp; clarify their target market
	Don&#39;t be de-railed by the lack of support from others...your career is your responsibility
	Retain accolades, awards, commendations &amp; course certificates
	Effective communication conveys your professionalism &amp; confidence
	It is essential to re-energise yourself &amp; take a new look at life
	Offering your expertise rather than &quot;selling yourself&quot; puts you in a different light
	Keep your online profiles up to date; recruiters &amp; employers are always on the lookout
	Matching your skills, passions, values, talents and experience to job and career options is imperative
	By leveraging your network in the proper way, you may never have to look for a job again
	Your network is your most valuable career asset...far more important than a r&eacute;sum&eacute;
	Join a professional association in your industry and become active


Appoint an executive career management consultant to ensure that your career is focused and maximised.

Let ACMA assist you to develop your executive career to its fullest potential!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<description><![CDATA[Career development is an ongoing and life long journey.  Are you prepared to maximise your opportunities?
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<content><![CDATA[Career development is an ongoing and life long journey.  Are you prepared to maximise your opportunities?

Many people miss important career development opportunities due to lack of preparation.  Try to implement the following actions into your daily schedule then you won&#39;t miss out:


	Be ready to tell your career success in 1 - 2 minutes
	Invest in yourself with ongoing education, training &amp; professional development
	Develop yourself as an expert in an area or issue that is important to the company
	Be willing to ask for information, expertise or help
	Specialise! Develop one or more skills that will be in demand for several years
	Be open to opportunity; you never know when or where it will reveal itself
	In every job you hold keep details of your accomplishments &amp; improvements
	First impressions are the key factor to career success at any level
	Hire a professional when you want help in the complex task of career development
	Keep current with your target market by reading what leaders in it are writing
	State in 30 seconds or less what it is you offer and why you are an ideal FIT for the job
	The danger of playing it safe with your career are silent killers
	It is important to know where you are going with your career so that you can plan
	Smart job seekers identify &amp; clarify their target market
	Don&#39;t be de-railed by the lack of support from others...your career is your responsibility
	Retain accolades, awards, commendations &amp; course certificates
	Effective communication conveys your professionalism &amp; confidence
	It is essential to re-energise yourself &amp; take a new look at life
	Offering your expertise rather than &quot;selling yourself&quot; puts you in a different light
	Keep your online profiles up to date; recruiters &amp; employers are always on the lookout
	Matching your skills, passions, values, talents and experience to job and career options is imperative
	By leveraging your network in the proper way, you may never have to look for a job again
	Your network is your most valuable career asset...far more important than a r&eacute;sum&eacute;
	Join a professional association in your industry and become active


 Let ACMA assist you to develop your career to the MAX!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Expatriate jobs]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Expatriate career development can be complex and many struggle. Are you well prepared to navigate the employment market in Australia and other countries?
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<content><![CDATA[Expatriate career development can be complex and many struggle. Are you well prepared to navigate the employment market in Australia and other countries?

Many expatriates miss important career opportunities due to a lack of preparation and local knowledge. Try to implement the following actions into your daily schedule then you won&#39;t miss out:


	Be ready to tell your career success in 1 - 2 minutes
	Invest in yourself with ongoing education, training &amp; professional development
	Develop yourself as an expert in an area or issue that is important to the company
	Be willing to ask for information, expertise or help
	Specialise! Develop one or more skills that will be in demand for several years
	Be open to opportunity; you never know when or where it will reveal itself
	In every job you hold keep details of your accomplishments &amp; improvements
	First impressions are the key factor to career success at any level
	Hire a professional when you want help in the complex task of career development
	Keep current with your target market by reading what leaders in it are writing
	State in 30 seconds or less what it is you offer and why you are an ideal FIT for the job
	The danger of playing it safe with your career are silent killers
	It is important to know where you are going with your career so that you can plan
	Smart job seekers identify &amp; clarify their target market
	Don&#39;t be de-railed by the lack of support from others...your career is your responsibility
	Retain accolades, awards, commendations &amp; course certificates
	Effective communication conveys your professionalism &amp; confidence
	It is essential to re-energise yourself &amp; take a new look at life
	Offering your expertise rather than &quot;selling yourself&quot; puts you in a different light
	Keep your online profiles up to date; recruiters &amp; employers are always on the lookout
	Matching your skills, passions, values, talents and experience to job and career options is imperative
	By leveraging your network in the proper way, you may never have to look for a job again
	Your network is your most valuable career asset...far more important than a r&eacute;sum&eacute;
	Join a professional association in your industry and become active


Let ACMA assist you to develop your expatriate career quickly and professionally.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Expatriate careers]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Expatriate career development can be complex and many struggle. Are you well prepared to navigate the employment market in Australia and other countries?
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<content><![CDATA[Expatriate career development can be complex and many struggles...are you well prepared to navigate the employment market in Australia and other countries?

Many expatriates miss important career opportunities due to lack of preparation and local knowledge. Try to implement the following actions into your daily schedule then you won&#39;t miss out:


	Be ready to tell your expatriate career success in 1 - 2 minutes
	Invest in yourself with ongoing education, training &amp; professional development
	Develop yourself as an expert in an area or issue that is important to the company
	Be willing to ask for information, expertise or help
	Specialise! Develop one or more skills that will be in demand for several years
	Be open to opportunity; you never know when or where it will reveal itself
	In every job you hold keep details of your accomplishments &amp; improvements
	First impressions are the key factor in expatriate career success at any level
	Hire a professional when you want help in the complex task of expatriate career development
	Keep current with your target market by reading what leaders in it are writing
	State in 30 seconds or less what it is you offer and why you are an ideal FIT for the job
	The danger of playing it safe with your expatriate career are silent killers
	It is important to know where you are going with your career so that you can plan
	Smart expatriate job seekers identify &amp; clarify their target market
	Don&#39;t be de-railed by the lack of support from others...your career is your responsibility
	Retain accolades, awards, commendations &amp; course certificates
	Effective communication conveys your professionalism &amp; confidence
	It is essential to re-energise yourself &amp; take a new look at life
	Offering your expertise rather than &quot;selling yourself&quot; puts you in a different light
	Keep your online profiles up to date; recruiters &amp; employers are always on the lookout
	Matching your skills, passions, values, talents and experience to job and career options is imperative
	By leveraging your network in the proper way, you may never have to look for a job again
	Your network is your most valuable career asset...far more important than a r&eacute;sum&eacute;.  Nurture your connections both in Australia and overseas
	Join a local professional association in your industry and become active


Let ACMA assist you to develop your expatriate career quickly and professionally.


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Military career transition]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Former armed services personnel need intensive assistance to successfully transition into the civilian workforce.
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<content><![CDATA[Former armed services personnel need intensive assistance to successfully transition into the civilian workforce.

The simple overriding fact is that civilian life is very different to the military, and even more so when it comes to changing careers and moving into new employment sectors.

Former ADF people are often highly valued in the civilian workforce due to their extensive training, personal discipline and team orientation. In fact, there is a significant presence of former senior ADF personnel in the ranks of corporate management in Australia for that very reason.

Transitioning into a new job is complex and needs to be carefully managed to ensure that you get the right job with the right organisation. You will be exposed to seemingly endless and silly application protocols that can be daunting for most people.

Making the right career choices is critical to your future.

Using ACMA&#39;s unique online career management system means you can work closely with your career management consultant from anywhere in Australia and/or overseas.

ACMA has over 25 years of experience in assisting ADF personnel to transition into the civilian workforce as easily as possible.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<link>https://www.career-manage.com.au/blog/workplace-career-management_102s118</link>
<title><![CDATA[Workplace career management]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Companies and organisations are now realising the value of incorporating career management services into their employee training and development programs.
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<content><![CDATA[Companies and organisations are now realising the value of incorporating career management services into their employee training and development programs.

As demand for workers grows (think skills shortage) smart businesses are searching for creative ways of enticing people to stay so that they don&#39;t have to worry about losing managers and other key talents.

Specifically designed career development programs are now being introduced as part of employee reward packages that assist both the business and the individual.

Studies in the USA have shown that retention and satisfaction rates significantly increase when a career development program is introduced into the workplace.

Companies are looking for ways of providing relevant information to employees about potential career paths they can follow to meet the needs of the employees and also to meet capability planning needs.

Employees and employers get a better understanding of each other&#39;s goals and aspirations allowing forward planning of individual career paths and succession planning for the enterprise.

Workplace career management programs represent the ultimate &quot;win-win&quot; situation.

Empowered employees are productive employees!

A recent report from Deloitte clearly states &quot;focusing on career management will give your company endurance and agility.&quot;

The introduction of a well-being career counselling, intervention and planning program as part of the annual review process can be a &quot;low key&quot; approach with &quot;high buy-in&quot; results.  Organisations need healthy, productive and engaged employees.

Let ACMA design and implement a tailored workplace career management program across your organisation.


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Post retirement careers]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[There is a large trend with retirement careers as the mass of Baby Boomers approaches retirement age.  How can they continue being &quot;alive&quot; after their current career?
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<content><![CDATA[There is a large trend with retirement careers as the mass of Baby Boomers approaches retirement age.  How can they continue being &quot;alive&quot; after their current career?

The economy and employment climate are driving a need for multiple jobs to survive...these are not necessarily full-time positions.

Retired people have the flexibility to work in multiple jobs over a given working week (this is called a Portfolio career).

The average stay for young employees is five years (they usually don&#39;t care about being vested in the company) and demand flexibility, daycare and perhaps telecommuting.  Whereas the over 55 employee is much less demanding and stable.

Paid work is one option.  Others are voluntary work and hobbies (we are all different).

The largest growing employment sector in Australia today is the 60 plus person.  Many companies are actively sourcing mature age workers so there are plenty of options for the forward-thinking and motivated retiree.

Let ACMA assist you to structure and get your ideal portfolio career.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

Read more information on mature age workers

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[No job application response]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[People often submit numerous job applications and never get a response.
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<content><![CDATA[People often submit numerous job applications and never get a response.

A common complaint among job seekers is that they submit numerous applications but never hear back from the employer or recruiter.

The cold, hard truth is that employers and recruiters often receive so many applications that they cannot review hundreds of CVs; it is physically impossible.

So, what can you do to get your application seriously considered and receive that all-important invitation for an interview?


	Stop applying online and competing against hundreds of other candidates
	Stop focusing simply on your resume and look at the broader employment market
	Use a set of job search tools and activities that proactively search for jobs...don&#39;t simply wait for a job to be advertised
	Develop a strategy to connect directly with employers that you would like to work for
	Base your job search activities on research and apply for positions that you match the specified criteria by no less tham 95%
	Do not take rejection or no application replies personally
	Obtain good career advice tailored to your personality and situation


Let ACMA assist you in finding the right job with the right organisation.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessments, research, and job market analysis, combined with expert, personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Why don&#39;t I hear from employers]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[People often submit numerous job applications and never get a response.
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<content><![CDATA[People often submit numerous job applications and never get a response.

A common complaint from job seekers is that they submit many applications and never hear back from the employer or recruiter.

The cold hard truth is that employers and recruiters often get so many applications that they cannot look at hundreds of CV&#39;s...it is physically impossible.

Another issue is that most job applications are now managed by robots.  Application Tracking Systems means that no human actually views or considers your resume and unless you know how to manage these AI systems, BAD LUCK.

So what can you do to get your application seriously considered so that you get that all-important invitation for an interview?


	Stop applying online and competing against hundreds of other candidates
	Stop focusing simply on your resume and look at the broader employment market
	Use a set of job search tools and activities that proactively search for jobs...don&#39;t simply wait for a job to be advertised
	Develop a strategy to connect directly with employers that you would like to work for
	Do not take rejection or no application replies personally
	Obtain good career advice tailored to your personality and situation


Applying for online advertised jobs and job seeker sites is often a waste of time and a BLACK HOLE...there are alternative ways.

Let ACMA assist you to find the right job with the right organisation.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[I don&#39;t get interviews]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[People often submit numerous job applications and never get a response.
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<content><![CDATA[People often submit numerous job applications and never get a response.

A common complaint from job seekers is that they submit many applications and never hear back from the employer or recruiter.

The cold hard truth is that employers and recruiters often get so many applications that they cannot look at hundreds of CV&#39;s...it is physically impossible.

So what can you do to get your application seriously considered so that you get that all-important invitation for an interview?

The good news is that is most cases there will be FIXABLE strategies to remedy this problem!


	Stop applying online and competing against hundreds of other candidates
	Stop focusing simply on your resume and look at the broader employment market
	Use a set of job search tools and activities that proactively search for jobs...don&#39;t simply wait for a job to be advertised
	Develop a strategy to connect directly with employers that you would like to work for
	Do not take rejection or no application replies personally
	Obtain good career advice tailored to your personality and situation


Let ACMA assist you to find the right job with the right organisation.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[No interviews?]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[People often submit numerous job applications and never get a response.
]]></description>
<content><![CDATA[People often submit numerous job applications and never get a response.

A common complaint from job seekers is that they submit many applications and never hear back from the employer or recruiter.

The cold hard truth is that employers and recruiters often get so many applications that they cannot look at hundreds of CV&#39;s...it is physically impossible.

So what can you do to get your application seriously considered so that you get that all-important invitation for an interview?


	Stop applying online and competing against hundreds of other candidates
	Stop focusing simply on your resume and look at the broader employment market
	Use a set of job search tools and activities that proactively search for jobs...don&#39;t simply wait for a job to be advertised
	Develop a strategy to connect directly with employers that you would like to work for
	Do not take rejection or no application replies personally
	Obtain good career advice tailored to your personality and situation


Let ACMA assist you to find the right job with the right organisation.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Your professional image ]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Your professional and personal image is important and can be vital in achieving your career aspirations.
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<content><![CDATA[Your professional and personal image is important and can be vital in achieving your career aspirations.

How people view you can be critical to your career progression&hellip;many highly experienced and qualified people have difficulty in getting that new job or promotion simply due to their poor image.

Some might view this a being unfair, however, let me assure you that fairness has never been part of the recruitment/selection process.  It is what you do (and don&rsquo;t do) in the eyes of others that counts.

The fact that you have never done anything wrong or been involved in workplace conflict etc. does not necessarily mean that you have a good image.  In fact, you may have no image and that you are viewed as bland or invisible, which is almost as negative as having a poor image.

The personal image that you project to others is vital to any person&rsquo;s career advancement and this does not exclude ambiverts or introverts (although it may come more easily to extroverts)&hellip;if you want to get ahead then you have to promote a positive image.

Let us look at some aspects of a professional image for you to address:


	Personal grooming and hygiene
	Clothes and smart dressing
	Your diction and correct grammar usage
	Your gait and body image&hellip;stand tall and straight
	How you talk about yourself&hellip;never talk yourself down
	Have a positive outlook on all areas of your life
	Be genuinely interested and help others
	Join groups or clubs aligned to your career
	Maintain a positive and active online social media presence
	Plan ahead and gain the appropriate qualifications and expertise for your next career move
	Become an expert in an area that others are not
	If you miss out on promotions or are consistently passed over by management get another job
	Have a great achievement-focused CV
	Learn to love yourself


There is nothing in the above list that is too complex or beyond most people&rsquo;s ability&hellip;a good professional image is developed over time not overnight.

Don&rsquo;t let other people or setbacks diminish your &ldquo;self or professional image&rdquo;.  Resilience and self-belief are marks of maturity and underpin how others view you, either professionally or personally.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<description><![CDATA[The job search process has changed forever post COVID19.
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<content><![CDATA[The job search process has changed forever post COVID19

Today&#39;s job search has changed dramatically and if you are unaware of this new paradigm then you will be left behind in the recruitment process.

Most workforce participants have not conducted a job search for many years, and although the majority now have excellent technology skills it is far more complex than simply emailing your resume to a new employer.

The 21st century employment market has grown highly competitive and sophisticated.  Inadequate knowledge and preparation can result in lost opportunities, frustration and rejection.  People often settle for less with resultant loss in income, job satisfaction and career path.


	The resume/CV has been replaced as the most important document...it is now a secondary component
	LinkedIn (and Google to certain extent) is THE CORE of your job search, with your LinkedIn profile now being the &quot;go to resource&quot; for recruiters and hiring managers
	The resume has become a summary document, with LinkedIn providing a more detailed online marketing presentation that is always available online for review
	Social media now reigns supreme in the job search process, and if you are not social media savvy then you will be obscure and irrelevant to today&#39;s recruiters and hiring managers
	Cover letters and resumes aren&#39;t read on paper anymore.  Computerised Application Tracking Systems (ATS) are widely used to manage applications
	Optimising your applications and knowing how ATS systems work is critical to getting noticed and being invited to interview
	It is also vital that you focus on industry sectors that have growth (not contraction) so that you have an excellent chance of advancing your career over the coming years
	Discover vital information on the specific skills necessary and needed in today&rsquo;s job market, and what is your &quot;value offer&quot; to the employment market
	Career development success is achieved not just in knowing the right strategies, but in applying them in a consistent, systematic and proven manner
	Multiple factors including your personal values and aspirations need to be addressed, and if you get just one factor wrong then disastrous consequences may follow


It is a new world in the recruitment process...ensure that you don&#39;t get left behind and become irrelevant to employers. Technology is a wonderful thing, especially if you&rsquo;re in career transition and/or looking for a new job.  Perhaps you don&rsquo;t know how to conduct a contemporary job search...so much has changed!

Let ACMA guide you through this technology maze to ensure that you get the job you want.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<description><![CDATA[Careers are for life and the life blood of careers is persistence!
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<content><![CDATA[Careers are for life and the lifeblood of careers is persistence!

Careers are a part of everyone&#39;s life journey, just like eating and drinking your career is vital to your well being.

Turn your job into a career or get another job that you can love and grow into.  Persistence is the underlying theme of career development...its a long journey so persistence is a vital ingredient.

Planning ahead to achieve your career goals and the careful application of your career plan requires persistence...not everything goes right the first time.

Persistence means modifying your career plan as circumstances change and insight is gained.  Persistence means obtaining additional qualifications, adapting, joining professional bodies and networking.  Persistence means getting up early the morning after you have been retrenched and starting your job search.

Persistent people win not necessarily because they are winners, its because they are persistent.

As a career counsellor for many years I have observed two types of people... non-persistent and you guessed it persistent. 

This is valuable knowledge that I share with you...the choice is yours. 

Let ACMA assist you to develop your career to the max!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[How to achieve a career change]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[&quot;What is the best way to change my career...how do I go about it?&quot;
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<content><![CDATA[&quot;What is the best way to change my career...how do I go about it?&quot;

It is difficult for most people to identify new industry sectors, occupations and pursuits that ideally suit their career and lifestyle aspirations.

Here are some tips:


	Know yourself deeply
	Identify your key transferable skills
	View your career and life to date as an outsider looking in
	Make an inventory of your talents
	Honestly review past behaviours and limiting thought patterns
	Breakthrough limited beliefs and mindsets
	Develop a realistic career vision and do not sabotage it with negative thoughts...there will always be some negatives to any decision
	Research, research and research any new career/job you think may be suitable...this is an exercise that you HAVE TO GET RIGHT
	Ensure that all future career options align with your values, energy, patience and most importantly your expectations
	Develop a 6 to 12-month Career Plan that is Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Timely (SMART)
	Don&#39;t try and change your career without professional assistance as it is too important to get wrong
	Accept the fact that career change is both complex and potentially a life-defining event


Let ACMA assist you to achieve a great career change!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

https://www.career-manage.com.au/career-progression

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Future proof your career]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[The only person responsible for your career is you...take positive action today to build and protect your career for tomorrow.
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<content><![CDATA[The only person responsible for your career is you...take positive action today to build and protect your career for tomorrow.

21st Century career advancement techniques are very different from 20 years ago.  Now it is all about you and how you grow your AI skills, qualifications and professional connections that lead to future job openings.


	Gain credibility by publishing your ideas on LinkedIn or other social media outlets
	Consistently and actively raise your social media profile
	Convert your expertise into a job, product or service
	Connect with others in your sector and nurture these affiliations


The 21st Century employment participant is actually his/her own enterprise, therefore ensure that you are up to date and current so that you (the product) is always a relevant and powerful offer.

Flat corporate structures encourage project base opportunities relying on specific skills and expertise required for a single project...make yourself valuable.

Climb the corporate ladder by all means, but keep a keen eye on market trends and changes they may affect your long term employment goals.  Plan on being retrenched in the next three years and implement (REAL) strategies to move quickly and painlessly into a new role.

Retrenchment is now a fact of life...don&#39;t ignore the possibility, embrace it.

Alternatively, you may avoid the retrenchment situation but simply become bored with your current role.

Always keep moving, improving, connecting, restless in the pursuit of your next career move (either enforced or voluntary) and you will future proof your career.

NOTHING IS FOREVER!

Let ACMA assist you NOW to position yourself for the next career event or move in your life!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Selecting the RIGHT qualifications and courses]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Throughout my journey as a career practitioner/counsellor since 1996 it has never ceased to amaze me why people select undergraduate and post graduate qualifications that many never fully utilise.
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<content><![CDATA[Throughout my journey as a career practitioner/counsellor since 1996, it has never ceased to amaze me why people select undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications that many never fully utilise.

To invest numerous years and dollars into an activity that ultimately provides little or no return on investment does not make sense.

What you are personally suited to do and have a passion for are not the only considerations, it is also about employment opportunities after graduation.  No job, a low paying position or limited career progression opportunities are the dead-end reality for many &ldquo;wide-eyed&rdquo; graduates (&ldquo;if I had only known this years ago&rdquo; is a common lament).

Unfortunately, universities, RTO&rsquo;s and similar institutions are constantly guilty of &ldquo;shoehorning&rdquo; people into courses that may be inappropriate or knowing that career opportunities will be very limited on completion.  Educational institutions exist on fees charged and as such are selling products&hellip;not independent career advice as many purports.

Whilst qualifications are a necessary part of any professional&rsquo;s credentials, they may not always be the elevator ride to the top that people aspire to.  Some people actually succeed without qualifications, however, this is not something I would actively advocate.

Nevertheless, the careful consideration of undergraduate or postgraduate study is imperative to an individual&rsquo;s life outcomes, and I can assure you that it is that individual that wears the consequences of a good or bad choice&hellip;so you had better get it right!

People often continue with post-graduate qualifications (Graduate Dip, Masters and PhD) to find that they are overqualified for active participation in the 21stCentury workforce&hellip;the number of PhD&rsquo;s driving taxis attest to this.

A successful career is based on appropriate qualifications for the position and industry sector, plus supply and demand.  The employment market is just that &ldquo;a market&rdquo;&hellip;there has to be a willing seller and a willing buyer.

As situations change additional qualifications will be needed to keep relevant with industry trends and economic circumstances&hellip;so again a bad decision at any point can lead to a lack of employment or career progression opportunities in the future.

Today&rsquo;s workers can look forward to multiple career changes throughout their lifespan so decisions on new qualifications are an ongoing component of any professional&rsquo;s career planning.

A blend of practical workplace experience and appropriate qualifications is a good mix.  Employers look for people who can add value and achieve for them&hellip;they want a return on investment just like you.

So how to avoid these traps!

Careful analysis of employment market, economic, demographic and socio-political trends is a foundation for good decision making.  Don&rsquo;t listen to your uncle Bob or a mate. Obtain professional assistance as this information is readily available and collated by a good career development practitioner who will be abreast of these factors.

Making good career decisions is vital to your long term financial stability, social and mental health&hellip;don&rsquo;t waste your time, money or life on poor educational choices.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Unlock your true career potential with ACMA&#39;s proven migrant career management program.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<description><![CDATA[Everyone has a value...many people cannot identify it!
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<content><![CDATA[Everyone has a value...many people cannot identify it!

One of the most misunderstood elements of the employment market is a person&rsquo;s potential value to an employer.  That&rsquo;s right VALUE! 

Take out the emotion, your education and your personality and what is left is your &ldquo;value to the market&rdquo;.

Employers (both private and public sectors) do not employ people out of social duty&hellip;it occurs simply because they need a job done as efficiently as possible.

Whilst the workplace often becomes a hub of social activity and connections entwined in people&rsquo;s lives and sense of self-worth, workers will quickly be retrenched if the employer no longer needs the job is done (you are no longer of value to the employer).

Identifying your core value, nurturing and growing it is the key to a consistent long term career (a career is not necessarily a single job and may well be many jobs over a life span).

The successful 21stCentury worker is now a tech-savvy individual who can work remotely, alone and in teams.  Emotionally intelligent and flexible, with an entrepreneurial element all add value any person&rsquo;s employability.

Can value be measured or is it subjective?

Probably both&hellip;

Past workplace performance can be a powerful indicator (hence behavioural interviews), however when endeavouring to convince a new employer it often comes down to the expectation you can create of your future contribution.

Consequently, a strong &ldquo;value to the market&rdquo; statement can be a critical tool.

Example:

&ldquo;I am an innovator and creator of solutions.  Over the last 15 years, I have a proven background in identifying customer needs and developing technology-based products from initial concept, product research and design through to final delivery and installation.

I can manage complex technical projects from design and testing through to sale and supply.&rdquo;

Develop your personalised statement today.

Learn it and love...it is worth a fortune to you!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Career Action don&#39;t delay]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Nothing much happens unless you take ACTION don&#39;t delay the post COVID workforce is rapidly transforming.
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<content><![CDATA[Nothing much happens unless you take ACTION don&#39;t delay the post COVID workforce is rapidly transforming.

Career management and development is the individual&#39;s responsibility, with the actions ultimately initiated by the individual (in most cases) directly influencing that person&#39;s career path.

Properly interpreted professional career planning and research, plus detailed assessment provides the basis for these actions.  Endless planning and thinking does not automatically produce actions and certainly does not get results.

In-action is a career killer!  Careers and life are built on an element of risk...you cannot stand still...the universe does not allow it.

So even the best-researched action can fail...it&#39;s all part of the journey.  Learn from the failure, change your tactics and do something different, but keep on doing.

To find that ideal career/job can be difficult but not impossible.  Ask any successful person and they will tell you a story of frustration, rejection and finally career happiness.

Continually take action such as developing new connections outside your personal safety net, gain appropriate qualifications to make you more valuable to the market, find out how people got the ideal job that you now want.  There is so much you can do!

At the end of the day, ACTION is always required.  Action will open opportunities and knowledge for you to further act on. 

Action is a continual lifelong process...don&#39;t delay.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

Read more information for migrant employment

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Everyone now has two jobs]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[The world of work and how individuals manage their careers have changed.
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<content><![CDATA[The world of work and how individuals manage their careers have changed.

The concept of everyone having two jobs might sound confusing, however in the third decade of the 21st century it is a fact that no career-focused person can ignore.

The world of work has changed and will continue to evolve at a fast pace...so don&#39;t get left behind.  Think of the manufacturing sector in Australia and its demise, however, every sector is changing.  People do not have a choice in keeping abreast of these changes or they risk losing their careers, lifestyle, income and more.

Change is relentless, inexorable and is coming to your workplace!

Today&#39;s employee performs her/his daily work responsibilities and then (at their own cost and time) devotes significant effort to their ongoing career development and additional qualifications to keep themselves professionally relevant and valuable to the employment market.

It is similar to having both a full time and a part-time job...sorry about the leisure!

This is the reality for all workers.  The sooner you start planning and implementing an ongoing professional development strategy the better you will be prepared and inoculated against these sweeping and savage changes impacting Australian society and workforce participants.

We are now competing against the world, with the possibility of your job being outsourced to a lower wage economy is a real and present danger to all sectors and seniority levels.

No one is going to help you...you have to help yourself through ongoing research, education and an unyielding commitment to your professional relevancy and employability. 

Let ACMA assist and guide your career progression...


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Never apply for lower positions]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Applying for positions lower than your skill set is often a waste of time and effort, plus it may also damage your personal brand.
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<content><![CDATA[Applying for positions lower than your skill set is often a waste of time and effort, plus it may also damage your personal brand.

Your career is a long term project, so don&#39;t undermine it and always position yourself to advance your opportunities.   How will your resume read in five to ten years, or will you be able to explain adequately why you went backwards and took an inferior role.

Over the years, it has been a recurring theme that people rarely succeed in applying for positions below their level, professional expertise and background.

HR view it a dangerous practice to put a more experienced candidate into a position (below their level) where others may perceive them as a cultural threat to their own situations.  Managers may feel intimidated by their presence, plus HR may also assume that you are only using it as a &quot;filler position&quot; until something more suitable comes along.

There can be many reasons.  However, the bottom line is that it rarely works even though in theory you would be perfect for the job.

Dumbing down of your CV exposes you to later being viewed as deceitful, and/or manipulative as the true picture will ultimately come out.

It&#39;s a dilemma that applies across all sectors and occupations.

Endeavour to match your skills, expertise and experience to the position description as much as possible...the closer the FIT the higher your chance of being considered as a real contender for the job.

Carefully research the opportunity and employer, plus always speak to any nominated person in the job advertisement and never shy away from asking probing questions to elicit core information essential to your decision-making process.

People often waste a lot of time and effort applying for lower positions that they actually have zero chance of obtaining, while unknowingly expose themselves to career ridicule years down the track.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Career advancement]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Advancing your career is what everyone wants to achieve, so why are some better at it than others?
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<content><![CDATA[Advancing your career is predicated on management noticing your potential and current value to the organisation. 

The value that you develop is an asset to your employer who will recognise that unless they provide you with promotions and salary increases you are likely to be &ldquo;snapped up&rdquo; by a competitor, or simply leave for better opportunities.

So how do you actively promote yourself professionally?


	Speak up&hellip;contribute directly at meetings or other gatherings
	Point out your achievements so that managers understand your valued-contribution
	Don&rsquo;t be shy in promoting your achievements and efforts etc.
	Continually do relevant courses and gain extra qualifications (ask the company for a co-contribution to your fees and even if they refuse it is then known that you are studying)
	Go that &ldquo;extra mile&rdquo; in your daily job functions&hellip;always do more than required
	Accept praise and awards for work that you have done well, do not let anyone else take the kudos for your achievements
	Network closely with work colleagues and always attend work and after-hours functions or informal gatherings
	Be pro-active with new ideas that enhance your department or company&#39;s cost control, systems, services, products and other improvements that you can identify
	Be a team player, but never play down your personal contribution and ensure that your manager is well aware of your actions and worth to the organisation


It&rsquo;s your career!  If you don&rsquo;t DRIVE it no one else will.


HAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<content><![CDATA[Job satisfaction...what is it and how to achieve it!

Job satisfaction varies according to the individual.  It can be elusive and hard to attain, however it is ultimately one of life&#39;s most rewarding experiences.

Achieving job satisfaction is a journey that commences with your initial entry into the workforce.  Studying and gaining workplace experience are the building blocks for job satisfaction.

Careers have specific stages comprising of both professional and personal growth, and it is not until a level of maturity is developed that most people reach career satisfaction...&quot;know thyself&quot;.  This is not necessarily an age factor as many young people achieve career satisfaction early on in their careers.

So what is it? 

It can be defined as &quot;a feeling of belonging in which time and effort become meaningless when engaged in your daily activities&quot;.  Note the absence of the word WORK in this definition as many people find satisfaction in activities that are not directly related to workforce participation.

How to achieve it?

As previously mentioned career satisfaction can be a journey.  This may involve short term sacrifices to ensure long term satisfaction...making decisions based on immediate career satisfaction can be short-sighted so it is important to balance both.

Consider what you are good at and what you enjoy doing.  Are you interested in people or need a more technically focused approach etc.?  Whatever you pinpoint can be critical to your choice of an occupation that will suit your personality, skills set and social standing.

If you are currently dissatisfied with your career identify what you don&#39;t like and avoid it...select an occupation that does not require you to perform or become involved in these tasks.

To clarify your thoughts write a small essay on what you like and how you view your ideal job...keep it honest and practical.  Everyone is different in their view of the world, so don&#39;t let others influence your thoughts and be true to yourself.

Now it is time to match jobs, industry sectors and organisations to your wish list.  At this point, it can be confusing and you may need professional help to finalise your career direction as it is a complex task to get right.

Let ACMA assist you to be satisfied and find the right job with the right organisation!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Recruitment methods have changed]]></title>
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<content><![CDATA[It is now the third decade of the 21st century and recruitment methods have changed dramatically.

Change is ever-present in all aspects of modern life, with the recruitment sector being no different from any other area of our lives.

The era of buying the local paper and ringing the employer is long gone and replaced with sophisticated processes and systems for hunting job opportunities.  Ironically technology has encouraged a complex system that many job seekers find perplexing (but you cannot fight it).

On average 70% of jobs are never advertised so how do employers now source candidates?

1. Internal candidates/promotions

2. Referrals from current staff

3. The CAREERS/EMPLOYMENT section on their website

4. Networking

5. Internet Job Boards

6. Social media (LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter etc.)

7. Recruiters

8. Newspapers/industry journals

Therefore a comprehensive job search must cover all of these methods.

Job seekers need to learn and observe application protocols such as application letters, key selection criteria responses, resume content and certainly navigating social media.

Many employers and recruiters now use application tracking systems (ATS) to manage their shortlisting process, which means that in most cases a human being will not read your application unless you are selected electronically.

Therefore keywords and phrases embedded in your application documents that match the initial job advertisement are critical.

The recruitment process does not necessarily ensure that the most suitable candidate gets the job... it&#39;s about &quot;who can play the game better than others&quot; (sounds silly but that&#39;s the way it is).

The interview stage is an entirely different set of rules and processes including behavioural interviews and psychometric testing, all followed by salary and benefits negotiations.

Let ACMA professionally assist your career transition from beginning to end.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Social media &amp; career development]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Can social media help advance your career development or job search?
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<content><![CDATA[Can social media help advance your career development or job search?

A professional social media presence is vital for any person currently employed or looking for new opportunities.  Being visible and quickly found by potential employers is essential.

Accept the fact that hiring managers and recruiters now do 90% of their initial sourcing of candidates via social media...it is TOO BIG TO IGNORE.  This applies equally if you are in the workforce or currently searching for a new role.

So clean up your Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn profiles today or it could destroy your career prospects.  It may not only be a potential employer that looks at your social media profiles to obtain a &quot;quick snapshot&quot; of you...think about applying for a car or home loan, renting etc.!

Some people may say that this does not apply to them as they don&#39;t have a social media presence.  Wrong! Wrong! Wrong!

If you cannot easily be located online an employer or recruiter may disregard your application because they cannot quickly validate your background, or worse still think that you are out of touch with technology. 

If you are serious about advancing your career YOU MUST establish your social media profiles immediately. 

There is no avoiding social media if you want to be a strong contender for that next promotion or a new job.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[People who listen learn]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[The art of active listening...&iuml;&raquo;&iquest;&iuml;&raquo;&iquest;
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<content><![CDATA[The art of active listening...

People who listen learn, those that don&rsquo;t languish!

Throughout my career as both a business leader and subsequently a career coach I have noted that there are two types of people, those who listen and those who don&rsquo;t&hellip;there is nothing in between.

So why does it matter you ask?

Simply because life is too short and no one can learn everything by trial and error&hellip;it&rsquo;s impossible.

Therefore to learn as much as needed, within the shortest time span (90 years if you are lucky) you go to school, university and undertake continuous life-long training.  The smartest method of finding a solution quickly is to ask some who has already knows.

In this modern connected society where information is now so readily available, there is no excuse for continual ignorance on virtually any topic.

Career management is based on listening to others who readily impart knowledge and wisdom to career-focused people.  This is also mirrored in the workplace where training and mentoring is provided by management and specialist trainers.  Both of these actions are complimentary where a person wants to develop their career and the employer wishes to develop the worker into a more knowledgeable and effective contributor.

I define active listening as carefully absorbing information and/or advice given, then utilising or acting on it.  There is nothing more frustrating to a coach than when people ignore the training or advice provided.

Every individual has to take personal responsibility for their own actions (or inaction) and the consequences that flow.

Take notes, ask questions, clarify issues, then implement and grow from the learning experience.

If you don&rsquo;t listen to others, at least listen to yourself and be honest when considering your motivation and next decisions&hellip;are they really in your best interests?


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Post COVID Career Reality Check]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Are you an employee FIT for tomorrow or just &quot;going to work&quot;?
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<content><![CDATA[Are you an employee FIT for tomorrow or just &quot;going to work&quot;?

Don&#39;t delude yourself that just because you are doing a good job today that you will always be employed.  If you are not ready for the &quot;sack&quot; you expose yourself and your family to significant negative risks...don&#39;t be fooled in the post COVID world of work as it can happen to you tomorrow.

Hints on how to make yourself relevant and quickly employable anytime:


	Keep abreast with your industry&#39;s trends and profitability
	Know your employer&#39;s competitors and actively network with them
	Always be open to new opportunities and never turn down a promotion
	Continually be completing additional qualifications and relevant courses
	Attend industry functions, conventions and events
	Maintain a high profile social media strategy by interacting with peers and contributing to general comments and writing interesting articles
	&quot;Press the flesh&quot; and network, network and network (if you are an introvert you MUST push yourself beyond your comfort zone)...there is no substitute for face to face networking
	Keep a detailed log on all your career achievements, awards and personal recommendations
	Ensure that your CV is ALWAYS up to date
	Meet your CEO.  It is irrelevant the size of the company your work for, the CEO is a very important person for YOU.  Arrange an appointment to meet them and simply say that &quot;as you are my CEO I would quickly like to connect with you&quot;...I guarantee that you will never be overlooked again
	Remember that your management is interested in people, performance and profit.  Create your own narrative on how you contribute to these needs...if you can&#39;t your time may be limited
	Do ALL of the above and don&#39;t &quot;cherry-pick&quot;


Never assume that tomorrow will be like today.  Be restless, be energetic and above all be focused and proactive!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation

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<title><![CDATA[Era of the independent worker]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[The worker in the third decade of the 21st Century is a very different person to 20 years ago!
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<content><![CDATA[The worker in the third decade of the 21st Century is a very different person compared to 20 years ago!

People born after 1985 understand the concept of the independent worker, however, those born before 1985 struggle with this fundamental change.  This often leads to a disconnect at both the management level and people in a current job search.

In essence, each worker now has a skill set developed through both education and experience that is valuable to a potential employer, which then enables people to move quickly from job to job or project to project, and with different employers if necessary.

The concept of a single job with one employer for an extended period is long gone.

While pre-1985 people may lament these changes it actually gives a worker the freedom to move employers, work from home or overseas.  This is all contingent on the worker ensuring that their qualifications and skills are constantly updated to ensure currency and relevance in the modern workplace.

Today&#39;s worker is really their own little micro business and as such marketing their skills via continual social media management and personal networking is critical to a person&#39;s ongoing value to the market.

The workplace now accommodates this &quot;freelance style&quot; of working with hot desks and use of mobile devices provided and/or encouraged by employers.

This is the world of work in which we now live!

Do not ignore it, do not fight it, simply embrace it and enjoy the benefits and freedom never dreamt of in prior generations.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Employers are not a &quot;blind date&quot;]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Your career is too important for you to not have a good understanding of your potential employer.
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<content><![CDATA[Your career is too important for you to not have a good understanding of your potential employer.

Online dating is very similar to job searching and with the advent of the internet it has become very easy to &quot;check out&quot; a person...so why not a potential employer.

An employment contract is based on mutual needs, trust and alignment of values...very similar to a marriage.

So the question is - &quot;would you get married without really knowing your partner&quot;?  Certainly not it&#39;s too risky.  Well, it is very similar to not investigating a potential employer...you have a lot to lose (think carefully before damaging your personal brand).

Whether you are applying for a job or going to an interview it makes sense to discover as much as you can about the company, including its management style, market standing, product range and values.  Not only does this enhance your ability to discuss the company in an interview situation, it may also uncover information that would make you think twice about working for them.

Prior to an employment contract being entered into it is incumbent on all parties to ask the hard questions of each other, and hopefully eradicate a poor decision that may be regretted later.

Research the company&#39;s website using LinkedIn, Google, Twitter, Google Plus as well as your own connections.  There is a lot of information out there now so your chances of discovering both good and bad intelligence are high.

Career development and job searching are based upon active research at multiple levels to get the best result for you, so make it a habit, not a chore!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Corporate/Staff Career Development Strategies]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Does your organisation have a clear staff career development strategy...if not why not?
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<content><![CDATA[Does your organisation have a clear staff career development strategy...if not why not?

Providing career resources is not an employee perk. It is a deliberate strategy to guide individual aspirations and personal skill-building in a direction that is most beneficial to the enterprise. Many career initiatives arise from poor employee engagement scores (employees rate their company poorly on career opportunities) and a strong concern for losing key talent. But organisations that have deliberately focused on career and career conversations have seen improvements beyond just survey scores and retention.

There are six steps to implementing a robust staff career development program irrespective of the size of the organisation:


	Develop your strategy by identifying the level and numbers of personnel involved, the program objectives and the support the participants will receive
	Evaluate your organisation and identify the types of roles available and your proposed human resource requirements over the next five years
	Provide an online resources program that makes it easy for participants to actively participate either at work or after hours at home.  This is a critical component and &quot;buy-in&quot; from the involved personnel...so make it as easy, flexible and accessible as possible
	Measure each participant&#39;s progress with up to date tools and technologies (usually provided by any progressive career development practice)
	Engage your employees on the insights and knowledge gained from the career development program.  Continue to leverage off this information for continuing career conversations to develop realistic career pathways for your employees
	Accept that some participants will not be of value to your organisation in the long term and assist them to find alternatives by providing a caring and supportive exit strategy


A well designed and managed corporate/staff career development program enables management to closely understand and monitor each employee&#39;s aspirations as well as performance.  Plan more accurately for future staffing and training needs, plus work with dissatisfied or underperforming people to either improve their contribution or plan to develop their careers outside your organisation. 

When organisations change their thinking about what career development is, and show their employees that anything they do to build new skills and add to their skill toolkit is development, they can start to shift how employees feel about the opportunity within the organisation. At the same time, employee commitment and engagement builds, which impacts business results.

The technologies available today now provide businesses with the opportunity to effectively engage with any or all levels of employees (whatever their location) in ways that were previously unattainable.

A recent report from Deloitte clearly states &quot;focusing on career management will give your company endurance and agility.&quot;


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Moving around the job market]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Moving around the job market

What a strange expression.  I have heard the terms job search or job hunt, but never &ldquo;moving around the job market.&rdquo;

What does it mean?
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<content><![CDATA[Moving around the job market!

What a strange expression.  I have heard the terms job search or job hunt, but never &ldquo;moving around the job market.&rdquo;

What does it mean?

It is the key to finding the job that you want, that important promotion or career-related introduction.  Never before in human history have we been so connected, and yet so isolated.  Sitting in front of our computers thinking that we are doing great things to advance our careers when in fact we are operating in a narrow alleyway and ignoring the adjoining doors of opportunity and possible intersections to prosperity.

Successful job searching is all about people; technology is handy but secondary.  In the end, it is always another person who decides to give a candidate the job, not a computer.

The methods for human interaction may have changed, but the fundamentals haven&rsquo;t.  People talk, recommend, have acquaintances, colleagues, and friends.  Never underestimate the power of people you know and who they know.

Accept the fact that the job market really is only a group of people who need other people with a particular skill set&hellip;it is that simple.

Now imagine that you are invited to a party by one of your colleagues and by mistake you go to the wrong house next door that is also having a party.  You walk in the door, and nobody there knows you, and you suddenly realise that you are at the wrong venue.  So you leave and go next door walk into the room, and your colleague immediately greets you and starts introducing you to like-minded people.

You then spend the evening &ldquo;moving around the room&rdquo; talking and connecting with the right people and you have a fabulous night.

The job market in principle is no different from the two parties.  If you go to the wrong area you will get nowhere, be rejected and waste your time.  However, by targeting your efforts at &quot;the right party&quot; you have a much better chance of accessing that critical part of the job market, and have fun at the same time.

Your job search/hunt needs to concentrate on potential employers that would want your education, experience, and background.  Once you define your target market and its various companies, you are at &ldquo;the right party&rdquo;.

Now it is time to &ldquo;move around the room&rdquo;, talk to people in these organisations, attend industry-related events and professional development activities.

Develop your human profile directly with likely referrers or decision-makers within these organisations.  By all means, connect with them on LinkedIn etc., but keep talking, asking for information, job opportunities and dare I say it HELP (it is not a four-letter word).

Technology is great, but people are greater!  Move around the job market as if it is a continuous circle because career opportunities abound for the brave.

Just as I am proofreading this article the attached email has just arrived from a current client (this validates all of the above).

&ldquo;Last week, I attended the CPA Annual General Meeting and met -------, CEO of CPA Australia.  I talked about my current job searching situation and he said that he would send my profile to the division manager.  Now -------, CPA General Manager of Victoria would like to arrange a time to meet with me.  He is also my connection on LinkedIn.&rdquo;


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[A curious mindset]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Throughout my career as a career counsellor, I have been privileged to assist thousands of people from all walks of life, backgrounds and occupations.&iuml;&raquo;&iquest;&iuml;&raquo;&iquest;
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<content><![CDATA[Throughout my career as a career counsellor, I have been privileged to assist thousands of people from all walks of life, backgrounds and occupations.

Career coaching/development is based on initially assessing clients and really understanding them (this is fundamental to providing good advice and career direction).  The old adage that &ldquo;everyone is different&rdquo; is absolutely true.

&ldquo;No two people are the same&rdquo; is always the basis for starting work with a new client.  No preconceptions, bias or judgements can be allowed to enter any stage of the client/counsellor relationship.  This objectivity of the career practitioner is the foundation of the relationship that provides a safe environment for the client to learn and prosper.

There are identifiable factors that differentiate people and contribute to the success of their career transition and I have written on these topics in previous publications: PERSISTENCE, RESILIENCE and ACTION.

Let us examine CURIOSITY.

We live in an age of abundance and opportunity, surrounded by multiple options&hellip;too much choice for some people.

The information age has given us the ability to quickly source data and statistics on which to base our choices.  So why do some people struggle to prosper in such a fertile environment?

In my observation, they often lack curiosity which I define as &ldquo;inquisitive thinking such as exploration, investigation and learning&rdquo;.

Age and gender have nothing to do with curiosity&hellip;a closed mind in a 25-year-old is as equally limiting as in a 75-year-old.  Studies on neuroplasticity consistently confirm that a healthy brain in any age group is capable of learning new and complex tasks.

It&rsquo;s a mindset&hellip;nothing to do with reality.

So what is the common denominator (out of the thousands of clients previously noted) that enables most people to achieve a positive career transition?

&hellip;A CURIOUS MINDSET!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<content><![CDATA[Every successful job search will have a structure.  It is not a meandering journey, it is a focused and systematic set of actions that obviously have a beginning and an end&hellip;it is what happens in between that is paramount.

Technology has made people lazy.  They believe that little effort beyond submitting a few online applications is required.  Nothing could be further from the truth.

An effective job search is demanding.  Employment opportunities are not effortlessly delivered by drones or email.  They are hunted down by stalking employers, gathering intelligence, talking to real people and positioning yourself to be available and known.

Think of it as a military operation and consider the massive planning that went into the &ldquo;D Day&rdquo; landing in Europe.  That&rsquo;s the way to approach a job search&hellip;minimal effort will not cut it.

Challenged job seekers (currently employed included) will tell you that there are no jobs available, their resume is not up to standard, the economy is bad, the system is broken and on it goes.  The problem in most cases is with them and not tackling the job search task correctly (as above).

So what are the components of a structured job search?


	Beginning&hellip;initial trigger to start looking for a new position
	Self-analysis&hellip;understanding your skills and value to the market
	Tools&hellip;resume and supporting documentation
	Research&hellip;sourcing employers and sectors that need your skills
	Gaining knowledge&hellip;understanding the current employment market
	Data mining&hellip;conducting research and identifying key people
	Talking to people&hellip;networking and continually talking to the right people
	Obtaining advice&hellip;listen only to people who really know (not those who think they know)
	Presentation&hellip;ensure that you look and are seen as a quality person
	Learning&hellip;gaining appropriate qualifications to support your career objectives
	Practising interview skills and related tactics
	Personal discipline&hellip;keep doing the above over and over until you reach the end


The above are components of a structured job search, they are not the structure!

The structure is similar to the steps on a ladder as they force implementation of the components within a prescribed and known format.  A structure is both predictable and disciplined, with the ability to be evaluated and modified along the journey.

An unstructured, undisciplined and haphazard approach can be disastrous and totally unrelated to your workplace skills and abilities.  In other words just because you are good at your work, it does not mean that you are good at job searching&hellip;in fact, most people are not.

The assumption that because I am a good ENGINEER (?) then I must be good at finding a new job is often the pathway to despair.

The same career management/job search mistakes are repeated every day throughout the nation and across all occupations.  Listen to people grumping on about it at parties, in cafes and in public transport to confirm this.

It&rsquo;s all about the structure&hellip;


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<description><![CDATA[Irrespective of your life or career stage recognising your career potential can be limited by your view of the world and lack of understanding of the broad range of jobs and industry sectors across the employment market.
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<content><![CDATA[Irrespective of your life or career stage recognising your career potential can be limited by your view of the world and lack of understanding of the broad range of jobs and industry sectors across the employment market.

It&rsquo;s a big world out there, abounding with opportunities and the need for talent.

Simply assuming that because you have worked in one sector for many years, then that is where you fit is &ldquo;tunnel vision&rdquo;, with &ldquo;comfort zones&rdquo; often being a critical limiting factor.

A good example is an electrical engineer working in the power generation industry who imagines that he/she can only get another job in the same sector.  Nonsense, electrical engineers, are required in multiple industries so the career options are plentiful.

This example should not be limited to technical skills either, as there are numerous employers insisting on people with high quality &ldquo;soft skills&rdquo; (and on the list goes).

Many aspiring candidates become limited by job titles and are surprised to be advised that there is no set standard for job titles.  You can be called anything really&hellip;it&rsquo;s the job tasks that you perform and your skillset that is important.

It does not always revolve around qualifications.  Your actual skills, expertise, experience and prior career achievements are a powerful set of tools in many instances.  Work closely with your career consultant to identify these and document your attributes, plus learn how to present them in a compelling and professional format to an employer.

There are literally hundreds of sectors and thousands of jobs in today&rsquo;s modern economy&hellip;so what is the problem?  People often get overwhelmed with both the complexity and numbers involved with career selection which is entirely understandable.

Professional career coaching is focused on assisting people through this maze by targeting the following points:
&bull;    Identify and acknowledge their real value
&bull;    Ignore the money (initially) and look at the opportunity
&bull;    Embrace career achievements
&bull;    Deeply, understand their skillset
&bull;    Document expertise developed over a lifetime of work
&bull;    Match all of the above to jobs and sectors
&bull;    Present the total package to a potential employer

Career opportunities are lost every day because people are unaware of them, and needy employers have no idea of the value individuals present.

This lack of knowledge and mismatching costs the economy billions of dollars annually in lost production so it is not a small problem.

The good news is that it is a &ldquo;fixable problem&rdquo;, providing you have the right advice and guidance.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[A Primary Resource During the Job Search is People]]></title>
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<content><![CDATA[One of your most precious resources during a job search is people. You may have some strong feelings about &quot;using people&quot; and you may be reluctant to ask for help. After you complete your job search, however, you will realise that the majority of the information which led you to your final destination came from people.

Remember! Using people as resources is distinct from taking inappropriate advantage of others. Using people effectively is the key to your finding a new situation in the most expeditious fashion.

Keep in mind the following realities:

No one owes you anything! Don&#39;t act as if you are entitled to help. When you are seeking free advice, take care not to inadvertently act as if you think, &quot;People owe it. to me&quot;.


	
		
			
			Every person you approach has their own preoccupations and worries! Be sensitive to others. If their response is not what you expect, it may have nothing to do with you. &quot;Remember the networking contact I called on last month? I have just found out he has lost his job and his wife has cancer. No wonder he did not do much to help me as his world must have been falling apart.&quot;

			
				Most people want to help! Despite not owing you anything and with their own preoccupations, most people will go out of their way to be of assistance. Your responsibility is to approach them in the appropriate manner and to assist them in helping you.
				Approach people in a way that acknowledges that their time is limited. Arrange an appointment at a time and location which is best for them.
				Establish the length of your meeting in advance and hold to it.
				Effective networking does work! What most people term networking is only a pale approximation of the real thing. Put aside any preconceptions and past experiences, and learn how to make networking pay off for you.
				One of your goals is to spread the word of your availability to as many people as possible through energetic networking, you put the news of your candidacy into as many people&#39;s minds as possible, thereby increasing the chances of hearing about open positions.
				For those of you thinking, &quot;I do not have ten people in my network&quot;, think again and be prepared to stretch your limits.
				List your contacts! Make a list of everyone you know&hellip;that is not an easy task. Start with the people with whom you are in current contact; then recall people with whom you have lost touch. Include people from all facets of your life: business, professional, and voluntary associations; social, community and religious organisations, University and school affiliations; Military Service. Don&#39;t forget customers (past and present), suppliers, lawyers, accountants, bankers, local merchants and relatives. Do NOT leave out someone because you assume he or she wouldn&#39;t be useful. You never know who might be very useful. This list now forms the foundation of your networking.
				Facilitate the networking discussion! Help your contact think about your request for his help and advice with your job search in broad terms. If his first reaction is, &quot;I don&#39;t know anyone who fits that description&quot;, make it clear that you would value any kind of suggestion, however tangential. Cite examples of where someone led you to someone who in turn knew of someone else who had the information you needed. Intrigue them with this process in order to stretch their thinking.
				If no immediate ideas are forthcoming, forestall a negative response by suggesting your contact mull over your request for a day or two. Make specific arrangements to follow up your call, in a way that leaves no doubt that you will. And then do it!
			

			Do not rely solely on social media. Person to person contact is still the most powerful way to obtain information to get the job or career that you want.

			
			
		
	


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<content><![CDATA[In a market, the seller and buyer are brought together by mutual interest and the benefit they can be to each other. The buyer wants what the seller has to offer; the seller wants the best offer he can get for it. There may be some haggling, but in the end, if both sides are satisfied, a transaction takes place. In short, both sides want something; both have something to offer.

Recruitment is just such a market process. The employer is offering a job. He wants to attract the best possible candidate by making it as inviting as possible.

The candidates for their part each want to convince the employer that they are just right for the job and that they are better than any of the other candidates.

As in all markets, there are two sides to the deal, and it takes salesmanship and negotiation to bring them together. Each side has its own weaknesses to guard against, its own aces up its sleeve.

You must also remember that in today&#39;s extremely competitive market, you must take the initiative when it comes to finding a new job and you must do this in a distinctive way so that you stand out from the crowd.

Your future career will not take care of itself - you must get out and grab the opportunities. &quot;Hello, Mr Jones? My name is Sue Smith. I am an experienced Technical Training Specialist&quot;...define your offer succinctly.

Two Alternative Approaches to the Job Search


	Using the mendicant approach, you can go from person to person and from place to place asking for a job. You become, quite literally, someone begging others to come to your rescue. Eventually, you may find a job, but at a great cost to your self-esteem. And what kind of managerial job is offered to a mendicant?
	Using a target marketing approach, you develop a clear idea of the product that you have to offer, define the type of job and environment best suited to that product, mount an effective marketing campaign targeted at prospective users, and present the product as available for a limited time only.


It doesn&#39;t require an MBA to choose between the two. The target marketing approach is clearly the more effective way to carry out the job search.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation

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<title><![CDATA[Tackling a job search]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Starting a job search can be daunting...it is now very different in the third decade of the 21st century.
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<content><![CDATA[Starting a job search can be daunting...it is now very different in the third decade of the 21st century.

If you are, like most people, already partway through your working life, you will have spent much more time doing a job than looking for a career. Initially, reviewing your career, developing career options, searching for opportunities, and attending interviews can be daunting.

To succeed in your job search you should tackle it the same way as any other task. That means you should start by defining your problem based on research and analysis.

Then, you can identify possible courses of action and decide which to take. Once you have embarked on a particular strategy you will need to assess and review regularly how effective it has been and change direction if things are not turning out as planned.

You must understand the difficulty of the task you are embarking on and realise that it will require a great deal of hard work, dedication and tenacity.

Be very wary of PHANTOM JOBS

You must accept the fact that finding a new position is a full-time job in itself. Jobs are to be found, and success will be yours if you set about this in a business-like way and if you work at it methodically and diligently as you worked in your past job. When you accept that your job search will be very demanding, you will start off on the right foot.

It may be demanding, but you can have a lot of fun along the way. You will meet new people, see new places of work and create your future.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Drafting your job application]]></title>
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<content><![CDATA[The following suggestions may be helpful in preparing a job application in response to an advertisement (online or otherwise).

Read the advertisement carefully, underlining or making notes on salient points raised - for example, the duties, the type of person sought and the method of application. If phoning is optional, it is generally preferable to phone initially, as they will often try to interview you over the telephone to reduce their workload, and save time by not bringing you in for a personal interview. This could give you the chance to sell yourself or at least find out vital information about the position. You will also find that the people on the other end may give you an immediate indication about your chances.  You may possibly determine that the position is not what you wanted, thereby avoid wasting your precious time, effort and resources.

You may be unsuccessful after submitting an application, but at least someone has got to read your letter first, before deciding to reject you for the position.

In writing the application letter to accompany your resume, highlight those aspects of your experience which the employer says they are seeking. One page should be sufficient and unless the advertisement specifically seeks a hand-written application, it should be typed. However, if it is hand-written, ensure your writing is neat and legible. Check spelling and grammar.

Do not waste time writing lengthy application letters if you are asked to write or telephone for an application. Some consultants and organisations favour this approach, so you should be aware of a few basic guidelines.

Judgments about people will be made on the way applications are completed. They will not be impressed by forms that are incomplete, difficult to read, inaccurate, vague, unconvincing or bearing signs of having been completed without attention or thought.

If an online application form process is being used try to complete it within a couple of days.

Read thoroughly all of the notes on the application form and make sure you understand what is required.

Put the right information in the right sections.  Use every space on the form effectively; a neat layout creates a good impression.

ALWAYS check your spelling and grammar.

Draft answers to questions where personal views or long narratives are called for and then cut and paste the final wording into the form (when you are satisfied with it).

Be brief and succinct with your responses.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY


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<title><![CDATA[Robots on the march]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[The robots are coming to a workplace near you VERY SOON!
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<content><![CDATA[The robots are coming to a workplace near you VERY SOON!

American academic Vivek Wadhwa predicts that almost half the jobs in the US will be lost, 60-80 million jobs lost in the following four sectors alone being automated:


	Driving (4 million direct, 15 million indirect)
	3D house printing (12 million)
	Warehouse - pickers, packers, stockers (5 million direct, 14 million indirect)
	Manufacturing (20 million)  


The Washington Post reports that some robots already cost less to operate than the salaries of the humans they replace, and they are getting cheaper and better.

Boston Consulting Group predicts that, by 2025, the operating cost of a robot that does welding will be less than $2 per hour, for example. That&rsquo;s more affordable than the $25 per hour that a human welder earns today in the U.S. and even cheaper than the pay of skilled workers in the lowest-income countries.

The march of automation (robotics) is quickening and inexorable.

Everyone should immediately develop a 5 to 10-year career plan to ensure that they are not rendered irrelevant in the coming workplace revolution.  Professional career planning is a detailed, researched and living document that is an essential tool in any employee&#39;s &quot;career survival kit&quot;.

Start today as tomorrow may be too late!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Your Career Plan]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[How is your career plan progressing?
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<content><![CDATA[How is your career plan progressing?

If you hesitate to respond to this question, your career is probably in big trouble, as your competitors are working on theirs RIGHT NOW!

Do you know where you want to be in 3-5 years?

How will AI impact your career?

What are your goals?

Are you making connections in organisations that you may like to work for in the future?  Do you even know who they are?

What professional development and additional qualifications are you organising and completing this year?

Questions, questions and more questions.

The fact is that career motivated professionals are doing all of the above and more.  It&#39;s not a matter of &quot;going with the flow&quot;, it&#39;s all about building direct bridges leading to your next promotion or a new job.

There is no choice in this.  We live in a sophisticated and educated society and a workplace where mediocracy is not tolerated.  Change is ever-present and you must morph and grow constantly...be restless, be alert and be open to change.

I predict that within 15 years all cars will be driverless, all goods will be delivered by drones and robots with prevail across all sectors and occupations.

Are you preparing for these profound changes?

Will your experience, education and mindset be of value to the economy and workplace of tomorrow, or will you be redundant, of little or no value and to the employment market in just 10 years time.

Start your career plan today and avoid being irrelevant and discarded in the not too distant future.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<description><![CDATA[Job searching can be a difficult, lengthy and frustrating business
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<content><![CDATA[Job searching can be a difficult, lengthy and frustrating business and it is best if you plan on the basis that it will be. You require a plan of action and self-discipline to see the plan through.

On leaving your present job, you may be tempted to take a holiday.  In a highly competitive job market, holidays may not be in your best interests in that a break may persuade you that you can put off till tomorrow career development activities which should be taken today. It is often possible to arrange to take a break before you start a newly accepted position.

Review your career development activities regularly, say once a week. Ask yourself what have you done in the previous week about getting a new job and what are you planning to do next week. Your answers must be positive and honest.

The longer you are out of work the more tedious the job search becomes. The first, second and even the third weeks are simple. So perhaps are the first four or five interviews. But you must sound as fresh and enthusiastic in your twentieth interview as you did in the first. A jaded or desperate performance could lose you the offer of a job.

For those people who have been out of work for an extended period, we recommend that you accept any reasonable offer of a job that you can do and would more or less enjoy doing - even if it is not ideal. There is little satisfaction in being the best engineer or sales manager who is out of work.  Your career plan can then be implemented in the future to obtain that ultimate ideal position (it is much easier to find a new position whilst you are currently employed).

Job hunting requires the same amount of effort (if not more) as you expended in the position you have vacated. Only through good self-organisation and self-discipline can you effectively meet the challenge.

Finally, I want to emphasise five points:


	How essential it is to adopt a planned and disciplined approach to the job search. By all means, be flexible and adapt your style to experience and circumstances, but be clear that your objective is to rejoin the workforce as quickly as possible.
	Your capability to find another position quickly is directly proportional to the amount of effort you are prepared to expend on the problem.
	The connection between the number of applications (targeted) and ultimate results cannot be ignored.
	The network of connections that you have developed over the years is your most valuable job search asset.
	Technology and social media, in particular, are the keys to sourcing your next job opportunity, and whilst face to face meetings are important, technology is vital&hellip;so don&rsquo;t ignore it.



WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<title><![CDATA[Making your mind your friend - disarm your self-sabotages]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Self-sabotages take the form of your inner dialogue with yourself. How you see things &ndash; the stories you create in your mind - determine your experience of life.&iuml;&raquo;&iquest;&iuml;&raquo;&iquest;
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<content><![CDATA[Self-sabotages take the form of your inner dialogue with yourself. How you see things &ndash; the stories you create in your mind - determine your experience of life. External events or circumstances are only triggers for your feelings.

If, for example, you go to a job interview but don&rsquo;t get the job you could say to yourself two very different things:


	Unhelpful thinking- &ldquo;I&rsquo;m not skilled/educated/young/old enough. This is terrible that I failed.&rdquo; Result: you feel bad, stop job searching for a week or longer and miss a great opportunity.
	Helpful thinking- &ldquo;They thought someone else was more suited for the position. This may be a good thing&hellip; there is probably a better opportunity out there waiting for me.&rdquo; Result: you feel okay, continue job searching and get a position to which you are better suited.


You can see how the same external event or trigger can create two very different results. Whether you feel good or bad stems from how your mind interprets situations. Your mind is very powerful. It will either sabotage your career efforts or allow you to create the career and life path you most deeply desire.

So what can you do about it? Pay attention to your thinking. Get to know and recognize your patterns. Say to yourself &ldquo;Oh, that&rsquo;s just my &ldquo;doubter&rdquo; working over-time&rdquo; or &ldquo;That&rsquo;s just my inner critic giving me a hard time.&rdquo; Don&rsquo;t worry about it, just step back, observe yourself and then look for an alternative view that is more helpful. To be able to laugh at yourself and your self-sabotages is incredibly empowering&hellip; and a lot more enjoyable than getting stuck in them!

While we may not be fully responsible for the programming we received as children, we are, as adults, the only ones who can be responsible for correcting it.

For career success improve your mind as much as possible but don&rsquo;t wait for perfection. Swing into action as soon as you can and learn from your mistakes and your victories along the way. EVERYONE makes mistakes as they try out different jobs &ndash; that is all part of the learning process.

Calibrating confidence

It is called The Dunning-Kruger Effect named after the psychologists David Dunning and Justin Kruger. In a 1999 paper, the researchers also found that once people improve their skills, they do a better job at judging what they do and don&#39;t know.

So when you think you&#39;ve got a new skill down pat? Make sure you figure out what else you still have to learn. And when you&#39;ve been doing something forever and are still doubting your confidence? Try to remember not to sell yourself short.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<title><![CDATA[If you want to get lucky - take action]]></title>
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<content><![CDATA[&quot;Nothing will be attempted if all possible objections must first be overcome.&quot; 

Samuel Johnson

It is widely recognised that successful people are people of action. They may make mistakes but they pick themselves back up, dust themselves off, and try again. The more you get out into the world, talk to people, and have a go, the more successful you will be in the long run. Now is a good time to remember some of the words that call us to action:

&quot;Whatever you can do or dream you can begin it! For boldness has genius, power and magic in it.
Begin it now!&quot;

Johann Goethe

&quot;Our doubts are our traitors and make us lose the good we oft might gain by fearing to attempt.&quot; 

William Shakespeare

Just do it! 

(As declared by the well-known footwear advertisement)

The reflection, research and planning recommended above will strengthen the effectiveness of your actions. However, there are some things that need to be learnt by trial and error. Goethe went so far as to say, &ldquo;Self-knowledge is best learned, not by contemplation, but by action.&rdquo;

You will also maximise your chances of &ldquo;getting lucky&rdquo; with your career by being active and engaged with the world. You can improve your career with five action-oriented skills that will make you more &ldquo;lucky&rdquo; with your career:


	Curiosity &ndash; exploring new learning opportunities
	Persistence &ndash; continuing to exert effort despite setbacks
	Flexibility &ndash; being open to changing your beliefs, ideas and attitudes when called for
	Optimism &ndash; viewing even challenging situations as offering possible opportunities
	Risk-taking &ndash; willingness to take action in the face of uncertain outcomes


If you stay open and alert for unexpected opportunities and new possibilities your career will reap the rewards!

&quot;Failure is not the worst thing in the world.  The worst is not to try.&quot;

-Unknown


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Think about the big picture &acirc;&#128;&quot; not just a job!]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[The gap between the winners and losers on many levels in this game we call the &ldquo;global economy&rdquo; is increasing.
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<content><![CDATA[The gap between the winners and losers on many levels in this game we call the &ldquo;global economy&rdquo; is increasing.  

There are increasing changes to the job market. We may not often like them but there is good news also. There are greater than ever opportunities for career success, wealth and making a positive difference if you play the game smart.

If you want to be one of the winners and perhaps even be in a position to assist others in the game you need to consciously develop your game plan for your career life.

There are three broad potential strategies for your career-life game plan in the 21stcentury: 1) wealth creation, 2) rewarding work, and 3) voluntary simplicity.

Game plan 1 &ndash; Wealth Creation
Wealth creation is about increasing your power on the physical level by developing intellectual, physical, and financial assets which eventually give you the time freedom and the resources to live your purpose independent (if you choose) from a paid job.

Many of my older outplacement clients would have been in a much better situation if they had educated and applied themselves in the wealth creation area 10 years before they were made redundant. An effective exit strategy can be empowering to your career.

Game plan 2 &ndash; Rewarding Work
Identifying the types of work most likely to be personally rewarding is the focus of the tips in the first section and what career consultants normally help their clients with. The basic idea is that to be successful at your work you need to enjoy it, or even better, have a passionate love for it.

The strength of this game plan is that if you, at least, like what you do, you&rsquo;ll probably be good at it and engage in the necessary life-long learning to stay in demand in the job marketplace.

But be warned &ndash; rewarding work often doesn&rsquo;t come easy. You may need to work hard, make some sacrifices and some smart choices to find or create your rewarding work.

Game plan 3 &ndash; Voluntary Simplicity
In the voluntary simplicity game the emphasis shifts from consuming to relationships, family, well being and creativity. To have self-directed power over your career-life you need to recognize and separate from advertising and social conditioning which pushes you to over-consume and become controlled by your debt.

This is not about living in poverty. It&rsquo;s about being a conscious consumer rather than just a conditioned consumer. Do a Google search on the words &ldquo;voluntary simplicity&rdquo; for a heap of ideas and resources on this game plan.

Most people are best served by combining these three strategies or individual game plans. How it will best suit you to integrate the three-game plans will become clearer as you self assess and define your purpose and vision.

Your purpose and vision for your career life are what integrates and guides your game plans. To be successful in applying them you will need to educate yourself over the long-term in each of these three areas.

If you like, your ACMA career management consultant can help you get started on this important process TODAY!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Unlock your true career potential with ACMA&#39;s proven migrant career management program.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<content><![CDATA[Good referees are very valuable.

1. Don&rsquo;t take them for granted. Be sure to ask their permission to have them as a referee. Keep the relationship strong by remembering to do little things such as send them birthday cards, Christmas cards, copies of articles that you think might interest them, plus the usual ongoing social media contact.

Let your career consultant guide you on choosing and coaching the most suitable people as referees.

Once you have their permission, in general, don&rsquo;t bother them every time you put down their name as a referee. However, you should make it clear to the employer or recruiter that they should tell you if the selection process gets to the point where they will soon be contacting your referees. (This is normally only the top applicants after they have been interviewed.)

When you know they will soon be contacted, call your referees and send them the position description or job advertisement, a copy of your application, and a concise list of your major achievements while working with them.

The purpose of this list of achievements is to prompt their memories and prepare them to make you sound like a million dollars (or whatever your salary will be) when the employer contacts them.

Professionally managing the entire pre and post-interview strategy is critical to achieving the outcome that you want.

2. Your referees are also at the heart of your network.  Connecting with your referees on LinkedIn is obvious, however, how to then leverage off their personal connections is the key to targeting and shortening your job search, and rapidly expand your LinkedIn connections.

Step 1 Carefully examine all of your referees&#39; connections on Linkedin and invite all of them to connect with you (on the basis that you both know your referee).

Step 2 Once you have connected with your referees&#39; connections, repeat Step 1 instructions to connect with this new set of people.

Step 3 Develop a list of companies that all of your new connections work for and refine down to twelve potential companies that you would like to work for.

Step 4 You now have a list of companies to directly target market and follow (all of which will be relevant to your background).

As you can see, your referees are &quot;truly magic&quot; people to actively assist you to obtain your next position and drive your career to new heights.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<description><![CDATA[A job search is about total commitment and a laser focus...anything else is simply not enough.
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<content><![CDATA[A job search is about total commitment and a laser focus...anything else is simply not enough.

Don&rsquo;t just go through the motions of a job search. Find something you can get yourself excited about going after. If you don&rsquo;t know what that is, obtain career counselling and assessment.

Don&rsquo;t do the same old things and say the same old things that everyone else does. Be original in some way&hellip;a successful job search requires both significant time and effort.

Don&rsquo;t just go for jobs in large well-known organisations. These are the most competitive places to seek work. Smaller organisations (less than 150 staff) create the most new jobs and are often better places to work.

Don&rsquo;t just go apply for advertised and online jobs.  On average 70% of jobs are never advertised, so put your major efforts into directly target marketing companies highly likely to want your skillset...PHANTOM JOBS

Don&#39;t ignore the power of social media.  LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter should all be part of a powerful set of job search tools.&iuml;&raquo;&iquest;&iuml;&raquo;&iquest;

Don&#39;t use AI to write resumes or cover letters.  Companies and recruiters are being overwhelmed with AI-generated job applications, which they quickly reject.

Don&rsquo;t lose touch with reality. Think big, aim high, but be willing to start from where you are. Be realistic. Don&rsquo;t get stuck looking for the perfect job &ndash; where you save the world and make $200,000 a year straight out of school or university. There are times when you may need to get a stop-gap job while you work on a longer-term plan.

The strategy is everything.

Good luck, it is a tough journey!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[I have seen the future and it&#39;s scary]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[The world is entering a period of profound change, unlike any other over the last 250 years, and in particular, the way we work, including the impact of AI.
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<content><![CDATA[The world is entering a period of profound change, unlike any other over the last 250 years, and in particular, the way we work, including the impact of AI.

It is not the distant future that I see; it is the near future, and it is happening right now.  Technological advances will affect everyone and displace industries and associated employment opportunities worldwide.

Don&rsquo;t swallow the line that demographers are spinning that many new jobs will be created by this revolution.  It is driven by the minimisation of labour and the maximisation of productivity and investor returns.

This is what I envisage:


	The delivery of mail and all light parcels will be done by drones&hellip;only heavy items like white goods and above will be hand-delivered, and driverless trucks will abound


DISRUPTION: reduced delivery drivers and fewer vehicles on the road, less fuel used, fewer trucks built, fewer motor dealerships and associated service businesses required


	All small components will be produced on-site by 3D printers, with only heavy manufacturing remaining


DISRUPTION: factories (throughout Asia in particular) will close, and delivery requirements will diminish (see above)


	AI robotics will take over many white-collar jobs (administration/accounting) with algorithms now able to learn and remember complex tasks as they go


DISRUPTION: Every business has administration and accounting needs, and these jobs will disappear (even positions requiring skilled judgement and knowledge of the law)


	Battery technology will power our cars and home electricity needs.  Make no mistake, this technology is ready now and will make redundant power generation plants, petrol and fuel industries


DISRUPTION: the need for oil will reduce with all of its geopolitical implications, petrol stations will disappear, electricity generation plants (of any type) will not be required, retail gas and electricity distributors will be gone


	Driverless cars will mean that most families will only need one car instead of two or three (perhaps none)


DISRUPTION: Car manufacturing will be limited, the number of cars on our roads will drop dramatically, car servicing and panel repairs will diminish, insurance company turnovers will similarly drop, with supporting litigation and lawyers no longer in demand

Will your job be safe?  Probably not is the unwanted answer&hellip;

You may want to explore the following growth sectors, which I believe people should consider to insulate themselves from this rapid change (if that is possible): agribusiness, technology, communications, health, aged care, construction, and related trades.

If you are a young person considering your career prospects, then a science degree would be a great insurance policy.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation

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<title><![CDATA[Join a professional association]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[A group of people with similar qualifications, industry or sector background and career aspirations.
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<content><![CDATA[A professional body is defined as a group of people with similar qualifications, industry or sector background and career aspirations.

The opportunity to meet with peers in your sector is called NETWORKING and is the best job insurance any person can develop...learn this vital skill today.

Industry connections are like gold.  On average 70% of jobs are never advertised, with word of mouth and informal introductions being the major gateway to your next career move.

Even introverts can be comfortable in a group of like-minded people, so there are really no barriers other than your personal motivation.

Professional associations not only allow you to build valuable connections, but many provide excellent professional development resources and events such as monthly meetings with a guest speaker, plus some even conduct annual conventions.

Being personally visible within your industry or sector compliments your online profile, positions you for your next career move and certainly strengthens your ability to quickly find a new job if your current employer downsizes.

All of the above is achieved by simply mixing with nice like-minded people, having fun and reaping the rewards.

Follow this link to identify the most appropriate professional associations suited to your background:

http://w3.unisa.edu.au/careers/Careertool/connect/CT-ProfessionalAssociations.pdf &iuml;&raquo;&iquest;&iuml;&raquo;&iquest;&iuml;&raquo;&iquest;


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Migrant job candidates are often disadvantaged]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Migrant job candidates are often disadvantaged!

The above statement may not be news to many, however, it does have profound implications for the Australian economy and social fabric.
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<content><![CDATA[Migrant job candidates are often disadvantaged!

The above statement may not be news to many, however, it does have profound implications for the Australian economy and social fabric.

Here is a list of some issues that can negatively impact newly arrived migrants:


	Poor English language skills
	Lack of personal connections and networks in Australia
	Social confusion and inability to quickly adapt to local social norms
	No understanding of Australian employment application protocols and processes
	Reticence to actively &ldquo;sell&rdquo; their skills, achievements and value
	Blindly expecting to achieve in Australia simply because they have previously been successful in their own country


This list is not exhaustive, however, it does point out some major barriers and given the high unemployment rate amongst many migrant populations this is an important conversation.

In many instances, barriers exist through no fault of migrants, such as:


	Definite reluctance by some employers and recruiters to appoint and train migrants
	The overemphasis in today&rsquo;s workplace on team skills and emotional intelligence can automatically exclude people attempting to assimilate into the Australian workforce
	Often migrants have been sold the line that many jobs are available in their sector in Australia
	Oversupply of graduates being &ldquo;pumped out&rdquo; of the tertiary education sector throughout Australia


Migrants are advised to review their aspirations and look at sectors in the workforce that have growth and high labour demands.  With the Australian economy transitioning from the mining boom and manufacturing decline it is not easy to &ldquo;pick winners&rdquo; without local knowledge and professional assistance.

Over the last seventy-five year&#39;s migrants settling in Australia have shown both resilience and an entrepreneurial flair, which today&rsquo;s newcomers should carefully consider&hellip;history is a great teacher.

Self-employment is often ignored by both local residents and migrants; however, it can be a valid choice for the right people.  It is sometimes said that self-employment is not a real job as it is &ldquo;just buying a job&rdquo;.  Small to medium-sized businesses are the largest employers in Australia and are also the engine room of the economy.

Settling into a new country, culture, laws and social structures is a tough journey, but there is no other choice if migrants want to build a new life and career.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Interview preparation basics]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Preparing for an interview is like running in a marathon...you would not even think about entering unless you had done the necessary training!
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<content><![CDATA[Preparing for an interview is like running in a marathon...you would not even think about entering unless you had done the necessary training, so follow these basic steps:

1. Research the company.  Make sure that it is a company that you will want to work for

2. Use your Resume as a marketing brochure - Learn your selling points off by heart and be able to relate them specifically to &ldquo;any&rdquo; job requirements

3. Draft a list of &ldquo;agenda of points&rdquo; that you want to make during the interview

4. Practice your &ldquo;one minute responses&rdquo; to ensure maximum impact and a &ldquo;close off&rdquo;, of the topic.  You must not allow an interviewer to dwell on a point as it reduces the time available to sell yourself

5. Ensure that you are talking 60% of the time.  If the interviewer does most of the talking, then you have nothing to lose by interjecting when they take a breath

6. Make sure that all your responses to negative or hard to understand questions about yourself are &ldquo;positive&rdquo;.  If you can&rsquo;t, make sure any negatives have been turned into strengths by personal development

7. In every response you must demonstrate that you are &ldquo;willing&rdquo;,  &ldquo;able&rdquo; and &ldquo;manageable&rdquo;

8. Start your preparation by:


	familiarising yourself again with the work of the organisation and the services it provides together with any other issues significant to it
	read the organisations recent annual reports and any other publications of relevance, especially their website
	examine the duty statement and other information available to gain an appreciation of the tasks and responsibilities of the position
	research the interviewer on LinkedIn to see how you can quickly build rapport


9. Be prepared to answer questions about:


	the reasons you applied for the position
	any inquires you made about the position
	knowledge and understanding you have of the duties and responsibilities
	experience you have had and how it relates to the position
	qualifications, both formal and informal
	your career aspirations and how they fit in with the organisation
	how you see yourself carrying out the duties of the position
	the contribution you believe you could make to the organisation&rsquo;s endeavours
	initiatives you have taken in the past
	position related to community and leisure interests


10. You might ask questions about:


	what you will be doing and with whom you would work
	what training facilities are available and study required
	future career paths and prospects within the organisation
	any special projects you have heard about
	the effect of change within the organisation


11. Have some additional information about yourself to give to the interviewer/panel when the opportunity arises:


	anticipated study
	other skills that you have
	relevant special interests
	your career objectives



WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<title><![CDATA[Navigate your career]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Where is your career going?

Don&#39;t let it founder...
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<content><![CDATA[Where is your career going?

Don&#39;t let it founder...

Do you have a career plan?

Do you have a vision of where you want your career to be in five to ten years?

Do you have a career goal?

All of the above questions are critical in navigating your career journey and achieving your personal life ambitions.  Careers are not separate from your life goals&hellip;both are deeply entwined and inter-related.

History is a great teacher, so I invite you to consider the life and achievements of that great explorer Matthew Flinders who single handily was the first person to circumnavigate Australia.  It is an epic story that I encourage people to read as there is so much we can learn from this intrepid explorer.

That&rsquo;s right, he sailed a boat by himself around Australia drawing detailed maps of the coastline, including reefs and other perils for future seafaring voyages.  His charts still form the basis for most navigation around the Australian seaboard almost 200 years later.

So how does this relate to your life journey and career pathway in particular:


	He had a goal to prove that Australia was an island continent
	He carefully packed provisions and the appropriate equipment for his journey into the unknown
	He was committed to documenting every stage of his journey and drawing detailed maps of the coastline for the benefit of future travellers


In other words, his personal goal was to be achieved by building a positive resource for others (career and personal goals complementing each other).

Matthew Flinders loved his work and when he finally returned to England many years later became a prolific author on the Australian continent, its geography, flora and fauna.

This was no haphazard outcome!  He continually did things and took action to make his career and life an exciting and positive legacy to society.

Taking action is fundamental to every person&rsquo;s career and with action comes risk.  Plans and good preparation mitigate risk and actively assist in achieving our goals.

Nevertheless, the major risk of doing nothing is mediocracy, career stagnation and life of underachievement.

Be bold, plan, initiate action!

Accept the fact that life can be influenced by random events, so be flexible with your plan, but never lose sight of your goals. 

Develop a mentor as your lighthouse, navigate the reefs carefully but determinedly, and most importantly help others on your journey.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Critical job search Action Plan]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[What is the most important document in any person&rsquo;s job search?
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<content><![CDATA[What is the most important document in any person&rsquo;s job search?

Perhaps it is your resume, LinkedIn profile or application letter&hellip;

The answer is your ACTION PLAN.

Having a great resume and other job search resources is useless unless they are used effectively to gain access to job opportunities, receive interview invitations and ultimately land your perfect job.

You cannot build a house without a detailed set of plans, and similarly to build a results-oriented job search you need a strategic Action Plan.

So what are the major components of an Action Plan?  Using the SMART goals (SPECIFIC, MEASURABLE, ATTAINABLE, RELEVANT, TIME BOUND) a targeted Action Plan can be built, bearing in mind that a mature job search consists of a broad range of activities and not focused only on a couple of actions.

Actions may be built around the following headings and then broken down into specific tasks

LinkedIn

Industry publications

Online job boards

Detailed record keeping

Connections

Networking

Industry-specific job sites

Informational interviews

Direct action

Target marketing

Recruiters

Weekly reviews

In most cases a job search is a long term exercise that is easily derailed by outside pressures, so a well-crafted Action Plan will keep you focused on the task that is really a &ldquo;full-time job&rdquo; &hellip;a job search it is not a holiday.

Measuring the success of each job search activity needs to be viewed over the longer term as it often takes time to start getting results.

Patience, resilience and self-discipline are key components to any successful job search and this is where a well-designed Action Plan can put structure into any job search.

Remember that your Action Plan will hold you accountable and able to measure your success against a pre-determined set of goals.  Nothing like &ldquo;a bit of accountability to keep people motivated&rdquo;!

A good Action Plan is also a living document that can be added to once the initial actions have been accomplished, or modified if necessary as additional workplace intelligence is gathered.

At the heart of any successful job search is an Action Plan&hellip;a fundamental document that cannot be ignored.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<title><![CDATA[Migrant job search made easy]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Since 1991 ACMA has been assisting migrants to get that first vital job placement in Australia.
 
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<content><![CDATA[Since 1991 ACMA has been assisting migrants to get that first vital job placement in Australia.

During this time, we have developed significant expertise and understanding of the multiple barriers that newcomers to our country are faced with. It can be a complicated matter!

Language and poor English skills remain a constant issue, and even migrants with excellent written and oral English skills can struggle with the Australian accent and expressions.

In order to make the job search as easy as possible for our migrant clients our website is now available in many different languages (just make the selection from the top left-hand corner of our web page).

This opens up numerous possibilities for anyone from non-English speaking countries to access ACMA&#39;s migrant career transition management program and work in their mother tongue.

In fact, virtually anyone in the world (whether coming to Australia or not) can use ACMA&#39;s program in their native language to advance their careers in their country of birth.

ACMA&#39;s website is now universal in both application and reach.

Its migrant job search made easy!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Career Vision]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Many people have no idea of what they want to accomplish or how to achieve their career potential.
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<content><![CDATA[Many people have no idea of what they want to accomplish or how to achieve their career potential.  The fact is that a majority of workers are unhappy in their current positions, which all points to a complete mismatch in their selected occupations.

They have made poor career choices that negatively impact all levels of their lives, year in and year out, making them feel powerless and like a rudderless boat.

Fulfilling careers are not developed on luck, a whim or by chance!

Everyone has an underlying vocational DNA&hellip;in other words what you are ideally suited to based on your personality, traits, natural talents, education and likes.  If you work in an environment that matches your vocational DNA then you will thrive and be happy.

Some people jump from job to job trying to find their vocational nirvana and become very frustrated and cynical about their lot in life.  So how can you change your life and career?

If you are physically sick you would consult a doctor.  If your career is sick, then you should consult a career development practitioner who will assist you by:


	Conducting detailed assessments to identify your vocational DNA
	Provide reports to validate these assessments
	Develop a clear pathway to gain any new skills and/or qualifications needed
	Build a set of tools, specific strategies and timelines to achieve the necessary milestones
	Construct a detailed Action Plan for you to work to


Discovering your underlying vocational DNA is a complex task and is not to be attempted by an untrained person (even if they have the best of intentions).

Following a disciplined set of steps along your pathway is also essential.

Once you have gained a thorough understanding of your career options (aligned to your vocational DNA) then your CAREER VISION will be complete.

The good things in life often require dedication and patience to achieve and so it is with your career transition.  So keep your &ldquo;eye on the ball&rdquo; and ultimately become a contented and enthused workforce contributor.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Warmth and assertiveness at interviews]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Warmth and assertiveness are key elements in creating a good impression during a job interview, a study suggests.
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<content><![CDATA[Warmth and assertiveness are key elements in creating a good impression during a job interview, a study suggests.

Those going to an interview carrying and displaying an anxious stance hardly get the job, researchers found.

The study revealed that organisations most likely reject potential candidates that are jittery during the interview even though otherwise they are quite capable of doing the job.

Amanda Feiler and Deborah Powell from the University of Guelph, Canada, set out to establish why anxious job candidates receive lower performance ratings during an interview.

To prepare their research, they videotaped and transcribed the mock job interviews of 125 undergraduates from a Canadian university. Interviews were rated by 18 interviewers that estimated the levels of anxiety and performance.

Feiler and Powell found that the speed at which someone talks is the only cue that both interviewers and interviewees rate as a sign of nervousness or not.

Also, anxious prospective job candidates are often rated as being less assertive and exuding less interpersonal warmth.

This often leads to a rejection from interviewers.

&ldquo;Overall, the results indicated that interviewees should focus less on their nervous tics and more on the broader impressions that they convey,&rdquo; said Feiler.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Five core interview tips]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Many people are unnecessarily overwhelmed at the prospect of attending an interview when basically it is just a &ldquo;chat between two parties&rdquo;.
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<content><![CDATA[Many people are unnecessarily overwhelmed at the prospect of attending an interview when basically it is just a &ldquo;chat between two parties&rdquo;.

Detailed preparation is the key to performing well at an interview, however, there are five core areas to build your approach around.

    1. Be precise

Do not prattle on when asked a question. Keep to the point and refrain from bringing side issues into the conversation (you never know where that can lead)

2. Research the company and the interviewer

Simple&hellip;do a Google search and use LinkedIn to learn about the company and the interviewer. You may find common interests, connections and an understanding of the organisation&rsquo;s business that you can weave into the conversation

    3. Do not sound scripted

Although you will have prepared and practised examples of your past performances, always answer the question in an interesting tone. Don&rsquo;t repeat your preparation verbatim, deliver it in an informative and relevant manner

    4. Prepare six examples that you can use

By preparing a set of six examples that you can draw on to validate and match your background to the job specifications you should have enough information to respond professionally to most questions

    5. Send a follow-up letter the same day after the interview

As soon as you return home after an interview send your follow-up letter immediately confirming your interest in the position and why you are the ideal candidate

Presentation is everything at an interview and post-interview!

Research shows that most interviewers make their mind-up in the first two minutes of an applicant entering the room.  Therefore, pay close attention to your body language and personal impression.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Career conversations]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[With so many statistically unhappy people in their jobs, you have to ask why?
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<content><![CDATA[With so many statistically unhappy people in their jobs, you have to ask why?

Career conversations with your employer are crucial to all parties to maximise the relationship, and what an important relationship it is.

Don&rsquo;t blame your employer either if these conversations are not taking place.  Take the responsibility yourself, after all, it is your career and welfare that you are managing&hellip;be brave.

Any employer wants their employees to be productive, happy and engaged.  It is simply good business, so develop a mindset of mutual responsibility and start talking to your manager, Human Resources department or suitable others in your organisation.

It is not all about you.  It&rsquo;s about your contribution to the common good and profitability of the business.  If you only focus on your needs, you are missing the point, and I can understand why your employer may not be promoting or encouraging you to excel.

How do you initiate career conversations?


	Review your work performance to identify skills that need improving and then ask your manager for support to take on additional training
	Always consider &ldquo;what&rsquo;s in it for the business&rdquo;, and if you can clearly show a benefit then most managers would consider your suggestion
	Take a keen interest in the performance (profitability) of the business so that you can show your manager that you care
	Show your manager your CAREER PLAN and the career objectives that you have developed for the next 3, 5 and 10 years.  If you don&rsquo;t tell them who will?
	Never miss an opportunity to ask your manager &ldquo;Can I provide extra help.&rdquo;


Talk regularly with your managers, peers, associates, suppliers, direct competitors, industry groups and professional associations.  Technology is useful, but TALKING can be so powerful!

Career conversations are not a single event, but rather an ongoing personal code of conduct that empowers others with the knowledge of what you want and what you can contribute.

Your career progression should then take care of itself!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Networking - your core job search tool]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[It does not matter whether you are looking for a job or just endeavouring to meet people (to develop your career) in your profession or sector; networking is the core activity.
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<content><![CDATA[What is networking...

It does not matter whether you are looking for a job or just endeavouring to meet people (to develop your career) in your profession or sector; networking is the core activity.

Networking is all about building connections with like-minded people and organisations that you may like to work for in the future&hellip;people with similar backgrounds, education and experience.

Networking is not new, with most people doing it all the time without formally recognising and naming it.

Is networking essential&hellip;

Think about a time when you went to a function full of people that you did not know, and suddenly you see a person that you have met before.  Who are you likely to approach first?  Right, the person that you are familiar with.  The focus of networking is to build connections between people you know and when you need some information of help you have a pool of people to contact&hellip;especially when you are developing your career.

Many jobs are never advertised and are often filled by personal recommendation via word of mouth.  It is what is called the &ldquo;hidden job market&rdquo;, and the best way to access these jobs is via your network.  It does not have to be directly from your initial contact as they know at least six other people and on it goes (build connections with your primary contacts connections).

While jobs are advertised in newspapers or websites or via recruitment agencies, many are not. This may seem like a bad thing when you are the one looking for a job. But the good news is it means that there is a hidden job market that you can tap into if you know that it&rsquo;s there &ndash; and the best way of tapping in to it is by making the most of your connections and creating and building others as much as you can.

Creating networks...

Your very own personal network is comprised of your group of friends, relatives, neighbours, current and past work colleagues, community groups and various acquaintances that you meet on a daily basis (first connections). This personal network always intersects with other similar networks (second connections), and on it builds. These first and second connections mean that you actually already have an established network on which you can immediately build.  Your network never stops growing, providing you continue to nurture consistently and develop all of your expanding connections.

Result...

People who develop mature networks will often never have to apply for an advertised again (in many cases).  By utilising your connections, you will swiftly obtain referrals and direct approaches from potential employers interested in your expertise.

Career development based on networking is a powerful tool applicable to all skill and job levels in the workforce.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Using informational interviews]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Informational interviews can help you explore your career options.
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<content><![CDATA[Informational interviews can help you explore your career options.

A confronting job search fact that job hunters eventually learn is that applying for jobs online is often a waste of time and a &quot;black hole&quot;.  There are many reasons for this that I will not address in this article, except to say that any level of job seeker must broaden his/her job search tactics.

On average 70% of jobs are never advertised, and this is where a targeted campaign directly to companies that would be highly likely to want your skills and expertise is a sensible strategy.

Developing an action plan based on research and analysis is excellent preparation and fundamental to obtaining a suitable position.  A haphazard or &quot;give it a go&quot; approach to job search is the reason many job seekers struggle.

Informational interviews can help you explore your options in the following ways:


	Getting valuable information for your job hunting and career planning (e.g. choosing an academic qualification or career). It&rsquo;s a good way to &ldquo;reality check&rdquo; what you&rsquo;ve read, heard, and think
	Learning about a particular organisation, how you might fit in, and what problems or needs the employer has. Knowing these things will help you slant your qualifications towards the needs of the organisation
	Gaining experience and self-confidence in interviewing with professionals through discussing yourself and your career interests
	Enlarging your circle of &ldquo;expert&rdquo; contacts in the area. Remember, it is who you know (or get to know) that gets you a job. It&rsquo;s never too early to establish contacts
	Asking for other referrals (e.g., &ldquo;Can you suggest some other people that I might talk to about jobs in this field?&rdquo;)
	An informational interview is an appointment that you schedule with a particular individual for the purpose of gaining current, regional, and/or specialised information from an &ldquo;insider&rdquo; point of view. If you are in the process of choosing a training course, making career choices, changing careers or beginning a job hunt, then informational interviews may help you explore your possibilities
	Unlike job interviews, informational interviews do not require that you sell yourself to an employer and do not depend on existing job vacancies. Informational interviews are arranged with those likely to provide information directly or with those who can refer you to persons with information
	The gathering of market intelligence (information) is not new.  Organisations conduct market research all the time, so why not you.  It is a proven method of professionally and proactively assisting in your quest for the &quot;right job with the right employer&quot;


There are many tools available for both job search and career development purposes, and informational interviews are &quot;one of those important tools&quot;.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<title><![CDATA[Expand your career options]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[There are literally hundreds of jobs and job titles&hellip;so where can you fit in?
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<content><![CDATA[There are literally hundreds of jobs and job titles&hellip;so where can you fit in?

People often choose careers based on knowing only a small number of jobs that they have been exposed to through friends, relatives and what they have seen on the media.

Informational overload and &ldquo;noise&rdquo; on the internet can also be a major distraction.

As a result, it is often years later, if ever, that they discover by chance a career option that they would have loved if they&rsquo;d found it earlier.

You need to cast your net wide in career development and expand your awareness of all current options that are out there.  How do I do that I hear you say?

You need to be professionally assessed to identify your unique personality type, traits, natural talents, background, education and personal aspirations.  This is a complex task that a career counsellor/career practitioner can guide you through&hellip;there is no shortcut.

Your career options will also be dependent on the prevailing economic conditions, time of life, location and personal motivation.

Information is power!

Once this information is collated, it can be then filtered down to a handful of suitable occupations to explore and consider, this can take time.

Ultimately, a researched and methodical approach will ensure that only GOOD informed career choices are made.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Negative thinking begone!]]></title>
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<content><![CDATA[For over twenty years, I have assisted thousands of clients in developing their careers and lives.

Numerous issues become potential barriers to people and most are minor and are easily solved.  However, the significant and recurring barrier is NEGATIVE THINKING&hellip; highly destructive and unnecessary self-sabotage.

Looking for work and developing your career is usually a confronting and complex task for which 99% of people are totally unprepared and unskilled to tackle.

Remember when you had your first driving lesson and then gradually progressed to a licenced driver&hellip;you worked at gaining the required skill set to drive a car on the road.  Being coached to job search and develop your career requires the same attention to detail, practice, learning and persistence.

Negative thinking can manifest itself in your body language, speech and personal presentation and can be an immediate flashing red light to a potential employer.

People can be so hard on themselves such as:

&ldquo;I am hopeless at interviews because I didn&rsquo;t get the job.&rdquo;

&ldquo;My resume is not up to standard.&rdquo;

&ldquo;I am worthless; so why would an employer want me.&rdquo;

&ldquo;Everyone is more experienced and qualified than me.&rdquo;

&ldquo;There are no jobs around so why would I bother.&rdquo;

Everyone has talents and attributes to offer.  Focus on these and what is great about you.

Work with a career coach as you did with your driving instructor.  Job searching and interviews are all learned skills that have nothing to do with your qualifications or technical skills.

Just because job searching is tough is not a reason to become dejected.  In fact, it should be empowering as you are being forced to learn new skills that will be of enduring benefit for the rest of your career.  Rejection and disappointment are an unavoidable part of any career journey (it mimics life).

Instant answers and solutions are not part of a job search so prepare yourself for a long ride and only focus on the destination.

Throw away your negative thoughts and replace them with job search tactics, plans and lots of action.

Don&rsquo;t ponder on what is not right, just put your mind to becoming more employable and valuable via new qualifications, expanding personal connections and always being proactive.

Never be a victim; always be a participant!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Record your career achievements]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Top sports people keep records of their trophies, awards and other notable achievements. Why not you?
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<content><![CDATA[Top sportspeople keep records of their trophies, awards and other notable achievements.

Why not you?

After all the saying that &ldquo;it is not what you have done, but what you have achieved that counts&rdquo; is true.

Accomplishment stories are a powerful testament to a person&rsquo;s value and worth in the workplace, and it does not necessarily revolve around official recognition or awards. Otherwise, 90% of the workforce would have no achievements.

People often say that they just go to work and do their job and that they have never done anything of note.  Think about it, and why you have been employed and not asked to move on.  It&rsquo;s because others recognised and valued your contributions.

Think about the time you suggested to your manager that a simple change in procedure could make the task more productive.

Perhaps you worked on a weekend to get a submission finalised for a large project.

There are numerous examples in EVERY PERSON&rsquo;S career to build great accomplishment stories around.  Do be shy, concisely write it down and give yourself a &ldquo;pat on the back&rdquo; because YOU DID IT!

Accomplishment stories are compelling real-life examples of your contribution to your employer or perhaps the local community.  Reflect on times when you felt triumphal about an outcome that you achieved (and not necessarily congratulated on).  Examine your heart and you will find many examples of when you made an outstanding contribution.

Now write a dissertation summarising the &ldquo;how, when and why&rdquo; of the event and the excellent outcome that you produced.  Well done, you now have your first accomplishment story.

Use the STAR formula to construct each story:

                S: SITUATION

                T: TASK

                A: ACTION

                R: RESULT

Accomplishment stories are a great tool to use when you are chasing that next promotion, salary increase or looking for your next career opportunity because they clearly validate your value and worth by actual example.

It is recommended that everyone has, at least, six accomplishment stories ready at any given time, and to keep building your portfolio of stories as your career develops.  They are potentially invaluable to any career-oriented person.

Last, but not least memorise your accomplishment stories to the extent that you can confidently explain to another person what you have done and achieved throughout your career.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Not happy in your job...want more money]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Generally speaking, we have a disgruntled and unsettled workforce with a high percentage stating that they are unhappy with their current job.
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<content><![CDATA[Generally speaking, we have a disgruntled and unsettled workforce with a high percentage stating that they are unhappy with their current job.

Employers are often blamed!  However, this may be unfair to many companies that invest huge amounts annually in maintaining their retention targets.  The employee and employer relationship is similar to a marriage with both parties needing to take responsibility to grow the relationship.

Open communication between all parties is critical.  The modern workplace now has a much flatter management structure that facilitates easy interaction and dialogue.  If you have issues, talk to your management team.

Objective self-examination is important to identify the real source of your dissatisfaction:


	Perhaps the culture of the company does not match your values
	It may be a small business that does not have clear career progression pathways
	It could be in a declining sector and under-resourced
	It could be a very large organisation that is impersonal simply due to its size


Whatever the source of your frustration you need to be brutally honest with yourself so that you do not repeat these issues, and that you have the knowledge to implement steps to address them (sooner rather than later).

Being underpaid is a no win situation for either party.  Astute employers understand this and will regularly review each employee&rsquo;s package.  If your company is tardy in this aspect, it is your responsibility to talk to them about it.

Do your research and identify your &ldquo;true value to the market&rdquo;.  Print copies of your research to validate your position.  Companies will not give you a &ldquo;raise&rdquo; simply because you have bought a new house with a bigger mortgage.

The repeated theme of this article is not about job satisfaction and money, but rather workplace communication.  Too often people silently grumble about their boss, their job, their pay, their benefits, their colleagues, and on it goes.

A vital component of career development for any level of employee is having good &ldquo;soft skills&rdquo;. 

Soft skills are learned skills so if you have trouble communicating your concerns engage a career coach to assist you.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Where the growth in future jobs are]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[This employment outlook provides an overview across industries, occupations, states, territories and regions.
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<content><![CDATA[This employment outlook provides an overview across industries, occupations, states, territories and regions.

HEALTHCARE


	midwifery
	psychology
	paramedicine
	osteopathy
	physiotherapy
	nutrition
	speech pathology
	social work.


CONSTRUCTION


	bricklaying
	building and construction
	electrical
	engineering
	plumbing
	surveying
	welding.


EDUCATION &amp; TRAINING


	early childhood
	primary school teaching
	high school teaching
	university, as lecturers and tutors.


APP &amp; SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT


	object-oriented programming
	software engineering
	web programming
	mobile app programming
	application programmers
	software engineers
	front-end developers
	web designers
	web masters


DATA ANALYSIS


	data scientist
	market research analyst
	business analyst
	business intelligence (BI) specialist
	machine learning engineer
	machine learning scientist
	virtual environment manager
	collective intelligence officer


CYBER SECURITY


	cyber security specialists
	cyber security analysts
	cyber security consultants
	cloud security engineers
	network security engineers
	mobile and web applications developers


E-COMMERCE


	supply chain assistant
	warehouse team lead
	online specialist
	e-commerce coordinator specialists


PRODUCT DESIGNER


	wearable technologies
	cars
	manufactured goods


DIGITAL &amp; CONTENT MARKETING


	user experience (UX) design
	search engine optimisation
	content production &amp; strategy
	visualisations of data
	social network and web analytics
	content managers
	content strategists
	SEO and SEM specialists
	UX (user experience) designers
	cross-media practitioners


Contact your ACMA consultant today to make sense of these and other possible job opportunities,  plus develop a career plan and future pathway to career success.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Robots and AI are after YOUR JOB!]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Robots and AI are quickly and quietly infiltrating all levels of industry and professions.
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<content><![CDATA[Robots and AI are quickly and quietly infiltrating all levels of industry and professions.

Robots in health care could lead to a doctorless hospital.

Follow this link to a recently published article:

http://singularityhub.com/2016/02/10/robots-in-health-care-could-lead-to-a-doctorless-hospital/#%2EVsHIZE6QAzQ%2Elinkedin

Robotics and AI are about to radically transform all sectors of the workforce...are you prepared for this revolution?

Is your job safe?

Robots and AI will transform all sectors and occupations, whether you&rsquo;re an executive, graduate, mature-age candidate, newly arrived migrant, manual worker, professional, expatriate, retrenched, unemployed, career changer, frustrated with your current job, or simply looking to maximise your career options - we can assist you in negotiating these major changes coming to your workplace now!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career-paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Get hired directly by an employer]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Companies continue to hire through referrals and networking&hellip;position yourself strategically today!
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<content><![CDATA[Companies continue to hire through referrals and networking&hellip;position yourself strategically today!

It is a fact that approximately 70% of jobs are never advertised.

Smart employers know that there exists a pool of potential talent within their own connections and referral systems, plus they pay no recruiter fees and usually end up with a better quality of employee.

So what do smart employees do?  They target companies that they would like to work for and network their way into them.

ACMA will coach you on how to strategically choose, target market and connect with your next employer in a professional and highly effective way.

Knowing these techniques means that you may never actually need to apply for another job online, and certainly develop the best CAREER INSURANCE possible.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Dissatisfied with your career]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Are you dissatisfied with your current career situation, and with the way your career has been going?
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<content><![CDATA[Are you dissatisfied with your current career situation, and the way your career has been going?

Time for action!

Many people feel unfulfilled with their job, but are trapped and unable to take that first critical step to start the journey of change and reinvention.

Let ACMA guide you through this complex process to ensure that only good outcomes are achieved.  Personal satisfaction and career progression are vital components of a healthy and vibrant workplace experience...money comes in at about number three in most people&#39;s priorities.

Statistics show that most people will have on average six career changes during their lifetime, with some of these being enforced and others by choice.  Irrespective of the reason not being prepared is like not having insurance on your house&hellip;very dumb.  So career management can be viewed as an insurance policy on your future career options and personal prosperity.

How do I start? What should I do? I am overwhelmed by all of this!

Appoint a qualified professional career manager (consultant/coach/counsellor) to advise and guide you to ensure that you are being effective in your career planning and future career directions: Click contact us is a good starting point.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Turbo power your LinkedIn profile]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[LinkedIn is now the most important career development and job search tool in the world
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<content><![CDATA[LinkedIn is now the most important career development and job search tool in the world.

Everyone is now linked in one way or another, and LinkedIn is the major facilitator in connecting people to employers, recruiters and hiring managers.  It is common knowledge that recruiters at all levels utilise the LinkedIn database as their primary source for identifying potential candidates, and then approaching them directly.

Therefore your LinkedIn profile must represent and sell you at first glance (no chance for a second reading).

Presenting yourself as an outstanding candidate is now critical to your career progression.  So being active in leveraging off your LinkedIn profile and maximising opportunities will directly affect your career and livelihood.

LinkedIn offers limitless opportunities for networking and quickly raising your professional profile within any industry or sector.

If you are going to be a serious participant in today&#39;s (and tomorrow&#39;s) workforce, ensure that your LinkedIn profile achieves the following:


	Optimises and harmonises both your LinkedIn profile and your resume
	Is &quot;keyword rich&quot; and targeted
	Able to be quickly found on LinkedIn and Google searches
	Enables you to leverage off your LinkedIn connections and networks
	Enhances your personal brand
	Clearly states your achievements and that you are a person that &quot;makes things happen&quot;


ACMA has been developing client&#39;s LinkedIn profiles for many years, so if you lack the time or expertise we are only a click away.

Remember...near enough is not good enough!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career-paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Career success and networking Report]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[The number one predictor of career success according to network science is the size and scope of your network.
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<content><![CDATA[The number one predictor of career success according to network science is the size and scope of your network.

A recent report from The Rialto Consultancy in the USA, clearly explains the link between career success and a person&#39;s network.

I have coached thousands of people on the power of their networks and have witnessed first-hand the outcomes, but never before have I seen such research that explains the nexus between human behaviour and results with such clarity.

The underlying message is to keep expanding your network, which is not difficult with today&#39;s technology.

Tip 1: start connecting with the connections of your connections!

Tip 2:  never ever underestimate the power of networking!

Tip 3:  the final step in any recruitment assignment occurs when a person decides to hire another person

Creating networks...

Your very own personal network is comprised of your group of friends, relatives, neighbours, current and past work colleagues, community groups and various acquaintances that you meet on a daily basis (first connections). This personal network always intersects with other similar networks (second connections), and on it builds. These first and second connections mean that you actually already have an established network on which you can immediately build.  Your network never stops growing, providing you continue to nurture consistently and develop all of your expanding connections.

Result...

People who develop mature networks will often never have to apply for an advertised again (in many cases).  By utilising your connections, you will swiftly obtain referrals and direct approaches from potential employers interested in your expertise.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[The Powerful &acirc;&#128;&#156;Pause&acirc;&#128;&#157;]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[In general people react too quickly to events and situations without thinking through their response.
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<content><![CDATA[In general, people react too quickly to events and situations without thinking through their responses.

In my occupation as a career coach, I have provided assistance to numerous clients on professionally handling interviews and negotiating remuneration packages, as well as assisting them in all other stages of their career development and/or transition.

The role of a career coach also requires the development and dissemination of resources to help clients learn, grow and ultimately achieve their career aspirations.

During my journey as a career coach not only have my clients learnt and grown, so have I.  In fact, I learn every day.  It is complex and detailed work, and it can take time to notice trends and links in people&rsquo;s varied behaviours and reactions.

Behaviours and reactions matter as their consequences immediately impacts a person&rsquo;s relationships, short and long term, plus health and wellbeing.

So here is my core observation: &ldquo;in general people react too quickly to events and situations without thinking through their response&rdquo;.

Solution: PAUSE

The Power of the Pause is a strong self-management tool for everyone to utilise in their career and personal lives, and powerful it is!

The context of this article is the interrelationship that the Power of the Pause has with all aspects of career development, job search (and personal conduct).

Preparing clients for interviews focuses on both their technical and soft skills and indeed the ability to answer questions in a concise and informative manner.  One of the tactics we coach is pausing and gathering your thoughts before giving a measured and compelling response.

Another aspect of career counselling is assessing and assisting people with their emotional intelligence (EI) which is critical to participating in today&rsquo;s modern workforce.  The good news is that emotional intelligence can be a learned skill whereas a person&rsquo;s intelligence quotient (IQ) is fixed by around nineteen years of age.

So what has this to do with the above topic?  PLENTY!

The basis for coaching people to improve their EI is to teach them to listen and PAUSE!

That&rsquo;s right the POWER OF THE PAUSE again.  This interrelationship is fascinating and can be &shy;&shy;used as a learning and self-management tool that transforms lives, not only careers.

Here it is: Power of the Pause is a fundamental tool to manage all of your personal interactions throughout your life.

(Stop and think, have a coffee, go for a walk around the block or defer your response until tomorrow).

May you enjoy much happiness and career success...


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<description><![CDATA[Robots now read your job application, not humans.  That&rsquo;s right a robot makes the decision to invite you for an interview, not a person.
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<content><![CDATA[Robots now read your job application, not humans.  That&rsquo;s right a robot makes the decision to invite you for an interview, not a person.

Shock, horror, how can this right!

This robotic involvement is the reason why many people never get invited to interviews when in fact they are really ideal candidates for the advertised position.  Your beautifully crafted application documents are ignored and never seriously considered, rendering the whole exercise a complete waste of your time and emotional energy.

Q: So how do ATS robots work?

A: They scan your electronically lodged application papers looking for keywords and phrases that match the criteria that they have been programmed to recognise.  If you match, you get an interview, and if you don&rsquo;t, you never hear or get a response.  Sound familiar?

Q: Why doesn&#39;t a real person read my application?

A: We live in a fast-paced world where time is of the essence.  Physically reading hundreds of job applications and shortlisting the most appropriate candidates can take an enormous amount of time.  Recruiters and human resource consultants cannot afford to waste so much time on one hire.

Q: Then many highly qualified and suitable candidates are overlooked?

A: That is correct.  Seems silly and certainly makes the recruitment process look dysfunctional.

Q: Do all companies and recruiters use ATS robots?

A: It is now very prevalent throughout industry, commerce, and the public sector.

Q: I cannot possibly match every word and phrase in a job advertisement so what can I do?

A: Actually you can, and there are specific techniques that can be used to get your application recognised by the robots so that you receive that all-important invitation for an interview.

Q: If ATS robots work like this and second rate candidates get interviews, surely companies and organisations ultimately want the best candidate only&hellip;so how do they ensure that these robots are not undermining their talent pool?

A: They don&rsquo;t advertise any positions and recruit through their own connections targeting the best talent only.

Understanding how these ATS robots technically work is vital information.  The ATS robots do not read the printed word on the resume.  Technically speaking, they read the embedded code in the document and interpret this against the specific criteria that have been set.

The implication of the above technical information is profound because if you lodge a resume in a PDF format (which has no embedded code), your chances of being selected for an interview are zero.

Hint: ALWAYS SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION DOCUMENTS IN AN OPEN WORD FORMAT ONLY!

Another way of avoiding the ATS robots is to talk directly to companies that may need your skillset and expertise.  In fact, on average 70% of jobs are never advertised, and this can be a fertile way of gaining your next job and avoiding the ATS traps.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Career change tips]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Are you frustrated in your current position, bored, indifferent or unappreciated by your management team?  Well, maybe it is time to consider a career change!  Easy to say, hard to get right.
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<content><![CDATA[Are you frustrated in your current position, bored, indifferent or unappreciated by your management team?  Well, maybe it is time to consider a career change!  Easy to say, hard to get right.

There is something very refreshing about highly motivated and ambitious people.  They are rare.

Set out below is a list of considerations as a foundation for your journey, which will be complex and at times challenging as career change is not easy.


	Don&rsquo;t do it alone.  Seek out a mentor or appoint an experienced career coach
	Assess your transferable skills.  For example, you might be a great business development manager or a mechanical engineer.  These skills and expertise are needed across many sectors and underpin your ability to investigate offering this background and knowledge to other employers
	Identify industries and sectors that would want your skills.  You will quickly find that there are multiple choices within the parameters that you define
	Review your qualifications and relevant training, and if they are not up to current employer expectations then update yourself before you embark on any attempted career change.  There is nothing that annoys a recruiter more than unqualified candidates applying for positions (you might be able to do the job but are not qualified for it)
	Be aware of your SOFT SKILLS&hellip;people skills, as employers often put a higher emphasis on these than your core HARD SKILLS&hellip;technical skills
	Focus on building relationships with people already employed in your target industry.  Networking is recognised as the fastest and most efficient way of transitioning into any new sector
	Ensure that your personal presentation is of the highest standard as in the job market you will be competing against many keen candidates.  If your speech is sloppy, your dress sense is ordinary and your writing skills are poor then you are going to find it difficult.  Again, get professional help to &ldquo;brush up&rdquo; on your presentation at all levels
	Social media and general technology skills are vital in today&rsquo;s fast-moving workplace.  Don&rsquo;t take the attitude that you don&rsquo;t like it or are not overly interested in all facets of technology.  Recruiters will quickly discard anyone with this outlook and view you like yesterday&rsquo;s employee and not a potentially active contributor to the modern-day workforce


Career change is an important part of anyone&rsquo;s career plans that is very easy to get wrong.

MAJOR TIP: Always be over prepared!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Building Your Network]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[The most significant resource for career development is a person&rsquo;s network, the people they know and then the people these people know (and on it goes).
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<content><![CDATA[The most significant resource for career development is a person&rsquo;s network, the people they know and then the people these people know (and on it goes).

Forget about online job applications and similar websites as on average 70% of jobs are never advertised in any form of media.  Astute employers recruit through their own sources and recommendations because in most cases they get a better quality of candidate and employee.

Accessing this 70% of jobs (hidden job market) is via your network and subsequent recommendations.  Therefore, building your network is critical to your career development and is a task that cannot be completed overnight.

Treat your network as a precious plant, water it, feed it and love it&hellip;then watch it grow and flower.  All active workforce participants need a good network and your occupation is irrelevant (bricklayer, CEO or whatever).


	
	Include everyone you know in your network  Start with friends and family, people in your workplace and industry, look outside your sector, including your doctor, dentist or accountant, never ignore people you meet at work events or private gatherings, in fact, everyone.
	
	
	Be friendly and show a genuine interest in everyone that you meet  When you meet someone smile, show interest in them and listen to their story.  Ask them out for a coffee and get to know them...maybe there is something you can do for them.
	
	
	Offer assistance  If a person needs assistance, then do it for them as a favour.  This will often let them see your capabilities and in doing so learn a lot about you.  People will then be happy to return favours and possibly even recommend you to a connection for your next job or promotion.
	
	
	Advise everyone that you know about your career plans  If you are currently out of work let everyone in your network know.  This does not mean asking for a job, rather spreading the word.  If you are currently employed, let people know about your ambitions and where you want your career to be in 5 to 10 years&rsquo; time.  Be careful not to bore people with your needs and weave these facts into various conversations over time.
	
	
	Be active on social media  Social networking is where we are today.  Like it or loath it you ignore it at your own peril (it can be a career killer if you refuse to embrace it).  Many people find jobs on Facebook and Twitter through friends that they have made online.  Use social media to interact with people in your sector, follow and engage online with industry leaders (movers and shakers).  Add value and don&rsquo;t simply talk about yourself.
	
	
	Manage your LinkedIn profile  LinkedIn is the key career management social media platform.  It is now more important than your resume or any other career resource...everything revolves around LinkedIn.  LinkedIn is a good place to find job advertisements and to make professional connections.  Hiring managers and recruiters are constantly looking at profiles to identify suitable talent and to approach them directly about opportunities.  Join LinkedIn groups, contribute articles and engage in conversations on topics of interest (all of these actions enhance your public profile).
	
	
	Do volunteer work  An often neglected activity is volunteering to help others in need.  Not only do you provide excellent community service, but you also meet people, other volunteers and professional support personnel.  Add these people to your network as they have seen you in a semi-professional capacity and understood the value that you can bring to an organisation.  They can also become excellent referees for you at a later date.
	
	
	Maintain contact  Being continually active within your network is fundamental to developing relationships and your professional image in the broader community.  Contact is important when you are at work, as well as when you are sourcing new opportunities.
	


Best of all if you nurture and grow your network properly, then you will probably never have to apply for another job.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Unlock your true career potential with ACMA&#39;s proven migrant career management program.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Mature age career change]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Changing your career at a mature age MUST be carefully managed.
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<content><![CDATA[Changing your career at a mature age MUST be carefully managed.

Imagine being frozen in time for 10 years or more, then re-entering society/workforce and not understanding new technologies and career pathways around you. This is what it can feel like for mature-aged workers to change and adapt to a new job in a sophisticated environment when they have been in the same career their entire working life.

Qualified career consultant and Fellow member of the Career Development Association of Australia (CDAA), Tony Crosby (ACMA principal), says while it&rsquo;s difficult for mature-aged people to make a career change, with the right advice and resources it&rsquo;s achievable.

&ldquo;Mature-aged workers are wanted and accepted. They just need to develop new skills,&rdquo; Mr Crosby says.

&ldquo;People apply for 100s of jobs and get nowhere, but if they had the right advice, they could be more productive and successful in applying.&rdquo;

He says it&rsquo;s up to the individual to look at retraining, changing their way of thinking and engage with working in today&rsquo;s modern world, and Crosby knows all too well what it&rsquo;s like.

&ldquo;I had a career change when I was age 47, from working as a business owner to becoming a career consultant. I didn&rsquo;t have help and made mistakes when looking to change careers. By being a career consultant I hope to prevent others from floundering.&rdquo;

Crosby says there is a lot of help and study options available for mature-aged workers looking to change direction.

&ldquo;Don&rsquo;t just rely on family and friends opinions, get professional guidance. A qualified career development practitioner can work one-on-one with a person to help them achieve their career goals.

&ldquo;And it&rsquo;s easier to study now with online courses. Mature-aged people can get recognition of prior learning, including life experiences, and government subsidies to help make studying affordable.&rdquo;

There are many benefits to changing your career as a mature-aged worker such as increasing self-esteem, learning new skills and gaining knowledge, continuing to feel productive, sharing life skills and topping up your superannuation.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Migrant job search in any language]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Just select your native language to utilise the ACMA job search program...easy

 

 
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<content><![CDATA[Just select your native language to utilise the ACMA job search program...easy.

No matter where you live and no matter what your first language is, anyone can now professionally advanced their career prospects.

Get that promotion!

Get that new job!

Change careers!

Develop your career plan!

Be assessed and learn about yourself!

Obtain a job in Australia!

...and much more!

All in your own language...

ACMA makes it easy to assist people throughout the world to maximise their career opportunities.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Career progression]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Careers do not stand still!
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<content><![CDATA[Careers do not stand still!

They either progress or wither.  Life never stays the same and so it is with your career (even if you do not like the concept).

Nature never stands still, the life force is ever-present, changing, growing and adapting&hellip;this is an underlying truth.

&ldquo;But I like my job and social environment, and just want it to stay that way&rdquo;.  In ten years time, many things will have changed in your life, and if you do not manage that change along the way, you will be disillusioned and left behind.

Career management and planning should be invigorating and inspiring; otherwise, you are probably in the wrong job and should consider a career change NOW.

&ldquo;If I change my career and take a risk then, my partner will be upset, and my parents may feel that they wasted all that energy on my education&rdquo;.  Another truth is that to advance in life, you will always upset someone.

Really? Think about you and a fellow worker competing for a promotion.  There is only one position vacant so if you get the appointment then the other person is going to be upset, and the reverse applies if you don&rsquo;t.

Be ever vigilant and restless&hellip;

Therefore, you will need to take the following steps:

&bull; Assess your career fitness

-Could you leave your job tomorrow and be quickly &ldquo;snapped up&rdquo; by a major competitor.  In other words, are you attractive to another employer?

&bull; Evaluate your skillset with a market-ready focus

-Develop a list of your skills and match them to job advertisements.  Do they match at least 90% of job specifications?

&bull; Reflect on your suitability to your current sector and employer

-Do you like working in your current sector and does it match your values?

-Is your employer a supportive and progressive organisation or simply a plodder?

&bull; If you had the choice of any job etc. what would it be&hellip;think about your interests

-Perhaps you like photography, fitness or any other activity.

&bull; Identify the deficiencies that you have discovered and explore options to address and/or improve them

&shy;&shy;&shy;&shy;&shy;&shy;-Congratulations, you are now on the way to developing a career management strategy.

A detailed career management evaluation should be an annual task that represents an honest assessment of your career position and how to drive it to the next level.

The point is that nobody will do this for you.  You have a personal responsibility to develop your career via constant reflection, planning and action.

Effective career development is both complex and vital to stay relevant in this ever-changing workforce.  Obtain professional assistance and develop a close relationship with a qualified career counsellor/coach if you cannot manage these tasks yourself.

There has been extensive publicity on the changing nature of the workplace due to robots, drones and driverless vehicles.  It&rsquo;s happening now, and all any person can do is to keep relevant and nimble to capitalise on these new opportunities (and not get left behind).

Accept the fact that career progression and growth does not happen overnight.  What you do today will directly contribute to your career health over the next ten years, and beyond.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Job hunting advice]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[If you are like most people already part way through your working life, you will have spent much more time doing a job than looking for a career.
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<content><![CDATA[If you are like most people already partway through your working life, you will have spent much more time doing a job than looking for a career.  Initially, the prospect of reviewing your career, developing career options and then searching for opportunities and attending interviews can be daunting.

The purpose of this article is to put forward some practical hints to job hunting, to explain what action is involved, and to make sure you are aware of other sources of information and help, public and private, which could be useful to you.

To be successful in your job hunt you should tackle it the same way as you would any other task. That means you should start by defining your problem based on research and analysis.

Then you can identify possible courses of action and decide which to take. Once you have embarked on a particular course you will need to assess and review regularly how effective it has been and change direction if things are not turning out as planned.

Consider investing in a professional career coach/consultant to assist you throughout this vital and complex process!

Motivation and attitudes

You must understand the difficulty of the task you are embarking on and realise that it will require a great deal of hard work, dedication and tenacity.

You must accept the fact that finding a new position or career is a full-time job in itself. Jobs are to be found and success will be yours if you set about this in a business-like way and if you work at it methodically and diligently as you worked in your past job. When you accept that your job hunt is going to be very demanding you will start off on the right foot.

It may be demanding, but you can have a lot of fun along the way. You will meet new people and see new places of work.

Checkpoint list on termination of employment

1. Relationship with your present Company

If it is humanly possible never leave your existing firm on bad terms. It is worth the effort to smooth over difficulties with Senior Executives even if this is the main reason for leaving.

2. Resignation

&quot;Never shut one door till another door is open&quot; Do not resign unless you have an alternative position to go to. Begin to market yourself as soon as you are sure that you wish to leave your present employment.

3. Redundancy

If you are being made redundant make sure that you receive at least the minimum legal requirements with regard to: termination allowance, holiday pay, superannuation and any other funds. Register for unemployment benefits as these take some weeks to come through, and the regular payments may be a help to you during the period of your job hunt. Insist that your firm to pay the full cost of Professional Outplacement Services.

4. References

Obtain references and a Letter of Service stating your job specifications and areas of responsibility and experience.

Telephone referees are the most likely outcome as many firms now forbid their staff from giving written references (don&#39;t be personally offended by this).

Hidden job market

Most people can come up with 25-50 names at first, and then they will gradually remember dozens more as time goes on. These are your primary contacts, the ones you know directly. They do not have to be people who have job openings, but rather, they become part of your communication system, your publicity agents and your information sources.

More important, some of them will give you the names of their business contacts, which could provide you entree to your target companies.  These secondary contacts form a bridge for you to get to see the decision-makers in your target companies.

This is a much more potent way of soliciting interviews than writing letters or even meeting recruiters.  The decision-makers will often be aware of their human resources needs long before an official job vacancy is declared...you are now tapping into the &quot;hidden job market&quot;. 

Linked networks ARE USUALLY THE MOST EFFECTIVE SOURCE OF JOB OPPORTUNITIES.

Studies consistently show that the biggest contributor to career success is having an OPEN NETWORK.  In other words, people who connect with others will enjoy much better career prospects.

Using LinkedIn now forms the core to your job hunting, and as with your resume, it needs to be developed to the highest professional standards.

Personal contacts and their importance

It is absolutely vital that you use your personal contacts to the fullest advantage to help you in your job search. These may include:

Former superiors

Former subordinates

Senior executives in other companies

           People who have been your clients or customers

Former suppliers or people who you have been a customer of

Personal contacts at seminars or functions

Social friends

It is impossible to overstate the importance of using the contacts you will have from your business and personal life. A successful job campaign is more than just finding a job - it is about finding a job that suits you.

Many people are reluctant to use their existing contacts, but this is not the time for modesty or embarrassment in letting others become involved in your job hunt.

You should compile a list of personal contacts and then send an email with your CV attached. Most personal contacts only know you in a certain way and do not know the total you. Telephone follow-up is most important. These contacts should be as meaningful as possible by involving the people concerned in your job hunting plans. For instance, give them all the facts and information about yourself, ask them for names, contacts, suggestions or any information that could be of help to you.

You could be very pleasantly surprised at how successful this will be. Many of our clients have been offered a job through this method of using personal contacts.

The primary resource during the job hunt is people

One of your most precious resources during a job hunt is people. You may have some strong feelings about &quot;using people&quot; and you may be reluctant to ask for help. After you complete your job hunt, however, you will realise that the majority of the information which led you to your final destination came from people.

Technology is great for research and connecting, however never forget that at the end of any recruitment process there is a real live person or persons making the final hiring decision.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<content><![CDATA[Unlock your true potential remuneration package value.

Simply stated when you are negotiating the next salary package you need to be informed, strategic and competent in salary negotiation techniques.

Many employers and recruiters play on people&#39;s lack of knowledge to ensure that they pay the least for your valuable service...don&#39;t let this happen to you!

Obtaining the best possible salary package often depends more on attitude and negotiation prowess rather than your professional skills and expertise.

Our salary negotiation program is designed to ensure that you achieve the best possible remuneration outcomes (whether you are a C Level executive or simply a rising star).

Your salary negotiation is a journey.  With our online systems, 24-hour unconditional hotline support and the help of our consultants we will ensure that all efforts are targeted at obtaining the best results for you...coaching you throughout the process.

Become skilled to concisely present your case and conduct salary negotiations effectively without compromising your overall position...effective negotiation requires knowledge, tactics and vision...negotiating is tough and often unpleasant work but necessary if you want to be paid fairly, get a raise or that next promotion.


	Assistance from a qualified career management consultant to provide tangible solutions and specific techniques to maximise your short and long term remuneration levels.
	Intensive personal and online support, plus researched assistance at all stages of your salary negotiations to ensure the classic &quot;win-win&quot; solution that leaves everyone feeling they have accomplished something positive.
	Final contract perusal and recommendations.  Nobody should enter any contract without knowing exactly the implications...unfortunately many people simply sign employment contracts because they are so complex and detailed, and feel pressured to quickly finalise the documents to &quot;get on with the job&quot; while endeavouring to keep everyone happy.
	24/7 (toll-free 1800 CVITAE) telephone hotline support service.  This is probably the major resource of our program having an objective/skilled person available to speak to and advise you during those critical, tense and highly emotional negotiation moments.
	Learn life-long salary negotiation skills to ensure the maximisation of future salary increases.  In most cases, the benefits of our program will endure for many years to come.
	Defining your professional worth in the job market NOW means setting the standard for all future salary negotiations over the next 5 to 10 years (and beyond).
	Accept the fact that you don&#39;t get the salary you deserve; you get the salary you negotiate!


Human potential is unlimited...do not let someone else steal your and your future prosperity! 


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<title><![CDATA[Portfolio careers]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Love Variety?  Discover the New World of &ldquo;Portfolio Careers&rdquo;.
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<content><![CDATA[Love Variety?  Discover the New World of &ldquo;Portfolio Careers&rdquo;.

Do you have multiple interests and passions? Do you struggle with narrowing down to just one career option? Or do you strive for more variety and ways to express yourself? Then a portfolio career may be just the thing for you.

Portfolio careers are fast becoming the career path of choice for experienced professionals at a crossroads, single parents and career changers. A portfolio career gives legitimacy to those enterprising people who have diverse talents and want to express them.

What is a portfolio career?

It&rsquo;s the pursuit of more than one income source simultaneously, a mish-mash of traditional employment, contract-based work, freelancing, temporary jobs and home-based businesses. It&#39;s also a model for allowing flexibility and responding to changes in market conditions and global shifts.

The jobs in your portfolio career don&rsquo;t necessarily have to be in the same industry or utilise the same skill sets. For example, one&#39;s portfolio could include; part-time work in recruitment; freelance photography; event management contracts and casual teaching at night. The most exciting aspect of creating a portfolio career is that it&rsquo;s an expression of who you are. There are no rules. You decide what it comprises.

Definition

&ldquo;To become a portfolio person, we must stop thinking in terms of having or not having a job. We need to take control of our life, make flexibility our credo and develop a portfolio of skills and activities, some for sale and some to be given as gifts.&rdquo;

Many portfolio careerists create their portfolios using the following three-step formula;

1. They establish their &ldquo;bread and butter income&rdquo;. This is income that can be relied upon to cover their basic needs. It may or may not be an area they are most passionate about.

2. They pursue income-generating products, services or activities in areas they are most passionate about. Initially, this income could be minimal however it has the potential to generate their desired earnings.

3. They freely accept pro-bono work to give back to the community and assist them with developing their craft and reputation.

How to plan a portfolio career?

Think about those things you have always dreamed of doing but never embarked upon. Take some time now to consider the following;


	What hobbies or other interests could become income generators?
	What work roles have you enjoyed the most?
	What skills do you enjoy using most? For example; design, administration, event coordination.
	What skills and knowledge do you have that others would pay for?
	Where could you volunteer your time in order to test drive a career or develop a skill?
	What do you value most in your work and life? E.g. being outdoors, working in a team, flexible working hours, social environments.
	What professional organisations could you join? Every type of occupation has an association or peak body that offers resources and professional development.  Follow this link to identify the most appropriate professional associations suited to your background: http://w3.unisa.edu.au/careers/Careertool/connect/CT-ProfessionalAssociations.pdf


How to launch your Portfolio Career!

The best place to start is where you find yourself right now.

Whether you are employed casually, full-time starting a part-time business or freelancing is a wise first step. As this activity builds momentum and income you could negotiate with your employer to reduce your hours. This way you establish your bread and butter income by keeping your job and you can slowly start adding to your portfolio.

Your portfolio is something that will grow and change over months and years, as opposed to taking on several portfolios at one time. Items will be added and dropped as you go according to your own needs and those of the market.

Perhaps your ideal work situation has eluded you because you never imagined that all your interests could be combined into one career. Explore and try on the idea of a portfolio career and see if it fits you and your life.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<title><![CDATA[Reasons you may need an interview coach]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[The interview process is getting more complex with video interviews, Zoom/Teams/Skype interviews, panel interviews, observational assessments and a broad range of psychometric testing.
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<content><![CDATA[The interview process is getting more complex with video interviews, Zoom/Teams/Skype interviews, panel interviews, observational assessments and a broad range of psychometric testing.

Accordingly, only the &quot;ultra-prepared candidate&quot; has any chance of moving into the next round of interviews and ultimately receiving a job offer.  No wonder people turn to professional career coaches to gain that vital edge.

Here are some fundamental reasons to retain the services of a career coach:


	Perhaps you are simply not good at interviews
	You keeping getting interview invitations but no job offers
	You are in a career change mode and lack the knowledge about your new requirements
	You haven&#39;t been for many interviews lately and are rusty
	There may be an issue in your past that you are struggling with
	You become nervous and shy in an interview situation


These are all common problems that interview coaches assist people with everyday.  An experienced coach will have strategies and methods to address your lack of interview skills and to quickly assist you into your ideal position.

&quot;Death with be a great relief...no more interviews.&quot; - Katherine Hepburn


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Dawning of a new employment era]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Monumental change is now rippling through a post-COVID-19 and AI workplace near you.  How are you planning to protect your career future and income stream?
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<content><![CDATA[Monumental change is now rippling through a post-COVID-19 and AI workplace near you.  How are you planning to protect your career future and income stream?

In a world of digital disruption changes to business and workplace practices are inevitable.  Think, driverless trucks and cars, goods delivered by drones, warehousing and production automation, robots performing medical, legal and other professional advice tasks, 3D printing of products and parts, automated retail checkouts, the sharing economy in general and other changes.

The fast-changing digital economy will affect EVERY WORKPLACE and directly impact most employees in a way unseen since the Industrial Revolution nearly 200 years ago.

You need to act now, as these changes have already commenced (not just something in the &quot;far distant future&quot;). The next 10 years will produce changes unimagined just a decade ago.

Hence, the &quot;dawning of a new era&quot;.

Specific and immediate planning and preparation are now required if you are to remain relevant and employable. In order to ride this tidal wave of change, action needs to be taken NOW!

Conduct a detailed inventory of your current skill set and qualifications to critically evaluate your ability to easily move into new sectors and occupations that are likely to emerge.

Research and identify the possible winners and losers in the workplace to anticipate new opportunities.  Work closely with a career coach to ensure that you are not swept away by the new digital economy.  It can take time and effort to transition into a new career so start today.

Keep in mind that some experts are predicting that possibly up to 4.5 million Australian workers (40% of the workforce) may lose their jobs...it&#39;s going to get ugly!

It&#39;s the &quot;dawning of a new era&quot;...so don&#39;t let the sunset on your career.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Change career strategy]]></title>
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<content><![CDATA[Statistics show that most people will have up to six changes of career and possibly seventeen jobs throughout their working life, so it is not uncommon.  What is common is for people to get it wrong and settle for something much less in career advancement and remuneration.

Career satisfaction is an important consideration that underpins your self-esteem and mental health, plus your loved ones financial security...so there is a lot at stake.

The words &#39;change career&#39; easily roll off the tongue, from then on it becomes very complex.

Changing career is about getting a &quot;good outcome&quot; not simply finding a new job...people often confuse the two. Its about moving into a completely new sector or occupation and certainly involves challenging your personal comfort zone.

Professional assessment and intensive research are required to identify current transferable skills, or to develop a strategy to gain the necessary skills and additional qualifications.

Identifying companies and sectors that have growth is also critical to a person&#39;s long term career prospects.

As previously stated changing career is a complex process to get right and may require a number of steps over a period of time to properly finalise. Specialised career and strategy planning to effectively manage the process is the key to a successful outcome.

It can be a highly rewarding life-transforming journey or a disaster...it all depends on how you manage your change of career and transition process.

Let ACMA assist you to obtain a great career change as easily as possible!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Want a better life?]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Want a better life...then get a better job!
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<content><![CDATA[Want a better life...then get a better job!

Your lifestyle starts with YOU!

ACMA career transition management programs facilitate motivated people to improve their employment and social position via coaching and direct mentoring of clients to achieve and grow.

If you want the best for yourself and your family, then we are here to help. 

With our advanced technology and strategies, we specialise in assisting people throughout Australia to get the right placement. It&rsquo;s never too late to re-connect with your career passion &ndash; as long as you have the right resources and professional support!

It&#39;s your choice and your life...


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Are you too old to redefine yourself...NO!]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Are you too old to redefine yourself...NO!

GO AND DO IT NOW!
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<content><![CDATA[Are you too old to redefine yourself...NO!

GO AND DO IT NOW!

Mature age workers cannot change the world as it exists NOW! They can only control their own vision of the world, adapt and grow&hellip;the other option is to stagnate and waste your opportunities.

The good news is that there are now numerous education and retraining opportunities available to mature age people, with many being delivered conveniently online at your own pace. Rightly or wrongly your employability will often depend solely on having the appropriate qualifications (tickets).

Those who embrace change, tackle new technologies, systems and methods will find gratifying work.

This is not easy! However with the careful ACMA support and coaching any reasonable person can thrive into their later years actively contributing to society and their own welfare.

THE CHALLENGE IS YOURS!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

Read more information on mature age workers

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<title><![CDATA[Career diagnosis (post COVID)]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Career going nowhere...time for a check-up!
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<content><![CDATA[The world of work has changed forever are you taking advantage of the changes?

Career going nowhere...time for a check-up!

No interviews...call the career doctor!

No promotions or wage reviews...ring the career specialist!

Too much commuting...contact the career expert!

Frustrated with your job...develop a career action plan!

Too old, too qualified, no qualifications, no local experience, no networks, lack job search skills or have absolutely no idea of what you want...there is a remedy!

Simply stated &ldquo;When you are sick you obtain proper medical attention&rdquo;, similarly, when you are endeavouring to &iuml;&not;&#129;nd that ideal position then prompt professional &ldquo;evidence-based&rdquo; assistance is now available. (using the latest EI, RPM, CIP, NT &amp; PLAR techniques).

&ldquo;A completely different approach to job search and career development based on research and analysis&rdquo;

Unlock your full career potential today!

Our accredited and experienced staff are well equipped to assess your skills and competencies, identifying occupations and pursuits to suit your personal skills base.

ACMA is committed to providing personalised professional case management support throughout your career transition.

Note: The program has no time or contact number limitations.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career-paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Executive career transition]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Every career-focused professional deserves individual treatment and no less, particularly in today&#39;s complex recruitment process.
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<content><![CDATA[Every career-focused professional deserves individual treatment and no less, particularly in today&#39;s complex recruitment process.

ACMA assists executives by providing professional, one-on-one advice and guidance through a job market that consists of 25% advertised positions and an elusive 75% &#39;hidden job market&#39;.

Our program delivers the best platform through which to gain the RIGHT placement for you.

We are a results-driven executive career management practice with superior knowledge of the national job market and established business network connections.

Our service is personalised to meet your specific needs and we intensively manage your career change to ensure a smooth transition, ultimately achieving only quality appointments.

The Associated Career Management Australia business model operates regardless of occupation, location or economic cycle so you can leave the details to us and focus on the end result. 

Speak to an executive career professional who understands your needs.

If you are serious about maximising your career opportunities and are looking for an authoritative approach contact us today!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Talk to the person noted on a job ad]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Always talk to the person noted on a job ad...the power of TALKING TO PEOPLE in a job search is massive.
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<content><![CDATA[Always talk to the person noted on a job ad...the power of TALKING TO PEOPLE in a job search is massive.

A job advertisement is another person&rsquo;s expressed need for a new employee to fill a vacancy and solve a problem in that organisation.  That is not a complicated synopsis&hellip;the role may be complex, but the initial recruitment/action reason is not.

It is a specific call to suitable candidates (in the general public or industry sector at large) to contact them, either by telephone, a formal written application or both.

Recruiters do not put their name and telephone number on a job advertisement for no reason.  Obviously, they WANT to speak to interested people.

Therefore, make it a strict rule to always ring the nominated person prior to lodging an application.  You may be surprised at the additional information gleaned that was not clearly expressed in the original advertisement.

Then immediately invited that person to connect with you on LinkedIn.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Transform and consolidate your career in 2026]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[That&rsquo;s right&hellip;make it better, happier, more fulfilling and profitable by initiating these three simple actions.
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<content><![CDATA[Transform and consolidate your career in 2026!

That&rsquo;s right&hellip;attack the AI era better, happier, more fulfilling and profitable by initiating these three simple actions.

Most people have the right qualifications and technical experience for their job, but many get stuck in a frustrating position that goes nowhere.  Other co-workers receive promotions and pay increases, yet they consistently miss out.

If this applies to you, then it is probably your &ldquo;soft skills&rdquo; that are letting you down.

Improvement in the following three vital areas could make a big change in your career progression:

Body language:  Observe how you stand, walk into a room, look at other people, the tone of your voice or the way you fidget.  People unconsciously notice your demeanour, and if it sends out a negative message, it can quickly undermine your job prospects.

Emotional intelligence: Do you empathise with your colleagues and management or remain oblivious to the needs of others?  We are all frail human beings!  So, the ability to relate to people around us is imperative.  It is not just their problem, and in a workplace, it is every employee&rsquo;s responsibility to reach out and support one another.

Networking:  Developing connections within your chosen career sector is fundamental to JOB INSURANCE if nothing else. Talking and getting to know like-minded people is both fun and productive.  People from similar backgrounds naturally gravitate toward one another, exchange ideas, offer guidance, and provide a family-like support network.

Start working on ALL of these suggestions, and you will become a better, more well-rounded person, worthy of promotion and respect from your colleagues.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<content><![CDATA[Think like a job filler, not a job seeker. Tell employers what you can do for them and the value they will receive.

Most job seekers go &quot;cap in hand&quot; to employers in both the job search process and at interviews.  Employers are not interested in your needs, they are vitally invested in what you can do for them.  SO TELL THEM!

Employers have a requirement and you can fill that need...perfectly.

Example:

A job advertisement wanting a senior sales executive...so give them a detailed list of your sales achievements over the last ten years to clearly demonstrate your ability to fill their needs.

This is not a complex concept, however, it is a very different approach to &quot;asking for a job&quot;.

Turn your job search thinking around to being a provider of a solution, rather than simply wanting a job.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<content><![CDATA[In the job market, the seller and buyer are brought together by mutual interest and the benefit they can be to each other...just like an auction. 

The buyer wants what the seller has to offer; the seller wants the best offer he can get for it. There may be some haggling, but in the end, if both sides are satisfied, a transaction takes place. In short, both sides want something; both have something to offer.

Recruitment is just such a market process. The employer is offering a job. He wants to attract the best possible candidate by making it as inviting as possible.

The candidates for their part each want to convince the employer that they are just right for the job and that they are better than any of the other candidates.

As in all markets, there are two sides to the deal, and it takes salesmanship and negotiation to bring them together. Each side has its own weaknesses to guard against, its own aces up its sleeve.

You must also remember that in today&#39;s extremely competitive job market, you must take the initiative when it comes to finding a new job and you must do this in a distinctive way so that you stand out from the crowd.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Fast track your career]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Expert career coaching to help you find the right job, faster.

 
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<content><![CDATA[Expert career coaching to help you find the right job, faster.

We assist people from all backgrounds, industries, organisations, professions, age groups, private or public sectors and locations to find THE RIGHT JOB.  Our innovative approach to career coaching and career development by providing structured case management programs is unique.

Whether you&rsquo;re an executive, graduate, mature-age candidate, newly arrived migrant, manual worker, professional, expatriate, retrenched, unemployed, career changer, frustrated with your current job or simply looking to maximise your career options - we can assist you to find the right job, faster.

Whatever your occupation, wherever you are located.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<content><![CDATA[Tony Crosby

FCDAA, CMF, CAHRI
Adv. Dip. of Business Management
Adv. Dip. of Business (Human Resources)
Dip. of Career Guidance
Grad. Cert. of Career Guidance Management

Tony&#39;s LinkedIn Profile


	Tony commenced his career in the career development profession in 1996 after many years at the CEO level (embracing financial services, technology, retailing, recruitment and business consulting).
	Associated Career Management Australia is focused on the delivery of quality products and services (Australia wide) in the human resource management areas of career transition management and corporate outplacement.
	The underlying philosophy of ACMA is the personalised and targeted provision of services, plus the ongoing management and support to ensure the achievement of all desired outcomes.
	Tony is internationally recognised as one of Australia&rsquo;s leading career management professionals and authors, having successfully assisted thousands of clients, lectured on career management techniques and appeared as an expert witness in career-related matters.
	Born in Melbourne, Tony is a self-educated person with a burning passion for personal development in all aspects of his and his client&rsquo;s lives.
	Tony is a Fellow of the Career Development Association of Australia and member of the Association of Career Professionals International and is the first career development practitioner in Australia to have achieved the Institute of Career Certification International - &ldquo;Career Management Fellow&rdquo; status, plus a Certified Professional of the Australian Human Resources Institute.
	Internationally Tony has represented Australia at the ICCI as a Global Ambassador, and as a member of the Application Review Panel assessing other career professionals worldwide (2010, 2011 &amp; 2012 listed in the Stanford Who&rsquo;s Who for his global contribution to the career management/development &amp; outplacement profession).
	Holds tertiary qualifications in business management, human resources, career guidance/management and career counselling that underpin his extensive understanding of commerce and the employment needs of business throughout Australia (both private enterprise and public service).
	Tony has a broad general knowledge of politics, economics, local and international affairs, management, technology, philosophy and the arts, as well as being an active sportsperson throughout his life.
	The opportunity to provide targeted assistance and career management advice for people (from any background or location) to achieve excellent career choices and outcomes is ACMA&rsquo;s objective... &ldquo;Vincit Qui Patitur&rdquo;



WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<title><![CDATA[Career storm coming]]></title>
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<content><![CDATA[Don&#39;t let your career fall off the end of the jetty!

The storm clouds are building, and your career is in trouble and going nowhere fast.

You have two choices:  Do nothing or take action (sounds simple); however, the personal consequences could be profound.  Careers mimic life...they have &quot;ups and downs&quot; that require continual refinement to keep them in balance.

It is now clear that we are heading into a time of extreme change not seen since the industrial revolution.  How are you planning to manage the post-COVID and AI upheaval and survive or perhaps thrive in the new economy?

Will your qualifications continue to be relevant, and will your job or industry sector still exist in 2030?

Let ACMA navigate you through the storm.

Watch this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r_664CdeFkc


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Job application and recruitment process explained]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[This chart is designed to reduce the complex job application and recruitment process into an understandable diagram.
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<title><![CDATA[Job search detective]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Let ACMA assist you to track down your next job opportunity!
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<content><![CDATA[Let ACMA assist you to track down your next job opportunity!

Expert career coaching to help you find the right job, faster.

We assist people from all backgrounds, industries, organisations, professions, age groups, private or public sectors and locations to find THE RIGHT JOB.  Our innovative approach to career coaching and career development by providing structured case management programs is unique.

Whether you&rsquo;re an executive, graduate, mature-age candidate, newly arrived migrant, manual worker, professional, expatriate, retrenched, unemployed, career changer, frustrated with your current job or simply looking to maximise your career options - we can assist you to find the right job, faster.

Whatever your occupation, wherever you are located contact us NOW!

Our career management consultants will guide you through your career transition or job search, from initial professional assessment, resume writing, interview preparation and salary negotiation to developing your own personalised career plan, plus much more...

For companies, we provide intensive support for all industry sectors through our corporate outplacement services. 

Unlock your true career potential with ACMA&#39;s proven Career Management, Career Development and Outplacement programs.  


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Change career experts]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Statistics show that most people will have up to six changes of career and possibly seventeen jobs throughout their working life, so it is not uncommon.  What is common is for people to get it wrong and settle for something much less in career advancement and remuneration.
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<content><![CDATA[Statistics show that most people will have up to six changes of career and possibly seventeen jobs throughout their working life, so it is not uncommon.  

What is common is for people to get it wrong and settle for something much less in career advancement and remuneration.

Change career is about getting a &quot;good outcome&quot; not simply finding a new job...people often confuse the two. It&rsquo;s about moving into a completely new sector or occupation and certainly involves challenging your personal comfort zone.

Professional assessment and intensive research are required to identify your current transferable skills, or to develop a strategy to gain the necessary skills and additional qualifications.

Identifying companies and sectors that have growth is also critical to a person&#39;s long term career prospects.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Change career]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Statistics show that most people will have up to six changes of career and possibly seventeen jobs throughout their working life, so it is not uncommon.  What is common is for people to get it wrong and settle for something much less in career advancement and remuneration.
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<content><![CDATA[Statistics show that most people will have up to six changes of career and possibly seventeen jobs throughout their working life, so it is not uncommon. 

What is common is for people to get it wrong and settle for something much less in career advancement and remuneration.

Change career is about getting a &quot;good outcome&quot; not simply finding a new job...people often confuse the two. It&rsquo;s about moving into a completely new sector or occupation and certainly involves challenging your personal comfort zone.

Professional assessment and intensive research are required to identify your current transferable skills, or to develop a strategy to gain the necessary skills and additional qualifications.

Identifying companies and sectors that have growth is also critical to a person&#39;s long term career prospects.

These are complex decisions for you to get right. It&rsquo;s never too late to re-connect with your career passion &ndash; as long as you have the right resources and professional support!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Unlock your true career potential with ACMA&#39;s proven migrant career management program.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Powerful interview strategies]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Follow these two simple but very powerful interview strategies to get the job your want.
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<content><![CDATA[Follow these two simple but very powerful interview strategies to get the job you want.

1. When preparing for an interview

Use the bullet points in a job advertisement as questions.  For example, if a bullet point states that you must have good communication skills, turn it into a question like &quot;Tell me about a workplace situation where you had to negotiate a difficult outcome?&quot;

Now develop and practice your response to this question.

2. When at the interview

Ask the interviewer &quot;Why did you select me for an interview?&quot;

This is not as silly as it might first appear.  It shows that you are proactive and it will gain the respect of the interviewer.  It will certainly reveal the qualities and skills that they identified in you, which then gives you the opportunity to explain how you are an excellent match for their specifications, or for you to elaborate on an aspect that they have not mentioned and how that would also add value to their organisation.

Interviews are a two-way conversation between interested parties.  You must always push your suitability by providing examples of your a great FIT for the position, by giving examples of how you have successfully performed these tasks in the past.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Unlock your true career potential with ACMA&#39;s proven migrant career management program.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[INITIATIVE - what is it?]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Initiative is the most underrated personal attribute....without it you are lost!
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<content><![CDATA[Initiative is the most underrated personal attribute....without it you are lost!

Many personal and workplace issues should be able to be sorted out promptly.  Do you procrastinate or dither when presented with a problem?  Are you indecisive or unsure of your judgement? Scared of making a mistake or a wrong decision?

If you say yes to all of the above, then you certainly lack initiative.

Lack of initiative is not only a career killer, but it will also negatively impact your personal life and relationships.

Unfortunately, you cannot buy a bottle of initiative at the supermarket, you have to develop it.  No different from developing writing or reading skills...YOU CAN DO IT!

Start by being brave, think ahead and be prepared to take a risk.  Nothing wrong with a bad decision as long as you learn from the experience and avoid similar traps in the future. 

An indecisive person goes nowhere in life.  Be bold and develop a problem-solving structure that you can practice and apply when faced with a complex situation. 

Then make a considered decision and go with it (back your judgement)...take ownership of your problems. 

You are now using your &quot;initiative&quot;.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Get better interviews and job offers]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[The formula is simple JOB OFFER=PPP+MI...
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<content><![CDATA[The formula is simple JOB OFFER=PPP+MI...

Preparation, preparation, preparation, plus a mock interview will lead successful candidates to a job offer.

The single (recurring reason) for people not performing well at an interview is &quot;lack of professional preparation&quot;.

Detailed preparation for any interview is the key to success and being offered the position.  The era of &ldquo;winging it&rdquo; belongs to the last century as the methods and tactics employers and recruiters use today are both complex and process-driven.

This is true for all levels of the workforce ranging from graduates to CEO&rsquo;s, and everything in between.

The 21st-century employment market has grown highly competitive and sophisticated.  Inadequate knowledge and preparation can result in lost opportunities, frustration and rejection.

ACMA Interview coaching is your key to success! 

Learn how to answer difficult interview questions, how to clearly demonstrate your value, tips to project a positive attitude, plus follow-up strategies to get more offers!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Unlock your true career potential with ACMA&#39;s proven migrant career management program.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Change happens whether you like it or not]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[The only aspect of change that you can control is to be well prepared for it...the rest is outside your world.
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<content><![CDATA[The only aspect of change that you can control is to be well prepared for it...the rest is outside your world.

Statistics show that most people will have up to six career changes and possibly seventeen jobs throughout their working life, so it is not uncommon.  What is common is for people to get it wrong and settle for something much less in career advancement and remuneration.

The term &quot;career change&quot; is a short and simple two-word phrase that does not adequately reflect the complexity and difficulty involved in effectively changing your career.

Career change is about getting a &quot;good outcome&quot; not simply finding a new job...people often confuse the two. It&rsquo;s about moving into a completely new sector or occupation and certainly involves challenging your personal comfort zone.

Professional assessment and intensive research are required to identify your current transferable skills, or to develop a strategy to gain the necessary skills and additional qualifications.

Identifying companies and sectors that have growth is also critical to a person&#39;s long term career prospects.

As previously stated change is beyond your control! 

Change can be a highly rewarding and transforming journey or problematic...it all depends on how you manage your career change and transition process.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Unlock your true career potential with ACMA&#39;s proven migrant career management program.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Talk to your manager]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[One of the major reasons people cite for leaving a job is that they don&rsquo;t like their manager, but is it always the manager&rsquo;s fault?
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<content><![CDATA[One of the major reasons people cite for leaving a job is that they don&rsquo;t like their manager, but is it always the manager&rsquo;s fault?

In any human relationship, it is incumbent of both parties to contribute and nurture its growth.  Responsibility goes both ways even in what may seem an &ldquo;unequal&rdquo; relationship (employee/manager for example).

Adults need to be adults&hellip;sorry to be so blunt.

Case study:

In my capacity as a career counsellor, a client told me that she wanted a career change as she did not like her boss. 

Let&rsquo;s unpack her story:

1. Disliking your superior is no reason for a career change.  Maybe finding a similar job with another company but not a total career change.

2. Why didn&rsquo;t she like her manager?  I asked this question a number of times until she said: &quot;I don&rsquo;t really know&quot;.

3. Again pushing the issue I asked had they ever argued and the answer was NO&hellip;she just felt ignored and not important.

4. Had she ever spoken to the manager about her feelings&hellip;NO

5. Had she expressed her concerns to other staff members&hellip;NO

So I summarised the situation focusing on the fact that no one could address her concerns because they were completely oblivious to her thoughts.

I then suggested that maybe she really didn&rsquo;t need a career change and that a &ldquo;heart to heart&rdquo; talk with her manager or HR was worth pursuing (and it worked).

This scenario is played out in workplaces throughout the country every day, with potentially disastrous results for both employers and their staff.

So take charge of your life, step up and have a talk with your manager you may be pleasantly surprised, if not what have you lost?


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Unlock your true career potential with ACMA&#39;s proven migrant career management program.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<title><![CDATA[Fire-up your career today!]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Expert career coaching to help you find the right job or drive your career faster.
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<content><![CDATA[Expert career coaching to help you find the right job or drive your career faster.

We assist people from all backgrounds, industries, organisations, professions, age groups, private or public sectors and locations to find THE RIGHT JOB.  Our innovative approach to career coaching and career development by providing structured case management programs is unique.

Whether you&rsquo;re an executive, graduate, mature-age candidate, newly arrived migrant, manual worker, professional, expatriate, retrenched, unemployed, career changer, frustrated with your current job or simply looking to maximise your career options - we can assist you to find the right job, faster.

Whatever your occupation, wherever you are located contact us NOW!

Our career management consultants will guide you through your career transition or job search, from initial professional assessment, resume writing, interview preparation and salary negotiation to developing your own personalised career plan, plus much more...

For companies, we provide intensive support for all industry sectors through our corporate outplacement services. 

Unlock your true career potential with ACMA&#39;s proven Career Management, Career Development and Outplacement programs.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

Read more information for migrant employment

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<title><![CDATA[Use a career consultant to drive your career ]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[ACMA career consultants objectively assess their clients&rsquo; education, training, and experience and identify the best options for their career development or transition.
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<content><![CDATA[ACMA career consultants objectively assess their clients&rsquo; education, training, and experience and identify the best options for their career development or transition.

This can be a very exciting process, as it involves rediscovering skills and strengths in a new light, finding possibilities that are often surprising.

Your career consultant will pinpoint effective ways to develop your career or enter new fields, clarifying and refining any further training needed to market the client directly to prospective employers.

Listen to these client&#39;s recent feedback:

&quot;Thank you for all your help - particularly kick-starting my new approach to a career&quot;.

&quot;Thank you again for all your help and invaluable advice and coaching along the way which helped me secure this opportunity&quot;. 

Maximise your career opportunities (internally or externally)...it&#39;s never too late and it&#39;s never too early, so act NOW.

The right CAREER ADVICE  (based on research and analysis) is the &quot;key to your future&quot;.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Unlock your true career potential with ACMA&#39;s proven migrant career management program.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<content><![CDATA[Connecting directly with companies in your target market makes sense.

1. Is your letter likely to arouse the recipient&#39;s interest and attention almost as soon as they start reading it?

The best way to do this is to appeal to their self-interest by identifying a need that you think they have, and showing how you can fill it. For instance, every firm usually has middle management problems, needs accountants, looks for people with a proven record of sales success. As an executive, you will know general personnel problems in your area of experience, even if you cannot find the need which particularly applies to the firm you are writing to.

2. Have you clearly identified the reason you are writing?

Beware of making your approach so oblique and &#39;soft sell&#39; that the reader is left in doubt about what you are getting at. At some point, you must get over the fact that you are looking for a job with the firm to whom you are writing!

3. Does it contain unnecessary data which will make it too long to read?

Remember that a recipient is a busy person. She has a pile of letters on her desk which she has to read and answer.

4. Does your letter clearly state that you are a forward-looking person with an open mind, and plenty to contribute?

Cut out phrases that sound like you are an old die-hard who is stuck in a rut! Show that you have the ability to deal with change. Emphasise what you have achieved in your previous jobs.

5. Is the writing crisp, precise and easy to follow?

Avoid pomposity and repetition.

6. Is there a logical flow to the letter?

Relate sentences and paragraphs to each other. Make sure you do not hop about.

7. Are spelling, punctuation and grammar correct? 

Look up spelling in dictionaries, etc. (DO NOT RELY ON COMPUTER SPELL CHECK)

8. If writing to someone by name, it is imperative that the initials, title, and spelling of the name are correct.

Nothing will turn off the recipient quicker than if you get the spelling of his/her name wrong! Take the trouble to telephone the telephonist at the company you are writing to make sure you get these vital points right.

Let your ACMA career management consultant coach you in these specialised techniques.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<description><![CDATA[Never base your salary negotiations on what you need...base it on your market value and the maximum an employer will pay.
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<content><![CDATA[Never base your salary negotiations on what you need...base it on your market value and the maximum an employer will pay.

Simply stated when you are negotiating your next salary package you need to be informed, strategic and competent in salary negotiation techniques.

Many employers and recruiters play on people&#39;s lack of knowledge to ensure that they pay the least for your valuable service...don&#39;t let this happen to you!

Obtaining the best possible salary package often depends more on attitude and negotiation prowess rather than your professional skills and expertise.

Accept the fact that you don&#39;t get the salary you deserve; you get the salary you negotiate!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

Read more information for migrant employment

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[2030 Career Fitness]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[&quot;The times they are a changing&quot;...Peter, Paul and Mary
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<content><![CDATA[&quot;The times they are a changing&quot;...Peter, Paul and Mary

Where will your career be in 2030?

A recent study in the USA concluded that where robotics and AI were being introduced that there were no measurable additional jobs being created elsewhere.

This industrial revolution is very different from previous changes that actually created new job opportunities.

Futurists predict that up to 40% of jobs are going to disappear SHORTLY.  Action is needed to protect your career and income, and to ensure that you can still be an active workforce participant in 2030.

What are you planning on doing to protect your livelihood and assets?

There are sectors and occupations that are tipped to provide growth, career pathways and security. 

Will your experience, education and mindset be of value to the economy and workplace of tomorrow, or will you be redundant, and of little or no value to the 2030 employment market.

The post COVID-19 era will accelerate all of the above and much more! 

Being proactive and prepared is wise...to do nothing is not an option.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

Read more information for migrant employment

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation

WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

Read more information for migrant employment

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation



 
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<title><![CDATA[How to defend your career against robots and AI]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[We all know what is coming to smash the workforce shortly.  Knowing how to defend yourself against the rise of robots and artificial intelligence is NOW IMPERATIVE.
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<content><![CDATA[We all know what is coming to smash the workforce shortly. 

Knowing how to defend yourself against the rise of robots and artificial intelligence is NOW IMPERATIVE.

Know your profession or industry sector


	Keep abreast of new trends and changes (particularly happening in the US)
	Identify repetitive activities that are easily replaced by AI or off-shoring
	Become an expert in an area that nobody else is interested in, and become the &quot;go to person&quot;


Ensure that your IT skills are up to date


	The future workforce opportunities are all built on technology
	Develop your IT skills to the highest level and keep up to date
	Research new tech developments to remain ahead of the game


Develop data analysis skills


	The use and manipulation of data is the foundation of all future business activities
	Learn how to utilise data management techniques and technology
	Understand how data is gathered, stored and interpreted


Learn how to strategise and plan ahead


	Agility and flexibility will be the survival tools in the future workforce
	Use the internet to constantly research overseas industry direction, developments and advances
	Develop a 3 to 5 year career plan to ensure both ongoing relevance and success


People and collaboration skills are the keys


	Cross-functional teams working and located in multiple situations is the future
	Strong communication and emotional intelligence skills are fundamental attributes
	Project based assignments requiring teamwork and high-quality outcomes will prevail


Ongoing professional development


	Knowledge is power, and in the knowledge economy it will be GOLD
	Remaining up to date is now not enough, gaining expertise to capture future opportunities is essential 
	Technical and interpersonal skills are of equal importance in the coming workplace revolution


Be prepared to take ACTION


	Workforce displacement and upheaval is now set in stone
	As soon as you identify your industry/job to be at risk...CHANGE YOUR CAREER
	Move into sectors that have growth, not contraction (be a winner, not a loser)



WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

Read more information for migrant employment

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<description><![CDATA[LinkedIn is now the premier resource for developing your professional image and career direction....take control of your future.
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<content><![CDATA[LinkedIn is now the premier resource for developing your professional image and managing your career direction.

....take control of your future.

LinkedIn now ONLY displays the first 216 characters of your summary section, so it is imperative to get this RIGHT to gain that initial impact from your LinkedIn profile.

ACMA will assist and coach you in the following areas:


	Develop a &quot;high impact&quot; Linkedin profile
	Explain how to use LinkedIn to land the job you want
	Build, or review and rebuild your current LinkedIn profile
	Show you how to maximise LinkedIn to attract recruiters, head hunters and employers to your profile
	Coach you to lure others to your LinkedIn profile to quickly build targeted connections and contacts
	Provide numerous other highly valuable LinkedIn tips


Like it or not, without a quality, LinkedIn profile your career will founder and certainly not flourish.

No LinkedIn profile = NO FUTURE

LinkedIn is the &quot;beating heart&quot; of recruitment throughout the world!

Talk with a LinkedIn expert today!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

Read more information for migrant employment

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation



 
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<title><![CDATA[No job is immuned from automation]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Act now to ensure that you have a viable career tomorrow...there is nowhere to hide!
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<content><![CDATA[Act now to ensure that you have a viable career tomorrow...there is nowhere to hide!

A new report released today by the Foundation of Young Australians (FYA) has revealed that in the future no job will be immune to automation.

The New Work Smarts report analysed over 20 billion hours of work completed by 12 million Australian workers across 400 occupations each year to predict the skills and capabilities that will matter most in 2030.

The report shows that automation is going to change what we do in every job, in every occupation.
By 2030 The New Work Smarts report forecasts that young people, on average will spend 30% more time per week learning skills on the job, but 100% more time at work solving problems.

How are you preparing to survive?

&quot;The times they are a changing&quot; - Bob Dylan


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

Read more information for migrant employment

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Job search assistance]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[A job search can be hard, confusing, frustrating, and often a waste of time and effort.
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<content><![CDATA[A job search can be hard, confusing, frustrating, and often a waste of time and effort.

Let ACMA provide you with a complete search process and a comprehensive set of in-depth resources that you cannot obtain anywhere else. We will shorten your search time with SUPPORT and RESOURCES that only our clients can access.

&bull; Your own personal job search case management consultant

&bull; Comprehensive career review

&bull; Clearly developed action plan

&bull; A completely different approach

&bull; Superior guidance and technical advice

&bull; Interview training and salary negotiation

&bull; Long-term career safety net

Plus much more...

An effective job search stems from a well-designed, well planned, well organised, and well-executed process. Much like any business process, there are many pieces to the puzzle. It all begins with having the right resources in place and the right advice on how to use them effectively.

We will lead you through a highly organised process that is custom-designed and tailored to meet your specific career needs and objectives.

Whether you are currently employed, underemployed or simply ambitious we have the answers.

Get your career and job search back on track and effective today!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

Read more information for migrant employment

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Automation...is your job at risk?]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Read this well-researched article on AI...and your employment future
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<content><![CDATA[Read this well-researched article on AI...and your employment future

http://www.alphabeta.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/The-Automation-Advantage.pdf?appref%3Dflagship_ipad

Let ACMA manage your career through the coming storm!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[There are no rules in a job search]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[There are no rules in a job search.  Great manipulators and spruikers often get the job offers!
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<content><![CDATA[There are no rules in a job search.  Great manipulators and spruikers often get the job offers!

Too often, the most qualified candidates miss out because they are unaware of how to conduct a successful job search.  People may be highly skilled in their profession/trade, but that does not make them skilled in a job search.

A job search is all about strategies, tactics and PLAYING THE GAME...you have to beat all other candidates, with &quot;the winner takes all&quot; always being the outcome.

Hints:


	Don&#39;t listen to your parents or friends
	The recruitment process has changed dramatically
	Networking is the best option to get around a cruel and punishing process
	Never undervalue yourself, know your worth and potential
	Let a career coach guide you through the new recruitment ecosystem
	Always have a 3-5 year career plan that is your objective


A job search is like a fifty-piece jig jaw puzzle...you have to have fifty pieces fitting perfectly to get the job you want.  It is a complex and frustrating journey that most people are completely unprepared for.

Talk to an ACMA career consultant today?


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[You need a career coach if...]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[You need a career coach if...
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<content><![CDATA[You need a career coach if...

You get interviews but not job offers

You don&#39;t get any interviews

You want to change your career

You have no idea of realistic employment opportunities

You have an awkward situation in your past

You suffer from a confidence problem

You are frustrated in your current situation

You want to maximise your career opportunities

Intensive career coaching and professional assistance are available NOW!...it really is that simple.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<description><![CDATA[Develop yourself as an expert in an area or issue that is important to your company or industry, but no one else is doing it.
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<content><![CDATA[Develop yourself as an expert in an area or issue that is important to your company or industry, but no one else is doing it.


	Why should you be promoted or be given a new job?



	What is your point of difference?


Turn yourself into the &quot;go-to person&quot; for technical information or interpretation etc.  Select a topic that interests you and expand your understanding and detailed knowledge. 

We work and live in a complex world where it is impossible to know everything on a given topic.  Research areas that are vitally important to your employer or profession and develop expertise that is highly valuable to others.

Specific knowledge and corporate memory can be critical to the operational integrity of any organisation, and if you are the only person with this expertise, then you will be in demand.

Opportunities abound in any workplace.  So think creatively and drive your career by leveraging off your unique expertise.

Career success does not simply happen...YOU HAVE TO STRATEGICALLY MAKE IT HAPPEN.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<content><![CDATA[Read the Career Change Tips article developed and published in partnership with the Mamamia website.

http://www.mamamia.com.au/career-change-tips/


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<title><![CDATA[Artificial Intelligence/Robots Report]]></title>
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<content><![CDATA[If you consider that the loss of jobs to AI and Robots has been &quot;over-egged&quot;, think again.

Read this report from PwC, and consider your career plan and future training needs.

https://futurism.com/reports-ai-robots-threaten-jobs-5-years/


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<title><![CDATA[Help redundant workers]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[On occasions both small and large business enterprises (private or public sectors) have to downsize all levels of personnel or redeploy remaining staff...with offices and online services throughout Australia/NZ we can promptly assist any organisation.
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<content><![CDATA[On occasions both small and large business enterprises (private or public sectors) have to downsize all levels of personnel or redeploy remaining staff...with offices and online services throughout Australia/NZ we can promptly assist any organisation.

As part of a planned redundancy or staff redeployment program, we provide intensive unlimited support to affected personnel at any level, across all business and/or industry sectors nationally.

Since 1991 ACMA has regularly partnered with numerous small, medium, unlisted and listed companies, plus many public sector organisations to assist in the implementation of strategic outplacement programs involving all States/NZ and any geographical region.

Outplacement Support Services can be arranged for individual &quot;one on one&quot; counselling, or in groups for large numbers...research from the US shows that a personalised Outplacement program can reduce the length of a former employee&#39;s job search by up to 61%.

Companies can be sure that their obligations to either existing or previous employees are case managed in a caring and holistic manner; thereby giving the person/people involved the best chance of developing their career to the maximum potential or to quickly find suitable alternative employment.

The ACMA Outplacement program focuses the participant towards the future and away from the past. It builds resilience, optimism and channels the terminated employee&rsquo;s energy towards positive action, with the program providing a fresh 21st-century approach (certainly not the &quot;been-there-done-that outplacement&quot; commonly available).


Summary of Australia&#39;s premier outplacement support program:

Each person is individually assisted by a senior outplacement consultant who is a registered practitioner with the Career Development Association of Australia and holds post-graduate qualifications in Career Guidance Management. The consultant will support the participant throughout the entire program in a dedicated 1 on 1 case management relationship.


	Self-paced program with unlimited sessions, contacts and/or length of the program (tailored specifically to each participant&#39;s career objectives, personality, skills and needs)...including intensive &quot;reach out support process&quot; during the first 24/48 hour period following retrenchment notification, plus EAP assistance
	 
	Delivered &quot;face to face&quot; and via our interactive online career management system...as preferred (refer &ldquo;Note&rdquo; below), and in the language of their own choosing
	 
	Work from the comfort of the participant&rsquo;s home interacting directly with the consultant 24/7 Australia wide.  This technology enables our consultant&#39;s to constantly monitor and manage each participant&#39;s progress 24/7 across any device, delivering a truly blended learning/support system
	 
	The program is unlimited in length or session numbers and comes with unconditional 7 days per week support, including 24/7 toll-free 1800 number Hotline support service Australia wide



	Weekly strategic reviews and task setting
	 
	The initial detailed assessment process to identify unique skills, career aspirations, possible re-training or up-skilling options
	 
	Career report and psychometric assessment showing potential occupations, sectors and target market organisations Australia wide
	 
	CV (crafted by a professional resume writer)
	 
	Multi-faceted Action Plan designed to ensure a highly effective job search process
	 
	Receive regular job opening notifications that the consultant has identified
	 
	Coaching on application procedures including letters and online job applications
	 
	Selection Criteria training for public sector positions
	 
	Hidden job market focus (connecting directly with hiring managers and recruiters in the participant&rsquo;s target market)&hellip;70% of jobs are never advertised
	 
	Continual access to ACMA&rsquo;s national employment market intelligence
	 
	Assistance in approaching and using recruiters Australia wide
	 
	Online digital profile development, including LinkedIn and other platforms
	 
	Detailed interview training involving written preparation, mock interviews and follow up
	 
	Salary negotiation assistance and employment contract perusal
	 
	12 months mentoring after starting in a new job to assist in settling into any new workplace, plus the development of a three and five-year Career Plan
	 
	Plus any other coaching, goal setting or specific strategies that may be needed to achieve a successful and timely career transition


Note:


	Face to face support sessions delivered in our CBD offices, plus unlimited interactive online support and 24/7 telephone hotline service
	 
	Outside CBD offices, unlimited interactive online support and 24/7 telephone hotline service


Full dormancy protection applies which means that if a participant takes a break or holiday etc. (no time limits), the program simply waits for them to restart their job search with no loss of program benefits.


For a detailed Information Kit click Contact Us now

Corporate Outplacement programs/services can be delivered on-site, via interactive online distance learning or in our State offices. ACMA is a national leader in providing interactive online career management programs and services, ideally suited to assist remote or EXPATRIATE personnel (including spousal relocation assistance).

In the event of an emergency, we can usually have a consultant on-site within two hours (capital cities), or the next day depending on distance factors. All career management consultants used are registered members of the Career Development Association of Australia (with post-graduate qualifications in career guidance management) and are highly skilled in the minimisation of the emotional trauma often associated with imposed workplace change.

As a national provider since 1919, ACMA is unique in being able to deliver quality outplacement and/or redeployment services quickly anywhere/anytime throughout Australia/NZ (or overseas).

We can have a career management consultant on-site (anywhere in Australia/NZ) by arrangement if necessary.

Read More information on Outplacement


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<content><![CDATA[Thoughts are a powerful beginning to everything. 

Without exception, all actions, events or inventions initially started with someone&rsquo;s thoughts.

The biggest aeroplane, ship, bridge or building etc. were all born from a thought.  They started as small thoughts that grew into a conception and ultimately something beautiful and massive.

SMALL THOUGHTS ARE IMPORTANT&hellip;with there being two types of thoughts, either positive or negative.

A person can be talented, highly qualified, have a great resume and physically present well, but still not get the job that they want.

If your thought patterns are continually doubtful of your abilities and/or self-worth, then this can influence how others judge you (including employers), because it shows.

The way we react to people and circumstances matters, and how we view ourselves matters even more.

Is your internal script of negative thoughts holding you back?

Early intervention with a &quot;positive psychology&quot; approach can be really powerful.

The good news is that you do have a choice.  Skilled career counsellors or other similar professionals regularly work with clients suffering from destructive and negative thought patterns. It is a very common condition that requires professional intervention.

Create a great career for yourself TODAY (because only you can do it)&hellip;AND YOU CAN.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<title><![CDATA[Breaking into the workforce]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Breaking into the workforce is hard going for disadvantaged workers according to a new report from Anglicare Australia which revealed there are five candidates for every entry-level job advertised.
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<content><![CDATA[Breaking into the workforce is hard going for disadvantaged workers according to a new report from Anglicare Australia which revealed there are five candidates for every entry-level job advertised.

The Job Availability Snapshot 2017 highlighted &ldquo;a steady decline in the number of Level 5 job vacancies&rdquo; in the last seven years, to the point where they make up just 15 per cent of advertised jobs. The reduction in entry-level roles is problematic because not only does it mean people with barriers to work are competing with each other for positions, but also with a growing number of university graduates who struggle to find jobs after leaving the tertiary system.

The basis of building a career has always been getting your foot in the door, but even that is harder now than ever. Even graduates with CVs filled to the brim with internships and work experience aren&rsquo;t guaranteed to score an interview, let alone a full-time position.

(Part of an article published by Australian Career Services).


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<title><![CDATA[Advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI)]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Once theorized as visions of a future society, technology like automation and artificial intelligence are now becoming a part of everyday life.
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<content><![CDATA[Once theorized as visions of a future society, technology like automation and artificial intelligence are now becoming a part of everyday life.

These advancements in AI are already impacting our economy, both in terms of individual wealth and broader financial trends.

It&rsquo;s long been theorized that a readily available machine workforce will make it more difficult for humans to keep their jobs, but automation may, in fact, offer up more even-handed consequences. Major changes are coming, but there&rsquo;s reason to believe these changes could benefit a broader range of stakeholders &mdash; not just corporations who no longer have to worry about paying living wages (just parts and servicing).

&ldquo;It is far more an opportunity for growth,&rdquo; said Joshua Gans, holder of the Jeffrey S. Skoll chair of technical innovation and entrepreneurship at the University of Toronto&rsquo;s Rotman School of Management. &ldquo;At the moment, while some jobs have been replaced by automation, this has also led to job creation as well. So while there may be short-term disruption, the longer-term potential is very strong.&rdquo;

While jobs that rely on manual labour may increasingly fall to machines, everything from the design of these systems to their upkeep has the potential to create new jobs for humans. There&rsquo;s also the capacity for technology to augment the human workforce, allowing them to accomplish tasks that would otherwise be impossible. For instance, imagine a robotic suit that could allow a factory worker to lift objects so heavy they could never perform the task with their human strength alone (at least not without incurring injury). In a more general sense, these technologies stand to increase productivity, which would have far-reaching benefits.

&ldquo;I don&rsquo;t think they are going to disrupt the economy but instead make individuals and firms more efficient,&rdquo; said Gans. &ldquo;In other words, they are productivity-enhancing.&rdquo;

Automation might even allow some of us to escape the traditional workweek. If you have access to a self-driving car, you could use it as a taxi service, collecting profits without having to be behind the wheel. This isn&rsquo;t dissimilar to the basic concept of cryptocurrency mining, which puts the hardware to work in order to earn money for its human owners.

Assuming that individuals aren&rsquo;t priced out of buying new hardware, this could make a huge shift in how we earn money. A basic income could be accrued from ownership of a machine that performs a task for others. Of course, a scenario like this would prompt questions of disparity in access: how could we ensure the rich won&rsquo;t simply get richer, while the less wealthy are left behind?

Money Makers

The days of a standard 40-hour workweek seem to be coming to an end. In an ideal world, we&rsquo;d all be able to provide for ourselves by leveraging a robotic workforce on a personal scale to earn money. In practice, it&rsquo;s much more likely that corporations are going to be able to invest in this infrastructure well before individuals can do so.

Universal basic income (UBI) has been touted as one solution to decreased job opportunities for humans. Automation could even foot the bill via a tax on robotic workers &ndash; though, critics of this idea have suggested it could discourage widespread adoption.

Proponents have argued that UBI could foster entrepreneurship, and even have a positive impact on the economy. It would be a huge shift in its own right, and there could be smaller changes to be made in the meantime that would ease the transition toward a greater reliance on automation and AI.

&ldquo;In countries with a well established social safety net and non-employer related health insurance, the transition will be much easier,&rdquo; said Gans. &ldquo;That said, there are few companies that have good programs for mid-career retraining. So this is an area that could use some significant public policy effort.&rdquo;

This much is clear: these technologies are already beginning to change the way we work. It&rsquo;s of crucial importance that we start preparing for greater changes as soon as possible. Automation and AI could have a positive effect on wealth disparity and quality of life for the average person. However, if they aren&rsquo;t employed with the proper care and consideration, they also have the potential to bring about the opposite effect.

References: World Economic Forum, Obama White House Archives

Written By Brad Jones #advances ai#automation#future of work


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<description><![CDATA[Careers are like cars...you have to drive them!
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<content><![CDATA[Careers are like cars...you have to drive them!

Are you happy about the career opportunities with your current employer?

Is your job and industry threatened by AI?

Are you being overlooked for promotions?

Is your relationship with your managers strained?

Do you use all of your skill sets in your current role, and are you broadening your expertise?

Are your friends advancing in their careers and earning more money than you?

Do you feel frustrated and unappreciated at work?

Are you applying for new jobs and consistently failing to get an interview or the job?

If you answer YES to any of these questions, then it is time to TAKE ACTION.

Careers are like flowers in your garden. Plants cannot be left unattended after planting as they require constant assistance to grow and flourish (watering/fertilising, etc.).

Just turning up and doing your job every day is not enough to ensure career growth.  A professional CAREER PLAN is a fundamental start to driving your career to its maximum potential.

Careers are about the &quot;long haul&quot; (5, 10, 20 or 30 years), so a researched career plan will form a solid foundation to underpin your future career growth and remuneration structure for years to come...don&#39;t ignore the warning signs as tomorrow may be too late.

Working closely with a qualified career management professional on this vital and complex task is the key to your future career development and success.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[New Year Career Awakening]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[It&rsquo;s a New Year in an old job&hellip;so what are you going to do about it?
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<content><![CDATA[It&rsquo;s a New Year in an old job&hellip;so what are you going to do about it?

Sadly, NOTHING is the answer for most people.  Another year gone, and opportunities lost is the common scenario.

I am too busy

It&rsquo;s too hard

There are no jobs

The recruitment system stinks

Job applications are too complex

Interviews stress me

It&#39;s comfortable in my current role

There are multiple excuses that people use to avoid improving their career, future prospects and remuneration, and there is only one loser&hellip;THEMSELVES.

Don&rsquo;t let yourself down again this year. Be brave and make a personal commitment to developing your career on various levels such as gaining additional qualifications, expanding your network, researching career pathways and generally laying the foundation for your next career move.

The sobering fact is that if you don&rsquo;t start now someone else will get your promotion or dream job.  Things don&rsquo;t just happen, you must make them happen.  It is always highly competitive in the job market and there is no reward for being second best.

Ensure that you have the right job search tools and knowledge to make informed career decisions.  Bad career decisions are easy to make and can have disastrous implications for your career and future earning capacity.

Getting the right advice and professional support makes sense.

A researched 2/5/10 year career plan is your starting point and the basis for making good career decisions.  Accept that careers don&rsquo;t often evolve in straight lines and that most will need a number of carefully planned steps to be taken to reach your ultimate goal.

Talking about goals, do you have a CAREER GOAL?

Better start now because I can assure you that without a goal nothing will be achieved, and you will continue to stagnate in your current position and beyond.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[A fisherman&#39;s take on job searching]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Career consultants hear the same repeated stories from new client&rsquo;s
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<content><![CDATA[Career consultants hear the same repeated stories from new client&rsquo;s:

There are no jobs out there

I am discriminated against

My resume is no good

My cover letter is awful

No one ever gets back to me

The answer is as equally consistent&hellip;&quot; you are fishing in the wrong pond&quot;.

Job searching is very similar to a fishing expedition with both needing the following components:

Good intelligence (weather, tides, seasonal information etc.)

The right bait

The right tackle

Patience

Analysis 1 Fishing in the wrong hole

It is obvious to even a child that if you cast a line into a pond empty of fish, then you are wasting your time

Analysis 2 Fishing for flathead where there are only whiting

There may be plenty of fish in this pond, but it is useless because you won&rsquo;t catch the fish that you want

Analysis 3 Fishing for a fish that only takes fresh bait, and you&#39;re using a solid lure

No chance again&hellip;do your research properly

Analysis 4 Fishing in a competition for a tagged fish when 500 were recently released into the pond

You have the right tackle, bait, fish type and yet you are simply overwhelmed by numbers

Analysis 5 as in Analysis 4 above

You walk away after half an hour and the person next to where you were sitting catches the tagged fish two hours later and wins $5,000

It would be funny if it wasn&rsquo;t so tragic.  Your career and job are SOOOOO! important to you and your family&rsquo;s well being that it makes sense to conduct a job search using a professional case management process.

It doesn&rsquo;t have to be this way, with ACMA providing a much better way to &ldquo;fish for a job&rdquo; based on research and analysis, job market statistics, occupational/vocational knowledge and decades of industry expertise.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<title><![CDATA[Best advice ever]]></title>
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<content><![CDATA[People often ask me for advice.  So I share with you the most profound personal management tip that will change your life...

&quot;Don&#39;t make a decision whilst in emotional reaction!&quot;

Learn it, love it and practice it until it is deeply ingrained in your personality.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Career bypass...beware]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Don&#39;t stay too long in one position or job..complacency is a career killer.
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<content><![CDATA[Don&#39;t stay too long in one position or job..complacency is a career killer.

People become too comfortable and suddenly realise that they have been &quot;asleep at the wheel&quot; whilst co-workers have been promoted, or even worse they are made redundant.

If you&rsquo;ve been in one position for a while it&rsquo;s time to take action, let ACMA maximise your career opportunities NOW!

Get a better job faster! with ACMA&#39;s Career Development program providing:


	A structured program and proven career coaching system involving a completely different approach to job search and career development based on research and analysis 
	Help to get you totally clear on your career objective/pathway
	Thorough preparation for the career transition or job search
	Guidance (24/7) through proven job search methodologies/strategies including the latest Emotional Intelligence (EI), Rapid Pathway Molding (RPM), Narrative Therapy (NT), Cognitive Information Processing (CIP) &amp; Prior Learning Assessment Recognition (PLAR) techniques
	Profile differentiating your unique qualities and skills from others; with a complete portfolio of &quot;self-marketing&quot; techniques, tools and methods
	Evidence-based assistance to land you the RIGHT job sooner, with maximum remuneration
	Development of a long-term plan for ongoing career management including retraining and/or upskilling options
	Personalised support through the challenging or discouraging moments, including salary negotiation
	Coaching (24/7) through all stages such as networking, interviewing, negotiating, psychometric testing, finding hidden jobs and more...
	Highly effective tools and resources needed for career transition success (now and into the future), plus developing your all-important online digital and social media profiles
	Learn how to recession-proof your career for the long term
	Be personally case managed by Australia&#39;s leading career management consultant



WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

Read more information on Graduate Careers

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<title><![CDATA[Reinvent Your Career Passion]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Have you lost the enthusiasm and optimism that you once had about your career?
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<content><![CDATA[Have you lost the enthusiasm and optimism that you once had about your career?

Do you recall your first job and the associated excitement at starting work and building a future for yourself?

Perhaps this is now all a distant memory, and over the years you have simply lost your career passion (this is a common ailment often encountered by career counsellors).

It&#39;s not too late to take action and to re-discover your career passion...so what steps can be taken to &quot;rekindle the fire in your belly&quot;?

Step 1

Appoint a specialist career coach/counsellor as your problem is very complex to get right

Step 2

Not all career coaches/counsellors are the same...there are some very good professionals so &quot;hunt them out&quot;

Step 3

Don&#39;t discuss your situation with friends or colleagues as the best-intended advice from a &quot;non-professional&quot; can ruin your journey

Step 4

Always work closely with your career coach and strictly follow his/her set tasks and advice

Step 5

Document the activities that really excite you (work and play)

Step 6

Create a list of what you do not like doing most (work and play)

Step 7

Ensure that your social media is CLEAN and up to date...particularly your LinkedIn profile

Step 8

Use this chart to plan your transition and return to &quot;career happiness&quot;!



ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Unhelpful thinking can destroy your career]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[It is the way we think that determines our destiny.
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<content><![CDATA[It is the way we think that determines our destiny.


	Unhelpful thinking- &ldquo;I&rsquo;m not skilled/educated/young/old enough. This is terrible that I failed.&rdquo; Result: you feel bad, stop job searching for a week or longer and miss a great opportunity.
	Helpful thinking- &ldquo;They thought someone else was more suited for the position. This may be a good thing&hellip; there is probably a better opportunity out there waiting for me.&rdquo; Result: you feel okay, continue job searching and get a position to which you are better suited.


You can see how the same external event or trigger can create two very different results. Whether you feel good or bad stems from how your mind interprets situations. Your mind is very powerful. It will either sabotage your career efforts or allow you to create the career and life path you most deeply desire.

So what can you do about it? Pay attention to your thinking. Get to know and recognize your patterns. Say to yourself &ldquo;Oh, that&rsquo;s just my &ldquo;doubter&rdquo; working overtime&rdquo; or &ldquo;That&rsquo;s just my inner critic giving me a hard time.&rdquo; Don&rsquo;t worry about it, just step back, observe yourself and then look for an alternative view that is more helpful. To be able to laugh at yourself and your self-sabotages is incredibly empowering&hellip; and a lot more enjoyable than getting stuck in them!

While we may not be fully responsible for the programming we received as children, we are, as adults, the only ones who can be responsible for correcting it.

For career success improve your mind as much as possible but don&rsquo;t wait for perfection. Swing into action as soon as you can and learn from your mistakes and your victories along the way.

EVERYONE makes mistakes as they try out different jobs &ndash; that is all part of the learning process.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Job searching assistance for introverts]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Approximately 50% of the population are introverts to varying degrees (including ambiverts) and are highly disadvantaged in the recruitment and job interview process.
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<content><![CDATA[Approximately 50% of the population are introverts to varying degrees (including ambiverts) and are highly disadvantaged in the recruitment and job interview process.

Extroverts rule in the whole hiring cycle, from the job application stage through to interviews.  No single group is so totally ignored as introverts, who are simply applying for a job that they are highly skilled to perform.


	Can&rsquo;t boast about your skills and achievements&hellip;BAD LUCK!
	Can&rsquo;t talk about yourself fluently and positively&hellip;BAD LUCK!
	Lack confidence or resilience&hellip;BAD LUCK!
	Have a speech impediment...BAD LUCK
	Shy&hellip;BAD LUCK!
	Culturally different&hellip;BAD LUCK!
	Become overwhelmed by nerves...BAD LUCK!


Have you ever met an introverted recruiter?  They don&rsquo;t exist, so forget about empathy and consideration for any level of introversion. 

Technology is now making it worse for introverts with the introduction of online video applications and interviews...that&#39;s right no more CV&#39;s just create a video of yourself.  Absolutely no consideration for introverts and their significant limitations to navigate these technologies (extroverts must be laughing).

The good news is that with careful coaching and professional assistance these personality traits can be managed by learning new skills and techniques.

Most introverts are astute and can quickly learn how to cope and overcome their personal limitations&hellip;with the right tuition of course.

ACMA provides intensive professional support designed to allow introverts to grow and breakthrough these barriers to get the job and career they richly deserve.

Get a better job faster! with ACMA&#39;s Introvert&#39;s career coaching program providing:


	A structured program and proven career coaching system involving a completely different approach to job search and career development based on research and analysis 
	Help to get you totally clear on your career objective/pathway
	Thorough preparation for the career transition or job search
	Guidance (24/7) through proven job search methodologies/strategies including the latest Emotional Intelligence (EI), Rapid Pathway Molding (RPM), Narrative Therapy (NT), Cognitive Information Processing (CIP) &amp; Prior Learning Assessment Recognition (PLAR) techniques
	Profile differentiating your unique qualities and skills from others; with a complete portfolio of &quot;self-marketing&quot; techniques, tools and methods
	Evidence-based assistance to land you the RIGHT job sooner, with maximum remuneration
	Development of a long-term plan for ongoing career management including retraining and/or upskilling options
	Personalised support through the challenging or discouraging moments, including salary negotiation
	Coaching (24/7) through all stages such as networking, interviewing, negotiating, psychometric testing, finding hidden jobs and more...
	Highly effective tools and resources needed for career transition success (now and into the future), plus developing your all-important online digital and social media profiles
	Learn how to recession-proof your career for the long term
	Be personally case managed by Australia&#39;s leading career management consultants



WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Your career is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Personal responsibility for your own career growth should form an integral part of everyone&#39;s working week.
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<content><![CDATA[Personal responsibility for your own career growth should form an integral part of everyone&#39;s working week.  With AI taking over many complex tasks by 2030, inaction could be career suicide.

The &quot;world of work&quot; and career success have changed dramatically over the last 15 years and bears little resemblance to previous times. This change continues at a rapid pace, particularly with AI&hellip;so if you fail to keep up with change and innovation you are probably headed for a very disappointing career future. What you do today directly influences your career options in 5, 10 and 20 years time, so carefully managing your career development NOW is vital for your career health in the short and longer terms.

In years past, career management was viewed as the responsibility of the employer, not the employee (worker). However, it is now the opposite, with career management now being YOUR responsibility. Many people view this as a great opportunity to take control of their own destiny and career development and avoid the &ldquo;promotion by death or retirement&rdquo; focus of the last century.

Statistics show that most people will have an average of six career changes during their lifetime, some of which will be enforced and others by choice. Irrespective of the reason, not being prepared is like not having insurance on your house&hellip;very dumb.

So career management can be viewed as an insurance policy on your future career options and personal prosperity.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[HR Practitioners at Risk]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Unfortunately, recent Court decisions have aimed directly at human resources personnel, resulting in significant personal liabilities being incurred, and heavy fines awarded against individual HR practitioners...not just companies.
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<content><![CDATA[Unfortunately, recent Court decisions have aimed directly at human resources personnel, resulting in significant personal liabilities being incurred, and heavy fines awarded against individual HR practitioners...not just companies.

Time to get the redundancy process right or possibly suffer personal liabilities and loss.  Outplacement is not only for the retrenched worker, but it also assists to protect the employer and their human resources personnel against serious litigation.

Liability for the health and safety of affected employees can continue for many months after the completion of a downsizing project.  It all comes down to the process, scope and quality of support that was provided at the time the retrenchment occurred.

Enforced workplace change is all about the employee&#39;s experience and how the former employer managed the total process.  You are sure that you have complied with the Fair Work Act, but what about your Common Law exposure (which is potentially unlimited)?

A redundancy project is fraught with possible violent reactions, with volatile personalities capable of extreme actions against their employer, themselves and their families.  It is probably the most dangerous and complex set of circumstances that any HR manager can be called on to manage and get RIGHT (an almost impossible task in most instances).

A well-designed Outplacement program can support the HR manager&#39;s legal and moral obligations to assist the transitioning employee to re-enter the workforce systematically in a professionally managed and caring process.  It is not simply about a new resume and LinkedIn profile (that constitutes only about four per cent of an Outplacement program).  Outplacement programs that are limited in time, sessions or consultant availability are useless in covering both the HR manager&#39;s and employer&#39;s legal exposure.  Only a proactive 24/7 program that comprehensively assists the affected worker back into meaningful employment should be considered and engaged.

If an Outplacement program is not an unlimited case management process, then it is fundamentally flawed (possibly exposing the HR practitioner and the employer to ongoing liabilities, as mentioned above).

In the event of litigation, an HR manager must be able to demonstrate clearly to a Court that they did everything possible to support the retrenched person.  I can assure you that it is a &quot;very high bar that you have to jump over&quot;.

If a recently retrenched employee suicides or harms others as a result of their depressive state, and their actions can in any way be reasonably linked to their retrenchment, then a Court is unlikely to be sympathetic to the HR manager and/or the former employer.  A clearly documented demonstration that everything possible was covered (and more) will be needed to avoid liability.

Any old Outplacement program will not impress a judge&hellip;the comprehensive nature and scope of the program will!

Enforced workplace change places a huge onus on the employer for the welfare of the departing staff, their personal health and safety, including their family&#39;s well-being during this difficult time.  Remember, the employee has no choice in this matter&hellip;they are automatically viewed as a victim.

The worst-case scenario of not providing quality Outplacement support is actually reckless and irresponsible to all parties.


ACMA creates successful career-paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Take control of your career]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Most aspects of our lives we have very little control over which often causes anxiety and apprehension.  However our career is one aspect where we can take positive action today to ensure that good things happen tomorrow (or at least have a high chance of occurring).
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<content><![CDATA[Most aspects of our lives we have very little control over which often causes anxiety and apprehension.  However, our career is one aspect where we can take positive action today to ensure that good things happen tomorrow (or at least have a high chance of occurring).

Your career is one of the few areas of life where a person can initiate actions, take control and enjoy the good career outcomes of this fundamentally important part of a person&rsquo;s existence, now and into the future.

Nothing is guaranteed in life, but with a professional assessment and help, plus research and planning most people can build a solid foundation for future career growth and consequent personal fulfilment.

So what is this state of mind called? &ldquo;Career Clarity&rdquo; and it can be yours anytime you decide to take the necessary steps to consolidate and grow your career. This applies equally to senior management and factory floor personnel, across all industry sectors, occupations and regions&hellip;in other words, it applies to you.

Clearly knowing where you want your career to go is the first step in what is often a complex but rewarding personal journey.

It is the key to finding the job that you want, that important promotion or career-related introduction.  Never before in human history have we been so connected, and yet so isolated.  Sitting in front of our computers thinking that we are doing great things to advance our careers when in fact we are operating in a narrow alleyway and ignoring the adjoining doors of opportunity and possible intersections to prosperity.

Successful job searching is all about people; technology is handy but secondary.  In the end, it is always another person who decides to give a candidate the job, not a computer.

The methods for human interaction may have changed, but the fundamentals haven&rsquo;t.  People talk, recommend, have acquaintances, colleagues, and friends.  Never underestimate the power of people you know and who they know.

Remember that on average 70% of jobs are never advertised and that is where the ACMA programs and expertise are focused.

Let an ACMA career consultant assist you to obtain a great career change as easily as possible!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[What does your career have to do with your family?]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[What does your career have to do with your family?
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<content><![CDATA[What does your career have to do with your family?

Answer...

EVERYTHING!

Don&#39;t neglect it or you may undermine your family&#39;s well-being.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Wage negotiation tips]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[What do other people know about wage negotiation that I don&rsquo;t?
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<content><![CDATA[What do other people know about wage negotiation that I don&rsquo;t?

Simply stated when you are negotiating your next wage you need to be informed, strategic and competent in wage negotiation techniques.

Many employers and recruiters play on people&#39;s lack of knowledge to ensure that they pay the least for your valuable service...don&#39;t let this happen to you!

Obtaining the best possible wage level often depends more on attitude and negotiation prowess rather than your professional skills and expertise.

Our wage negotiation program is designed to ensure that you achieve the best possible remuneration outcomes (whether you are a C Level executive or simply a rising star).

Your wage negotiation is a journey.  With our online systems, 24-hour unconditional hotline support and the help of our consultants we will ensure that all efforts are targeted at obtaining the best results for you...coaching you throughout the process.

Become skilled to concisely present your case and conduct wage negotiations effectively without compromising your overall position...effective negotiation requires knowledge, tactics and vision...negotiating is tough and often unpleasant work but necessary if you want to be paid fairly, get a raise or that next promotion.


	Assistance from a qualified career management consultant to provide tangible solutions and specific techniques to maximise your short and long term wage levels.
	 
	Intensive personal and online support, plus researched assistance at all stages of your wage negotiations to ensure the classic &quot;win-win&quot; solution that leaves everyone feeling they have accomplished something positive.
	 
	Final contract perusal and recommendations.  Nobody should enter any contract without knowing exactly the implications...unfortunately many people simply sign employment contracts because they are so complex and detailed, and feel pressured to quickly finalise the documents to &quot;get on with the job&quot; while endeavouring to keep everyone happy.
	 
	24/7 (toll-free 1800 CVITAE) telephone hotline support service.  This is probably the major resource of our program having an objective/skilled person available to speak to and advise you during those critical, tense and highly emotional negotiation moments.
	 
	Learn life-long wage negotiation skills to ensure the maximisation of future wage increases.  In most cases, the benefits of our program will endure for many years to come.
	 
	Defining your professional worth in the job market NOW means setting the standard for all future wage negotiations over the next 5 to 10 years (and beyond).
	 
	Accept the fact that you don&#39;t get the wage level you deserve; you get the wage you negotiate!



WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Future of Work in Australia]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Career planning for the future of work
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<content><![CDATA[Planning your (or family&#39;s) post COVID19 career future, then you must read this article by demographer Bernard Salt published in The Australian Newspaper

https://www.theaustralian.com.au/news/inquirer/workers-quality-of-life-closely-correlates-with-the-level-of-their-skills/news-story/8f650d61db0ddefc71cd73322f613132


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<title><![CDATA[Workplace skills retraining]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[The world of work is rapidly changing and will be almost unrecognisable by 2030.  To maintain your relevance to the workforce of tomorrow, everyone will need to regularly retrain and/or upskill.
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<content><![CDATA[The world of work is rapidly changing and will be almost unrecognisable by 2030.  To maintain your relevance to the workforce of tomorrow, everyone will need to regularly retrain and/or upskill.

ACMA&#39;s Advanced Vocational Assessment program is the ideal solution to managing your near term career needs and pathways by providing two detailed reports of actions and options available to you...don&#39;t wait until it is too late and opportunities have bypassed you.

Whilst there are many study options on the internet, how do you know what is the best or most relevant to your career future.  Be wary of universities, TAFE&#39;s and RTO&#39;s selling certificate, diploma or degree courses.  Unfortunately, many of these organisations are simply &quot;fee driven&quot; and in our experience will tell prospective students virtually anything to sign them up.

Many students have paid thousands of dollars to complete a course only to ultimately find that there are very limited job opportunities available...if any (&quot;I wish I had known that four years ago&quot; is their common lament).

ACMA&#39;s Module 1 Assessment process is very detailed and will take most people a week to complete (online).  Nevertheless, once a client has completed these assessments, we then have a thorough knowledge and understanding of the person covering skills, competencies, education, experience, work history, strengths, weaknesses, aspirations, career goals, personal circumstances, personality and much more...

A client recently said, &quot;You are so good at knowing a person&quot;.

Let an ACMA qualified career consultant personally assist you to make GOOD retraining decisions by:


	Identifying jobs of the future
	Looking at industry and regional trends
	Nominating suitable courses and relevant training
	Recommending realistic career options


Don&#39;t walk blindly into the future...as it is YOUR FUTURE AT STAKE!

Note: Corporate options available


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<title><![CDATA[Building leadership confidence]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[A case study...
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<content><![CDATA[A case study:

Client: 

Mary (fictitious) was a successful middle management executive who was suddenly thrust into a senior management role when her manager became seriously ill and forced to leave work.

The senior position was logically offered to her and she was afraid of failure and lacked confidence in her ability to perform in the role.

Career practitioner: 

The role of the career practitioner was to assist the client to acknowledge her skills and strengths, which in turn would empower her to view herself as eminently capable of succeeding in her promotion.

Strategies utilised: 


	The career practitioner quickly identified that the client&rsquo;s excellent problem solving, and advanced technical skills were the core reasons why she had received consistent promotions over the years.  Actual examples of her work were examined and critically evaluated to arrive at these conclusions.  After a close examination of her academic results, the client could also see a pattern of high achievement that had translated into her current success in the workforce.
	The career practitioner forensically examined her daily activities which showed that a lack of delegation skills was the reason she was unsure of letting go and taking on more complex management responsibilities.
	Further testing showed that the client&rsquo;s tendency to get tied down in detail and ignore the big picture was a major reason that her confidence in her management skills was lacking.


Action implemented


	The client was encouraged to complete basic team management and time management courses.
	The career practitioner performed intensive Positive Psychology training with the client.
	The client was encouraged to accept the lifelong nature of careers and to appreciate the current stage and natural progression of her career timeline.


Results:

The client was a natural leader who finally came to appreciate her &ldquo;value to the market&rdquo; (and to her current employer in particular).

Methodical career coaching assisted her to realise (and celebrate) her skills, strengths and natural attributes.  This in turn gave her the confidence to accept the promotion, which she initially viewed as a risk, whereas after counselling she came to see it as the natural progression of her career and now definitely as a &ldquo;great opportunity&rdquo;.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<title><![CDATA[Navigating career options]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Expert career coaching to help you find the right career direction, faster!
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<content><![CDATA[Expert career coaching to help you find the right post COVID19 career direction, faster!

We assist people from all backgrounds, industries, organisations, professions, age groups, private or public sectors and locations to find THE RIGHT JOB.  Our innovative approach to career coaching and career development by providing structured case managementprograms is unique.

Whether you&rsquo;re an executive, graduate, mature-age candidate, newly arrived migrant, manual worker, professional, expatriate, retrenched, unemployed, career changer, frustrated with your current job or simply looking to maximise your career options - we can assist you to find the right job, faster.

Whatever your occupation, wherever you are located contact us NOW!

Our career management consultants will guide you through your career transition or job search, from initial professional assessment, resume writing, interview preparation, salary negotiation to developing your own personalised career plan, retraining and/or upskilling options, plus much more...

For companies, we provide intensive support for all industry sectors through our corporate outplacement services. 

Unlock your true career potential with ACMA&#39;s proven Career Management, Career Development and Outplacement programs.  


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Accepting constructive criticism from your employer]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Performance reviews and critical feedback sessions are all part of the employment deal.  How you cope and grow from these interactions is the key to your future career development.
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<content><![CDATA[Performance reviews and critical feedback sessions are all part of the employment deal.  How you cope and grow from these interactions is the key to your future career development.

No one is a perfect employee (or person).  Excellence is gained by constant reflection and improvement&hellip;there is no other pathway.

Accepting feedback demonstrates your listening skills and dedication to doing a better job by responding to what is negative input. The point to accept is that the feedback comes from good intentions to assist you to improve and thrive in your job.

Always be prepared to ask questions&hellip;don&rsquo;t just sit there silently.  By interacting with questions you show your respect and genuine interest in boosting your performance.

Treat feedback as an opportunity to advance your career and build positive relationships with your managers.

Ensure that you summarise the criticism to avoid any crossed wires or mixed messages...leave nothing to chance.

At all times appear gracious and thank the person for pointing out these areas for attention.

A few weeks later send the manager an email with bullet points confirming the positive actions that you have initiated.

Building strong relationships and maintaining open communications with all levels of management is critical to your career advancement.

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.


All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<title><![CDATA[Redundant workers&acirc;&#128;&brvbar;listen carefully]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Being made redundant can feel like being thrown into the middle of an ocean with no life jacket, and you are not alone with these distressful feelings&hellip;it really sucks!
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<content><![CDATA[Being made redundant can feel like being thrown into the middle of an ocean with no life jacket, and you are not alone with these distressful feelings&hellip;it really sucks!

Hopefully, your employer has provided you with outplacement support which will be of immense assistance, and if not, you have simply been &ldquo;thrown to the sharks&rdquo;.

Having helped thousands of people in this situation I understand these emotions and feelings deeply. 

I would like to share some advice for you to move forward in the first few weeks (after the event):


	The pain will go away. Not overnight, but over time
	Be kind to yourself, nurture that beautiful spirit and don&rsquo;t look back
	Take a break and if possible, go away for a holiday
	A job search is actually a job in itself and should be tackled in the same way as to work
	The effort required is at least six hours per day, five days per week
	Do not let personal issues or responsibilities deflect you from your job search; it must come first
	Get help and get it quickly, as most people lack the necessary job search skills for a modern and complex recruitment process.  NOTE: AI has completely upended navigating all job applicant methods, so don&#39;t ignore this reality


The most important message that I can give you is to develop a set daily routine and stick to it religiously.  The most common mistake redundant people make is to just do whatever &ldquo;comes up&rdquo; and go with the flow.

You need to be laser-focused on your job search and not allow any exceptions to this rule.  It&#39;s hard, it&#39;s tough, and there are no shortcuts.

Routine is a part of nature. Think about the regularity and predictability of the seasons.  Daily routines frame our days and ensure that &ldquo;things get done&rdquo;, and a job search is no different.

The absence of a definable routine and daily structure will quickly ruin a job search and potentially condemn you to months or even years of soul-destroying unemployment.


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessments, research, and job market analysis, combined with expert, personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Prepare your staff for the AI future...before it&#39;s too late!]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[In order to retain and develop your talent to cope with the coming AI  changes, a staff career development program is essential.
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<content><![CDATA[In order to retain and develop your talent to cope with the coming AI changes, a staff career development program is essential.

Since 1991, ACMA has assisted numerous organisations (small, large, listed and unlisted) to implement targeted career development programs that are designed to engage, inform and assist employees to manage their careers.  ACMA programs are tailored to both the organisation&rsquo;s objectives and the individual&rsquo;s aspirations, marrying them into a satisfied and focused employee equipped with the knowledge and tools to actively contribute to the corporate and common good.

Career development is vital for people to understand their potential value to the organisation and/or industry sector.  Building 3, 5 and 10-year career plans develops a vision that enables career pathways to be built and provides for better workforce resource planning.  Individual employees and human resource managers can then plan for additional training or qualifications needed to fulfil these career plans, and therefore ensure an ongoing supply of skilled people ready to be utilised as needed.

It is not all about hard skills.  The current team-based workplace thrives on employees with good soft skills, and being AI savvy, this applies to all levels of personnel.  In the 21st century, people, in general, are better educated, more complex and demand a sophisticated level of interaction with peers, managers and customers.

ACMA career development programs address both hard and soft skills, with EI (Emotional Intelligence) being a critical component.  A highly skilled employee (any level) with poor EI can be a disaster in a team environment, which is manifest in recent cases of bullying, stress and other ailments that afflict the current workplace.

The good news is that EI skills can be learned.  Once identified as an area of concern in the initial assessment process (or perhaps noted by a concerned HR manager), strategies can be designed to address an employee&rsquo;s emotional intelligence and general interaction within the workplace, often with overflow benefits into the person&rsquo;s personal relationships.

ACMA career development programs are holistic in assisting the total person, not simply improving a set of skills.  This not only assists the individual but also the organisation can avoid workplace problems that can adversely affect productivity and, at worst, result in litigation, etc.

Using intensive career management techniques, people learn to understand themselves, their skills, personality and potential&hellip;more importantly, they develop an understanding of their value to the company, organisation and sector.

People actually want to contribute and perform well in their jobs.  The confusion occurs when they lack an understanding of the prospects with their employer and have little or no concept of their career pathway in the foreseeable future.

ACMA career development programs will give employees the vision and competencies to grow professionally and personally.  The ACMA career management consultant becomes a mentor to ensure that the corporate goals of the program are achieved within the context of facilitating both career and personal growth of all participating employees.

Empowered employees are productive employees!

A recent report from Deloitte clearly states, &quot;Focusing on career management will give your company endurance and agility.&quot;

&quot;I think everyone should experience defeat at least once during their career.  You learn a lot from it.&quot; - Lou Holts


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Don&#39;t sign-up for university, TAFE or RTO courses without independent advice]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[What you are personally suited to do and have a passion for are not the only considerations, it is also about employment opportunities after graduation.
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<content><![CDATA[What you are personally suited to do and have a passion for are not the only considerations, it is also about employment opportunities after graduation. 

No job, a low paying position or limited career progression opportunities are the dead-end reality for many &ldquo;wide-eyed&rdquo; graduates (&ldquo;if I had only known this years ago&rdquo; is a common lament).

Unfortunately, universities, TAFE&#39;s, RTO&rsquo;s and similar institutions are constantly guilty of &ldquo;shoehorning&rdquo; people into courses that may be inappropriate or knowing that career opportunities will be very limited on completion.  Educational institutions exist on fees charged and as such are selling products&hellip;not independent career advice as many purports.

Whilst qualifications are a necessary part of any professional&rsquo;s credentials, they may not always be the elevator ride to the top that people aspire to.  Some people actually succeed without qualifications, however, this is not something I would actively advocate.

Nevertheless, the careful consideration of undergraduate or postgraduate study is imperative to an individual&rsquo;s life outcomes, and I can assure you that it is that individual that wears the consequences of a good or bad choice&hellip;so you had better get it right!

People often continue with post-graduate qualifications (Graduate Dip, Masters and PhD) to find that they are overqualified for active participation in the 21st Century workforce&hellip;the number of PhD&rsquo;s driving taxis attest to this.

A successful career is based on appropriate qualifications for the position and industry sector, plus supply and demand.  The employment market is just that &ldquo;a market&rdquo;&hellip;there has to be a willing seller and a willing buyer.

As situations change additional qualifications will be needed to keep relevant with industry trends and economic circumstances&hellip;so again a bad decision at any point can lead to a lack of employment or career progression opportunities in the future.

Today&rsquo;s workers can look forward to multiple career changes throughout their lifespan so decisions on new qualifications are an ongoing component of any professional&rsquo;s career planning.

A blend of practical workplace experience and appropriate qualifications is a good mix.  Employers look for people who can add value and achieve for them&hellip;they want a return on investment just like you.

So how to avoid these traps!

Careful analysis of employment market, economic, demographic and socio-political trends is a foundation for good decision making.  Don&rsquo;t listen to your uncle Bob or a mate. Obtain professional assistance as this information is readily available and collated by a good career development practitioner who will be abreast of these factors.

Making good career decisions is vital to your long term financial stability, social and mental health&hellip;don&rsquo;t waste your time, money or life on poor educational choices.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Unlock your true career potential with ACMA&#39;s proven migrant career management program.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[When the wind of change blows, some people build walls, others build windmills]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[It is now possible that people will have up to six career changes and many jobs throughout their working life, so it is not uncommon.  What is common is for people to get it wrong and settle for something much less in career advancement and remuneration.
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<content><![CDATA[It is now possible that people will have up to six career changes and many jobs throughout their working life, so it is not uncommon.  What is common is for people to get it wrong and settle for something much less in career advancement and remuneration.

Career satisfaction is an important consideration that underpins your self-esteem and mental health, plus your loved ones financial security...so there is a lot at stake.

Steve Jobs said: &iuml;&raquo;&iquest;&ldquo;Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven&rsquo;t found it yet, keep looking. Don&rsquo;t settle. As with all matters of the heart, you&rsquo;ll know when you find it.&rdquo;

The term &quot;career change&quot; is a short and simple two-word phrase that does not adequately reflect the complexity and difficulty involved in effectively changing your career.

Career change is about getting a &quot;good outcome&quot; not simply finding a new job...people often confuse the two. It&rsquo;s about moving into a completely new sector or occupation and certainly involves challenging your personal comfort zone.

Professional assessment and intensive research are required to identify your current transferable skills, or to develop a strategy to gain the necessary skills and additional qualifications (re-training and/or up-skilling).

Identifying companies and sectors that have growth is also critical to a person&#39;s long term career prospects.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Salary negotiation made simple]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Many employers and recruiters play on people&#39;s lack of knowledge to ensure that they pay the least for your valuable service...don&#39;t let this happen to you!
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<content><![CDATA[Many employers and recruiters play on people&#39;s lack of knowledge to ensure that they pay the least for your valuable service...don&#39;t let this happen to you!

Obtaining the best possible salary package often depends more on attitude and negotiation prowess rather than your professional skills and expertise.

The brutal fact is that you don&rsquo;t get the salary you deserve&hellip;you only get the salary that you negotiate!


	Do the research and KNOW your actual market value
	Never accept the first offer&hellip;ask for it in writing and just say that you will consider it overnight
	Submit your revised offer in writing (supported by detailed evidence)
	Then SHUT UP (pardon the language)&hellip;people often become nervous at this point and just keep talking
	Silence is golden in any negotiation situation
	Always be prepared to walk away (it&#39;s your money)


If another offer is forthcoming and is still unsuitable, then revert to the above strategy points.

Be realistic, as you can only negotiate to your market value and nothing more. 

It is not about what you want or needs, it can only be related to your actual market value.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Predictive analysis in the recruitment process]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[The recruitment game has just changed forever!
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<content><![CDATA[The post COVID19 recruitment game has just changed forever!

Predictive analysis is an AI tool that allows employers to use past data to match and hire the best candidates.

This technology automatically scans social media sites, company/commercial websites, career sites, associations, plus multiple other private and community organisations to precisely pinpoint and harvest the best possible talent (bypassing recruiters and job sites).

Predictive analysis can be used throughout the entire recruitment process to source, identify and finally select the best candidate.  Job applications and resumes are simply not part of the process.

So where does the job seeker or those wishing to develop their career fit?

It is now vital that all people in the workforce strategically place themselves in situations that enable them to be seen and selected by the predictive analysis software.

A high industry or sector profile has always been important, so that has not changed.  All serious career-focused people must act or risk becoming obscure and missing many vital potential job opportunities.

It&rsquo;s the strategy that people need to understand and refine to ensure that they are always positioned to be seen by these AI systems.

It is never easy being an active or passive candidate, neither is unemployment...it is a brave new world.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<title><![CDATA[How to market yourself to an employer]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Most job seekers (from any age group) lack self-marketing skills. They don&#39;t understand how to identify and present their value to the job market and potential employers.
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<content><![CDATA[Most job seekers (from any age group) lack self-marketing skills. They don&#39;t understand how to identify and present their value to the job market and potential employers.

Successful candidates need to be very clear about the skills they have to offer, and more importantly, why a future employer would be interested in them. How will hiring you improve their situation? What problems and challenges do they have that you can help them with?

Carefully analyse your education, experience and skills and be brutally honest with yourself. Think like the employer you want to work with and take a &ldquo;so what?&rdquo; attitude towards your skills and experience and be prepared to respond.

The pathway to success is to know as much about their business as you can and to be absolutely convinced that your skills and experience will help them. If you are convinced of this and have thoroughly researched their business, they will note that. Most people don&rsquo;t do this. They often assume that their skills and experience speak for themselves. It&rsquo;s your responsibility to clearly explain your value to the employer. 

If you stay focused on the key question that is always on the back of the mind of employers i.e. &ldquo;How will hiring this person make a contribution?&rdquo; you will have a big advantage. If you can demonstrate to the employer that you&lsquo;ve done your research and know their business, they&rsquo;ll be impressed. 

Be tempered in your eagerness to impress them. The key is to demonstrate that you are a professional and can help them to achieve great outcomes in their business.

&ldquo;Opportunity does not waste time with those who are unprepared&rdquo; -  Idowu Koyenikan


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

Read more information on Graduate Careers

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<title><![CDATA[Is your career sleepwalking to nowhere?]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[The world of work is changing fast.  Will you still be relevant in the not-too-distant future, particularly post-COVID and AI.
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<content><![CDATA[The world of work is changing fast.  Will you still be relevant in the not-too-distant future, particularly post-COVID-19 and AI.

Recent studies have shown that 22% of people fell into their jobs, whilst 23% feel they are going nowhere.  That adds up to a massive 45% of the workforce...no time to waste if you fall into either of these categories.  You are seriously at risk of becoming completely irrelevant to tomorrow&#39;s employment market.

It is interesting to note that predictions about the displacement of workers due to AI (artificial intelligence) almost match the above 45% statistic.

ACMA&#39;s Advanced Vocational Assessment program is the ideal solution to managing your near term career needs and pathways by providing two detailed reports of actions and options available to you...don&#39;t wait until it is too late and opportunities have bypassed you.

Whilst there are many study options on the internet, how do you know what is the best or most relevant to your career future?  Be wary of universities, TAFE&#39;s and RTO&#39;s selling certificates, diplomas or degree courses.  Unfortunately, many of these organisations are &quot;fee driven&quot; and, in our experience, will tell prospective students virtually anything to sign them up.

Many students have paid thousands of dollars to complete a course only to find that there are very limited job opportunities available ultimately...if any (&quot;I wish I had known that four years ago&quot; is their common lament).

ACMA&#39;s Module 1 Assessment process is very detailed and will take most people a week to complete (online).  Nevertheless, once a client has completed these assessments, we then have a thorough knowledge and understanding of the person covering skills, competencies, education, experience, work history, strengths, weaknesses, aspirations, career goals, personal circumstances, personality and much more...

A client recently said, &quot;You are so good at knowing a person&quot;.

Let an ACMA qualified career consultant personally assist you in making GOOD retraining decisions by:


	Identifying jobs of the future
	Looking at industry and regional trends
	Nominating suitable courses and relevant training
	Recommending realistic career options


Don&#39;t sleepwalk blindly into the future...as it is YOUR FUTURE AT STAKE!

Note: Corporate options available


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<title><![CDATA[Poorly written job advertisements can create havoc for candidates]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[The uncomfortable truth is that many job advertisements and related job descriptions are written by people with little or no technical understanding of the actual position&rsquo;s duties and/or requirements.
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<content><![CDATA[The uncomfortable truth is that many job advertisements and related job descriptions are written by people with little or no technical understanding of the actual position&rsquo;s duties and/or requirements.

This lack of knowledge can quickly lead to inaccurate and poor summaries of the position&#39;s scope and responsibilities.  After commencing in a new job we often hear from client&rsquo;s that &ldquo;the job is very different from the original description&rdquo;.

The common use of position description templates developed by unqualified people (whinging it) causes fundamental misdescriptions that would not be tolerated in other industries, plus they are typically developed and then refined after the successful candidate commences employment.

In fact, I would say that many job advertisements and job descriptions verge on being &ldquo;deceptive and misleading&rdquo;.

Job seekers wishing to protect themselves have limited tools other than learning to &ldquo;drill down&quot; into these documents and to interpret what the employer actually wants, not what the advertisement states.

Another tactic is to always ring and discuss the position with the human resources manager or a person whose name is quoted in the advertisement.

Investigation and interrogation are essential protective actions that any astute job seeker must take to &ldquo;flush out&rdquo; the real needs and expectations of the employer.

Be wary, be aware, be informed.


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<title><![CDATA[Job vulnerability in Australia report]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Australia&rsquo;s jobs are being affected by the rapid innovation in digital technologies post COVID19.
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<content><![CDATA[Australia&rsquo;s jobs are being affected by the rapid innovation in digital technologies post COVID19.

Regional Australia Institute has released a report on job vulnerability in Australian and which jobs could change.

Read the attached report and keep up to date on these fundamental changes to the way we live, work and play. 


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Avoid &quot;shotgun&quot; interviews at all costs]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[&quot;Shotgun&quot; interviews can be very bad for your career health
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<content><![CDATA[&quot;Shotgun&quot; interviews can be very bad for your career health.

You need to put as much effort into interview preparation as you do for researching and submitting a job application.

The problem arises when you are contacted by a recruiter in the afternoon to attend an interview the following morning (or worse)...in other words, you don&#39;t have enough time to fully prepare to perform at your best.

It is vital that candidates allow at least one full working day after being granted an interview to properly prepare for the event.  Otherwise, you could be simply wasting your time, risk damaging your brand and unnecessarily &quot;burning bridges&quot; instead of building them.

HINT:  When you are unexpectedly invited for an interview for tomorrow, tell them that it is not possible and that you can &quot;fit in with them&quot; anytime the day after.  Most of the time it will be rescheduled enabling you to train like a star athlete and perform at your peak.

Good career moves don&#39;t happen overnight.  They are a result of a disciplined chain of events and actions that YOU ARE IN CHARGE OFF!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Be open to possibilities]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Rapid changes in the post COVID19 workplace will create both winners and losers
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<content><![CDATA[Rapid changes in the post COVID19 workplace will create both winners and losers.

Which one are you going to be?

Those who track these changes and quickly respond will thrive...the individual worker is not totally powerless.

Growth sectors and labour demands are constantly monitored and published by both the Federal and State governments.  These statistics are readily available for forward planning and career decision making purposes.

Good career planning is now more important than ever in order to maintain your relevance to tomorrow&#39;s workforce.  Managing your career and ongoing professional development is the key to your future prosperity.

Unfortunately, there will be many casualties over the coming years, but the warning is out there.  Therefore inaction is not an option.  

&quot;Be open to possibilities&quot; at all times, and be prepared to move with the changing economy and the new world of work.  

Remain agile and adaptable, and ensure that your managers are aware of your flexible and open attitude.  Regular conversations with your Human Resources department will reinforce your positioning ahead of other employees.

The employment revolution that is currently descending on the world is momentous.  Being prepared to change and evolve is the mindset of a survivor, as many people are about to be violently swept away and never re-enter the workforce again.

Stay informed and vigilant as the AI revolution relentlessly decimates many workplaces.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Soft skills matter]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Whilst technology/AI impacts all workplaces, it will be a person&#39;s soft skills that drive the careers of the COVID future.
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<content><![CDATA[Whilst technology/AI impacts all workplaces, it will be a person&#39;s soft skills that drive the careers of the COVID19 future.

Not everyone will know or need to be able to code, but they will have to communicate effectively in an increasingly complex workplace.

The World Economic Forum has compiled the following list of future skills to be in demand (other than STEM disciplines)

Communication Skills

Good interpersonal and team skills are only part of the answer.  Effective communication in writing, orally and negotiating outcomes are critical to thrive in today&#39;s competitive and diverse work environments.

Organisational Skills

A highly organised person is an invaluable asset which Human Resource managers quickly identify.  The ability to track the progress of multiple projects, know the various stages and ensure completion of critical timelines is pivotal to today&#39;s workplace.

Writing

The ability to produce clear instructions, reports and correspondence underpins the agile team-based structures.  Writing demands a strong understanding of English expression which many candidates lack.  Good writing (and speaking) skills are the hallmark of true professionals, winners and leaders.

Customer Service

Irrespective of the industry or activity everyone has a customer...be it internal or external.  Building strong relationships with your customer base should always be a priority.  In the era of instant communications that ability to navigate relationships at all levels is very important.

Research

Research is the ability to efficiently source, track and interpret information.   Data is the GOLD RUSH of the 21st century.  Maximising this potential via intelligent analysis of usually readily available data is the key to being viewed as a &quot;living asset&quot; by your employer.

Creativity and Innovation

Demand for talent across all sectors will be focused on these two attributes.  &quot;AI&quot; will perform repetitive tasks, however, humans will always be needed to develop and implement new ideas and concepts.

It should be noted that none of the above skills are either new or technical, however, the ongoing problem of students with poor literacy and interpersonal skills continues to plague commerce and industry throughout the western world.

A number of educational institutions in Australia are providing targeted adult training courses in soft skills in order to address these issues, as commerce and industry cannot rely on the traditional education system.

Soft skills are extremely important and are also highly transferable.

The good news is that anyone can learn or improve their soft skills... it&#39;s up to you!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Job interviews with AI just got &acirc;&#128;&#156;spookier&acirc;&#128;&#157;]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Just as people were getting used to video interviews, the next stage of AI bots will unnerve most job seekers.
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<content><![CDATA[Just as people were getting used to video interviews, the next stage of AI bots will unnerve most job seekers.

Video interview intelligence allows recruiters to screen multiple candidates at once by recorded answers to interview questions (at the candidate&rsquo;s convenience).

Then the AI kicks in by using voice and facial recognition software that allows employers to compare the performance of all applicants by word choice, voice tone and facial expressions&hellip;and then selects the most suitable people to advance to the second interview stage.

All of this is conducted without any human involvement by the recruiter.  Algorithms manage the whole process and make final decisions on people&rsquo;s career futures.

Your whole being is evaluated and judged by a machine. If you don&rsquo;t like this process, don&rsquo;t apply is the attitude.

The extrovert wins, the nervous and the introvert fail!

Bad luck, mature age, migrants/newcomers or disability candidates... algorithms cannot eliminate bias.

The entire recruitment process is now being managed by AI, from initial advertising through to shortlisting and interviewing of candidates.

Intensive interview coaching and preparation has never been more essential to achieving your career goals.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Accelerate your executive career]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[An executive job search can be hard, confusing, frustrating, and often a waste of time and effort.
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<content><![CDATA[An executive job search can be hard, confusing, frustrating, and often a waste of time and effort.

Let ACMA provide you with a complete executive job search process and a comprehensive set of in-depth resources that you cannot obtain anywhere else. We will shorten your job search time with SUPPORT and RESOURCES that only our clients can access.

&bull; Your own personal job search executive career management consultant (1 on 1 support)

&bull; Comprehensive career review

&bull; Clearly developed action plan

&bull; A completely different approach

&bull; Superior guidance and technical advice

&bull; Interview training and salary negotiation

&bull; Long-term career safety net

Plus much more...

An effective executive job search stems from a well-designed, well planned, well organised, and well-executed process. Much like any business process, there are many pieces to the puzzle. It all begins with having the right resources in place and the right advice on how to use them effectively.

We will lead you through a highly organised process that is custom-designed and tailored to meet your specific career needs and objectives.

Get a better job faster! with ACMA&#39;s Executive job search program providing:


	A structured program and proven career coaching system involving a completely different approach to job search and career development based on research and analysis 
	Help to get you totally clear on your career objective/pathway
	Thorough preparation for the career transition or job search
	Guidance (24/7) through proven job search methodologies/strategies including the latest Emotional Intelligence (EI), Rapid Pathway Molding (RPM), Narrative Therapy (NT), Cognitive Information Processing (CIP) &amp; Prior Learning Assessment Recognition (PLAR) techniques
	Profile differentiating your unique qualities and skills from others; with a complete portfolio of &quot;self-marketing&quot; techniques, tools and methods
	Evidence-based assistance to land you the RIGHT job sooner, with maximum remuneration
	Development of a long-term plan for ongoing career management including retraining and/or upskilling options
	Personalised support through the challenging or discouraging moments, including salary negotiation
	Coaching (24/7) through all stages such as networking, interviewing, negotiating, psychometric testing, finding hidden jobs and more...
	Highly effective tools and resources needed for career transition success (now and into the future), plus developing your all-important online digital and social media profiles
	Learn how to recession-proof your career for the long term
	Be personally case managed by Australia&#39;s leading career management consultants


Whether you are currently a senior executive or simply a rising star, let ACMA ensure that you maximise your executive career options.

Get your executive career and job search back on track and effective today!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Executive career survival tips&acirc;&#128;&brvbar;don&acirc;&#128;&#153;t get pigeon holed]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Most executives fear failure and recent studies show that almost half have been subject involuntary retrenchment or have been fired.  However, nearly 80% went on to achieve at the CEO level.
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<content><![CDATA[Most executives fear failure and recent studies show that almost half have been subject to involuntary retrenchment or have been fired.  However, nearly 80% went on to achieve at the CEO level.

So, it happens regularly to even star performers who have managed their situation without long term catastrophic career damage&hellip;they learnt and ultimately became stronger C level executives.

Executives who have overcome failure and learned from it demonstrate resilience, adaptability and self-awareness.

Taking ownership of failure and learning from the experience are the key ingredients to forge ahead and rebuild a high-profile C level career.

Research shows that executives who had built strong professional networks (not personal friends) were able to confidently reach out to their peers for support and direction in their time of need.  With most executives landing a new C level job within six months.

Another contributing factor was that executives who had experience across three or more sectors were the most likely to quickly transition into another executive role&hellip;they had more options.

Don&rsquo;t get pigeon-holed, spread your wings and let your executive career fly!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Look after YOURSELF...then find your niche]]></title>
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<content><![CDATA[To be of value to your family, employer and community look after yourself...then find your niche!

1. Kindness: Be kind to yourself. Take a moment to do an activity that you find enjoyable&mdash; listen to a new podcast, play with your dog, or call a friend to catch up. Remind yourself that happiness starts with you. It is just as important to be kind to yourself as it is to express kindness toward others.  Go ahead, treat yourself to that nap.

2. Honesty: Do you have an accurate picture of the way you live your life&mdash; how you treat people, how you take care of yourself, and how you balance work responsibilities with family life? Reflect on your day to determine whether or not you are being the best version of yourself. Make one small change that will bring you closer to living a more authentic life. For instance, make a rule&mdash; no work calls or emails after dinnertime so you can focus your full attention on your family. Or stop avoiding the dentist, make an appointment and get it over with!

3. Forgiveness: As the author and positive psychology expert, Tal Ben-Shahar, states you must give yourself &ldquo;permission to be human&rdquo;. You might have moments of weakness when you don&rsquo;t follow your New Year&#39;s Resolution and reach for the chips instead of the apple. The important thing to remember is: it is OK! You must allow yourself to accept shortcomings and move on. Think of one thing that you need to forgive yourself for and&hellip; in the words of Paul McCartney: let it be.

(Part reprint from the VIA Institute, USA)

Always strive to be a better YOU, and inspire others by your example?

&quot;I can&#39;t change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination&quot; - Jimmy Dean


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


 
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<title><![CDATA[Best outplacement services]]></title>
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<content><![CDATA[Businesses are under extreme pressure from online shopping and tight economic conditions.

Reducing employee numbers is really tough, but it occasionally has to be done by many small and large businesses.

People have limited re-employment options in difficult times in Australia and need intensive help to gain employment or to move on with their lives.  These are not small or easily resolved life issues.

When enforced workplace change happens, former employees are often emotionally devastated requiring carefully crafted support on many levels.  A business has ongoing responsibility for their retrenched workers and faces potential unlimited common law liabilities for their welfare.

ACMA has assisted many businesses to downsize or close their operations throughout Australia.  This expertise and understanding of retail businesses and their unique needs and personalities are critical in delivering effective Outplacement services.

Don&#39;t allow an inexperienced outplacement provider to deliver inappropriate programs to your former staff!

Whether you are a large, medium or small retailer we have the expertise to assist with tailored outplacement support.

Recent recommendation:

 

&quot;In my many years in HR, it is rare to find an outplacement provider like ACMA that truly cares for the person as an individual, not just as a project or task. The response times are best in class, as often these events occur spontaneously; the management and team react and commence service delivery without hesitation.  

Where most providers drop the candidate as soon as they are employed again, the ACMA team carry through with the support to ensure the candidate is well-equipped to pass any milestone put in front of them.

True professionals, in every sense of the word, can&#39;t recommend their services highly enough. Cost-effective and highly skilled, the feedback from employees helped by ACMA has always been at the 5-star level.&quot;


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Outplacement programs]]></title>
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<content><![CDATA[Businesses are under extreme pressure from online shopping and tight economic conditions.

Reducing employee numbers is really tough, but it occasionally has to be done by many small and large businesses.

People have limited re-employment options in difficult times in Australia and need intensive help to gain employment or to move on with their lives.  These are not small or easily resolved life issues.

When enforced workplace change happens, former employees are often emotionally devastated requiring carefully crafted support on many levels.  A business has ongoing responsibility for its retrenched workers and faces potential unlimited common law liabilities for their welfare.

ACMA has assisted many businesses to downsize or close their operations throughout Australia.  This expertise and understanding of retail businesses and their unique needs and personalities are critical in delivering effective Outplacement programs.

Don&#39;t allow an inexperienced outplacement provider to deliver inappropriate outplacement programs to your former staff!

Whether you are a large, medium or small retailer we have the expertise to assist with tailored outplacement programs.

Recent recommendation:

&quot;In my many years in HR, it is rare to find an outplacement provider like ACMA that truly cares for the person as an individual, not just as a project or task. The response times are best in class, as often these events occur spontaneously; the management and team react and commence service delivery without hesitation.  

Where most providers drop the candidate as soon as they are employed again, the ACMA team carry through with the support to ensure the candidate is well-equipped to pass any milestone put in front of them.

True professionals, in every sense of the word, can&#39;t recommend their services highly enough. Cost-effective and highly skilled, the feedback from employees helped by ACMA has always been at the 5-star level.&quot;


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.


Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Outplacement services]]></title>
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<content><![CDATA[Businesses are under extreme pressure from online shopping and tight economic conditions.

Reducing employee numbers is really tough, but it occasionally has to be done by many small and large businesses.

People have limited re-employment options in difficult times in Australia and need intensive help to gain employment or to move on with their lives.  These are not small or easily resolved life issues.

When enforced workplace change happens, former employees are often emotionally devastated requiring carefully crafted support on many levels.  A business has ongoing responsibility for its retrenched workers and faces potential unlimited common law liabilities for their welfare.

ACMA has assisted many businesses to downsize or close their operations throughout Australia.  This expertise and understanding of retail businesses and their unique needs and personalities are critical in delivering effective Outplacement services.

Don&#39;t allow an inexperienced outplacement provider to deliver inappropriate programs to your former staff!

Whether you are a large, medium or small retailer we have the expertise to assist with tailored outplacement support.

Recent recommendation:

&quot;In my many years in HR, it is rare to find an outplacement provider like ACMA that truly cares for the person as an individual, not just as a project or task. The response times are best in class, as often these events occur spontaneously; the management and team react and commence service delivery without hesitation.  

Where most providers drop the candidate as soon as they are employed again, the ACMA team carry through with the support to ensure the candidate is well-equipped to pass any milestone put in front of them.

True professionals, in every sense of the word, can&#39;t recommend their services highly enough. Cost-effective and highly skilled, the feedback from employees helped by ACMA has always been at the 5-star level.&quot;


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Outplacement Sydney]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Businesses are under extreme pressure from online shopping and tight economic conditions.
]]></description>
<content><![CDATA[Businesses are under extreme pressure from online shopping and tight economic conditions.

Reducing employee numbers is really tough, but it occasionally has to be done by many small and large businesses.

People have limited re-employment options in difficult times in Australia and need intensive help to gain employment or to move on with their lives.  These are not small or easily resolved life issues.

When enforced workplace change happens, former employees are often emotionally devastated requiring carefully crafted support on many levels.  A business has ongoing responsibility for its retrenched workers and faces potential unlimited common law liabilities for their welfare.

ACMA has assisted many businesses to downsize or close their operations throughout Australia.  This expertise and understanding of retail businesses and their unique needs and personalities are critical in delivering effective Outplacement services.

Don&#39;t allow an inexperienced outplacement provider to deliver inappropriate programs to your former staff!

Whether you are a large, medium or small retailer we have the expertise to assist with tailored outplacement support.

Recent recommendation:

&quot;In my many years in HR, it is rare to find an outplacement provider like ACMA that truly cares for the person as an individual, not just as a project or task. The response times are best in class, as often these events occur spontaneously; the management and team react and commence service delivery without hesitation.&quot; 

Where most providers drop the candidate as soon as they are employed again, the ACMA team carry through with the support to ensure the candidate is well-equipped to pass any milestone put in front of them.

True professionals, in every sense of the word, can&#39;t recommend their services highly enough. Cost-effective and highly skilled, the feedback from employees helped by ACMA has always been at the 5-star level.&quot;


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Outplacement Brisbane]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Businesses are under extreme pressure from online shopping and tight economic conditions.
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<content><![CDATA[Businesses are under extreme pressure from online shopping and tight economic conditions.

Reducing employee numbers is really tough, but it occasionally has to be done by many small and large businesses.

People have limited re-employment options in difficult times in Australia and need intensive help to gain employment or to move on with their lives.  These are not small or easily resolved life issues.

When enforced workplace change happens, former employees are often emotionally devastated requiring carefully crafted support on many levels.  A business has ongoing responsibility for its retrenched workers and faces potential unlimited common law liabilities for their welfare.

ACMA has assisted many businesses to downsize or close their operations throughout Australia.  This expertise and understanding of retail businesses and their unique needs and personalities are critical in delivering effective Outplacement services.

Don&#39;t allow an inexperienced outplacement provider to deliver inappropriate programs to your former staff!

Whether you are a large, medium or small retailer we have the expertise to assist with tailored outplacement support.

Recent recommendation:

&quot;In my many years in HR, it is rare to find an outplacement provider like ACMA that truly cares for the person as an individual, not just as a project or task. The response times are best in class, as often these events occur spontaneously; the management and team react and commence service delivery without hesitation.  

Where most providers drop the candidate as soon as they are employed again, the ACMA team carry through with the support to ensure the candidate is well-equipped to pass any milestone put in front of them.

True professionals, in every sense of the word, can&#39;t recommend their services highly enough. Cost-effective and highly skilled, the feedback from employees helped by ACMA has always been at the 5-star level.&quot;


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Outplacement Canberra]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Businesses are under extreme pressure from online shopping and tight economic conditions.
]]></description>
<content><![CDATA[Businesses are under extreme pressure from online shopping and tight economic conditions.

Reducing employee numbers is really tough, but it occasionally has to be done by many small and large businesses.

People have limited re-employment options in difficult times in Australia and need intensive help to gain employment or to move on with their lives.  These are not small or easily resolved life issues.

When enforced workplace change happens, former employees are often emotionally devastated requiring carefully crafted support on many levels.  A business has ongoing responsibility for their retrenched workers and faces potential unlimited common law liabilities for their welfare.

ACMA has assisted many businesses to downsize or close their operations throughout Australia.  This expertise and understanding of retail businesses and their unique needs and personalities are critical in delivering effective Outplacement services.

Don&#39;t allow an inexperienced outplacement provider to deliver inappropriate programs to your former staff!

Whether you are a large, medium or small retailer we have the expertise to assist with tailored outplacement support.

Recent recommendation:

&quot;In my many years in HR, it is rare to find an outplacement provider like ACMA that truly cares for the person as an individual, not just as a project or task. The response times are best in class, as often these events occur spontaneously; the management and team react and commence service delivery without hesitation.  

Where most providers drop the candidate as soon as they are employed again, the ACMA team carry through with the support to ensure the candidate is well-equipped to pass any milestone put in front of them.

True professionals, in every sense of the word, can&#39;t recommend their services highly enough. Cost-effective and highly skilled, the feedback from employees helped by ACMA has always been at the 5-star level.&quot;


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Outplacement Adelaide]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Businesses are under extreme pressure from online shopping and tight economic conditions.
]]></description>
<content><![CDATA[Businesses are under extreme pressure from online shopping and tight economic conditions.

Reducing employee numbers is really tough, but it occasionally has to be done by many small and large businesses.

People have limited re-employment options in difficult times in Australia and need intensive help to gain employment or to move on with their lives.  These are not small or easily resolved life issues.

When enforced workplace change happens, former employees are often emotionally devastated requiring carefully crafted support on many levels.  A business has ongoing responsibility for its retrenched workers and faces potential unlimited common law liabilities for their welfare.

ACMA has assisted many businesses to downsize or close their operations throughout Australia.  This expertise and understanding of retail businesses and their unique needs and personalities are critical in delivering effective Outplacement services.

Don&#39;t allow an inexperienced outplacement provider to deliver inappropriate programs to your former staff!

Whether you are a large, medium or small retailer we have the expertise to assist with tailored outplacement support.

Recent recommendation:

&quot;In my many years in HR, it is rare to find an outplacement provider like ACMA that truly cares for the person as an individual, not just as a project or task. The response times are best in class, as often these events occur spontaneously; the management and team react and commence service delivery without hesitation.  

Where most providers drop the candidate as soon as they are employed again, the ACMA team carry through with the support to ensure the candidate is well-equipped to pass any milestone put in front of them.

True professionals, in every sense of the word, can&#39;t recommend their services highly enough. Cost-effective and highly skilled, the feedback from employees helped by ACMA has always been at the 5-star level.&quot;


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Outplacement Perth]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Businesses are under extreme pressure from online shopping and tight economic conditions.
]]></description>
<content><![CDATA[Businesses are under extreme pressure from online shopping and tight economic conditions.

Reducing employee numbers is really tough, but it occasionally has to be done by many small and large businesses.

People have limited re-employment options in difficult times in Australia and need intensive help to gain employment or to move on with their lives.  These are not small or easily resolved life issues.

When enforced workplace change happens, former employees are often emotionally devastated requiring carefully crafted support on many levels.  A business has ongoing responsibility for its retrenched workers and faces potential unlimited common law liabilities for their welfare.

ACMA has assisted many businesses to downsize or close their operations throughout Australia.  This expertise and understanding of retail businesses and their unique needs and personalities are critical in delivering effective Outplacement services.

Don&#39;t allow an inexperienced outplacement provider to deliver inappropriate programs to your former staff!

Whether you are a large, medium or small retailer we have the expertise to assist with tailored outplacement support.

Recent recommendation:

&quot;In my many years in HR, it is rare to find an outplacement provider like ACMA that truly cares for the person as an individual, not just as a project or task. The response times are best in class, as often these events occur spontaneously; the management and team react and commence service delivery without hesitation.  

Where most providers drop the candidate as soon as they are employed again, the ACMA team carry through with the support to ensure the candidate is well-equipped to pass any milestone put in front of them.

True professionals, in every sense of the word, can&#39;t recommend their services highly enough. Cost-effective and highly skilled, the feedback from employees helped by ACMA has always been at the 5-star level.&quot;


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Outplacement Darwin]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Businesses are under extreme pressure from online shopping and tight economic conditions.
]]></description>
<content><![CDATA[Businesses are under extreme pressure from online shopping and tight economic conditions.

Reducing employee numbers is really tough, but it occasionally has to be done by many small and large businesses.

People have limited re-employment options in difficult times in Australia and need intensive help to gain employment or to move on with their lives.  These are not small or easily resolved life issues.

When enforced workplace change happens, former employees are often emotionally devastated, requiring carefully crafted support on many levels.  A business has ongoing responsibility for its retrenched workers and faces potential unlimited common law liabilities for their welfare.

ACMA has assisted many businesses to downsize or close their operations throughout Australia.  This expertise and understanding of retail businesses and their unique needs and personalities are critical in delivering effective Outplacement services.

Don&#39;t allow an inexperienced outplacement provider to deliver inappropriate programs to your former staff!

Whether you are a large, medium or small retailer, we have the expertise to assist with tailored outplacement support.

Recent recommendation:

&quot;In my many years in HR, it is rare to find an outplacement provider like ACMA that truly cares for the person as an individual, not just as a project or task. The response times are best in class, as often these events occur spontaneously; the management and team react and commence service delivery without hesitation.  

Where most providers drop the candidate as soon as they are employed again, the ACMA team carry through with the support to ensure the candidate is well-equipped to pass any milestone put in front of them.

True professionals, in every sense of the word, can&#39;t recommend their services highly enough. Cost-effective and highly skilled, the feedback from employees helped by ACMA has always been at the 5-star level.&quot;


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Outplacement consultants]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Businesses are under extreme pressure from online shopping and tight economic conditions.
]]></description>
<content><![CDATA[Businesses are under extreme pressure from online shopping and tight economic conditions.

Reducing employee numbers is really tough, but it occasionally has to be done by many small and large businesses.

People have limited re-employment options in difficult times in Australia and need intensive help to gain employment or to move on with their lives.  These are not small or easily resolved life issues.

When enforced workplace change happens, former employees are often emotionally devastated requiring carefully crafted support on many levels.  A business has ongoing responsibility for its retrenched workers and faces potential unlimited common law liabilities for their welfare.

ACMA has assisted many businesses to downsize or close their operations throughout Australia.  This expertise and understanding of retail businesses and their unique needs and personalities are critical in delivering effective Outplacement services.

Don&#39;t allow an inexperienced outplacement provider to deliver inappropriate programs to your former staff!

Whether you are a large, medium or small retailer we have the expertise to assist with tailored outplacement support.

Recent recommendation:

&quot;In my many years in HR, it is rare to find an outplacement provider like ACMA that truly cares for the person as an individual, not just as a project or task. The response times are best in class, as often these events occur spontaneously; the management and team react and commence service delivery without hesitation.  

Where most providers drop the candidate as soon as they are employed again, the ACMA team carry through with the support to ensure the candidate is well-equipped to pass any milestone put in front of them.

True professionals, in every sense of the word, can&#39;t recommend their services highly enough. Cost-effective and highly skilled, the feedback from employees helped by ACMA has always been at the 5-star level.&quot;


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Outplacement firms]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Businesses are under extreme pressure from online shopping and tight economic conditions.
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<content><![CDATA[Businesses are under extreme pressure from online shopping and tight economic conditions.

Reducing employee numbers is really tough, but it occasionally has to be done by many small and large businesses.

People have limited re-employment options in difficult times in Australia and need intensive help to gain employment or to move on with their lives.  These are not small or easily resolved life issues.

When enforced workplace change happens, former employees are often emotionally devastated requiring carefully crafted support on many levels.  A business has ongoing responsibility for its retrenched workers and faces potential unlimited common law liabilities for their welfare.

ACMA has assisted many businesses to downsize or close their operations throughout Australia.  This expertise and understanding of retail businesses and their unique needs and personalities are critical in delivering effective Outplacement services.

Don&#39;t allow an inexperienced outplacement provider to deliver inappropriate programs to your former staff!

Whether you are a large, medium or small retailer we have the expertise to assist with tailored outplacement support.

Recent recommendation:

&quot;In my many years in HR, it is rare to find an outplacement provider like ACMA that truly cares for the person as an individual, not just as a project or task. The response times are best in class, as often these events occur spontaneously; the management and team react and commence service delivery without hesitation.  

Where most providers drop the candidate as soon as they are employed again, the ACMA team carry through with the support to ensure the candidate is well-equipped to pass any milestone put in front of them.

True professionals, in every sense of the word, can&#39;t recommend their services highly enough. Cost-effective and highly skilled, the feedback from employees helped by ACMA has always been at the 5-star level.&quot;


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Outplacement companies]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Businesses are under extreme pressure from online shopping and tight economic conditions.
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<content><![CDATA[Businesses are under extreme pressure from online shopping and tight economic conditions.

Reducing employee numbers is really tough, but it occasionally has to be done by many small and large businesses.

People have limited re-employment options in difficult times in Australia and need intensive help to gain employment or to move on with their lives.  These are not small or easily resolved life issues.

When enforced workplace change happens, former employees are often emotionally devastated requiring carefully crafted support on many levels.  A business has ongoing responsibility for its retrenched workers and faces potential unlimited common law liabilities for their welfare.

ACMA has assisted many businesses to downsize or close their operations throughout Australia.  This expertise and understanding of retail businesses and their unique needs and personalities are critical in delivering effective Outplacement services.

Don&#39;t allow an inexperienced outplacement provider to deliver inappropriate programs to your former staff!

Whether you are a large, medium or small retailer we have the expertise to assist with tailored outplacement support.

Recent recommendation:

&quot;In my many years in HR, it is rare to find an outplacement provider like ACMA that truly cares for the person as an individual, not just as a project or task. The response times are best in class, as often these events occur spontaneously; the management and team react and commence service delivery without hesitation.  

Where most providers drop the candidate as soon as they are employed again, the ACMA team carry through with the support to ensure the candidate is well-equipped to pass any milestone put in front of them.

True professionals, in every sense of the word, can&#39;t recommend their services highly enough. Cost-effective and highly skilled, the feedback from employees helped by ACMA has always been at the 5-star level.&quot;


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Outplacement agencies]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Businesses are under extreme pressure from online shopping and tight economic conditions.
]]></description>
<content><![CDATA[Businesses are under extreme pressure from online shopping and tight economic conditions.

Reducing employee numbers is really tough, but it occasionally has to be done by many small and large businesses.

People have limited re-employment options in difficult times in Australia and need intensive help to gain employment or to move on with their lives.  These are not small or easily resolved life issues.

When enforced workplace change happens, former employees are often emotionally devastated requiring carefully crafted support on many levels.  A business has ongoing responsibility for its retrenched workers and faces potential unlimited common law liabilities for their welfare.

ACMA has assisted many businesses to downsize or close their operations throughout Australia.  This expertise and understanding of retail businesses and their unique needs and personalities are critical in delivering effective Outplacement services.

Don&#39;t allow an inexperienced outplacement provider to deliver inappropriate programs to your former staff!

Whether you are a large, medium or small retailer we have the expertise to assist with tailored outplacement support.

Recent recommendation:

&quot;In my many years in HR, it is rare to find an outplacement provider like ACMA that truly cares for the person as an individual, not just as a project or task. The response times are best in class, as often these events occur spontaneously; the management and team react and commence service delivery without hesitation.  

Where most providers drop the candidate as soon as they are employed again, the ACMA team carry through with the support to ensure the candidate is well-equipped to pass any milestone put in front of them.

True professionals, in every sense of the word, can&#39;t recommend their services highly enough. Cost-effective and highly skilled, the feedback from employees helped by ACMA has always been at the 5-star level.&quot;


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Executive outplacement]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Businesses and executives are under extreme pressure from online shopping and tight economic conditions.
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<content><![CDATA[Businesses are under extreme pressure from online shopping and tight economic conditions.

Reducing executive numbers is really tough, but it occasionally has to be done by many small and large businesses.

Executives have limited re-employment options in difficult times in Australia and need intensive help to gain employment or to move on with their lives.  These are not small or easily resolved life issues.

When enforced workplace change happens, former executives are often emotionally devastated requiring carefully crafted support on many levels.  A business has ongoing responsibility for its retrenched executives and faces potential unlimited common law liabilities for their welfare.

ACMA has assisted many executives to downsize or close their operations throughout Australia.  This expertise and understanding of executive (c-level) people and their unique needs and personalities is critical in delivering effective executive outplacement services.

Don&#39;t allow an inexperienced outplacement provider to deliver inappropriate programs to your former executives!

Whether you are a large, medium or small retailer we have the expertise to assist with tailored executive outplacement support.

Recent recommendation:

&quot;In my many years in HR, it is rare to find an outplacement provider like ACMA that truly cares for the person as an individual, not just as a project or task. The response times are best in class, as often these events occur spontaneously; the management and team react and commence service delivery without hesitation.  

Where most providers drop the candidate as soon as they are employed again, the ACMA team carry through with the support to ensure the candidate is well-equipped to pass any milestone put in front of them.

True professionals, in every sense of the word, can&#39;t recommend their services highly enough. Cost-effective and highly skilled, the feedback from employees helped by ACMA has always been at the 5-star level.&quot;


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Outplacement consultants]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Businesses are under extreme pressure from online shopping and tight economic conditions.
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<content><![CDATA[Businesses are under extreme pressure from online shopping and tight economic conditions.

Reducing employee numbers is really tough, but it occasionally has to be done by many small and large businesses.

People have limited re-employment options in difficult times in Australia and need intensive help to gain employment or to move on with their lives.  These are not small or easily resolved life issues.

When enforced workplace change happens, former employees are often emotionally devastated requiring carefully crafted support on many levels.  A business has ongoing responsibility for its retrenched workers and faces potential unlimited common law liabilities for their welfare.

ACMA has assisted many businesses to downsize or close their operations throughout Australia.  This expertise and understanding of retail businesses and their unique needs and personalities are critical in delivering effective Outplacement services.

Don&#39;t allow an inexperienced outplacement provider to deliver inappropriate programs to your former staff!

Whether you are a large, medium or small retailer we have the expertise to assist with tailored outplacement support.

Recent recommendation:

&quot;In my many years in HR, it is rare to find an outplacement provider like ACMA that truly cares for the person as an individual, not just as a project or task. The response times are best in class, as often these events occur spontaneously; the management and team react and commence service delivery without hesitation.  

Where most providers drop the candidate as soon as they are employed again, the ACMA team carry through with the support to ensure the candidate is well-equipped to pass any milestone put in front of them.

True professionals, in every sense of the word, can&#39;t recommend their services highly enough. Cost-effective and highly skilled, the feedback from employees helped by ACMA has always been at the 5-star level.&quot;


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Retail outplacement]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Retail is under extreme pressure from online shopping and tight economic conditions.
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<content><![CDATA[Retail is under extreme pressure from online shopping and tight economic conditions.

Reducing employee numbers is really tough, but it occasionally has to be done by many small and large businesses.

People have limited re-employment options in difficult times in Australia and need intensive help to gain employment or to move on with their lives.  These are not small or easily resolved life issues.

When enforced workplace change happens, former employees are often emotionally devastated requiring carefully crafted support on many levels.  A business has ongoing responsibility for its retrenched workers and faces potential unlimited common law liabilities for their welfare.

ACMA has assisted many retail businesses to downsize or close their operations throughout Australia.  This expertise and understanding of retail businesses and their unique needs and personalities are critical in delivering effective Outplacement services.

Don&#39;t allow an inexperienced outplacement provider to deliver inappropriate programs to your former staff!

Whether you are a large, medium or small retailer we have the expertise to assist with tailored outplacement support.

Recent recommendation:

&quot;In my many years in HR, it is rare to find an outplacement provider like ACMA that truly cares for the person as an individual, not just as a project or task. The response times are best in class, as often these events occur spontaneously; the management and team react and commence service delivery without hesitation.  

Where most providers drop the candidate as soon as they are employed again, the ACMA team carry through with the support to ensure the candidate is well-equipped to pass any milestone put in front of them.

True professionals, in every sense of the word, can&#39;t recommend their services highly enough. Cost-effective and highly skilled, the feedback from employees helped by ACMA has always been at the 5-star level.&quot;


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Academic career assistance]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Academic careers (primary, secondary or tertiary) are like cars...you have to drive them!
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<content><![CDATA[Academic careers (primary, secondary or tertiary) are like cars...you have to drive them!

Are you happy about the career opportunities with your current situation?

Are you being overlooked for promotions?

Is your relationship with your managers strained?

Do you use all of your skillsets in your current role, and are you broadening your expertise?

Are your friends advancing in their careers and earning more money than you?

Do you feel frustrated and unappreciated at work?

Are you applying for new jobs and consistently failing to get an interview or the job?

If you answer YES to any of these questions then it is time to TAKE ACTION.

Academic careers are like the flowers in your garden. Plants cannot be left unattended after planting as they require constant assistance to grow and flourish (watering/fertilising etc.).

Just turning up and doing your job every day is not enough to ensure career growth.  A professional CAREER PLAN is a fundamental start to driving your academic career to its maximum potential.

Academic careers are about the &quot;long haul&quot; (5, 10, 20 or 30 years), so a researched career plan will form a solid foundation to underpin your future career growth and remuneration structure for years to come...don&#39;t ignore the warning signs as tomorrow may be too late.

Working closely with an ACMA career management professional on this vital and complex task is the key to your future academic career transition and success.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Employee career development]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[One size does not fit all when it comes to employee career growth and development
]]></description>
<content><![CDATA[One size does not fit all when it comes to employee career growth and development.

A Gallop Poll of Millennials found that almost 90% of them valued &ldquo;career growth and development opportunities,&rdquo; but less than 40% felt strongly that they had &ldquo;learned something new on the job in the past 30 days.&rdquo; That same poll found that managers are critical to the experiences that younger employees have at work, accounting for &ldquo;at least 70% of the variance in engagement scores.&rdquo;

The ACMA Staff Career Development program is designed around providing each employee with their own career coach to work with.  Individualised career advice and support ensures that each employee is valued and empowered, and certainly engaged in the company&#39;s vision.

Each employee is assessed and their ACTION PLAN developed in conjunction with both HR and management, thus ensuring that the company&#39;s staffing and business plan needs are dovetailed with the employee&#39;s. 

Career pathways are identified that match the employer&#39;s and HR growth expectations and corporate planning.

The retention of critical employees and reduction in staff turnover is all about employee engagement via career development, personal growth and feeling valued...it is that simple.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Public sector outplacement]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[The public sector is under extreme pressure from change and demanding public expectations.
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<content><![CDATA[The public sector is under extreme pressure from change and demanding public expectations.

Reducing employee numbers is really tough, but it occasionally has to be done by many public sector departments and organisations.

People have limited re-employment options in difficult times in Australia and need intensive help to gain employment or to move on with their lives.  These are not small or easily resolved life issues.

When enforced workplace change happens, former employees are often emotionally devastated requiring carefully crafted support on many levels.  Public sector management has ongoing responsibility for their retrenched workers and face potential unlimited common law liabilities for their welfare.

ACMA has assisted many public sector organisations to downsize or close their operations throughout Australia.  This expertise and understanding of the public sector and its unique needs and personalities is critical in delivering effective public sector outplacement services.

Don&#39;t allow an inexperienced outplacement provider to deliver inappropriate programs to your former staff!

Whether you are a large, medium or small department we have the expertise to assist with tailored outplacement support.

Recent recommendation:

&quot;In my many years in HR, it is rare to find an outplacement provider like ACMA that truly cares for the person as an individual, not just as a project or task. The response times are best in class, as often these events occur spontaneously; the management and team react and commence service delivery without hesitation.  

Where most providers drop the candidate as soon as they are employed again, the ACMA team carry through with the support to ensure the candidate is well-equipped to pass any milestone put in front of them.

True professionals, in every sense of the word, can&#39;t recommend their services highly enough. Cost-effective and highly skilled, the feedback from employees helped by ACMA has always been at the 5-star level.&quot;


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred, the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Staff retention]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[One size does not fit all when it comes to employee career growth and staff retention.
]]></description>
<content><![CDATA[One size does not fit all when it comes to employee career growth and staff retention.

A Gallop Poll of Millennials found that almost 90% of them valued &ldquo;career growth and development opportunities,&rdquo; but less than 40% felt strongly that they had &ldquo;learned something new on the job in the past 30 days.&rdquo; That same poll found that managers are critical to the experiences that younger employees have at work, accounting for &ldquo;at least 70% of the variance in engagement scores.&rdquo;

The ACMA Staff Career Development program is designed around providing each employee with their own career coach to work with.  Individualised career advice and support ensures that each employee is valued and empowered, and certainly engaged in the company&#39;s vision.

Each employee is assessed and their ACTION PLAN developed in conjunction with both HR and management, thus ensuring that the company&#39;s staffing and business plan needs are dovetailed with the employee&#39;s. 

Career pathways have identified that match the employer&#39;s and HR growth expectation and corporate planning.

The retention of critical employees and reduction in staff turnover is all about employee engagement via career development, personal growth and feeling valued...it is that simple.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Reignite your career passion]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[It is common for people from any background or age group to have little or no concept of what job or career pathways and new opportunities are avaiable to them.
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<content><![CDATA[It is common for people from any background or age group to have little or no concept of what job or career pathways and new opportunities are available to them.

With thousands of positions available across multiple sectors, where do you start?  How can you personally analyse this vast amount of data and decide on your perfect career match (you probably have more chance of winning Tattslotto).

ACMA offers the solution, with its Advanced Vocational Assessment program suitable for anyone aged 18 to 65.

From the comfort of your home or workplace, and under the care of your own personal career management consultant, you will be directly guided through a &ldquo;blended learning process&rdquo; consisting of online assessments and personalised advice and interpretation.

Good career choices are based on a combination of factors and relevant employment data.  No use moving into a job in a declining sector.

Detailed analysis and collaboration with your consultant will clarify many issues and open the door to career opportunities and occupational awareness.

Ongoing discussions and examination of career options, plus two written reports are all part of the journey of discovery that your career consultant will guide you through.

The jobs and career opportunities are out there right NOW&hellip;it&rsquo;s just that most people lack awareness of the &ldquo;big wide world of work&rdquo;.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[What is your unique selling point?]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Are you a good carpenter, engineer, salesperson, manager or whatever...
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<content><![CDATA[Are you a good carpenter, engineer, salesperson, manager or whatever...

(This is a deliberately short article because your unique selling point needs to be told quickly and concisely).

When you meet someone in either a work or private situation you will be constantly asked &quot;what do you do?&quot;  Which means you have a &quot;window of opportunity&quot; to tell your story (this applies equally to extroverts and introverts).

Example based on you being a social worker:

I am a social worker assisting young people at risk...my point of difference is that I have developed great listening skills and the ability to quickly gain the trust of my often &quot;fragile&quot; clients.

That&#39;s it...no more! 

This example can be adapted to any occupation and clearly stamps your expertise and value to the employment market.

Learn it and love...


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<description><![CDATA[Going to an interview is scary enough...going to an interview unprepared is simply stupid.
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<content><![CDATA[Going to an interview is scary enough...going to an interview unprepared is simply stupid.

One on one interview training involving &quot;mock interviews&quot;, post-interview tactics and advanced strategies to win interviews in this highly competitive job market.

Learn responses to tough interview questions, how to articulate your value, tips to maintain a proper attitude, and appropriate follow-up strategies to get more offers!

&quot;Personalised interview training anytime and anywhere&quot;!

Detailed preparation for an interview is the key to success and being offered the position.  The era of &ldquo;winging it&rdquo; belongs to the last century as the methods and tactics employers and recruiters use today are both complex and process-driven.

Preparing for an interview via a series of MOCK INTERVIEWS ensures that you perform to your maximum ability and achieve your full career potential at every interview opportunity.

Let our qualified career coaches personally lead you through the complex interview preparation process and into your next job.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[I need a CAREER PLAN]]></title>
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<content><![CDATA[How is your career plan progressing?

If you hesitate to quickly respond to this question your career is probably in big trouble, as your competitors are working on their career plan right NOW!

Do you know where you want to be in 3-5 years time?

What are your goals?

Are you making connections in organisations that you may like to work for in the future?  Do you even know who they are?

What professional development and additional qualifications are you organising and completing this year?

Questions, questions and more questions.

The fact is that career-motivated people are doing all of the above, and more.  It is not a matter of &quot;going with the flow&quot;, it is all about building direct bridges leading to your next promotion or a new job.

There is no choice in this.  We live in a sophisticated and educated society and a workplace where mediocracy is not tolerated.  Change is ever-present and you must morph and grow constantly...be restless, be alert and be open to change.

It is predicted that within 20 years all cars will be driverless, all goods will be delivered by drones and robots will prevail across all sectors and occupations.

Are you preparing for these profound changes via a researched and detailed CAREER PLAN?

Will your experience, education and mindset be of value to the economy and workplace of tomorrow, or will you be redundant, and of little or no value to the employment market in just 20 year&rsquo;s time.

Start your career plan today and avoid being irrelevant and discarded in the not too distant future.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[You deserve a GREAT CAREER]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[The opportunites are out there...its up to you!
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<content><![CDATA[Career Coaching and Outplacement Australia-wide.

Expert career coaching to help you find the right job, faster.

Careers by design...not chance!

We assist people from all backgrounds, industries, organisations, professions, age groups, private or public sectors and locations to find THE RIGHT JOB.  Our innovative approach to career coaching and career development by providing structured case management programs is unique.

Whether you&rsquo;re an executive, graduate, mature-age candidate, newly arrived migrant, manual worker, professional, expatriate, retrenched, unemployed, career changer, frustrated with your current job or simply looking to maximise your career options - we can assist you to find the right job, faster.

Whatever your occupation, wherever you are located contact us NOW!

Our career management consultants will guide you through your career transition or job search, from initial professional assessment, resume writing, interview preparation, salary negotiation to developing your own personalised career plan, retraining and/or upskilling options, plus much more...

For companies, we provide intensive support for all industry sectors through our corporate outplacement services. 

Unlock your true career potential with ACMA&#39;s proven Career Management, Career Development and Outplacement programs.  

&quot;Follow your ideas, because on the other side of the idea is change and growth and redemption.&quot; - Nick Cave


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Change your career...change your life]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Don&#39;t let your job drag you down...there any many options out there!
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<content><![CDATA[Don&#39;t let your job drag you down...there any many options out there!

It is now possible that people will have up to six career changes and many jobs throughout their working life, so it is not uncommon.  What is common is for people to get it wrong and settle for something much less in career advancement and remuneration.

Career change by design...not chance!

Career satisfaction is an important consideration that underpins your self-esteem and mental health, plus your loved ones financial security...so there is a lot at stake.

Steve Jobs said: &iuml;&raquo;&iquest;&ldquo;Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven&rsquo;t found it yet, keep looking. Don&rsquo;t settle. As with all matters of the heart, you&rsquo;ll know when you find it.&rdquo;

The term &quot;career change&quot; is a short and simple two-word phrase that does not adequately reflect the complexity and difficulty involved in effectively changing your career.

Career change is about getting a &quot;good outcome&quot; not simply finding a new job...people often confuse the two. It&rsquo;s about moving into a completely new sector or occupation and certainly involves challenging your personal comfort zone.

Professional assessment and intensive research are required to identify your current transferable skills, or to develop a strategy to gain the necessary skills and additional qualifications (re-training and/or up-skilling).

Identifying companies and sectors that have growth is also critical to a person&#39;s long term career prospects...the workforce is rapidly changing.

As previously stated career change is a complex process to get right and may require a number of steps over a period of time to properly finalise. Specialised career and strategy planning to effectively manage the process is the key to a successful outcome.

It can be a highly rewarding and transforming journey or problematic...it all depends on how you manage your career change and transition process.

Considering making a career change but feel held back by self-doubt and lack of prevailing workplace knowledge?

Using ACMA&#39;s unique online career management system means you can work closely with your career management consultant from anywhere in Australia and/or overseas.

A career change can be life-changing, challenging and easy to get wrong...make sure that you get the best possible outcome by seeking professional advice and support.

Career change is one of the most important initiatives you will undertake throughout your adult life...so you had better get it right.

For specific program details click here.

IT IS NOT SIMPLY A MATTER OF GETTING ANOTHER JOB!

Multiple factors including your personal values and aspirations need to be addressed, and if you get just one factor wrong then disastrous consequences may follow.

A typical career change can have up to fifty separate components that need to be aligned, including your psychometric profile, transferable skills and much much more.

Your current occupation and seniority are irrelevant...as all of the above applies to any level of the workforce or occupation.

Career change services in Australia/NZ have been revolutionised with the development of ACMA&#39;s cloud-based online career management system.

People going through career change no longer have to attend a CBD office and wait a week or more between consultations. ACMA&#39;s online career management system allows them to work 1 on 1 with their dedicated consultant from anywhere and at any time...7 days per week.

The system allows 1 on 1 contact online via computer, tablet and smartphone access, plus a 24/7 telephone 1800 TELEPHONE SUPPORT facility.

Convenience is one advantage, the other is the ability to move FAST in critical circumstances, such a being invited to an interview tomorrow. If this occurs the career management consultant can immediately initiate the interview preparation/training module to prepare the person for the next day&#39;s interview.

This technology allows ACMA to work with any person throughout Australia/NZ no matter how remote (or local) their location might be...using a structured case management process.

Identify your career path, develop your career plan or get that better job and salary that YOU DESERVE from the comfort of your home...from anywhere.

&ldquo;When the wind of change blows, some people build walls, others build windmills&rdquo; - Chinese Proverb


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<description><![CDATA[ACMA has developed the most advanced career management technology platform in the Asia Pacific Region.
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<content><![CDATA[Why is the ACMA program better than other career services providers?

ACMA has developed the most advanced career management technology platform &quot;Career Talk&quot; in the Asia Pacific Region.  This interface enables convenient and immediate close one on one interaction, real-time monitoring and unrivalled personalised support between the client and career consultant 7 days per week (anywhere)&hellip;computer, tablet or smartphone.

The ACMA program is a highly structured and unique case management process built around the following elements:

DETAILED ASSESSMENT

RESEARCH &amp; ANALYSIS

PLANNING

STRATEGY MANAGEMENT

The result is an individually tailored, highly effective and proven program solely focused on each client&rsquo;s personal needs, career objectives and desired outcomes.

&ldquo;Career management and development by design&hellip;not chance&rdquo;

How does ACMA maintain its expertise and workforce knowledge?

We conduct continuous employment market research and intelligence gathering across all states and occupations, including both the private and public sectors. 

Employment and industry trends, structural changes and employment law developments, plus social issues in the workplace are all tracked and quickly related to our client&#39;s needs.

Geo-political changes, plus micro and macroeconomic movements are constantly analysed to identify growth potential and job opportunities or to alert our client&#39;s to contracting business sectors to avoid.

Our career consultants continually attend courses and complete ongoing professional development study to keep abreast of the latest career counselling trends in Australia and overseas.

&quot;This research and knowledge base is our client&#39;s major asset&quot;

Can I meet my career management consultant &quot;face to face&quot;?

If you live near our offices in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide, Canberra, Perth, Cairns or Auckland you are welcome to meet your consultant (by appointment ONLY) after you have completed the Module 1 Assessment Workbook...refer to Terms and Conditions clause 12i.

It is not really necessary to meet your consultant, however, some people may feel more comfortable in doing so.

What are your fees and charges?

Please follow this link https://www.career-manage.com.au/contact_us and complete an INDIVIDUAL or CORPORATE ENQUIRY FORM. We will then email to you a detailed INFORMATION KIT for you to read...take your time reading the Kit as it will give you a good appreciation of the scope of our expertise and the payment options available. Once you have completed this task ring us on 1800 245 380 and we will explain in detail how our program can be tailored to meet your specific personal or organisational requirements.

How can I get more information about your services?

Please follow this link https://www.career-manage.com.au/contact_us and complete an INDIVIDUAL or CORPORATE ENQUIRY FORM. We will then email to you a detailed INFORMATION KIT for you to read...take your time reading the Kit as it will give you a good appreciation of the scope of our expertise, including payment options. Once you have completed this task ring us on 1800 245 380 and we will explain in detail how our program can be tailored to your personal or organisational requirements.

What areas throughout Australia and New Zealand do you service?

We service all Australian states, capital cities, regional areas, remote regions and New Zealand. Our exclusive online career management systems enable us to deliver high-quality career management services to anyone, anywhere and at any time.

Is your service personalised?

It certainly is personalised. Clients are managed in a &quot;1 on 1&quot; relationship with their very own career management consultant who supports them throughout the program.

Clients are never subjected to different consultants when they need assistance, with their consultant being available to them 7 days per week, including after hours and weekends.

ACMA has developed &quot;state of the art&quot; communication systems connecting clients (on multiple levels) directly to their personal career management consultant.

Do you use a &quot;cookie-cutter&quot; method or are the programs designed around each person&#39;s needs?

The first step we initiate with any new client is to have them assessed via our Module 1 Assessment Workbook, which is completed online and at the client&#39;s own pace.

The completed Module 1 Assessments are then reviewed and the program design is finalised around the individual needs and requirements as revealed in the assessment process.

NO TWO CLIENT ASSIGNMENTS ARE THE SAME...

As a migrant can I work with my career management consultant in my &quot;mother tongue&quot;?

Go to the top left-hand corner of this screen and click &quot;Select Language&quot; and you will see listed a broad range of languages in which we can assist newcomers who may be struggling with their English.

Are there any limits on your support?

No...

There are no limitations on the time, length, level of difficulty or number of sessions needed to support clients to achieve their career goals.

We work with clients until they get that new job, promotion or whatever their nominated career objective maybe. All our programs are &quot;outcomes-focused&quot;.

NOTE: We do not work with any person under 18 years of age.

Are your career management consultants qualified?

All our career management consultants are registered Career Development Practitioners with the Career Development Association of Australia and possess Post Graduate qualifications in Career Guidance Management.

As registered career practitioners they must undertake at least 30 hours of professional development annually to keep their expertise current and relevant.

How can I start your program?

Please follow this link https://www.career-manage.com.au/contact_us and complete an INDIVIDUAL or CORPORATE ENQUIRY FORM. We will then email to you a detailed INFORMATION KIT.

Contained in the information kit will be an Appointment Agreement with the listed Payment Options.


	Go to https://www.career-manage.com.au/client_area?op=createAccount and CREATE ACCOUNT as a new participant (Licensed User).
	We will then send you our Appointment Agreement
	A career management consultant will then promptly contact you to get you started on our program.


Your future is in your hands...

Is there any ongoing support for current and former clients?

There are two levels of support:


	Once a program participant has achieved their career goal (new job, promotion or whatever), then 12 months mentoring starts to assist them to settle into their new job and workplace environment.
	It is ACMA&rsquo;s objective to develop long term relationships with both individual and corporate clients.  If a former client wants more career transition management help at a later date, then we welcome the opportunity to again provide professional assistance.


Is ACMA affiliated with any other commercial providers such as recruiters, RTO&rsquo;s, financial advisers or have any other referral/commission-based arrangements?

No&hellip;


	ACMA is an independent career management and outplacement practice only. The company does not accept commissions; enter into any conditional, performance or success fee/KPI based arrangements or assignments; enter into any commercial referral relationships or offset agreements.
	The company is not a recruiter, government job agency, training organisation, search/placement business, life coach or migration agency. Income is solely derived from client fees as specified in our Appointment Agreements.
	The company is the sole proprietor, primary developer, originator and manager of its&rsquo; programs, systems and methods.


Do you give a guarantee?

ACMA guarantees to provide ongoing unlimited assistance until a satisfactory career-related outcome is achieved.  This is irrespective of the time, length, level of difficulty or number of sessions needed to support clients to achieve their career goals. However, ACMA cannot give any guarantee of specific outcomes or success factors.

We have numerous happy clients who will readily attest to our quality and worth.

What payment methods do you provide?

1. Direct debit transfer to our bank account (not applicable for monthly or weekly payment plans).

2. VISA, MasterCard &amp; AMEX.

Are there any terms and conditions?

Yes, there are...please follow this link (which is also included on the Appointment Agreement):

https://www.career-manage.com.au/terms__conditions

We also urge you to read our Privacy Policy:

https://www.career-manage.com.au/privacy_policy

What is ACMA&#39;s mission statement?

&quot;The opportunity to provide high quality targeted vocational assistance and career management advice for people (from any background or location) to achieve excellent career choices and outcomes&quot;.

How long has ACMA been in business for?

The original business started operation in August 1991, and in 2005 the ACMA group was born out of the amalgamation of four businesses into one national entity.  This makes ACMA one of the most experienced career management and outplacement practices in Australia and New Zealand.

What is ACMA&#39;s policy on corporate social responsibility?

ACMA is committed to strictly following ethical principles and values at all times and to always be a company that recognises key values and goes to great lengths to protect them. 

The Company is built on trust, honesty, openness and mutual respect for all stakeholders.  

We are a 7-day operation so if you have any queries ring us now on 1800 245 380 or press the CHAT NOW button (bottom right-hand corner of this screen).


ACMA creates successful career-paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Interview training]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Intensive interview preparation...anytime and anywhere.
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<content><![CDATA[Interview preparation and coaching, including detailed assistance with behavioural interviews, personal presentation and body language. 

One on one interview training involving &quot;mock interviews&quot;, post-interview tactics and advanced strategies to win interviews in this highly competitive job market.

Learn responses to tough interview questions, how to articulate your value, tips to maintain a proper attitude, and appropriate follow-up strategies to get more offers!

&quot;Personalised interview training anytime and anywhere&quot;!

Detailed preparation for an interview is the key to success and being offered the position.  The era of &ldquo;winging it&rdquo; belongs to the last century as the methods and tactics employers and recruiters use today are both complex and process-driven.

This is true for all levels of the workforce ranging from graduates to CEO&rsquo;s, and everything in between.

The 21st-century employment market has grown highly competitive and sophisticated.  Inadequate knowledge and preparation can result in lost opportunities, frustration and rejection.

Do you freeze-up at the prospect of going on a job interview? Do your hands get sweaty; does your stomach get &ldquo;tied in a knot?&rdquo;

It&rsquo;s a fact that better interviews get better job offers! Yet most candidates show up for interviews unprepared! The key to &ldquo;ace&rdquo; the interview is to practice and be fully prepared!

It is vital that you professionally prepare for a range of interview formats such as:


	Face to face
	Traditional
	Behavioural
	Situational
	Stress
	Panel
	Group
	Scenario-Based
	Telephone
	Skype
	Online digital/video
	Case
	Technical Based
	 Values-Based
	STAR Method
	Gamified
	Game-Based Assessment (GBA)
	e-R&amp;S
	Asynchronous Interviews


ACMA has developed an intensive interview preparation program that offers people (throughout Australia/NZ) the opportunity to work 1 on 1 with a qualified career management consultant to ensure that they are professionally ready for their next interview (whatever format used).

We are geared to respond quickly to client needs and will even work with clients overnight or on weekends if necessary.

To help people to present as a &ldquo;top quality candidate&rdquo; we work within the following structure:


	Immediately review all your job application documents, the original advertisement and/or position description
	Set initial preparatory tasks
	Investigate the job and industry sector to get a thorough understanding of the job opportunity
	Develop a set of &ldquo;highly likely&rdquo; questions (and answers) that may be asked
	Assist with detailed written preparation on these questions
	Conduct 1 on 1 &ldquo;Mock Interview&rdquo;
	Coach interview relaxation tips
	Manage anxiety and interview nerves
	Build confidence and knowledge through specific interview training
	All levels of private and public sector interviews covered
	Post-interview review and strategy development
	Assistance with salary negotiation
	Plus much more...


Unlimited interview preparations with no time limitations are automatically included.

&quot;Learn life long interview preparation skills and techniques&quot;

Interview tip: Candidates who are relaxed and able to answer questions such as, &lsquo;How are you?&rsquo; in a calm, enthusiastic way will be perceived as &lsquo;fitting in&rsquo;.

Recent client feedback:

&ldquo;The five questions we did in the mock interview were all asked by the panel&hellip;so well done for your mock questions (design)&rdquo;

&ldquo;I highly recommend ACMA for their interview and networking skills training&rdquo;

&ldquo;I followed the interview preparation notes and can seriously say I have never been so confident during an interview&rdquo;

&quot;I am certainly presenting much better and conveying my abilities much better...thanks to your coaching&quot;

&quot;The questions we practised where what I was asked in the interview...so my preparation helped&quot;&iuml;&raquo;&iquest;

&quot;Thank you very much for the wonderful interview training exercise and very important points, which I am taking on board&quot;

&quot;I was able to answer all the questions coherently and concisely...your mock questions were very helpful&quot;

&quot;I would like to thank you for your advice and support to perform my interview skills&quot;

&quot;Thank you for helping me prepare for an interview. It went really well. The practise questions which you have listed really helped a lot&quot; 

&quot;Thank you! Your advice as well as the mock interviews really helped! I really appreciate that...&quot;

&quot;You have profound knowledge regarding interview skills, potential interview questions and critical mind-sets towards any interview&quot;

&quot;The questions they asked were the same as my mock interview&quot;

Benefits of mock interviews: Mock interviews offer at least five key benefits:


	An opportunity to practice questions with which you struggle.
	An opportunity to practice answering behavioural interview questions.
	An opportunity to boost your overall confidence.
	An opportunity to practice your interview soft skills.
	An opportunity to receive candid feedback to help you improve your skills.


Gain immediate access to Australia&#39;s leading interactive online career management system (including Tablet and Smartphone), plus flexible interactive online coaching/support that suits your location and schedule, with unlimited 24/7 hotline access to Australia&#39;s leading specialist career management consultants (with post-graduate qualifications in career guidance management).

Personalised interview coaching will assist you to perform at your best every time to be the &quot;most outstanding candidate&quot;.

&quot;Displaying enthusiasm and confidence in an interview situation can often help candidates to beat the more qualified competition with stronger technical skills.&quot;

Got an interview tomorrow?  Call us now on 1800 245 380 and we will help prepare you overnight...including a &quot;mock interview&quot;! (7 days a week)


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultationR


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<title><![CDATA[Your direct route to a new career]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Advanced Vocational Assessment
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<content><![CDATA[Advanced Vocational Assessment

It is common for people from any background or age group to have little or no concept of what job or career pathways are suitable for them.

With thousands of positions available across multiple sectors, where do you start?  How can you personally analyse this vast amount of data and decide on your perfect career match (you probably have more chance of winning Tattslotto).

ACMA offers the solution, with its Advanced Vocational Assessment program suitable for anyone aged 18 to 65.

From the comfort of your home or workplace, and under the care of your own personal career management consultant, you will be directly guided through a &ldquo;blended learning process&rdquo; consisting of online assessments and personalised advice and interpretation.

Good career choices are based on a combination of factors and relevant employment data.  No use moving into a job in a declining sector.

Detailed analysis and collaboration with your consultant will clarify many issues and open the door to career opportunities and occupational awareness.

Ongoing discussions and examination of career options, plus two written reports are all part of the journey of discovery that your career consultant will guide you through.

The jobs and career opportunities are out there right NOW&hellip;it&rsquo;s just that most people lack awareness of the &ldquo;big wide world of work&rdquo;.

What are the big five personality traits?

The easiest way to remember them is to use the acronym &quot;OCEAN&quot;, says Nick Haslam, Professor of psychology at the University of Melbourne.


	Openness is the tendency to be open to new ideas, imaginative, curious and creative, Professor Haslam says. People who score high in openness are often interested in creative pursuits.
	Conscientiousness is about having attention to detail and a good work ethic, says Eliroma Gardiner, a personality researcher at Griffith University. People who score highly in conscientiousness tend to want to get things done on time, the proper way, and tend to follow rules. If you prefer to disregard rules and do things your own way, you&#39;d likely score lower here.
	Extraversion is the trait most associated with those who like to be the life of the party, those people who really enjoy socialising and spending time with others, Dr Gardiner says. If you&#39;d prefer to snuggle up with a good book by yourself rather than head to the pub, you&#39;re likely to score lower on extraversion.
	Agreeableness, like extraversion, is about interpersonal style. People who score highly on agreeableness tend to be warm, trusting, kind and cooperative, Professor Haslam says. They tend to adjust to others, rather than forcing their own ways on them.
	Neuroticism is simply about how likely you are to feel negative emotions, like anxiety, sadness, anger, envy and jealousness. People who score highly on neuroticism tend to experience a lot of these negative emotions, while people who score lower tend to be more emotionally stable and calm.


Get a better job faster! with ACMA programs providing:


	A structured program and proven career coaching system involving a completely different approach to job search and career development based on research and analysis 
	Help to get you totally clear on your career objective/pathway
	Thorough preparation for the career transition or job search
	Guidance (24/7) through proven job search methodologies/strategies including the latest Emotional Intelligence (EI), Rapid Pathway Molding (RPM), Narrative Therapy (NT), Cognitive Information Processing (CIP) &amp; Prior Learning Assessment Recognition (PLAR) techniques
	Profile differentiating your unique qualities and skills from others; with a complete portfolio of &quot;self-marketing&quot; techniques, tools and methods
	Evidence-based assistance to land you the RIGHT job sooner, with maximum remuneration
	Development of a long-term plan for ongoing career management including retraining and/or upskilling options
	Personalised support through the challenging or discouraging moments, including salary negotiation
	Coaching (24/7) through all stages such as networking, interviewing, negotiating, psychometric testing, finding hidden jobs and more...
	Highly effective tools and resources needed for career transition success (now and into the future), plus developing your all-important online digital and social media profiles
	Learn how to recession-proof your career for the long term
	Be personally case managed by Australia&#39;s leading career management consultants



WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Job ads no longer an indicator of vacancies]]></title>
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<content><![CDATA[The ACMA program has always been primarily focused on target marketing companies/employers directly...it is called the HIDDEN JOB MARKET.

On average 70% of jobs are not advertised so it makes no sense to pursue a &quot;very crowded&quot; 30% of jobs that are actually advertised online or in various other media.

Follow this link to an article in the Australian Financial Review (AFR) that reports on this situation based on research and actual statistics that validate the existence of the HIDDEN JOB MARKET.

https://www.afr.com/work-and-careers/workplace/job-ads-no-longer-an-indicator-of-job-vacancies-20190730-p52c3h

Let ACMA assist you to actively research and target market employers that would be highly likely to need your skillset.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Being interviewed by a robot...what could possibly go wrong?]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Robots are NOW an integral part of the interview process...you had better be properly prepared to navigate these &quot;beasts&quot; in order to get your next job.
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<content><![CDATA[Robots are NOW an integral part of the interview process...you had better be properly prepared to navigate these &quot;beasts&quot; in order to get your next job.

Interview preparation and coaching, including detailed assistance with behavioural interviews, personal presentation, body language and robots. 

One on one interview training involving &quot;mock interviews&quot;, post-interview tactics and advanced strategies to win interviews in this highly competitive job market.

Learn responses to tough interview questions, how to articulate your value, tips to maintain a proper attitude, and appropriate follow-up strategies to get more offers!

&quot;Personalised interview training anytime and anywhere&quot;!

Detailed preparation for an interview is the key to success and being offered the position.  The era of &ldquo;winging it&rdquo; belongs to the last century as the methods and tactics employers and recruiters use today are both complex and process-driven.

This is true for all levels of the workforce ranging from graduates to CEO&rsquo;s, and everything in between.

The 21st-century employment market has grown highly competitive and sophisticated.  Inadequate knowledge and preparation can result in lost opportunities, frustration and rejection.

Do you freeze up at the prospect of going on a job interview? Do your hands get sweaty; does your stomach get &ldquo;tied in a knot?&rdquo;

It&rsquo;s a fact that better interviews get better job offers! Yet most candidates show up for interviews unprepared! The key to &ldquo;ace&rdquo; the interview is to practice and be fully prepared!

Job interviews with a robot...what could possibly go wrong?

It is vital that you professionally prepare for a range of interview formats such as:


	Face to face
	Traditional
	Behavioural
	Situational
	Stress
	Panel
	Group
	Scenario-Based
	Robot interviews
	Telephone
	Skype
	Online digital/video
	Case
	Technical Based
	 Values-Based
	STAR Method
	Gamified
	Game-Based Assessment (GBA)
	e-R&amp;S
	Asynchronous Interviews


ACMA has developed an intensive interview preparation program that offers people (throughout Australia/NZ) the opportunity to work 1 on 1 with a qualified career management consultant to ensure that they are professionally ready for their next interview (whatever format used).

We are geared to respond quickly to client needs and will even work with clients overnight or on weekends if necessary.

To help people to present as a &ldquo;top quality candidate&rdquo; we work within the following structure:


	Immediately review all your job application documents, the original advertisement and/or position description
	Set initial preparatory tasks
	Investigate the job and industry sector to get a thorough understanding of the job opportunity
	Develop a set of &ldquo;highly likely&rdquo; questions (and answers) that may be asked
	Assist with detailed written preparation on these questions
	Conduct 1 on 1 &ldquo;Mock Interview&rdquo;
	Coach interview relaxation tips
	Manage anxiety and interview nerves
	Build confidence and knowledge through specific interview training
	All levels of private and public sector interviews covered
	Post-interview review and strategy development
	Assistance with salary negotiation
	Plus much more...


Unlimited interview preparations with no time limitations are automatically included.

&quot;Learn life long interview preparation skills and techniques&quot;

Interview tip: Candidates who are relaxed and able to answer questions such as, &lsquo;How are you?&rsquo; in a calm, enthusiastic way will be perceived as &lsquo;fitting in&rsquo;.

Recent client feedback:

&ldquo;The five questions we did in the mock interview were all asked by the panel&hellip;so well done for your mock questions (design)&rdquo;

&ldquo;I highly recommend ACMA for their interview and networking skills training&rdquo;

&ldquo;I followed the interview preparation notes and can seriously say I have never been so confident during an interview&rdquo;

&quot;I am certainly presenting much better and conveying my abilities much better...thanks to your coaching&quot;

&quot;The questions we practised were what I was asked in the interview...so my preparation helped&quot;&iuml;&raquo;&iquest;

&quot;Thank you very much for the wonderful interview training exercise and very important points, which I am taking on board&quot;

&quot;I was able to answer all the questions coherently and concisely...your mock questions were very helpful&quot;

&quot;I would like to thank you for your advice and support to perform my interview skills&quot;

&quot;Thank you for helping me prepare for an interview. It went really well. The practise questions which you have listed really helped a lot&quot; 

&quot;Thank you! Your advice as well as the mock interviews really helped! I really appreciate that...&quot;

&quot;You have profound knowledge regarding interview skills, potential interview questions and critical mind-sets towards any interview&quot;

&quot;The questions they asked were the same as my mock interview&quot;

Benefits of mock interviews: Mock interviews offer at least five key benefits:


	An opportunity to practice questions with which you struggle.
	An opportunity to practice answering behavioural interview questions.
	An opportunity to boost your overall confidence.
	An opportunity to practice your interview soft skills.
	An opportunity to receive candid feedback to help you improve your skills.


Gain immediate access to Australia&#39;s leading interactive online career management system (including Tablet and Smartphone), plus flexible interactive online coaching/support that suits your location and schedule, with unlimited 24/7 hotline access to Australia&#39;s leading specialist career management consultants (with post-graduate qualifications in career guidance management).

Personalised interview coaching will assist you to perform at your best every time to be the &quot;most outstanding candidate&quot;.

&quot;Displaying enthusiasm and confidence in an interview situation can often help candidates to beat the more qualified competition with stronger technical skills.&quot;

Got an interview tomorrow?  Call us now on 1800 245 380 and we will help prepare you overnight...including a &quot;mock interview&quot;! (7 days a week)


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Hot tips for your career]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Get the career and ideal job that you deserve.
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<content><![CDATA[Get the career and ideal job that you deserve.

Read this free eBook on 23 hot tips for your career.

Follow this link to our new eBook titled HOT TIPS FOR YOUR CAREER.

Please feel free to distribute the file to friends and colleagues as the eBook contains much valuable information.

Click: http://bit.ly/2Vwlup1


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Recession proof your career NOW!]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Recessions happen and Australia is way overdue for a major economic adjustment&hellip;can your career survive.
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<content><![CDATA[Recessions happen and Australia is way overdue for a major economic adjustment&hellip;can your career survive.

When times get tough companies to downsize quickly and ruthlessly, and if you are not prepared in advance then you may well be a victim in the next recession.

The ACMA group was born out of the last recession and assisted many people from all levels to bounce back and move on with their careers.

Ask yourself these questions:


	
	Am I fully prepared if a recession hits the Australian economy next week?
	
	
	Do I have the necessary market intelligence and tools to help myself in a crisis?
	
	
	Are my qualifications up to date and is my ongoing professional development relevant?
	
	
	Am I in touch with a wide range of industry connections and networks to leverage off to obtain my next job?
	
	
	Do I have a specific plan and detailed strategy ready to enact if things go bad?
	
	
	Do I have a thorough knowledge of current job search practices and recruitment protocols (many changes have occured in the last 15 years)?
	


If you answered NO to any of the above questions, then you are at serious risk of both significant career and financial loss&hellip;there is no hiding when a recession occurs.

FUTURE PROOF your career with ACMA&rsquo;s career management program providing intensive support, resources, professional advice and much more to guide you through the maze.

Having ACMA on your side is the best &ldquo;career insurance&rdquo; that you can buy.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation



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<title><![CDATA[BURN OUT the Workplace Epidemic]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[What is burnout and how can you address this modern scourge.
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<content><![CDATA[What is burnout and how can you address this modern scourge.

If your career is out of control and overtaking all aspects of your work and private life this simply cannot continue.

People often respond by removing themselves from the workplace by leaving their job and then continue with this destructive practice in their new job...nothing gained or resolved.

In essence, two actions are required to break this vicious cycle:

1. Review your approach

Closely examine your thought patterns and identify why you have this overriding need to submerge yourself totally in your job.  Is it based on a perfectionist attitude or perhaps a lack of a healthy social life and/or close personal relationships?

If it is due to an uncaring employer pushing employee&#39;s over the edge you need to take immediate action to bring this to the attention of HR or other authorities.

2. Manage your workload

This can be a contentious area as it is really your responsibility to raise this issue with your employer...they may not be aware of your situation.  All employers are legally required to provide a safe workplace environment for all their employee&#39;s.

The other immediate option is to learn how to say the word &quot;NO&quot; too long working hours and being overloaded.

These are all complex issues that can negatively impact people&#39;s health and in particular family relationships.  

Burnout is very sneaky and can quietly creep up until a person realises that something is out of balance and that they cannot continue in this manner.

The major takeaway is that there is really only one person who can change the situation and that person is YOU.

Take positive action and change your life today!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[The theory of FLOW in careers]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Throughout my time as a career counsellor, it has been my privilege to assist many people to move from a state of chaos to calm and objective job seekers and finally into satisfying career paths.
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<content><![CDATA[Throughout my time as a career counsellor, it has been my privilege to assist many people to move from a state of career confusion or chaos to calm and objective job seekers and finally into satisfying career paths.

Whilst everyone is different the key objective of a career coach is to focus a client on what they can realistically achieve in the workforce.  There are common denominators that can be tracked and applied to most people to gently guide them into a more structured approach to their career aspirations.

It is similar to a large storm that has wreaked havoc on a neighbourhood, with the first action being to CLEAN UP the mess, and only then can you start to rebuild.

The objective is to help clients through the mess and then to provide a solid structure for their immediate and long-term career development.

Providing a support base and clear direction enables clients to recover their confidence and sense of self-worth (built on the above-mentioned structure).

This is where it gets interesting as I have repeatedly observed in most people that given the right support and again structure, they begin to FLOW.

By flow, I mean that without undue stress and overthinking their situation they effortlessly start making decisions and initiating actions for themselves.

At this point as a career professional, I step back and let them take the responsibility for their career decisions and achievements (whilst constantly monitoring their actions and providing technical advice).

Once a person reaches this state of FLOW good things start to occur and they simply FLOW.

The theory is this: 

&ldquo;If given the right support and structure people will effectively manage their lives and reach their personal potential&quot;.

As a career counsellor observing a client in a state of FLOW is extremely rewarding for both the career coach and client.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Does your employer embrace change?]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[If your employer is not keeping up with change, then the chances are that their staff are being left behind as well.
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<content><![CDATA[If your employer is not keeping up with change, then the chances are that their staff are being left behind as well.

An employer that is slow to react and embrace change can retard their own employee&#39;s career growth leading to serious long term career damage.

Make a critical analysis of your employer&#39;s market position, competitors and industry profile, plus internal systems and make an objective judgement.  

If the employer is not managing change this will mean that the personnel are not exposed to the latest trends and associated training.

Bad luck when you want to search for a new job and find that you lack the knowledge and skills that are demanded by more progressive businesses.

Your knowledge, expertise and skill set are totally dependent on YOU...NOT YOUR EMPLOYER.

If you identify any deficiency in your employer&#39;s approach (or your qualifications/expertise) then take immediate action as a &quot;tidal wave&#39; of change is about to descend on the workforce as we know it.

A detailed career plan is your saviour!

Do you know where you want to be in 3-5 year&#39;s time?

What are your goals?

Are you making connections in organisations that you may like to work for in the future?  Do you even know who they are?

What professional development and additional qualifications are you organising and completing this year?

Questions, questions and more questions.

The fact is that career-motivated people are doing all of the above, and more.  It is not a matter of &quot;going with the flow&quot;, it is all about building direct bridges leading to your next promotion or a new job.

There is no choice in this.  We live in a sophisticated and educated society and a workplace where mediocracy is not tolerated.  Change is ever-present, and you must morph and grow constantly...be restless, be alert and be open to change.

It is predicted that within perhaps 10 years all cars will be driverless, all goods will be delivered by drones and robots will prevail across all sectors and occupations.

Are you preparing for these profound changes via a researched and detailed CAREER PLAN?

Will your experience, education and mindset be of value to the economy and workplace of tomorrow, or will you be redundant, and of little or no value to the employment market in just 10 year&rsquo;s time.

Start your career plan today and avoid being irrelevant and discarded in the not too distant future.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Anatomy of a job search in the AI era]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[A successful job search is based on utilising the right strategies and applying them in a consistent, systematic, and proven manner. AI can be a friend or foe, depending on how it is used very carefully.
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<content><![CDATA[A successful job search is based on utilising the right strategies and applying them in a consistent, systematic and proven manner.

AI can be a friend or foe, depending on how it is used very carefully.

Don&#39;t use AI systems for online job application documents

Each person&rsquo;s unique situation, potential, personality, talents, education and personal career aspirations must be factored into the process.

No two job searches are the same&hellip;

There are six critical stages to any job search:

Assess

Analyse

Research

Strategy

Target

Action

No stage can be avoided or skipped...it is similar to building a brick wall, with the ASSESSMENT stage being the foundations.

Most people struggle with a job search because they do not have the knowledge or skills to manage each of the above stages in a professional and disciplined approach.  Think of a job search as a project that has to be PROJECT MANAGED from beginning to end.

In reality, a job search is an extremely complex task to get right.  A person&#39;s livelihood, family and assets can be at risk if a new job takes too long to &quot;track down&quot;.

The emotional toll on a person conducting a job search can be crushing, so the quicker a &quot;good result&quot; is achieved the better.  

A prolonged job search should be avoided at all costs.

Therein lies the problem, taking any job offer or a pay cut often crucifies the career and ambitions simply because a person does not have the skills necessary to conduct an effective job search. Being highly skilled at your usual day job does not translate into being highly skilled in managing a job search (THEY ARE TWO ENTIRELY DIFFERENT SKILL SETS).

A good job search outcome is finding THE RIGHT JOB WITH THE RIGHT COMPANY...anything less is not acceptable.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

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<description><![CDATA[The third decade of the 21st Century is all about rapid change and adaption.  The 4th industrial revolution is upon us and if you lack the appropriate skills you chance missing out on the huge benefits flowing to active participants.  A passive participation in with workplace will no longer be tolerated.
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<content><![CDATA[The third decade of the 21st Century is all about rapid change and adaption.  The 4th industrial revolution is upon us and if you lack the appropriate skills you chance missing out on the huge benefits flowing to active participants.  A passive participation in with workplace will no longer be a choice.

A summary of these required skills:


	Ability and willingness to learn new skills
	Critical thinking and problem solving
	Leadership skills
	Collaboration and teamwork 
	Interpersonal communication 
	Analytical thinking
	Creativity
	Emotional intelligence (EQ)
	Personal &amp; workplace growth 
	Judgment and decision making
	Diversity and cultural intelligence
	Technology skills 
	Adaptability to change


Critical questions to ask yourself:

Where is your career plan?

Will your qualifications still be relevant?

Can you cope with electric cars, flying cars, drone deliveries, driverless cars, cashless society and much more?

If you don&rsquo;t &ldquo;tick&rsquo; all of the above skills or you feel unprepared, then you need to take immediate action or face a bleak future.

Your ACMA career consultant can assist you to become highly valuable for tomorrow&rsquo;s workforce and ready to capitalise on the immense opportunities being created in this exciting decade.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Build the career you deserve]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Careers are like plants, they need food and sunshine to grow and prosper.
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<content><![CDATA[Careers are like plants; they need food and sunshine to grow and prosper.

Let ACMA provide you with a complete career development process and a comprehensive set of in-depth resources that you cannot obtain anywhere else. We will shorten the career development journey with SUPPORT and RESOURCES that only our clients can access.

Don&#39;t let AI ruin your future...take action now!

&bull; Directly managed and supervised by your own professional career management consultant (1 on 1 support)

&bull; Comprehensive strategic career review

&bull; Clearly developed action plan with defined pathways

&bull; A completely different holistic approach

&bull; Clearly demonstrate to employers and recruiters your unique value, offering and potential to the market.

&bull; Superior guidance and technical advice

&bull; Interview training and salary negotiation

&bull; Long-term career safety net

Develop a 3-5-10-year detailed career plan...plus much more!

An effective professional career development plan stems from a well-designed, well planned, well organised, and well-executed process. Much like any business process, there are many pieces to the puzzle. It all begins with having the right resources in place and the right advice on how to use them effectively.

We will lead you through a highly organised process that is custom-designed and tailored to meet your specific career needs and objectives.

Build a better you today!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[What is your career pathway?]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Careers are like going away on a holiday trip.  You have to plan and book before you leave or it simply will not happen.
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<content><![CDATA[Careers are like going away on a holiday trip. You have to plan and book before you leave or it simply will not happen.

Holidays are fun, but your career is vital to fund your home, family, lifestyle and of course your holidays.

The foundation for developing a realistic career pathway is detailed research and analysis from an individual level, plus local and international labour market conditions and micro and macroeconomic factors.  Jobs and careers can only be built on growth sectors of the economy, otherwise, it is a journey to nowhere.

Self-assessment is a common illusion, similar to self-diagnosing an illness that can only be properly conducted by a qualified medical practitioner.  Nevertheless, an objective assessment of a persons&rsquo; actual value to the employment market is an essential starting point.

Providing the correct information has been obtained, a qualified career consultant can then construct and present career pathway options for clients to consider.

&ldquo;Buy-in&rdquo; must be achieved to enable the career practitioner to then design a realistic career pathway.

Most career pathways will have a number of steps along the way to achieve a specific career goal. 

Commitment, flexibility and continual learning are the fuel to ultimate career success.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Mock Interview Practice]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Mock interview practice, including detailed assistance with behavioural interviews, personal presentation, body language and robots. 
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<content><![CDATA[Mock interview practice, including detailed assistance with behavioural interviews, personal presentation, body language and robots. 

One on one &quot;mock interview practice&quot;, post-interview tactics and advanced strategies to win interviews in this highly competitive job market.

Learn responses to tough interview questions, how to articulate your value, tips to maintain a proper attitude, and appropriate follow-up strategies to get more offers!

&quot;Personalised mock interview practice anytime and anywhere&quot;!

Detailed preparation for an interview is the key to success and being offered the position.  The era of &ldquo;winging it&rdquo; belongs to the last century as the methods and tactics employers and recruiters use today are both complex and process-driven.

This is true for all levels of the workforce ranging from graduates to CEO&rsquo;s, and everything in between.

The 21st-century employment market has grown highly competitive and sophisticated.  Inadequate knowledge and preparation can result in lost opportunities, frustration and rejection.

Do you freeze up at the prospect of going on a job interview? Do your hands get sweaty; does your stomach get &ldquo;tied in a knot?&rdquo;

It&rsquo;s a fact that better interviews get better job offers! Yet most candidates show up for interviews unprepared! The key to &ldquo;ace&rdquo; the interview is to practice and be fully prepared!

Job interviews with a robot...what could possibly go wrong?

It is vital that you professionally prepare for a range of interview formats such as:


	Face to face
	Traditional
	Behavioural
	Situational
	Stress
	Panel
	Assessment Centres
	Group
	Scenario-Based
	Robot interviews
	Public Service (all levels)
	Telephone
	Skype
	Online digital/video
	Case
	Technical Based
	 Values-Based
	STAR Method
	Gamified
	Game-Based Assessment (GBA)
	e-R&amp;S
	30/60/90 Day Plans
	Asynchronous Interviews


ACMA has developed an intensive mock interview preparation program that offers people (throughout Australia/NZ) the opportunity to work 1 on 1 with a qualified career management consultant to ensure that they are professionally ready for their next interview (whatever format used).

We are geared to respond quickly to client needs and will even work with clients overnight or on weekends if necessary.

To help people to present as a &ldquo;top quality candidate&rdquo; we work within the following structure:


	Immediately review all your job application documents, the original advertisement and/or position description
	Set initial preparatory tasks
	Investigate the job and industry sector to get a thorough understanding of the job opportunity
	Develop a set of &ldquo;highly likely&rdquo; questions (and answers) that may be asked
	Assist with detailed written preparation on these questions
	Conduct 1 on 1 &ldquo;Mock Interview Practice&quot; sessions
	Coach interview relaxation tips
	Manage anxiety and interview nerves
	Voice control and personal presentation training
	Build confidence and knowledge through specific interview training
	Develop skills to present your career stories in a clear and compelling manner (to immediately impress any interviewer)
	All levels of private and public sector interviews covered
	Post-interview review and strategy development
	Assistance with salary negotiation
	Plus much more...


Unlimited mock interview practice sessions with no time limitations are automatically included.

&quot;Learn life long interview preparation skills and techniques, plus the many tricks that recruiters don&#39;t want you to know&quot;.

Interview tip: Candidates who are relaxed and able to answer questions such as, &lsquo;How are you?&rsquo; in a calm, enthusiastic way will be perceived as &lsquo;fitting in&rsquo;.

Recent client feedback:

&ldquo;The five questions we did in the mock interview practice were all asked by the panel&hellip;so well done for your mock questions (design)&rdquo;

&ldquo;I highly recommend ACMA for their interview and networking skills training&rdquo;

&ldquo;I followed the interview preparation notes and can seriously say I have never been so confident during an interview&rdquo;

&quot;I am certainly presenting much better and conveying my abilities much better...thanks to your coaching&quot;

&quot;The questions we practised where what I was asked in the interview...so my preparation helped&quot;&iuml;&raquo;&iquest;

&quot;Thank you very much for the wonderful interview training exercise and very important points, which I am taking on board&quot;

&quot;I was able to answer all the questions coherently and concisely...your mock questions were very helpful&quot;

&quot;I would like to thank you for your advice and support to perform my interview skills&quot;

&quot;Thank you for helping me prepare for an interview. It went really well. The mock interview practice questions which you have listed really helped a lot&quot; 

&quot;Thank you! Your advice, as well as the mock interview practice, really helped! I really appreciate that...&quot;

&quot;You have profound knowledge regarding interview skills, potential interview questions and critical mind-sets towards any interview&quot;

&quot;The questions they asked were the same as my mock interview practice&quot;

&quot;I now feel like I can hold my own in an interview. I even answered the question about my weaknesses with a positive spin&quot;

Mock interview practice offers at least five key benefits:


	An opportunity to practice questions with which you struggle.
	An opportunity to practice answering behavioural interview questions.
	An opportunity to boost your overall confidence.
	An opportunity to practice your interview soft skills.
	An opportunity to receive candid feedback to help you improve your skills.


Gain immediate access to Australia&#39;s leading interactive online career management system (including Tablet and Smartphone), plus flexible interactive online coaching/support that suits your location and schedule, with unlimited 24/7 hotline access to Australia&#39;s leading specialist career management consultants (with post-graduate qualifications in career guidance management).

Personalised mock interview practice will assist you to perform at your best every time to be the &quot;most outstanding candidate&quot;.

&quot;Displaying enthusiasm and confidence in an interview situation can often help candidates to beat the more qualified competition with stronger technical skills.&quot;

Got an interview tomorrow?  Call us now on 1800 245 380 and we will help prepare you overnight, including &quot;mock interview practice&quot;! (7 days a week).


ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation



 
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<title><![CDATA[Accelerate your Executive Career]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Executive career&#39;s simply don&#39;t happen...they are driven!
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<content><![CDATA[The strategy is everything!

ACMA executive career coaches objectively assess their clients&rsquo; education, training, and experience and identify the best options for their career development or transition. This can be a fascinating process, as it involves rediscovering skills and strengths in a new light, finding possibilities that are often surprising. The ACMA executive career coach will pinpoint effective ways to develop your career or enter new fields, clarifying and refining any further training needed to market the client directly to prospective employers.

Assess the client. The executive career coach will help determine the industries and positions that suit the client at that point in their career. Brainstorm work ideas. This is the fun part&ndash;career coaches shake their clients up, awakening them to new ideas and encouraging them to think creatively about their work possibilities.

Determine the desired path. The coach and client work together to decide on particular career pathways and strategise how to reach these new goals.

Develop qualifications. Often, the client will be coached on where and how to develop the training and skills needed to achieve their career goals. The consultant will help create an educational plan to achieve these qualifications.

Value proposition:  Clearly demonstrate to employers and recruiters your unique value, offering and potential to the market.

Career mapping:  &quot;Where do I see myself in five years?&rdquo; In an age of entrepreneurship, you may be drawn to the idea of launching your own business. Or maybe you aspire to an executive position in an existing, successful company. But how do you get there? It is not a straight pathway.

Develop professional connections and experience. The client will need to make targeted connections in appropriate sectors. The career coach will know where to start the often-confusing task of seeking positions that may be &ldquo;hidden&rdquo; or unknown to the client.

Support the transition through to final placement. It can be tricky&ndash;not to mention scary&ndash;to change a work routine without disrupting one&rsquo;s life, which is why so many people stay in one position for so long. Executive career coaches make their clients comfortable with the transition period by developing action plans and conducting regular reviews to keep the job search on track and to maximise your opportunities.

Profile of our typical client.


	Seeks to continue their professional and personal growth through an aggressive approach to executive career development
	 
	Is preparing for critical career decisions to propel their career over the next 10 to 15 years
	 
	Realises that they are under-resourced to drive their executive career to the next level
	 
	A person whose style and approach is currently not producing desired results
	 
	A person who demands access to leading-edge career management technologies (certainly not yesterday&#39;s antiquated &quot;sit down and smile at each other&quot; methods)  


Partner with us TODAY to commence a managed journey of discovery to achieve the ultimate executive career success.

Click this link for written success stories


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful executive career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Accelerate your Professional Career]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Professional career&#39;s simply don&#39;t happen...they are driven!
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<content><![CDATA[ACMA provides a full case management process that works with professionals until they are placed into their next position or promotion...with no limitations on length or intensity of support required.

With our advanced technology, job search strategies and national job market intelligence we assist tertiary qualified professionals throughout Australia/NZ to change or develop their careers...it is a complex task to get right. It&rsquo;s never too late to re-connect with your career passion &ndash; as long as you have the right resources and professional support!

Let ACMA provide you with a complete career development process and a comprehensive set of in-depth resources that you cannot obtain anywhere else. We will assist to shorten any job search with SUPPORT and RESOURCES that only our clients can access.

&bull; Directly managed and supervised by your own professional career management consultant (1 on 1 support)

&bull; Comprehensive strategic career review

&bull; Clearly developed action plan with defined pathways

&bull; A completely different holistic approach

&bull; Clearly demonstrate to employers and recruiters your unique value, offering and potential to the market

&bull; Superior guidance and technical advice

&bull; Interview training and salary negotiation

&bull; Long-term career safety net

Career mapping:  &quot;Where do I see myself in five years?&rdquo; In an age of entrepreneurship, you may be drawn to the idea of launching your own business. Maybe you aspire for a complete career change or an internal promotion within your existing company. But how do you get there? It is not a straight pathway.

An effective professional career development plan stems from a well-designed, well planned, well organised, and well-executed process. Much like any business process, there are many pieces to the puzzle. It all begins with having the right resources in place and the right advice on how to use them effectively.

We will lead you through a highly organised process that is custom-designed and tailored to meet your specific career needs and objectives.

Get a better job or promotion faster with ACMA&#39;s Professionals career development program providing:


	A structured program and proven career coaching system involving a completely different approach to job search and career development based on research and analysis 
	Help to get you totally clear on your career objective/pathway
	Thorough preparation for the career transition or job search
	Guidance (24/7) through proven job search methodologies/strategies including the latest Emotional Intelligence (EI), Rapid Pathway Molding (RPM), Narrative Therapy (NT), Cognitive Information Processing (CIP) &amp; Prior Learning Assessment Recognition (PLAR) techniques
	Profile differentiating your unique qualities and skills from others; with a complete portfolio of &quot;self-marketing&quot; techniques, tools and methods
	Evidence-based assistance to land you the RIGHT job sooner, with maximum remuneration
	Development of a long-term plan for ongoing career management including retraining and/or upskilling options
	Personalised support through the challenging or discouraging moments, including salary negotiation
	Coaching (24/7) through all stages such as networking, interviewing, negotiating, psychometric testing, finding hidden jobs and more...
	Highly effective tools and resources needed for professional career development success (now and into the future), plus developing your all important online digital and social media profiles
	Learn how to recession-proof your career for the long term
	Clearly demonstrate to employers and recruiters your unique value proposition, offering and potential to the market
	Be personally case managed by Australia&#39;s leading career management consultants


Whether you are currently in a senior position or simply a rising star, partner with us TODAY to maximise your career potential and value.

&quot;Be forever restless with your career...critical opportunities tend to come and go quickly!&quot;

Click this link for written success stories


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[ WARNING&acirc;&#128;&brvbar;use your lay off time wisely and energetically as COVID-19 won&acirc;&#128;&#153;t last forever]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[These are tough times for anyone who has been laid off or retrenched.
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<content><![CDATA[These are tough times for anyone who has been laid off or retrenched.

Having now experienced four recessions let me share some insights with you from my life journey as an employee, employer and career counsellor.


	It does not last forever&hellip;economic contraction is always followed by economic expansion
	It will be confronting, and everyone will be hurt to some extent
	Accept that there will be big changes to the way we live and work in the future
	Be prepared to change and adapt to this new world of work (don&rsquo;t fight it)


So how can you help yourself to survive the turmoil?

Whilst we must all look after our immediate family and friends, you cannot change the world.  Your world has suddenly grown very small and pressurised, so love and support those around you, including yourself.

Make the most of the opportunity presented by being isolated at home and having plenty of spare time.  Plan for your career and lay a solid foundation for returning to the workforce.


	Have your resume redesigned and compliant with current recruitment protocols
	Ensure that your LinkedIn profile is optimised and COMPLETE
	Join relevant LinkedIn groups and expand your connections
	Write articles and engage with connections to raise your public profile to be seen as an active person in your chosen career
	Social media is now everything in building your personal brand and engaging with the wider world&hellip;ignore it at your own peril
	Join professional or industry organisations and start networking
	Develop a detailed and realistic career plan NOW
	Complete online courses to enhance and broaden your skillset
	Seek professional assistance earlier rather than later


Most of all, don&rsquo;t waste this time.  Use it effectively to manage your return to the workforce.

Remember that most of the candidates that you will eventually be competing against are currently actively doing all of the above, plus much more.

The old adage that &ldquo;the early bird gets the worm&rdquo; is just as relevant in these troubled times.

Don&rsquo;t get overwhelmed and use excuses that you are unable or haven&rsquo;t got the knowledge to complete these tasks as the internet now provides numerous resources, help and opportunities.

Your future depends on what you do today!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Surviving the post COVID-19 world of work]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[The immediate effects of the COVID-19 lockdown and other restrictions are obvious to both the business community and the general population.
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<content><![CDATA[The immediate effects of the COVID-19 lockdown and other restrictions are obvious to both the business community and the general population...don&#39;t become complacent because of the current jobs boom as professional careers are for the long term.

Many people initially lost their jobs, especially SME business&rsquo;s struggling to survive.  &ldquo;Hibernation&rdquo; is a nice word that assisted many participants in the world of commerce to survive.

Unfortunately, we cannot insulate Australia from being affected by geopolitical and macroeconomic events overseas and internally such as wars, inflation, commodity shortages, population dislocation, plus other unforeseen events.

Stay positive

This is easier said than done, but there is no alternative.  History shows us that the &quot;good times and recessions&quot; COME and GO.

Take care of yourself, your family and support your friends.

Get plenty of exercise, eat well and maintain regular sleeping patterns.  

Most of all limit your exposure to the news and current affairs programs unless of course some good news is being announced.

Job hunting

At the time of writing this article, it is widely reported that online job sites have experienced an abundance of vacancies being listed on these types of websites (recruiters will be in a similar situation).

Be very aware not to take the first job simply because so many are available.

Remember that the culture and longevity of any organisation are often more important than the remuneration package...BUYER&#39;S REGRET CAN BE VERY COSTLY to your long term career goals.

Carefully identify your transferable skills and the companies that would want them (this is more important than your resume).

If you are struggling engage professional assistance sooner rather than later.

Upgrade your skills

Don&rsquo;t get distracted by home life and other private issues.  Your career matters and needs your attention now more than ever.

Identify gaps in your qualifications/tickets and complete online courses that give a certificate after completion. Ensure that they are relevant to your industry sector and enhance your value as a candidate.

Remember that you are always competing against many other very well qualified and presented candidates.

Adjust to the new online world for working remotely and conducting meetings

The post COVID-19 world of work will be very different from your previous experience.

Online work will dominate many sectors and working from home is becoming the norm and should not be viewed as a perk.

Meetings, client interactions and the management of processes and data will all be conducted online so get used to working autonomously, plus real-time monitoring of your work activities by your employer.

Social media will continue to infiltrate our lives so a professional presentation on multiple platforms will be vital for any career-focused professional.

Data is the gold of the 21st century so learn data analysis and research skills to keep ahead of the pack.

How to advance your career

Much has been set out in the above sections.

Virtual working with virtual hours will dominate your future so embrace these changes and demonstrate your current technology skills as well as the innate ability to quickly adapt to new systems and methods (dinosaurs will fail).

Now is a great opportunity to invest in yourself and emerge a stronger and more versatile candidate.

Soft skills are critical to the post COVD-19 world of work.  Polish your negotiation, people management, motivation and conflict resolution skills.

Unprecedented change and circumstances are being forced on us and there is no choice if you want to be an active player in the future workforce.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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<title><![CDATA[Job search time-wasting (fishing in the wrong pond or with the wrong bait)]]></title>
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<content><![CDATA[Job search time-wasting (fishing in the wrong pond or with the wrong bait).

A job search is not a &ldquo;cottage industry&rdquo; and like anything else in life, there is a right and a wrong way in conducting a productive job search.

A productive job search I define as a set of actions that regularly results in gaining interviews and ultimately the job that you want&hellip;nothing else matters.

Productivity I define as the least amount of effort needed to quickly achieve your career objectives.

Sitting behind your computer for hour after hour applying for advertised jobs can be a &quot;black hole&quot; waste of time, and there is plenty of evidence to validate this statement.

Just because you are a skilled engineer, sales person or whatever does not immediately equate to being a skilled job seeker.  It is an entirely different skill set needed by all levels of personnel.

FISHING IN THE WRONG POND OR WITH THE WRONG BAIT (sometimes no bait) can cost people tens of thousands of dollars in opportunity loss, plus psychological damage.

A successful professional job search is a complex process on multiple levels of activities embracing detailed assessment, regional trends, industry research, job market statistical analysis, tactical planning, macro and microeconomic research, document management, application tracking, connecting with people and targeted job applications, or sometimes no job applications and just &quot;strategically positioning yourself&quot;.

It is certainly not all about your resume or CV (a provocative statement but true).  Too much focus on your resume is a distracting folly and time-waster.

Many people are simply &rdquo;under-gunned&rdquo; when forced into a job search.  The fact is you should have been preparing for this eventuality years ago and not when the &ldquo;tide has gone out&rdquo; and you are stranded on the sand.

Over recent years recruitment processes have become sophisticated and built around artificial intelligence systems.

If you do not understand these changes and how to navigate your way through the maze, then engage professional assistance immediately and stop wasting your time and career opportunities before the situation becomes a personal crisis.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

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RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Career Advice for Executives]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[ACMA provides a full case management process that works with executives until they are placed into their next position or promotion...with no limitations on length or intensity of support required.
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<content><![CDATA[A good friend in tough times!

ACMA provides a full case management process that works with executives until they are placed into their next position or promotion...with no limitations on length or intensity of support required.

With our advanced technology, job search strategies and national job market intelligence we assist executives throughout Australia/NZ to change or develop their executive careers...it is a complex task to get right. It&rsquo;s never too late to re-connect with your career passion &ndash; as long as you have the right resources and professional support!

Let ACMA provide you with a complete career development process and a comprehensive set of in-depth resources that you cannot obtain anywhere else. We will assist to shorten any job search with SUPPORT and RESOURCES that only our executive clients can access.

&bull; Directly managed and supervised by your own professional career management consultant (1 on 1 support)

&bull; Comprehensive strategic career review

&bull; Clearly developed action plan with defined pathways

&bull; A completely different holistic approach

&bull; Clearly demonstrate to employers and recruiters your unique value, offering and potential to the market

&bull; Superior guidance and technical advice

&bull; Interview training and salary negotiation

&bull; Long-term career safety net

Career mapping:  &quot;Where do I see myself in five years?&rdquo; You may be drawn to the idea of launching your own business or perhaps you want a complete career change or an internal promotion within your existing company. But how do you get there? It is not a straight pathway.

An effective executive career development plan stems from a well-designed, well planned, well organised, and well-executed process. Much like any business process, there are many pieces to the puzzle. It all begins with having the right resources in place and the right advice on how to use them effectively.

We will lead you through a highly organised process that is custom-designed and tailored to meet your specific executive career needs and objectives.

Get a better job or promotion faster with ACMA&#39;s Executive career development program providing:


	A structured program and proven career coaching system involving a completely different approach to executive job search and career development based on research and analysis 
	Help to get you totally clear on your executive career objective/pathway
	Thorough preparation for the executive career transition or job search
	Guidance (24/7) through proven job search methodologies/strategies including the latest Emotional Intelligence (EI), Rapid Pathway Molding (RPM), Narrative Therapy (NT), Cognitive Information Processing (CIP) &amp; Prior Learning Assessment Recognition (PLAR) techniques
	Profile differentiating your unique qualities and skills from others; with a complete portfolio of &quot;self-marketing&quot; techniques, tools and methods
	Evidence-based assistance to land you the RIGHT executive job sooner, with maximum remuneration
	Development of a long-term plan for ongoing executive career management including retraining and/or upskilling options
	Personalised support through the challenging or discouraging moments, including salary negotiation
	Coaching (24/7) through all stages such as networking, interviewing, negotiating, psychometric testing, finding hidden jobs and more...
	Highly effective tools and resources needed for executive career development success (now and into the future), plus developing your all-important online digital and social media profiles
	Learn how to recession-proof your executive career for the long term
	Clearly demonstrate to employers and recruiters your unique value proposition, offering and potential to the market
	Be personally case managed by Australia&#39;s leading executive career management consultants


Whether you are currently in a senior position or simply a rising star, partner with us TODAY to maximise your executive career potential and value.

&quot;Be forever restless with your executive career...critical opportunities tend to come and go quickly!&quot;

Click this link for written success stories


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful executive career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised executive coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Protect your job and career NOW!]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Don&#39;t let a recession flush away your education or career prospects...ACT NOW!
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<content><![CDATA[Don&#39;t let a recession flush away your education or career prospects...ACT TODAY!

Expert career coaching to help you find the right job, faster

Careers development based on research...not chance!

We assist people from all backgrounds, industries, organisations, professions, age groups, private or public sectors and locations to find THE RIGHT JOB.  Our innovative approach to career coaching and career development by providing structured case management programs is unique.

Whether you&rsquo;re an executive, graduate, mature-age candidate, newly arrived migrant, manual worker, professional, expatriate, retrenched, unemployed, career changer, frustrated with your current job or simply looking to maximise your career options - we can assist you to find the right job, faster.

Whatever your occupation, wherever you are located contact us NOW!

Our career management consultants will guide you through your career transition or job search, from initial professional assessment, resume writing, interview preparation, salary negotiation to developing your own personalised career plan, retraining and/or upskilling options, plus much more...

For companies, we provide intensive support for all industry sectors through our corporate outplacement services. 

Unlock your true career potential with ACMA&#39;s proven Career Management, Career Development and Outplacement programs.

Client feedback: &quot; I am now stronger, more capable and now educated in finding and applying for jobs. I know how to answer interview questions and I now love what I do. You are everything you say you are and you have gone above and beyond to help a person you have never even met. You were more effective than any counselling because you addressed the problem.&quot; 


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Salary Negotiation]]></title>
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<content><![CDATA[What do other people know about salary negotiation that I don&rsquo;t?

Simply stated when you are negotiating the next salary you need to be informed, strategic and competent in wage negotiation techniques.

Many employers and recruiters play on people&#39;s lack of salary negotiation knowledge to ensure that they pay the least for your valuable service...don&#39;t let this happen to you!

Obtaining the best possible wage level often depends more on attitude and negotiation prowess rather than your professional skills and expertise.

Our salary negotiation program is designed to ensure that you achieve the best possible remuneration outcomes (whether you are a C Level executive or simply a rising star).

Your salary negotiation is a journey.  With our online systems, 24-hour unconditional hotline support and the help of our consultants we will ensure that all efforts are targeted at obtaining the best results for you...coaching you throughout the process.

Become skilled to concisely present your case and conduct salary negotiations effectively without compromising your overall position...effective salary negotiation requires knowledge, tactics and vision...salary negotiating is tough and often unpleasant work but necessary if you want to be paid fairly, get a raise or that next promotion.


	Assistance from a qualified career management consultant to provide tangible solutions and specific techniques to maximise your short and long term salary levels.
	 
	Intensive personal and online support, plus researched assistance at all stages of your salary negotiations to ensure the classic &quot;win-win&quot; solution that leaves everyone feeling they have accomplished something positive.
	 
	Final contract perusal and recommendations.  Nobody should enter any contract without knowing exactly the implications...unfortunately many people simply sign employment contracts because they are so complex and detailed, and feel pressured to quickly finalise the documents to &quot;get on with the job&quot; while endeavouring to keep everyone happy.
	 
	24/7 (toll-free 1800 CVITAE) telephone hotline support service.  This is probably the major resource of our program having an objective/skilled person available to speak to and advise you during those critical, tense and highly emotional salary negotiation moments.
	 
	Learn life-long salary negotiation skills to ensure the maximisation of future salary increases.  In most cases, the benefits of our program will endure for many years to come.
	 
	Defining your professional worth in the job market NOW means setting the standard for all future salary negotiations over the next 5 to 10 years (and beyond).
	 
	Accept the fact that you don&#39;t get the salary level you deserve; you get the salary you negotiate!



WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

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<title><![CDATA[Advance your professional job search]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Job search for professionals
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<content><![CDATA[Job search for professionals

ACMA provides a full JOB SEARCH process that works with professionals until they are placed into their next position...with no limitations on length or intensity of support required.

With our advanced technology, job search strategies and national job market intelligence we assist tertiary qualified professionals throughout Australia/NZ to get the job they want...it is a complex task to get right. It&rsquo;s never too late to reignite your job search &ndash; as long as you have the right resources and professional support!

Let ACMA provide you with a complete job search process and a comprehensive set of in-depth resources that you cannot obtain anywhere else. We will assist to shorten any job search with SUPPORT and RESOURCES that only our clients can access.

&bull; Directly managed and supervised by your own professional career management consultant (1 on 1 support)

&bull; Comprehensive strategic career review

&bull; Clearly developed action plan with defined job search tactics 

&bull; A completely different holistic approach to job search

&bull; Clearly demonstrate to employers and recruiters your unique value, offering and potential to the market

&bull; Superior guidance and technical advice

&bull; Interview training and salary negotiation

&bull; 7 days per week support 

Personal branding:  Your perceived value-add proposition that you present to a company implies a promise. A promise that you will bring something to the table that will significantly contribute to their organisation. You must prove that your unique &quot;brand&quot; will contribute more to the company than the brand being presented by your competition. Your ability to communicate your brand, verbally, in writing and digitally, will drive your success in conducting an effective job search.

An effective professional job search stems from a well-designed, well planned, well organised, and well-executed process. Much like any business process, there are many pieces to the puzzle. It all begins with having the right resources in place and the right advice on how to use them effectively.

We will lead you through a highly organised process that is a custom-designed job search program to meet your specific career needs and objectives.

Get a better job faster with ACMA&#39;s Professionals job search program providing:


	A structured job search program and proven career coaching system involving a completely different approach to job search and career development based on research and analysis 
	Help to get you totally clear on your career objective/pathway
	Thorough preparation for the career transition or job search
	Guidance (24/7) through proven job search methodologies/strategies including the latest Emotional Intelligence (EI), Rapid Pathway Molding (RPM), Narrative Therapy (NT), Cognitive Information Processing (CIP) &amp; Prior Learning Assessment Recognition (PLAR) techniques
	Profile differentiating your unique qualities and skills from others; with a complete portfolio of &quot;self-marketing&quot; techniques, tools and job search methods
	Evidence-based assistance to land you the RIGHT job sooner, with maximum remuneration
	Development of a long-term plan for ongoing career management including retraining and/or upskilling options
	Personalised support through the challenging or discouraging job search moments, including salary negotiation
	Coaching (24/7) through all stages such as networking, interviewing, negotiating, psychometric testing, finding hidden jobs and more...
	Highly effective job search tools and resources needed for professional job search success (now and into the future), plus developing your all important online digital and social media profiles
	Learn how to accelerate your job search
	Clearly demonstrate to employers and recruiters your unique value proposition, offering and potential to the market
	Be personally case managed by Australia&#39;s leading job search consultants


Whether you are currently in a senior position or simply a rising star, partner with us TODAY to maximise your job search potential and value.

&quot;Be forever restless with your career...critical opportunities tend to come and go quickly!&quot;

Click this link for written success stories


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful professional career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised job search coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[Career Insurance is Vital]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Career insurance is vital.  You always keep your house and car insured...what about your career.
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<content><![CDATA[Career insurance is vital (post-COVID). 

You always keep your house and car insured...what about your career.

Tailored career advice from a qualified and accredited career development practitioner starts here!

With our advanced technology, job search strategies and national job market intelligence we assist people throughout Australia/NZ to get the job or promotion they want...it is a complex task to get right. It&rsquo;s never too late to reignite your job search and career&ndash; as long as you have the right resources and professional support!

Get a better job faster with ACMA&#39;s career advice programs providing:


	A structured program and proven career coaching system involving a completely different approach to job search and career development based on research and analysis 
	Help to get you totally clear on your career objective/pathway
	Thorough preparation for the career transition or job search
	Guidance (24/7) through proven job search methodologies/strategies including the latest Emotional Intelligence (EI), Rapid Pathway Molding (RPM), Narrative Therapy (NT), Cognitive Information Processing (CIP) &amp; Prior Learning Assessment Recognition (PLAR) techniques
	Profile differentiating your unique qualities and skills from others; with a complete portfolio of &quot;self-marketing&quot; techniques, tools and methods
	Evidence-based assistance to land you the RIGHT job sooner, with maximum remuneration
	Development of a long-term plan for ongoing career management including retraining and/or upskilling options
	Personalised support through the challenging or discouraging moments, including salary negotiation
	Coaching (24/7) through all stages such as networking, interviewing, negotiating, psychometric testing, finding hidden jobs and more...
	Highly effective career advice, tools and resources needed for career transition success (now and into the future), plus developing your all-important online digital and social media profiles
	Learn how to recession-proof your career for the long term


Be personally case managed by Australia&#39;s leading career advice consultants!


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation


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<title><![CDATA[How to get hired in a COVID-19 job market]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[COVID-19 has created a very tough job market where you either sink or swim.
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<content><![CDATA[COVID-19 has created a very tough job market where you either sink or swim.

Professional career guidance ensures that the participant is 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

COVID-19 has changed workplace practices, employment conditions, technology and application protocols have changed so rapidly that colleagues and friends are simply not equipped to give real career guidance (irrespective of good intentions).  Meaningful career guidance can only be obtained from qualified and skilled career guidance professionals who have formal tertiary qualifications in career guidance management.

People are often influenced by their own experiences and background (subconsciously), and consequently, their advice will not be objective and at times can be detrimental to a persons career development.

Professional career guidance provides an objective assessment of a persons skills base and career options, resulting in researched and completely objective career guidance.  This process empowers people via various training programs, detailed assessments, plus a thorough understanding of employment application protocols and standards.

A professionally prepared career plan can actually lead a person to a high level of self-knowledge, as well as a good understanding of potential occupations and vocational options suited to their personal skills base and education. The formulation of career goals and objectives can often provide a person with a clear vision in which to direct their job search and ultimate career development.

The problem with either no career guidance or misinformed guidance is that people just drift through their working lives, unsatisfied and unfulfilled from both emotional and remuneration levels.   The common practice of only browsing online job sites and taking the first job that turns up can ultimately be disastrous.

Accordingly, professional career guidance and advice is superior to connections and friends because it is objective, informed and specifically tailored to the individual&rsquo;s skills base, personality and overall aspirations.

ACMA creates successful professional career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.


WHAT YOU RECEIVE

ACMA creates successful career paths through detailed individual assessment, research and job market analysis, combined with expert personalised coaching.

Note: A Career Development Association of  Australia research paper found that when professional career guidance occurred that the participant was 2.67 times more likely to secure a job. 

All program services can be delivered via our interactive online cloud-based career management &quot;Career Talk&quot; system and/or &quot;one-on-one&quot; in our Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Cairns or Auckland offices.

TESTIMONIALS

THE ACMA STORY

RING 1800 245 380 now to book a FREE consultation
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<title><![CDATA[Lifelong learning for professionals in the AI era.]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Lifelong learning for professionals is fundamental for any career-focused person in the AI era.
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<content><![CDATA[Lifelong learning for professionals is fundamental for any career-focused person in the AI era.

The world of work is rapidly changing and will be almost unrecognisable by 2030.  To maintain your relevance to the AI workforce of tomorrow, everyone will need to regularly retrain and/or upskill.

Professional assistance to research and identify the correct retraining or upskilling options and career pathways is essential.  Get it wrong and you may not have a job, career or income in the not too distant future.

ACMA&#39;s Advanced Vocational Assessment program is the ideal solution to managing your near term career needs and pathways by providing two detailed reports of actions and options available to you...don&#39;t wait until it is too late and opportunities have bypassed you.

Whilst there are many study options on the internet, how do you know what is the best or most relevant to your career future.  Be wary of universities, TAFE&#39;s and RTO&#39;s selling certificate, diploma or degree courses.  Unfortunately, many of these organisations are simply &quot;fee driven&quot; and in our experience will tell prospective students virtually anything to sign them up.

Many students have paid thousands of dollars to complete a course only to ultimately find that there are very limited job opportunities available...if any (&quot;I wish I had known that four years ago&quot; is their common lament).

ACMA&#39;s Module 1 Assessment process is very detailed and will take most people a week to complete (online).  Nevertheless, once a client has completed these assessments, we then have a thorough knowledge and understanding of the person covering skills, competencies, education, experience, work history, strengths, weaknesses, aspirations, career goals, personal circumstances, personality and much more...

A client recently said, &quot;You are so good at knowing a person&quot;.

Let an ACMA qualified career consultant personally assist you to make GOOD retraining decisions by:


	Identifying jobs of the future
	Looking at industry and regional trends
	Nominating suitable courses and relevant training
	Recommending realistic career options


Don&#39;t walk blindly into the future...as it is YOUR FUTURE AT STAKE!

Note: Corporate options available

Get a better job faster with ACMA&#39;s career transition programs providing:


	A structured program and proven career coaching system involving a completely different approach to job search and career development based on research and analysis 
	Help to get you totally clear on your career objective/pathway
	Thorough preparation for the career transition or job search
	Guidance (24/7) through proven job search methodologies/strategies including the latest Emotional Intelligence (EI), Rapid Pathway Molding (RPM), Narrative Therapy (NT), Cognitive Information Processing (CIP) &amp; Prior Learning Assessment Recognition (PLAR) techniques
	Profile differentiating your unique qualities and skills from others; with a complete portfolio of &quot;self-marketing&quot; techniques, tools and methods
	Evidence-based assistance to land you the RIGHT job sooner, with maximum remuneration
	Development of a long-term plan for ongoing career management including retraining and/or upskilling options
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