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Part 3: Industry Leaders on the Future of the Tech Industry

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Part 2: Industry Leaders On Developing Tech Talent

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Creating Normality When Working from Home

Whether it’s an expectation to work longer hours, an inability to disconnect from work at the end of the day or simply missing that daily watercooler chat – there are certainly a few increasingly common complaints from employees and employers alike. Work-life balance (more like home-life balance) is just as important now as it ever was, so as you re-establish routines and set yourself up for the year ahead, now’s the time to create a sense of normality with your work life.

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Part 1: Industry Leaders On Attracting Tech Talent

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Everything You Need to Know About a Career in Salesforce

We’ve pulled together everything you need to know about a career in Salesforce, including a full market overview and insights, plus the technical skills and courses you need to advance in the profession.

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New year, new job? Create a career plan to land the best opportunity

Creating and maintaining a career plan helps you understand where you want to go with your career next and what actually needs to be done, so you can get there. The more purposeful you can be with your move, the better the long-term payoff. Here are 5 steps to help you make a worthy career plan.

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Mental health month: Check in with your teammates

Every workplace should have a culture that makes everyone feel safe, supported, and encouraged. Here are a few ways to have those meaningful conversations with the people you work with.

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DevOps careers in Australia – A market overview and salaries

Is DevOps still a good career specialisation? Based on current demand, we can safely say, yes, it can be. In June, LinkedIn listed DevOps Engineer as the 10th most demanded job overall, based on the number of job posts published.

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Why the market’s so hot for top data scientists

A top data scientist relies on great data first and foremost, along with a clear understanding of the organisation’s business priorities and goals. Here’s a quick guide to understanding the skills and traits of a top data science candidate and what you can expect when hiring one in the current market.

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The sexiest job of the century – What makes a great data scientist?

The data scientist is one of the more misunderstood roles within organisations (and sometimes even the people who identify as one). Given the current market for data scientists, Jacob has set out to explain what makes a great data scientist (and how to make an impressive career out of it).

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Half the world away during a global pandemic

Adam Higgins shares his struggles during the Pandemic on R U OK Day, watching his family in the UK suffer through lockdowns and Covid outbreaks from the other side of the world.

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Jobseeker Tips: Building a Personal Brand on LinkedIn

Thanks to the internet and social media, we’re all our own brand now. It’s important that you’re able to understand and communicate your core values, expertise, and unique selling position, so you can raise your profile above the noise and stand out as a ‘top candidate’.

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NSW government jobs: Market overview August 2021

We’re seeing some big changes within NSW government as they adapt to changing labour market demands in an increasingly digital world. For a long time, governments have carried a reputation for bureaucracy and strict adherence to traditional ways of working. But a lot of change has been happening and we’re seeing some individual agencies break free and embrace a more private company approach to operating.

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How to negotiate remote working for your next role

​#OfficeLyfe not cutting it for you anymore? You’re not alone. Flexible working is one of the top motivators for jobseekers. But what if your dream employer isn’t clearly offering? In this guide to negotiating a remote role, we explore the current state of play in Australia and share a few things you can do to negotiate successfully.

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A new financial year for business analysts

Given how narrow the pool of candidates is across all specialisms, inevitably the competition increases, meaning that good talent is highly sought after from multiple angles and strong candidates will have multiple opportunities in flight at any one time. Therefore, the need to act decisively has never been more paramount.

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Could You Become a Business Analyst and Increase Your Earning Potential?

For senior level Business Analyst positions with acute specialisations, our permanent and contractor placed candidates are seeing well above average salaries and daily rates. If you have ever considered a career change, now is a great time to be exploring the possibilities as a business analyst.

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The Tale of Two Sides. How Super Increases Impact You

The Federal Budget announcement has been hot topic for the past couple of weeks. Perhaps one of the most anticipated announcements was the confirmation of the increase in superannuation from 9.5% to 10%. This change will take effect as of 1st July 2021, but what does it mean for you and your business?

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BSides Canberra 2021 with Talenza Cyber

Our two cyber consultants Riki from Sydney (AKA Cyber Riki) and Chelsey from Brisbane (AKA Cyber Chels) met in Canberra to take part in the BSides conference. When our team attend events like this, the agenda is usually similar – meet some candidates, meet some clients, learn some stuff and bring this knowledge home, but this time Riki and Chels have been very upfront that this event was like no other!

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Empower Women to End Hunger

Talenza has partnered with The Hunger Project to help end world hunger.

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Reforest Now | Environmental Initiative and Action

Talenza has partnered with ReForset Now to plant 10 trees for every placement.