​ ?‍? “I’ve applied for junior roles that are way less than my current level and I STILL can’t get an interview!!!” – Talent. The job market is tough, and, if you are an experienced leader who’s recently been let go from their job, it could be even tougher. Agency Iceberg recently spoke with a ..read more

I came across this post recently from workplace rights activist Katherine Kleyman, a former corporate employment attorney and thought about the recruitment workplaces that I’ve ​previously been employed in. This bit from Katherine was troubling: “Here’s the pattern I’ve discovered after helping countless employees: Companies often strike when you’re most vulnerable. When you’re distracted by personal ..read more

Job hunting can be a challenging and often stressful process. Keeping your mind fresh and resilient is crucial not only for your well-being but also for maintaining the energy and creativity needed to succeed. ? Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you stay mentally fresh during your job search: Establish a Daily Routine Structure Your ..read more

By far, this is the most common question that I receive daily from both Talents & clients at Iceberg. We are all in a downturn (post-Covid slump), and both clients and job seekers are feeling the pain of a quiet market. You’re probably wondering if you should leave your industry and find another job? Or ..read more

We always stress to candidates the importance of being prepared for an interview—doing their research, putting their best foot forward, and making a lasting impression. But let’s flip the script for a moment: are companies doing the same? Because here’s the reality—an interview is a two-way street. While the candidate is trying to impress you ..read more

You’ve flown right back into frenetic work mode post-Christmas and New Year, but is that really what you wanted? Early burnout is a real risk for returning workers trying to implement the work-life balance they envisioned while lying on a secluded beach sipping mojitos. Mantras like “less is more” and “work smarter, not harder” tend ..read more

A surprising group is backing the traditional five-day office workweek: not only is it the boomers, but retirees! A recent news.com.au survey of 1,870 Australians revealed that 35% support working onsite full-time, slightly higher than the 31% who believe one to two remote workdays is ideal. However, the report uncovered an unexpected insight—45% of those ..read more

Hive mind! Should Talent be paid to submit a mini-task or brief during the interview process? This question comes up regularly, and Agency Iceberg feels that paying a Talent to complete a mock task that will take longer than 2 hours to finish, has MANY benefits. Completing tasks can be a terrific way for the ..read more

Have you experienced a “dry promotion” lately? Or even heard of it? It is when an employee receives a new title or gets additional responsibilities without seeing a pay increase. According to a recent survey as reported by HRD, nearly four in 10 employees in Australia have witnessed or experienced “dry promotion” in the workplace ..read more

Many, many, many people are still making silly decisions when they leave their jobs. It never ends, and it almost always comes back to bite you on the proverbial. Whether it is saving/printing out client contacts lists (“These are my contacts, so I should be able to take them with me”) or forwarding work emails ..read more