Interview in July/August 2024 Issue of Dare Magazine for Australian Seniors. For many of us, staying in a stable job has long been the ‘safer’ option. But that’s all changing, with new LinkedIn research showing 76% of Australians are considering jumping ship. And for 49% of them, it’s all about boosting that pay packet. This doesn’t surprise careers coach Jane Jackson. “Anecdotally, during and post COVID, I saw people moving jobs for greater flexibility and more meaningful work – but in the past year the shift has been more towards just needing to pay the bills. The cost of living is at crisis ..read more

Does your adult child still live at home? Is this happily your choice or are they struggling to land a job that would enable them to afford their independence? According to the latest Household, Income, and Labour Dynamics in Australia (HILDA) Survey, just over half of young men (54 percent) and 47 percent of young women aged 18 to 29 years old are still living under the same roof as their parents. This trend signifies a shift in the traditional steps toward adulthood, with many young adults spending more time in the parental home. The Impact of a ‘Full Nest’ on Family Dynamics For some paren ..read more

   WOW Women Group is a community of like-minded business, professional and entrepreneurial women, working collectively to create change in their own financial life and the lives of other women across the globe as part of our social impact across the UN Sustainability Goals.   For women seeking confidence in their financial future and retirement planning, now is the time to have a conversation with Christie McCabe, Retirement Strategist at WoW Women Group. For Career Coaching Support to land the job you’ll love, book a complimentary career clarity chat at: jane ..read more

Have the lyrics of a song evoked an emotion so strongly in you that it gave you pause? Billy Joel’s  “I’ve Loved These Days”, for me, is one of those songs. In the hustle and bustle of our professional life, focusing on our career, aiming to ‘get ahead’ or building our business, it’s easy to lose sight of what truly matters. The Meaning of Life The essence of life goes far beyond material possessions and transient pleasures that really don’t feed our soul. As Billy Joel sang, “We light our lamps for atmosphere and hang our hopes on chandeliers.”   In our pursuit of success, we often ..read more

How can ChatGPT help job seekers find their ideal role? In today’s competitive job market, identifying the right career path can be challenging. Is ChatGPT a useful tool to use in your exploration? Of course, an experienced career coach will explore your options with you, identify any self-limiting beliefs that may be holding you back, create a bespoke approach for your specific needs, and help you to build the clarity and confidence necessary to make a successful career change.  However, you can make a start and explore options by leveraging ChatGPT. Whether you’re an experienced profes ..read more

    UseVerb is revolutionising the way we recruit. Their goals is to give job seekers the best chance at introducing themselves, to set them up for success and connect them with employers who will value them. Michael Smith is the Chief Marketing Officer at UseVerb. He and UseVerb were nominated finalists in two categories at the 2024 Cygnet West PropTech Hub WA Awards night: Rising Star: showing the business with the most potential for the next 12 months Executive of the Year: nominating our CMO, Michael Smith. Congratulations to Magic Mike who won the Executive of the Year Award ..read more

In today’s rapidly changing world of work, interim leadership roles are on the rise.  What are Interim Executives? An interim executive is an experienced, C-Suite level leader recruited to fill a leadership vacancy. Responsibilities and focus vary depending on the position and the current needs of the organisation. Interim CEO’s, for example, are a smart short-term strategic move while an organisation prepares for a long-term leadership change. In this episode of Your Career Podcast, I speak with Caroline McAuliffe, a Senior Partner at Watermark Search International who specialises in in ..read more

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Are you facing a mid-career crisis? The good news is that there is a FORMULA for career success! Over the past 22 years as a career transition specialist, while coaching my clients to reinvent their careers, I’ve gained many valuable insights about what it REALLY takes for them to gain control of their career and land the job they love. And that lead me to publishing my book, Navigating Career Crossroads, which is an Amazon best-seller and finalist in The Australian Career Book Awards. And I’m grateful to use those valuable insights to provide even more value to each and every one of you duri ..read more

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