Career Help Blog
5 Common Hiring Mistakes Businesses Make at the Start of the Year
The beginning of the year is a time of fresh starts for many businesses. Across Queensland, companies often feel the pressure to restart projects, recover operational rhythm and fill vacancies quickly after the holiday period. When hiring...
New Year, New Goals: Setting Career Objectives for 2026
The beginning of a new year is a natural moment to reset, refocus, and take better care of yourself — both personally and professionally. Whether you’re working in hospitality, administration, customer service, events, or exploring new...
Teamwork During the Christmas Season: Why Collaboration Matters More Than Ever
December is almost here, and for many businesses across Queensland, it means longer days, constant customer flow, and a fast-paced environment. In this busy season, one factor makes all the difference between a team that struggles… and a team...
6 Tips to Be Successful During the Christmas Season
Practical self-care to handle the busy season During this period, taking care of yourself isn’t a luxury — it’s essential. Whether you’re serving customers, supporting teams, coordinating bookings, or keeping operations running behind the...
Ghosting Is Costing You Candidates — and Killing Your Employer Brand
It’s the hiring habit job seekers hate the most — and it’s hurting your reputation more than you realise. Ghosting is when employers cut off all communication with candidates without explanation. According to our survey of over 1,000 working-age...
Career Growth Has Had a Glow-Up (And It’s Not What You Think)
The Intern, movie that explains the difference between workers in the industry. Career growth is no longer a one-size-fits-all ladder that everyone must climb step by step. Today, it’s more like a “choose your own adventure.” For some...
How to Attract and Retain Talent in a Competitive Market
Today’s job market is more competitive than ever. Candidates have choices, and they are looking for more than just a pay check. They want career growth, meaningful work, flexibility, and a company culture that feels authentic. For employers,...
R U OK? Day: Why Conversations Matter in the Workplace
At Signature Staff, we know that people are at the heart of every business. Productivity, innovation, and customer service all depend on teams who feel supported, connected, and valued. That’s why initiatives like R U OK? Day, held this year on...
The 3 “S”s for a Successful and Fulfilling Life
SPIRIT Your spirit is your superpower. It comes from within. It’s your resilience, your determination, your courage to keep going—even when things get tough, and especially when no one else is watching. It’s what keeps you moving when everything...
From Refugee to Recruitment Leader: The Story of Vlasta Eriksson
How resilience, courage, and a cheeky smile shaped a career dedicated to helping others thrive. You might be wondering… how did I get here? Let me take you back to July 1980, when my family fled Czechoslovakia, a communist country at the time....
