2009 Podcasts

 

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How to check references

In this podcast, we interview Kevin Jarvis, Associate Director of Robert Half in Sydney on how to conduct reference checks on job candidates.

Kevin discusses why reference checking is so important and the reason why this should be done by the hiring manager. He also talks through sample questions and how to solicit the information you need to make an informed hiring decision.

Kevin Jarvis

Kevin Jarvis

Kevin outlines:

  • Why employers should reference check
  • How to deal with a reluctant referee
  • The impact of social networking sites on reference checking
  • Top questions to ask in the reference checking process.

 

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How to maximise employee productivity

In this podcast, Andrew Brushfield, Director at Robert Half, discusses the impact of the global downturn on employee productivity and provides advice to employers on how to improve productivity during tough times.

 Andrew_Brushfield

Andrew Brushfield

 Andrew outlines:

  • The increase in stress levels in the workplace 
  • The impact of redundancies on staff morale
  • Importance of open communication with staff
  • Top tips for improving employee productivity

 

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Women in Finance

Our latest podcast features Megan Alexander, senior manager at Robert Half, who outlines how women can get ahead in the finance field.

 Megan Alexander

Megan Alexander

 Megan discusses:

  • What women should do if they feel they are unfairly disadvantaged
  • Focus areas for salary and career development discussions
  • How employers can retain their top female talent
  • Importance of flexible working arrangements for working mothers 

 

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Magnetic leadership - characteristics of successful leaders

Our latest podcast features Allison Mooney, an expert on personality profiling, who provides insight into the characteristics of successful leaders and how to manage the differing personalities within the workplace.

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Allison Mooney

 Allison outlines:

  • The four distinct personality types: Playfuls, Powerfuls, Precises & Peacefuls
  • Strengths and weaknesses of the differing personalities
  • Getting the most out of individuals in the workplace
  • How to manage different personalities within your team to avoid conflict

 

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Common management mistakes in an uncertain economy

Our latest podcast features David Jones, our Asia Pacific Managing Director, who addresses some of the common mistakes made by managers and how these can be avoided to ensure top performers are retained in this tough market.

David Jones

David Jones, Managing Director, Robert Half Asia Pacific

 David discusses:

  • How you can keep your employees motivated
  • Importance of employee retention
  • The most fundamental mistakes being made
  • Using temporary/contract staff to manage workload peaks and troughs                         
  • Training and development
  • How organisations can prepare for the upturn     
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Finding a job in a tough economy

How do you land a job in the current climate and differentiate yourself from the competition?

Our latest podcast addresses the topic of finding a job in a tough economy. Tim Hird, Director of Robert Half Singapore, has extensive recruiting experience in a number of markets including the UK, Europe and Asia and provides his unique insights for candidates to get ahead in these challenging times.


Interviewee:

 

Tim Hird

Tim Hird
Director,
Robert Half Singapore


Tim provides tips and advice on finding a new job including:

  • How to deal with a redundancy
  • Skills in demand
  • Considering contract / temporary work
  • Working with a recruiter to differentiate yourself
  • Importance of CVs and the interview process
  • Negotiating a job offer
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