20 tips for successfully starting a new job

Succeeding in your new position is just as important—if not more important—as scoring the role.
Pick a resume template
Selecting the most appropriate resume template to share your story is the first step to success. Choose from one our templates to get started.
Why leaders should distinguish between responsibility and accountability in team members
I’ve been mentoring a group of Dalyell Scholars from the University of Sydney over the past 12 months. In my final session with one of them last week I was asked if I could look over her CV since she had recently been applying for several roles but wasn’t getting much response even though […]
Understand your career drivers

This exercise aims to help you begin to understand your prevailing drivers, to better equip you in your career journey. The results, when analysed, provide your career driver profile.
Preparing to meet recruiters
Helping your recruiter to understand your unique value proposition, your requirements and where
you are prepared to be flexible, will enable them to better target the opportunities that are relevant
to you.
Assess your change ready traits

This activity aims to help you reflect on your change readiness. The aim is to provide you with an understanding of your blockers and motivators to change.
The power of vulnerability when it comes to giving feedback
When you can learn to deliver feedback vulnerably, then you should never need to sugar coat it with positive feedback ever again.
Your career profile and why it matters
Your Career profile is your resume summary in the context of the job that you are applying for.
Writing stronger responsibility lists

Check this guide in writing strong responsibility statements that captures the attention of the hiring manager.
How to find and reach out to recruiters on LinkedIn

If you’re applying for roles but not hearing back, your outreach strategy may need refining. This guide shows how to identify recruiters, connect genuinely, and position yourself to be seen.