Almost 444,400 Australians joined the workforce last year. However, recruiting benchmarks show that the number of applicants per role was 11% below the global average. Australian offer acceptance rates were also 5% lower. These figures mean organisations must think smarter to secure top talent, including optimising their hiring and onboarding experiences. Making a great first […]
For many organisations, turnover is as high as 50% in the first 18 months of employment. Replacing employees who leave costs 50-200% of their annual salary, not to mention the expense of losing valuable knowledge. This makes building a thriving culture, where the company’s mission and values are deeply ingrained, challenging in high-turnover organisations. These […]
88% of employees feel extremely engaged with their jobs, according to a 2025 Workforce Trends Report. This may sound like great news for employers, but the underlying reasons reveal a different story. 67% of these employees say a tighter job market increases their engagement, while 61% cite job insecurity as a key motivator. Their reasons […]
Manual onboarding can be pretty overwhelming. From creating accurate, compliant contracts to helping multiple new hires settle in at once, these long, ineffective processes often result in organisations losing top talent. That’s why almost half of Australian employers plan to automate processes this year. 55% aim to increase efficiency and productivity, while 46% hope to […]
Did you know that 33% of occupations assessed by Jobs and Skills Australia are experiencing shortages? Access to skilled talent is a top concern nationwide, particularly for organisations struggling to retain quality candidates. Total job vacancies in Australia reached 339,400 in 2025. These figures show a more accessible employment market. Job hunters can now be […]
Nine out of ten Australians own a smartphone. With the number of smartphone users expected to reach 23.6 million by 2026, these devices are an essential part of our daily lives. Beyond easily connecting with friends and keeping up with the news, phones are also key workplace tools. As remote and hybrid roles become more […]
Post-COVID pandemic turnover rates averaged at 21.4% in 2022. In 2024, that figure had fallen to just 10.8%. For Australian employers, this has led to a new focus: retention rather than pure recruitment. And this all starts with the onboarding process. Onboarding is a critical time period. On the one hand, it can create a […]
Just 12% of employees agree that their organisation does a good job of onboarding new team members. Shocked? Think back to a time you joined a new job. Were you adequately cared for and trained? An engaging job advertisement and strong employee benefits may have drawn you in, but the key to a great employee […]
We do everything on our phones—from banking and shopping to learning and connecting. So it’s only natural that employees expect the same accessibility and ease when they’re joining a new organisation. Meeting people where they are Today’s workforce is more mobile than ever. Whether it’s remote workers, shift-based teams, or new starters juggling job changes […]
You’ve found the perfect candidate, extended the offer, and they’ve said yes. Brilliant. But the space between offer acceptance and day one is more than a waiting period—it’s a golden opportunity to build trust, engagement, and momentum. It’s a chance to truly set yourself apart and give your new team members a genuine taste of […]