Archive for 2020
SEASONS GREETINGS FROM US
This year many, if not most involved in agribusiness have been fortunate to avoid the severe adverse impact suffered by so many others as a result of the pandemic. Drought breaking rain and the best harvest for years have contributed to a positive end to 2020 and much hope for a revitalised economy in 2021. We…
Read MoreDon’t Be Over-Confident
This newsletter is about the flip side of a subject that gets a lot of attention when the subject of recruitment interviews is raised. i.e. how to overcome nerves, lack of confidence, presentation skills and so on. The flip-side is being over-confident. It is our observation that a good many position opportunities are lost by…
Read MoreFive Ways to Repel Top Talent
Most companies will confirm their desire to attract superior candidates yet the hiring processes of some send a very different message. Here are FIVE Sure Turnoffs for Candidates:- Vague or Absent Position Descriptions. Candidates will judge the professionalism of an employer on the detail and accuracy of a Position Description and/or their willingness to share…
Read More5 Tips For Recent Graduates Applying For Their First Job.
It can be pretty exciting and downright scary when you apply for your first professional role. You may have already applied for vacation or part-time jobs to help pay your way through your education, but now you are ready to take on your first career making role. So, what do you need to do when…
Read MoreTips on Planning a Career in Agriculture – Skills Acquisition
There are satisfying and wide-ranging career opportunities in agriculture from entry level right through to senior executive positions. A shortage of skills in many sectors of agribusiness make it an ideal sector in which to embark on a career. Those planning such a career should consider what type of work they enjoy doing and then…
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