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Survey shows money talks for Kiwi IT contractors
Hays

Survey shows money talks for Kiwi IT contractors

The dollars on offer are the driving force for IT contractors when it comes to selecting their next project, according to a new report from Hays.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Wed, 9th Aug 2017
Is the annual performance review too delayed to be effective?
Hays

Is the annual performance review too delayed to be effective?

Survey shows 63% of NZ managers want to swap yearly reviews for regular, timely feedback sessions, to boost performance.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Thu, 22nd Jun 2017
Eight chosen for first NZ employment social enterprise accelerator
Accelerator

Eight chosen for first NZ employment social enterprise accelerator

Launchpad Work, run by the Ākina Foundation, will work closely with the eight enterprises across a six-month period to accelerate their growth.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Wed, 17th May 2017
Millennials seek work-life balance in long-term careers - study
Health Technologies

Millennials seek work-life balance in long-term careers - study

A new study reveals millennials prioritise work-life balance over flashy perks, prompting PeopleKeys to launch a tool for better managing and motivating them.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Tue, 9th May 2017
The future of automation in the workplace: increasing productivity and the emergence of New Collar workers
IT Automation

The future of automation in the workplace: increasing productivity and the emergence of New Collar workers

Automation is happening, whether we like it or not. And understandably, both employees and employers are fearful about the changes it will bring.

By Ian Scott • 5 min read • Tue, 11th Apr 2017
Govt launches new online employment resource for young people
Government

Govt launches new online employment resource for young people

Government launches online resource to help young people enter workforce with key behaviours and attitudes for employability skills.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 1st Mar 2017
Employee claims he's owed $100,000 by Kiwi tech company in liquidation
Payment Technologies

Employee claims he's owed $100,000 by Kiwi tech company in liquidation

If you were owed $100k from your company, you'd feel pretty aggrieved wouldn't you? Ex-employee, Lawrence Sami certainly feels that way.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Fri, 16th Sep 2016

Global Stories

Employment stories

CompTIA holds ANZ Channel event to help businesses attract and retain talent
Partner Programmes

CompTIA holds ANZ Channel event to help businesses attract and retain talent

CompTIA's ANZ Channel Community meeting in Sydney focused on attracting and retaining talent in a multi-generational workforce.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Apr 2017
Tech boom creates too few jobs – and the point is?
IT Industry

Tech boom creates too few jobs – and the point is?

The outcome is clear: though tech-driven growth has recovered, it seems that growth has been delivered at a lower level of employment.

By Andrew White • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Oct 2016
A new door opens for Quick Heal Technologies in India
Quick Heal Technologies

A new door opens for Quick Heal Technologies in India

Vijay Mhaskar appointed as Chief Operating Officer of Quick Heal Technologies, responsible for strategic growth and building the brand.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Oct 2016
The Aussie stats behind LinkedIn's 100 million APAC membership swell
Social Networking

The Aussie stats behind LinkedIn's 100 million APAC membership swell

8 million Australian professionals are now on LinkedIn, whose membership numbers across the APAC region have just swelled to more than 100 million.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Aug 2016
The Kiwi stats behind LinkedIn's 100 million APAC membership swell
LinkedIn

The Kiwi stats behind LinkedIn's 100 million APAC membership swell

New stats from LinkedIn's Talent Trends survey show membership's been growing strong in the Asia Pacific region, reaching 100 million professionals.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Aug 2016
Is office culture hurting your chance at success?
Hybrid & Remote Work

Is office culture hurting your chance at success?

Could your office setting be stifling your potential? Tech startups champion the shift to remote work for greater success and productivity.

By Benjamin Brandall • 5 min read • Wed, 13th Jul 2016
Employee engagement surveys crucial to organisational change
Qualtrics

Employee engagement surveys crucial to organisational change

Employee engagement surveys are one of the crucial drivers in delivering and enhancing employee engagement programs, according to Qualtrics.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 6th Jul 2016
Employee engagement the secret to business success
Data Analytics

Employee engagement the secret to business success

Investing in employee engagement is crucial for success, says survey by Qualtrics. Regular pulse surveys are key.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Jun 2016
Businesses are recognising the power of upskilling
eLearning

Businesses are recognising the power of upskilling

Online learning is quickly becoming the primary means of upskilling, providing measurable value to businesses and their tech pros.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Jun 2016

Stories from Other Regions

Employment stories

Now's the time to hire: Australian IT workers cautiously positive about employment outlook
IT Industry

Now's the time to hire: Australian IT workers cautiously positive about employment outlook

The Australian IT industry seems to be positive about employment prospects but there are still areas ripe for talent acquisition, new survey finds.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 21st Nov 2016