A comprehensive career guide for new arrivals in Australia Finally, a complete life and career guide for migrants to Australia, giving them the best chance of success! Migrant Success 101 provides comprehensive know-how and encouragement for potential migrants, newcomers and established migrants struggling to reach … Continue Reading
Your Business
Five business strategies to get you up when the economy is down
Every few years, the business cycle turns down and things get tough. For good business people this is a sign to get going, because … Continue Reading
Family Business -What do we know about them?
Family business has a very low profile in Australia. Despite this, a 2013 inquiry by the Australian Parliament Senate, reported … Continue Reading
Your Career
How Immigrants Can Succeed In Australia
1. Have realistic expectations- Most immigrants I have met expect to land a job immediately in Australia at the same level they were at in their home country. I tell them to be realistic and to think about how long … Continue Reading
Tips for Newcomers Seeking Employment in Australia
Common Employment Challenges: New migrants to Australia can face considerable challenges when looking for work in their field. Difficulties can range from a lack of knowledge about the labour market and recruitment … Continue Reading
Top 5 things to avoid to make a successful impression with your resume
As an experienced Recruiter and Resume Writer when it comes to CV's/resumes I really have seen the good, the bad and the extremely ugly. Whilst resumes should have personality, there are some very common mistakes … Continue Reading
Your Money
Tips to Finding the right home to buy
There’s no one “right way” to go about finding a home. But here are a few tips that may make the process a little easier and remove some of the anxiety associated with making what is, for most people, their largest single purchase in life. The first thing to do is determine how much you can afford and what type of … [Read More...]
5 Common Money Mistakes
People often complain about not having enough money. The main reason for this is that they miscalculate their finances. No matter how smart you are, there must be a mistake you’re making which is denting your finances. The five common mistakes people make regarding their finances are: They don’t create an emergency … [Read More...]
How to Negotiate the Best Deal on a New Car
Now that you’re all set to buy a new car, what if you can buy it at a price lower than the dealer’s selling price? That’s right, that is possible. Car dealers are very smart; they have been selling cars for years. They have dealt with all kinds of people and know how to manipulate words to make a sale. If you’ve done … [Read More...]
Your LifeStyle
My Secret Double Life
Many times, I wake up at 5am, and prepare for a challenging, yet rewarding day at work as a Safety Management Systems Auditor. Just before I leave the house, I quickly calculate the time difference, to ensure I don’t wake anyone up before calling Ghana, my other home. All of us migrants in Australia know […]
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- The boost students need to overcome obstacles | Anindya Kundu September 25, 2017How can disadvantaged students succeed in school? For sociologist Anindya Kundu, grit and stick-to-itiveness aren't enough; students also need to develop their agency, or their capacity to overcome obstacles and navigate the system. He shares hopeful stories of students who have defied expectations in the face of personal, social and institutional challenges.Anindya Kundu