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​We are pleased to announce that Belinda Wiggins, has transitioned from Managing Director to Executive Chair. Belinda has been the driving force behind BWS for close to 20 years...

​In today's competitive job market, finding the right talent can be a challenging, time consuming, and costly process - particularly if an organisation chooses to handle it in-h...

​​In today's competitive business landscape, attracting and maintaining high-calibre staff is crucial for the success and growth of any company. High-quality employees bring inn...

​Like many industries in recent years, the recruitment world has undergone significant transformation following the emergence of AI-powered tools. While artificial intelligence ...

​​Last week, for the first time, the difference between what men and women are paid, as a median (that is, the middle value when the pay of male and female employees within a co...

​​In the ever-evolving world of business, organisations are constantly seeking innovative approaches to meet their workforce needs. As we journey into the year 2024, the spotlig...

​​There is no doubt that the cost of making a new hire - and retaining them has skyrocketed, so what’s the solution to keeping costs down at a time when everyone is looking to c...

​Despite the recent downturn in the Australian economy, there's more to the picture than initially meets the eye. While various sectors have encountered challenges, this period...

​​Job hunting can be an exciting and overwhelming experience. It’s always a great feeling to have multiple job offers to choose from, but it can also be a challenge to decide wh...

​Unfortunately, despite the many measures and policies organisations take to ensure they hire the best people for their roles, occasionally a business may encounter unexpected ...

​​For a long time, temp work has been looked at as simply a passing through point to something better. A legitimate working option, but not a first choice. It was widely conside...

​​It's not surprising that 'The Great Resignation' is getting so much attention and media coverage. The semantics alone are enough to get businesses worried. Plus, the prospect ...

​​With much of the world now free from COVID restrictions (or very close to it), the focus has turned to what is set to be the next big challenge for businesses - "the great res...

​​Australia has fallen behind much of the rest of the world when it comes to moving past lockdowns and starting our “COVID normal” life. While it’s been frustrating for many, it...

​While the Australian Government’s official policy on receiving the COVID-19 vaccination is that it is free and voluntary, it aims to have as many Australians vaccinated as poss...

​Partnering with a specialised recruitment agency can be highly beneficial - not only to your hiring managers, but to your whole company. As ‘workplace matchmakers’, recruitmen...

​Since the introduction of the new national NDIS Worker Screening requirements for registered NDIS providers on the 1st February 2021, NDS members have reported significant dela...

​According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, Australia’s population is ageing as a result of sustained low fertility and increasing life expectancy. Australia has been war...

​​Work-life balance is adjusting your day-to-day activities to achieve a sense of balance between work life and personal life. ​The COVID-19 pandemic forced millions of workers ...

​Why job ads are attracting fewer candidates….There seems to be a very common misconception in the Australian job market at the moment – and that’s that there are so many candid...

​What a transformational year! 2020 has been the year like no other. That is stating the obvious as our conversations have changed between the weather and the AFL season these l...

The COVID-19 outbreak continues to impact businesses in different ways, ranging from minimal to existential threat. Government efforts to contain the outbreak through mobility r...

Well it happened!! Last week, despite all the hard work and sacrifices made by so many Melburnians, Greater Melbourne was put back into stage 3 lockdown restrictions! I have spo...

With the economy in recovery mode, and an undeniable sense of uncertainty about what will happen in the future, contracting solutions offer businesses the opportunity to hire so...

Many people say, if you want to know what’s going on with the economy – ask a Recruiter. We tend to be that barometer, and it’s easy to see why! Job losses combined with a fall ...

The continuing coronavirus epidemic illustrates just how many global supply chains rely on offshore manufacturing. Now, with quarantine as the most reliable methodology for COVI...

As some parts of the world continue to struggle through the COVID-19 pandemic, some parts of Australia and the world are starting to ease restrictions in order to limit the econ...

Lately, many of us have been turning to digital tools even more to help us connect and get things done – and we have certainly experienced this in the recruitment industry. We h...

​There is no doubt that COVID-19 has had a major impact on businesses all over the country (and world) – so what positives can we take out of this, and how will it affect the wa...

Tips and Tricks to Remain Productive When Working From HomeAs the COVID-19 virus continues to spread around the world it is forcing us into a “new normal”, and part of this is, ...

Becks Wiggins Stokes would like to take this opportunity to spread awareness of the health status of men worldwide, particularly in light of the COVID19 pandemic.Men in most cou...

​We live in a rapidly changing world, and one of the greatest challenges for a business is staying relevant to their target market. Customers / clients have far more distraction...

​Emotional intelligence (also known as EQ) is one of the most in-demand skills in 2020. When it comes to recruiting, it is considered just as important as IQ. The workplace is a...

​The start of the year is a popular time for job seekers and according to experts it is also the time when many employers are looking to bring in new talent. So if you’re thinki...

​Emotional intelligence (also known as EQ) is one of the most in-demand skills in 2020. So, what is emotional intelligence? Co-author of Emotional Intelligence 2.0, Travis Bradb...

​Let’s make this clear – your interview begins the moment you initiate contact with the organisation – be it a recruitment firm, or the actual company you hope to work for. How ...

Attending networking events opens you up to new contacts, new leads and new insights in areas like current trends in your industry. Research shows that 74% of people who attend ...

Since 1995 we have been sourcing Accounting and Finance staff, for a multitude of clients over a multitude of sectors.As the industry has evolved so have we! I thought I would s...

It can seem so harmless, but there is a fine line between idle chit chat around the water cooler and negative, hurtful gossip about someone in the workplace. Although it can be ...

Whether you are an employee or an employer, this short read will be beneficial for both sides of the fence. Hiring remains very competitive today, and that means the recruiting ...

There are a few reasons why you may be in the position to attend an internal interview; an organisational restructure which has resulted in a newly created role or you’re requir...

Receptionists are key to a business’ customer service, professionalism and workflow - unless of course you have put a robot or answering machine on your front line!Your receptio...

It is commonplace for managers to ask employees for honest feedback in the workplace these days however, receiving constructive feedback may not always be easy - especially when...

In today’s world of information overload, how can you get your email noticed when you’re trying to attract clients, applying for a job or just getting your boss’s attention?Very...

​The perfect handshake consists of a firm grip and three shakes that symbolise "Please.Hire.Me"Watch video here

​As recruiters we know very well top candidates don’t stay in the market long. There is an increasing need to speed up the recruitment process as an ‘active’ candidate may have ...

It’s not an easy task to find your ideal employee. Whilst you will be provided with a short list of suitable candidates from your recruitment agency or HR team, ultimately it co...

Ever wondered what skills, background or experience is required when applying for a position in recruitment? Belinda Wiggins our Director gives us a snap shot of what we look fo...

What are your transferable skills? Transferable skills are a core set of skills and abilities that are portable in a variety of organisations and industries. Furthermore they ca...

You are looking for a job and have decided to apply for a role with a recruiter. You have successfully obtained an interview with a recruiter but unfortunately you were unsucces...

Mentally healthy workplaces are something a growing number of Australian businesses are striving to create.While employers are responsible for most of the heavy lifting when it ...

​There is a fundamental link between a Healthy mind and Healthy body, if you have staff who adopt these then you end up with a healthy and productive workplace.How do these corr...

“This is the first time I have been to a recruitment agency”, a candidate said the other day. Surprisingly this is not unusual for us to hear. Our response is always the same…ma...

​Veronique explains why you should not ask about the salary of the position at your initial interview, and provides us with alternative questions to ask. From our perspective as...

Inaugural Recruitment Bites with Belinda Wiggins. We will be coming to you weekly with segments on all things recruitment. Follow our page to stay in touch. Have a great week fr...