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Book Recommendations for National Book Lovers Day
It’s National Book Lovers Day. So here, some of Team Gembridge’s own book lovers list what they’re reading and loving or planning to read soon…
Reflections on Volunteering & the Impact of Practical Help
This week, Team Gembridge spent a day volunteering at Our Village. Gembridge was more than happy to lend a hand (or 14!) to help Our Village in their vision of “Share more. Waste less. Every child thrives.” Here are three reflections from the team about the day of volunteering.
Transferable Skills
Transferable skills are abilities and qualities that can be applied across different roles, industries and situations. By highlighting your transferable skills effectively, you can help boost your chances of standing out to recruiters and hiring managers.
Confidence in Your Interviews
Searching for the next step in your career takes time and effort. In an interview, you have a short time to showcase your experience and address why you think you’re the most suited candidate. Here are some pointers to make you feel more confident and ready to impress during your interview.
Starting a New Job, Tessa’s Tips & Tricks!
If the idea of starting a new job leaves you feeling overwhelmed and nervous, you’re not alone. Here are Tessa’s tips and tricks to make sure your first day, isn’t the worst day!
Major Gifts - Tessa's Recent Learnings & Tips
Tessa is continuously learning and sharing gems of wisdom and tips from seasoned fundraising leaders and insights from exploring the wonderful world of philanthropy. With a growth mindset, there are always learning opportunities.
Levelling Up Your To-Do List
Wendy Cole from iMastery is an integral partner of Gembridge. She is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to getting through your work day in the most productive, streamlined way. Here, Wendy has revealed her top tips for us to use…
Surviving EOFY As a Fundraiser
While EOFY can feel like an abundance of high stakes and high stress, it is important to stay grounded, maintain a positive attitude, and look after your wellbeing. Here we dive into some tips on surviving EOFY as a fundraiser.
Navigating Challenges in a Candidate Short Market
It's no secret that we've been in a candidate short market for some time, and the difficulties in finding suitable candidates are only likely to continue. While the market remains competitive, a clear, proactive approach can make all the difference in attracting and retaining top talent.
Professional Development – Seeking & Embracing Opportunities
Professional Development can be a tricky thing to discuss with your manager, but it shouldn’t be a conversation left out altogether. Use it as an opportunity to learn and grow within your field.
Hope For Inclusive AI
One of my concerns about AI is its impact on equality and diversity. If the algorithms rely on historical data to make predictions and decisions, and if this data reflects gender stereotypes or inequality, we will perpetuate and amplify the existing biases.
Pros and Cons of Using AI in Job Applications
With the rising popularity of generative Artificial Intelligence tools, we are seeing an increase in candidates using it to write their job applications. Here we explore some of the pros and cons to help you make an informed decision on if and how you want to use it.
The Tone of Your Nervous System is the Tone of Your Life
Unna Goldsworthy shares her knowledge and thought-provoking research with us. The tone of your nervous system is the tone of your life. By understanding the interplay between our instinctual and rational minds, and by reshaping our beliefs, we can set a new tone—one that supports our wellbeing, enhances our performance, and unlocks our potential.
Steiner Conference 2024
Recently, Michelle delivered a workshop about Recruitment & Retention at the Steiner Education Australia’s Government Leadership and Management Conference. After managing several recruitment searches in the Steiner community, it was a wonderful opportunity to connect with delegates and help navigate recruitment challenges.
Milestone: 5 Years of Gembridge
Starting with an idea, a vision and coffee in my office of one… to 5 years of Gembridge! Here are 5 key highlights.
Being A Leader, No Matter Your Job Title
What if you don’t hold a management position or leadership team role? Can you still be a leader? If you’re anything like me, you have asked yourself this many times over the course of your work life.
What Are Some Qualities of Great Leaders?
A core component of leadership is harnessing positive influence to achieve desired goals for a business. We understand that leadership is not easy, so here we explore some key qualities we believe set a truly great leader apart.
Demonstrating Your Leadership Capability (or Potential) in a Job Interview
Whether you have extensive leadership experience, or want to step into your first management role, an interview panel will be looking for evidence of your leadership capability or potential. Let’s look at some insights and strategies to effectively demonstrate your leadership aptitude during interviews.
Year of the Dragon
What better way to start the year than with sprinklings of good luck and fortune for a great Year of the Dragon!
Gem Spotlight - Malu Fabello
Malu Fabello joined Team Gembridge in January 2024. Here, we learn more about Malu and a bit about the experiences that shape who she is today.