Every year, millions of Australians are forced to play a nationwide game of “Guess the Real Time,” as clocks leap forward or backward, leaving us all in a state of perpetual jet lag without the luxury of a tropical holiday. Farmers hate it, parents dread it, and even the cows seem unimpressed (apparently, they don’t
Precision medicine offers significant advantages to healthcare and represents a range of opportunities to researchers and companies in Australia. Unlike traditional “one-size-fits-all” treatments, precision medicine combines genetic, environmental, and lifestyle data to tailor therapies to individual patients for improved clinical outcomes. This relies on access to cutting-edge technologies and infrastructure, and a suitably trained workforce.
This month, I started about 10 blogs and just could not get any of them right. So, I looked back at my past ones, and there was one about “The Why” that I thought I would expand on more. It is often what I ask candidates and clients – “Why are you doing it that
Here at mexec, we find Quantum fascinating. Here’s a primer to pique your interest – if you haven’t already! Keep an eye on this space! Translating Australia’s world-class research into clinical practice and improvements to public health is a lengthy but essential process. By leveraging quantum mechanics, many believe we are on the verge of
I have three questions to start with today. What do you think are the right answers? Question 1: How long should an executive CV be? Question 2: How long should a board CV be? Read further for more on the answers and, importantly, the why… When discussing CVs with potential Non–Executive Director (NED) candidates, I’m
In today’s job market, the traditional notion of job seeking has evolved. It’s no longer just about actively scouring job boards and sending out resumes; it’s about cultivating relationships and exploring opportunities proactively. One avenue often overlooked in this pursuit is engaging with recruiters, even when you’re not actively seeking a new role. While the
At mexec we often get asked a lot of questions like “Why I am not getting to interview for roles?”. Hopefully, this month’s list of helpful snippets may be of assistance. These are just some of the ‘Whys’ that Sue Forrest covers in the mexec jobstrategy ™ program. Reach out here to arrange a 15
Guest Blog by Mark Thomas One of the most challenging things I do daily as a recruiter is reject applications and let candidates know they won’t be progressing. As someone who has been through a period of unemployment myself, I understand the frustration and disappointment that come with being turned down for a position you
Guest Blog by Mark Thomas It’s no secret of recruitment that your network has tremendous value. Through building your personal and professional networks, you can create a lasting, tangible asset to develop your career further. ‘Networking’ is commonly used to describe the activities and interactions we undertake to establish new connections, exchange knowledge and information,
