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5 Reasons why you should Psych test your candidates
06 September 2023Psychological testing or psychometric testing gives you information that you wouldn't normally get. So why wouldn't you do it?
Step One for Better Teams
01 May 2023‘Intelligence’ is not just being book smart. Improve your team productivity, cohesion, and performance with EQ. Here, we give you step one...
Detailed IVI data and Vacancy Report (January 2023)
27 March 2023Data Alert. The number of job advertisements has increased over January 2023 by the three-month moving average.
Detailed IVI data and Vacancy Report (December 2022)
21 March 2023Data Alert. The Job Vacancy is in for December.
Putting Your Eggs in the Right Basket
09 November 2022Psychological Testing is not designed to be a crystal ball, but it proven to provide an insight into how a potential future employee might perform in their work and with your team.
Unsure if your Candidate’s the right one? Find out by booking our Psychological Testing now!
11 August 2022As a result of extensive research, Psychological tests have been the most thoroughly developed tool for candidate selection.
AI and Automation - an ABC Article
26 April 2022Artificial intelligence and automation are already here in recruitment.
HR Consulting
11 April 2022With over 18 years of experience in both Recruitment, HR and Psychology; we are well equipped to provide you with evidence-based, data-driven recommendations on a range of different topics.
Power BI And Automation
11 April 2022Here at JP Smith, we are experimenting with the Microsoft automation suite.
A lot of factors can affect your future employee’s work performance and having a psychological profile as part of the recruitment process will give you information and confidence in finding the best candidate.
Our Birthday
13 October 2020October is one of our favourite months. Do you want to know why, 'cause it's our Birthday! Here’s a quick rundown of the last 16 years….
Job Maker
13 October 2020Social and economic landscape changes are coming! Know what’s on the radar..
JP Smith does Team Building
13 October 2020You’ve asked for it. We will be launching our newest service, Team Building for everyone! Read more….
Skills Testing
13 October 2020You need to know the hard skills when it comes to interviewing and recruiting new staff. Our skills testing platform is available for you to use right now.
Watch this Space! New Service Coming…
17 September 2020By the beginning of 2021, JP Smith will be launching a brand new service for… drumroll… Team Building!
What's the Employment Outlook?
01 April 2020A look at the changing terrain of the current workforce.
Recruitment, Technology and Working in a Crisis
01 April 2020A review of how our work has changed and what that means for you, our clients.
Australian Employment Rates – The Year That Was
12 December 2019The year is coming to an end, and with it comes the end to another decade. Although the common consensus is that “history never repeats itself”, as any recruiter will tell you, “past behaviour is the best indicator of future behaviour”...
2019’s Top Five Occupations and Industries – Our Perspective
12 December 2019A rundown of the most common occupations we've recruited for this year and which industries were the busiest.
Psychometric Testing - What does it really do?
12 December 2019The ABC wrote an article on the topic - here are our thoughts.
Casual/Temp Staff - The Law Says Yes!
14 October 2019A rundown of our temp services and a quick survey on them.
A Glance at Failures in New Hires
01 October 2019High turnover and underperforming staff are sure indicators that something's up. But how do you get the right staff into the right roles?
What exactly does our process look like? The 10 Steps to Successful Recruitment!
Recruitment - “Quick and Quality” – No!
22 July 2019Is a "quick and quality" outcome in Recruitment really feasible?
Why Invest in Executive Search?
19 July 2019Some saliant points to consider when recruiting for your next C-Suite Executive.
The Profile of a Good Temp
19 July 2019Many Recruitment Firms will tell you that their temporary employees are good. But what does a good temporary employee look like?
Your Culture and why it’s Critical to Know
19 July 2019Everyone talks about culture; but how is it that you can discover what your culture is?
The Executive Team
08 March 2019A brief definition of the Executive Team and some questions to ask yourself regarding your company's management.
How can I get these benefits for my organisation?
08 March 2019A rundown on our Executive Search process, outcomes and benefits.
5 Reasons You Can Have A PR Degree and Succeed in HR
08 March 2019Public Relations is used by corporations to communicate with external stakeholders. So, how can a degree in PR assist someone in becoming a successful Recruiter? Here is a list of 5 skills that both PR and HR have in common . . .
Advantages of Temp Recruitment
02 July 2018Recruitment consultancies and agencies are usually one of two types; they either specialise in permanent recruitment or temporary recruitment. What are temps and what's in it for you?
Souths Sponsorship
09 November 2017JP Smith is proud to be business/corporate sponsors of the Southern District Magpies Cricket Club.
Non Financial Benefits
14 September 2017Sophie Mexted gives some real-world advice on non-financial benefits for employees.
JP Smith are now doing video blogs re jobs.
12 September 2017JP Smith are now doing video blogs!
Resume Day!
31 July 2017JP Smith Recruitment and HR are offering a resume advice service to the public, free of charge.
IS YOUR HR MANAGEMENT IN CHECK?
20 December 2016The team at JP Smith Recruitment & HR work hard to find suitable candidates who are motivated to stay in your company and thrive. However, as an employer, are you doing your part? When was the last time that you reviewed your HR Management practices? After all, the effective management of your human capital is key to staff retention.
HR Audits – The Paperwork Behind the People
19 December 2016“What is an HR Audit?” is almost always the first question I am asked when introducing this service to clients. Often business owners have never even heard the term “HR Audit” before, let alone its purpose and the benefits it can provide. In short, an HR Audit is the process of examining every policy and procedure that effects an employee. Here is a brief run down on how they work and additionally, why they are important to your business.
Is Your Leadership Team Ready for 2017?
19 December 2016Christmas is already upon us and before too long we will be stepping back into the office in January to commence a new working year. Many of us have plans in place as to how we will grow profitability in 2017 however, are your leaders and managers best positioned for success? Why not put them to the test?
Work life integration
02 December 2016Our Director and Psychologist, Jamie Smith talks with the Chronicle about work life integration.
National Psychology week is about to commence for another year. Here are just some of the ways JP Smith Recruitment and HR contributes to the community with the help of our in house Psychologists.
Don’t be a Fool to a Fake Referee! (Plus 4 more Steps Towards a Robust Reference Check)
07 September 2016Screening candidates is often overlooked by hiring managers when the time to fill the position, or a lack of suitable candidates, takes priority over finding the perfect fit for the business. It is something that needs to be taken seriously however, as hiring an employee without properly vetting their skills or experience can lead to terrible outcomes for the business.
3 Good Questions to get the Most from your Interview
06 September 2016As the Director of JP Smith Recruitment and HR, I am in the fortunate position that many of our clients contact me with a wide array of Recruitment and HR queries. One of the most common questions I get is, “What should I be quizzing for during the interview to get the right information?” I think we’ve all been told too many times what we are not supposed to ask during the interview, so here are three good questions to get the most from your interview.
Make the Most of your Recruitment Partner
06 September 2016At JP Smith Recruitment and HR, the two most common reasons we see for organisations wanting to work with us is either because they don’t have the time to conduct a full and comprehensive recruitment exercise themselves, or they feel they don’t have the expertise to recruit effectively. In either case, they need a recruitment Partner to guide, mentor and support a robust recruitment process. However, all the recruiting expertise in the world won’t net a good result, unless organisations are willing to enter into an open and mutually beneficial relationship with our consultancy. Whoever you work with, it is important to know how to make the most of your recruitment partner to ensure success.
Resume Building Service
15 August 2016The goal of any Resume or CV is to assist you in securing an interview. Many people tend to forget that they are essentially your "first impression" to any potential employer and as a result they need to be treated as such.
New Executive Search Video
20 July 2016JP Smith Recruitment and Human Resources are pleased to announce the release of the new video highlighting our Executive Search service.
Launch of Executive Search service
06 June 2016We are pleased to announce the launch of our Executive Search Service.
Heritage Business Excellence Awards 2015
07 October 2015We would like to say a big thank you to the clients and candidates who nominated us for the Heritage Business Excellence Awards.
Outplacement - Video by Declan
21 July 2015Outplacement services are an important consideration when looking to downsize. In our first video news post, Declan discusses the significant benefits to be gained by providing assistance to your outgoing staff.
Outplacement - An important service to consider
21 July 2015Outsourced temporary employees provide a flexible solution to meet uncertain workload increases whilst providing direct management and control over those working for your business. Consider sourcing temps through an outsource provider as an alternative to direct hires and outsourcing of entire tasks…
Exploring a candidate with transferable skills opens the hiring process to an almost limitless opportunity to find a new staff member who is the right fit for your business and who may well stay longer than the candidate with the most desirable direct experience…
An often overlooked factor of redundancies is the emotional needs of retained staff - the last thing a business needs is to action a series of redundancies only to lose remaining staff or experience reductions in productivity on the back of a significant drop in morale. Fortunately, there are tried and proven ways to manage the morale of retained staff through all stages of a downsizing.
Performing for Profit Seminar
09 September 2014The Crowe Horwath "Performing for Profit" seminar where Jamie Smith answered queries on staff performance matters.
Have you thought about who is looking at your Facebook Profile? Social Media is here to stay; it opens the lines of communication in times where people are finding less free time to keep in contact with loved ones. It is fun to share memories of events and parties, but if you are applying for a position where a level of conformity or professionalism is required – I would advise exercising some caution.
JP Smith is now on Facebook
21 June 2013We now have a FB presence. Feel free to drop by. http://www.facebook.com/pages/JP-Smith-Recruitment-and-HR/154742507909022
At the recent Industrial and Organisational Psychology Conference in Brisbane, one of the most talked about themes was the impact of social networking within the workplace. We have all heard about disrupted productivity and decreased attention to detail but it was amazing to hear the number of positives that psychologists had noted with regards to this new phenomenon.
It really is all the rage now – social networking. If the ‘seven degrees of separation’ paradigm seemed a bit farfetched before, it certainly isn’t now. The minute you register a new friend on Facebook or colleague on LinkedIn, you are hit with a barrage of ‘other people you might know’ from your new friend/colleague’s contact list – and chances are you know at least some of them.
Social Networking in Businesses
31 May 2013Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and now the new Google+ seem to be the hot topic on everyone’s lips, from tweens to top business owners and businesses. Social networking provides an unmitigated smorgasbord of social interaction, though is it something that should be taken so lightly as just social interaction?
Encouraging a Positive Working Culture
28 May 2013We all know a positive work place creates higher staff motivation and morale, which in turn, leads to greater productivity and output. We all know that a positive work place leads to happier staff, which then increases employee retention which can help reduce turnover costs.
Change Management; Post Election/Selection
09 May 2013Effective change management is an integral part of a business’s make up in this fast-paced and dynamic age of advancement. This advancement is in all aspects of business and can be related to the specific human resources as well as technological and environmental aspects of a business.
Employee Assistance Program’s (EAP’s) are an innovative and useful tool in establishing a supportive network for yourself and your staff.
The Benefits of an EAP for You and Your Staff
03 May 2013To understand the benefits an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) can have for you and your staff, you must first understand what an EAP is.
EAP Proofing Your Organization
30 April 2013Like all good plans, EAPs can come unstuck if logical steps are not taken in order to ensure the seamless transition into your workplace.
Best Practice Recruitment – The Finishing Touches!
02 April 2013You have been through the arduous task of sifting through resumes, you have shortlisted and you have narrowed it down to one candidate, but best practice recruitment does not stop once the letter of offer has been signed.
Five, no-nonsense tips, that will ensure you instil best practice in your recruitment operations.
03 March 2013As the quality of the applicants will depend on the quality of the recruitment practices in place, ensuring best practice throughout the recruiting process is paramount.
5 Points to Remember to Help do the Best Recruitment Job
02 March 2013Five, no-nonsense tips, that will ensure you instil best practice in your recruitment operations.
Requesting a Temp - as Easy as 1,2,3
05 February 2013There are many benefits in having a temp in your business.
Maintain or Increase your Business Activity!
12 December 2012We can assist your business with Temporary employees. If your business experiences change or faces the challenge of effectively maintaining or increasing output at any one time, then we can help you.
Five Interesting Facts About Awards
18 October 2012Awards are known to be a complex but essential part of business life.
Benefits of a Temporary Candidate within your Business
21 February 2012Recognising and providing solutions to your business’ staffing needs is not always an easy process.