Networking. It’s a topic has been written about a thousand times over, yet it continues to be as relevant as ever – even if you aren’t currently in the market for a job. After all, you never know when you might need your contacts, so it’s important to understand how to build your network effectively! It’s no secret that in our modern world, we’r...

After the initial onboarding period, it’s easy to get so accustomed to the presence of your newest team member that you simply leave them to get on with their role. We get it – it’s hard to make time for everything when you’re busy, but ‘set and forget’ isn’t the best way to get the most out of your new hire. Once the first few months on the job...

It’s every company’s worst nightmare: you’ve put together a strong team, business performance is ticking over nicely and then unexpectedly, one of your senior executives announces their departure. At this level, finding the next executive to fill their shoes can seem like a tricky assignment and unwanted headache – especially knowing having the ...

We've all done it – started telling a story, only to realise too late we've gone on too long and our audience’s eyes are glazing over. No one wants to be that person, much less during a job interview. So, how much should you really be talking in an interview? When it comes to interview chatter, in a lot of cases, less is more. Although you want ...

As she returned to her desk with a cup of tea last week, Lisa Canning declared to anyone listening, “I spent most of my youth actively trying NOT to be like my mother.” She sighed. “But I can’t fight it anymore…I am EXACTLY like my mother.” She laughed. We laughed. Then, things went quiet. “My values, the way I think, the way I talk, walk, the w...

People Equity recently contributed to helping Jo-Anne Bawden embark on a journey to India (alongside 19 other female leaders), supporting the amazing work of The Hunger Project Australia. On the back of Jo's trip, we thought there was more that could be done to promote not just the impactful role that she has played in the global fight against w...

As we all know, having competent, dedicated and high-performing leaders shapes a business’s culture and brings out the best from our teams. However, in the competitive retail recruitment market, attracting top talent to your company can be tough, and it’s no wonder that we see so many of our clients exploring innovative ways to attract talent. I...

It’s inevitable that companies lose talent at one point or another, leaving gaps that are difficult to fill. Of course, bridging that void takes time and it can be very costly. So, how do you ensure that your key leaders are nurtured and ready to “step up” when required? Developing a succession plan relies on two core areas, both of which are as...

With the new year well underway, this is an excellent time to assess your leadership development strategy for 2019. Whether you’re new to leading or already have a solid management track record behind you, we are firm believers that leaders at every level should always be seeking new ideas to grow and take their careers to new heights. Stagnatio...

When I started People Equity in 2006, I was very clear about what I was setting out to do. The vision was always to become a specialised recruitment firm in the Retail, FMCG and Consumer space, with deep networks of talent across all the key disciplines. ‘Quality’ and ‘value’ were the cornerstones of the business, and everything we do reflects t...