How to avoid ‘all the gear and no idea’ in hiring

We all have different ways of presenting ourselves in different situations. We might talk or act differently at work than we do around family and friends. It’s called code-switching.  

But for people of diverse backgrounds, constantly changing who you are to fit in with a certain work culture takes an exhausting toll.  

Dwayne Good is the founder of Aboriginal-owned travel company, InTravel Group. He’ll explain why the subtle codes we sometimes have to live by at work are out-dated. And how to create a workplace where employees don’t need to switch.  

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Getting It Right is a Jobsbank podcast. It was produced by Deadset Studios and hosted by Rae Johnston.  

Find your downloadable Getting It Right Guide here; plus plenty more handy resources to help you with inclusive hiring at the Jobsbank Resource Centre. 

CREDITS

Host: Rae Johnston 

Deadset Studios executive producers: Kellie Riordan, Ann Chesterman, Rachel Fountain 

Deadset Studios producer: Luci McAfee 

Sound Design: Scott Stronach 

We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land on which this show was made. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A mentor can provide you with useful advice and a great sounding board to tease out workplace issues. But often women in particular are paired with a mentor, instead of being given a pay rise or promotion.  

So, who is mentoring actually benefitting? 

CEO of Jobsbank Karina Davis explains how you can build an effective mentoring plan that works for everyone involved.  

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Getting It Right is a Jobsbank podcast. It was produced by Deadset Studios and hosted by Rae Johnston.  

To find your downloadable Getting It Right Guide click here. Visit the Jobsbank Resource Centre for more information on inclusive employment and social procurement.    

CREDITS

Host: Rae Johnston 

Deadset Studios executive producers: Kellie Riordan, Ann Chesterman, Rachel Fountain 

Deadset Studios producer: Luci McAfee 

Sound Design: Scott Stronach 

We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land on which this show was made. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Unconscious bias doesn’t just resolve itself once you’re through the hiring process. There are probably barriers peppered throughout every level of your organisational structure.  

Whether it’s being flexible with your daily meeting times, considering alternate staff for promotions, or accommodating the needs of employees with caring responsibilities, we help you eliminate bias altogether. 

Andrea Ho, Discipline Lead at Australian Film Television and Radio School, can help you re-structure your policies with a few simple strategies. 

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Getting It Right is a Jobsbank podcast. It was produced by Deadset Studios and hosted by Rae Johnston.  

To find your downloadable Getting It Right Guide click here. Visit the Jobsbank Resource Centre for more information on inclusive employment and social procurement.    

CREDITS

Host: Rae Johnston 

Deadset Studios executive producers: Kellie Riordan, Ann Chesterman, Rachel Fountain 

Deadset Studios producer: Luci McAfee 

Sound Design: Scott Stronach 

We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land on which this show was made. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The lack of leadership diversity has been item one on company board agendas for a while now. But has enough been done to enable diverse voices at the top of your organisation? 

How can you re-design the seats at your leadership table? 

Peter Mousaferiadis, CEO of Cultural Infusion and founder of Diversity Atlas can help you implement a “top down” approach, making sure your organisation’s culture is there to support it.  

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Getting It Right is a Jobsbank podcast. It was produced by Deadset Studios and hosted by Rae Johnston.  

To find your downloadable Getting It Right Guide click here. Visit the Jobsbank Resource Centre for more information on inclusive employment and social procurement.    

CREDITS

Host: Rae Johnston 

Deadset Studios executive producers: Kellie Riordan, Ann Chesterman, Rachel Fountain 

Deadset Studios producer: Luci McAfee 

Sound Design: Scott Stronach 

We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land on which this show was made. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A certificate from a “job ready” course isn’t always going to guarantee your new employee will be able to hit the ground running.  

Hayden Heta is the managing director of construction company Wamarra, which helps Aboriginal workers find and stay in long-term employment. 

Hayden shares how he created a meaningful path to induct new employees and unlocks the key strategies you could utilise to create a smooth transition for workers into your organisation.  

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Getting It Right is a Jobsbank podcast. It was produced by Deadset Studios and hosted by Rae Johnston.  

To find your downloadable Getting It Right Guide click here. Visit the Jobsbank Resource Centre for more information on inclusive employment and social procurement.    

CREDITS

Host: Rae Johnston 

Deadset Studios executive producers: Kellie Riordan, Ann Chesterman, Rachel Fountain 

Deadset Studios producer: Luci McAfee 

Sound Design: Scott Stronach 

We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land on which this show was made. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Even with the best intentions, there’s probably bias lurking in every step of your hiring structure. So how can you identify where it’s hiding and remove it from your processes? 

Andrea Ho is the Discipline Lead at Australian Film, Television, and Radio School. She’ll give you helpful strategies and practical examples to ensure your hiring process is free of unconscious bias. 

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Getting It Right is a Jobsbank podcast. It was produced by Deadset Studios and hosted by Rae Johnston.  

To find your downloadable Getting It Right Guide click here. Visit the Jobsbank Resource Centre for more information on inclusive employment and social procurement.   

CREDITS

Host: Rae Johnston 

Deadset Studios executive producers: Kellie Riordan, Ann Chesterman, Rachel Fountain 

Deadset Studios producer: Luci McAfee 

Sound Design: Scott Stronach 

We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land on which this show was made. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If your aim is to create a dynamic, diverse workforce it makes sense to employ someone to pioneer that change.

A Diversity and Inclusion role specifically helps foster a space where your workforce can feel motivated, happy and engaged.

But it’s not just thinking about the people who currently work for your organisation. This role sets your company up to attract your future workforce.

Dr Theresa Smith Ruig is a Diversity and Inclusion specialist for Ignis Consulting. She gives you practical tips on policies, strategies and initiatives you can implement to ensure your diverse workforce is thriving.

Find out why you need this game-changing role within your organisation.

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Getting It Right is a Jobsbank podcast, produced by Deadset Studios and hosted by Rae Johnston.

Find your downloadable Getting It Right Guide here; plus plenty more handy resources to help you on inclusive hiring at the Jobsbank Resource Centre.

CREDITS

Host: Rae Johnston

Deadset Studios executive producers: Kellie Riordan, Ann Chesterman, Rachel Fountain

Deadset Studios producer: Luci McAfee

Sound design: Scott Stronach

We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land on which this show was made.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When it comes to inclusive procurement, treating every candidate the same isn’t always fair. Different people have different needs. So how can you adapt your processes so they’re fair?

Lisa Annese is the CEO of Diversity Council Australia. She unpacks what companies can do to tap into overlooked talent.

Unearth what practical frameworks you could incorporate in your hiring process to ensure you’ve got a fair approach.

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Getting It Right is podcast by Jobsbank. It was produced by Deadset Studios and hosted by Rae Johnston.

Access DCA's “Inclusive Recruitment At Work” report in full here; and make sure you download your episode guide here.  For more practical resources on inclusive procurement and social procurement visit the Jobsbank Resource Centre. 

CREDITS

Host: Rae Johnston

Deadset Studios executive producers: Kellie Riordan, Ann Chesterman, Rachel Fountain

Deadset Studios producer: Luci McAfee

Sound Design: Scott Stronach

We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land on which this show was made.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The pandemic brought working from home to the forefront but there’s more to a “flexible workplace” than just the address.

Jobsbank CEO Karina Davis packages up the tools you need to create an inclusive space where diversity can flourish.  

Find out how to open up shift rostering, build transparent operational plans, and implement innovative trials. These small changes just might transform your workplace.

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Getting It Right is podcast by Jobsbank. It was produced by Deadset Studios and hosted by Rae Johnston.

Click here to find your downloadable episode guide.

For more information, resources and handy tools on inclusive hiring and procurement visit  Resources | Jobsbank

CREDITS

Host: Rae Johnston

Deadset Studios executive producers: Kellie Riordan, Ann Chesterman, Rachel Fountain

Deadset Studios producer: Luci McAfee

Sound Design: Scott Stronach

We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land on which this show was made.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If your job ad looks like a Christmas wish list, there’s every chance your perfect candidate is too overwhelmed to apply.

It’s also unrealistic to think one hire can satisfy every issue in your organisation.

Dr Theresa Smith Ruig is a Diversity and Inclusion specialist for Ignis Consulting. She’ll help you refine your job ad to attract the candidate you’re seeking.  

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Getting It Right is a Jobsbank podcast, produced by Deadset Studios and hosted by Rae Johnston.

To find your downloadable Getting It Right Guide click here. Visit the Jobsbank Resource Centre for more information on inclusive employment and social procurement. 

CREDITS

Host: Rae Johnston

Deadset Studios executive producers: Kellie Riordan, Ann Chesterman, Rachel Fountain

Deadset Studios producer: Luci McAfee

Sound Design: Scott Stronach

We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land on which this show was made.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.