Why Face-to-Face Meetings Still Matter in Recruitment
By Jasmine Lewers. In my job at the front desk at CBC Staff Selection, I book candidates in for meetings with recruitment consultants every day. In doing this, I’ve noticed
Relocating to Cairns: Why People Choose to Live and Work Here
A job may begin the conversation, but career opportunities are rarely the only reason people relocate to Cairns. Family, lifestyle, community and a sense of belonging often determine whether a move becomes a long-term home.
The First 90 Days: Why Retention Starts Before Day One
Most employers have experienced the quiet relief that comes when a strong candidate accepts an offer. After the briefing, advertising, screening, interviews, reference checks and negotiation, there is a natural
Behind the Scenes of Recruitment: A View from CBC’s Front Desk
Article by Jasmine Lewers. Working at the front desk of a recruitment agency gives me a unique view of the recruitment process. I see the phone calls, interviews, changing schedules
The Strength of the FNQ Business Community
Far North Queensland has a way of reminding you that business is rarely just business. In larger markets, it can be easy for relationships to become transactional. In Cairns and
Why Great Candidates Often Don’t Apply for Jobs
There’s a common assumption in recruitment that the best candidates are actively searching for work. In reality, that’s often not the case. Some of the strongest professionals in the market
Why CBC Staff Selection Wore Purple on Fridays This May
Throughout May, you may have noticed something a little different around the CBC Staff Selection office: a sea of purple every Friday. This year, our team proudly took part in
National Recruiters Day: The Value of Local Knowledge and Human Connection
Today, on National Recruiters Day, it feels like a good opportunity to pause and recognise the work recruiters do behind the scenes every day, not just filling vacancies, but helping
The View From Above: Why Perspective Changes Everything
What feels overwhelming in the moment can look very different from a higher vantage point. In business and in life, perspective transforms disruption into development, rejection into redirection, and hiring into long-term strategy.
The Art of Attraction: How Employers Can Stand Out to Top Talent
There is a common assumption in recruitment that advertising a vacancy is enough to attract the right person for the role. In today’s market, that is often no longer the
