upskilled - ARTICLE portfolio
Upskilled is a registered training organisation in Sydney, Australia - providing online courses and professional development in fields such as business, IT, and community services.
Below are some of the latest samples of content I’ve written under them.(Some posted under marketing specialist Vanessa Ciabatti, but written by me.)
Empowering caregivers - Australia's aged care sector gets a significant wage rise
On the 15th of March, 2024, Australian aged care workers made history by winning wage increases of up to 28% – a landmark decision by the Fair Work Commission (FWC) after years of advocacy by the Health Services Union (HSU).
Accepting a job for less money: when is it worth it?
Accepting jobs for a pay cut have become increasingly common among Australian workers, provided they cater to the now-evolved priorities of modern-day workers.
Before we dive into the reasons for accepting jobs with less pay, let’s explore a common question among beginner job seekers.
Budgeting 101: Managing Your Money
As Australia grapples with its rising costs of living, money management and budgeting has never been more critical.
Here's How to Establish Your Personal Brand in 2024
As you map out your career goals for 2024, it may help to also invest in your professional image. Alternatively known as your “personal brand”, this acts as a distinct signature that sets you apart from others in the modern job market. When done right, you may just gain the recognition necessary to move up in your industry.
What we can learn from offices switching to a four-day week
In 2018, New Zealand-based company Perpetual Guardian decided to trial the effects of implementing a four-day work week. The experiment was supervised over two months, yielding some surprisingly positive results – including a productivity increase of up to 20 percent.
Top 5 skills you need as a freelancer
With the rising number of millennials embracing the “gig economy”, and more businesses open to outsourcing expertise, freelancers may just be the workforce of the future. It’s possible to gain a lucrative career out of “being your own boss” – but of course, this comes with having a crucial set of both soft and technical skills under your belt.