Careers and Industry

With the rapid pace of change that technology has brought upon us, millions of people are reskilling and upskilling to future-proof their careers. Sure, some are learning code to create the AI. And others are developing advances in automation. But the wisest are honing their human-centric skills. After all, these are the qualities that futurists…

In the not too distant future, being innovative will be as important as technical skill. In fact according to Deloitte, soft-skill intensive jobs will account for two thirds of the market by 2030. Ranging from the capacity to self-manage through to the ability to communicate effectively, development of soft skills is now key to finding…

Social media marketing has become vital for business in the digital era and Instagram influencers have become the perfect conduit between brands and consumers. Instagram is one of the most popular social media platforms in the world, with over 1 billion users accessing the platform every month. While it’s a great place to share and…

This November, Open Universities Australia (OUA) teamed up with Qantas and a panel of Australian business leaders to discuss the age-old topic of how to effectively manage your time. The topic was chosen by Qantas magazine editor-in-chief, Kirsten Galliott, because time management is something that impacts all of us – whether you’re a uni student…

What could be more stimulating than bringing to life a physical structure, straight out of your mind’s eye? That’s what draws architects to their craft – the ability to create something both imaginative and utilitarian, that real people can use and be inspired by. According to the Australian Institute of Architects, “A career in architecture…

At the turn of the 21st century, employees the world over were preparing for Y2K. Those with giant PCs were convinced their files would be wiped, others were researching a new fandangle machine called a ‘Blackberry’. Some were cancelling their flights to conferences, afraid that their plane may just fall out of the sky.   As we draw nearer…

Emotions aren’t something we generally deem as money-makers. Sure, they’re part of our day-to-day, but they’re usually a result of circumstances – not drivers of value. But what if your emotions were something that could earn you more money? It’s possible. Keep reading to find out how.  You might’ve heard of emotional intelligence (EQ) before…

In the days of old, it was that ‘personal touch’ that would make or break a political campaign. Politicians would spend their time posing for photos, making speeches on construction sites, and cuddling the babies of strangers. But with the abundance of personal data, ripe for exploitation, no longer do politicians need to rely on…

With the Fourth Industrial Revolution well and truly upon us, industries across the board are set to change – affecting job and growth opportunities. While this may strike fear in the hearts of many, it’s not all scary robots and grey skies. In fact, some industries are set to grow from the advent of new technology.   So, what are the industries predicted…

Nothing sends shudders down an introvert’s spine quite like the word “networking”, but it doesn’t have to be that way. You can still build a great network even if you’re not a social butterfly. There’s a limit to what we can accomplish by going it alone in today’s interconnected world, and a great set of…