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Overcoming the ‘Local Experience’ Stigma in the IT Industry
With a lot of Kiwi employers holding the view that candidates must have ‘local experience’ before being given a shot, it poses certain challenges for overseas-based professionals. OCG Consulting Manager, Paul O’Donovan, discusses what you can do to stand out and succeed Down Under, here.
AI’s Impact on Recruitment? Yeah, Nah.
With the recruitment landscape in a constant flux of change, AI has caused quite the stir in recent times. OCG's Pete Dallimore discusses why AI will never replace our jobs as recruiters.
Recoding the Game: Women in Game Development
Most people think the world of video games is very much “by boys, for boys.” However, recent statistics show that is no longer the case. We take a look at the women leading the Game Development sector into a more diverse and inclusive future.
Future Proofing Your Project Management Career
With New Zealand’s dynamic project management market, it’s important to ensure you are taking active steps to future-proof your career. For some ideas on how to achieve this, join OCG Technology Manager, Paul O’Donovan, as he provides some great advice on doing just that.
Will There be Permanency in Project Management?
With more Project and Change Management professionals deciding to move into contingent work, some businesses are struggling to fill permanent positions in these areas. Join our very own Clare O’Sullivan as she provides advice on navigating this issue.
The Future of Christchurch’s Business Analysts
What does the future hold for Christchurch’s Business Analysts? OCG’s Technology Recruitment Manager, Paul
O’Donovan, shares his insight into the changing role of a BA and what professionals need to do to stay relevant.
Don’t Jeopardise Your Job Application with a Poor Cover Letter
We all know that having a strong CV is important to showcase your skills, experience and achievements but what about your cover letter? Paul O’Donovan, Manager OCG Technology Christchurch, takes a look at how a cover letter is a vital component of your job application.
Hiring Developers – Thinking Outside the Box
The growing skills shortage in the IT space is making it increasingly harder to find great developers. OCG IT recruitment specialist, Ryan Lanham, explores the hidden gems that exist if you think outside the box with your recruitment strategy.
Jobs of the Future
With half of today’s jobs in danger of disappearing tomorrow and half of tomorrow’s jobs yet to exist today, OCG Consultant Mate Glamuzina discusses how employers need to be better prepared for the future.
Big Data, Small Talent Stocks – The Big Data Talent Shortage and How to Overcome It
Thanks to the rise of Big Data and Data Analytics, Data Scientists and BI Specialists have become some of the most in-demand roles in the world. With such a desperate talent shortage, what can employers do to beat the drought and make their BI units as strong as possible?