Month: October 2024

Every day, large Australian businesses may be losing $9 million due to the digital skills gap among their employees. This issue stems from a lack of current digital competencies in areas such as data science, analytics, cyber security tools, and coding, leading to significant revenue losses, as reported by RMIT Online.The report identifies key barriers… Continue reading How Can Apprenticeships Bridge the Digital Skills Gap in Australia?

Long before universities and diplomas, there were apprenticeships.According to Britannica, “the Code of Hammurabi of Babylon, which dates from the 18th century BCE, required artisans to teach their crafts to the next generation.”Centuries passed until the University of Bologna, which holds the distinction of being the world’s oldest university, opened its doors in 1088 CE.Historically,… Continue reading The Enduring Value of Apprenticeships: From Ancient Crafts to Modern Careers

While you can’t always avoid stress, you can learn to manage it and protect yourself from its negative impacts. This is what we refer to as resilience.“Psychologists Felicity and Kevin Baker, along with Jo Burrell in 2021, define resilience as a set of mental processes and behaviours that enhance personal strengths and shield against the… Continue reading How to Navigate Stress and Foster a Supportive Work Environment?

Let’s give a round of applause to Chey Sullivan, who won two prestigious NECA Excellence Awards in Tasmania last month. Employed by Contact Group, Chey was honoured as the Commercial/Domestic Apprentice of the Year and also received the Women in Energy award at the ceremony held on September 7. Our team signed Chey up to… Continue reading Chey Sullivan Scores Double Victory at NECA Excellence Awards in Tasmania