In this month’s Q&A we hear from Michael Courtney. He shares his commitment to the ‘for purpose’ sector, career motivators, coping with managing a team during lockdowns and love of Game of Thrones.
Poll...Do You Think Exit Interviews Are Worthwhile
The Art of The Exit Interview
When an employee decides to leave their workplace, most times there is a handshake, ‘thanks for your efforts and best of luck’. Perhaps (pre Covid) a farewell lunch or company assembly. One of the more important aspects for both the employer and employee, and one that if it is done, is usually poorly done, is to undertake an exit interview.
FIA VIC Corporate Partnership SIG, a socially distanced event
Recruitment.... has it bounced back?
Despite the ups, downs and lockdowns, we are encouraged by the level of enquiries we receive about engaging us to lead recruitment assignments in the ‘for purpose’ sector. We note a higher demand than this time last year for leadership roles, particularly across fundraising and marketing. Does this mean recruitment has bounced back or some balance is returned?
Do you have EOFY burnout?
Burnout can arise in any sector. In ‘for purpose’ sector, we see that stress can creep into the lives of people who spend their their time working extremely hard to make a difference for vulnerable families and children, animals, cancer, medical research and other important causes that make a significant social or environmental impact.
Wellbeing Webinars
In partnership with Carli Phillips from Corporate Wellbeing Hub, Gembridge is hosting more FREE Wellbeing Webinar for the “for Purpose” or nfp industry to help us all be mindful of our wellbeing as we head into a new financial year. Carli will share her expert advice, share tools for self-care to prevent fatigue and burnout and remind you to put on our own oxygen mask first, so you can help others.
Gem Spotlight - Jaqui Bond
Jaqui leads a large team, and oversees the delivery of high-quality programs (including Children's Mobility, Adult Mobility, Acquired Brain Injury (ABI), Orthoptist, Occupational Therapy, Assistive Technology, Access Consulting and Support Coordination) that develop independence for the blind and low vision community of Victoria.
Gembridge worked in partnership with Guide Dogs Victoria to appoint Jacui in her current role GM, Client & Vision Services. She has a wealth of experience, passion, energy and commitment to making a difference, and we are excited to follow her career journey at GDV.
The Job Search - Anxiety or Relief?
Looking for work to most people is a mix of excitement, anxiety, nervousness and relief. We spend so long with our work colleagues that the decision to move on from them can feel akin to a divorce. Unless the workplace is truly toxic, our feelings of loyalty can be hard to shake. However, we all have different motivators and ambitions for growth, and when these are no longer aligned in the workplace, the relationship will have come to an end.
POLL... Are you more or less likely to apply for a career change this year than prior to Covid-19?
POLL... How do you measure career success?
Interview Tips: Answering behavioural questions
Gem Spotlight - Amanda Chan
That’s a wrap: FIA Conference 2021
Gem Spotlight - Amy Coote
Amy Coote has been described as a “mover and shaker” in the social impact sector for her leadership, passion, commitment and proven track record of success in driving fundraising outcomes. She shares her fundraising journey from the corporate sector into fundraising, plus career highlights, advice and big plans for 2021.
