Although sometimes confronting at first, it’s not surprising that the vast majority of executives find the career transition process to be a positive experience. For many it’s a precious time to reconnect with their family, work on their health and wellbeing, take time out to learn new things, and experience the gift of time. However […]

HunterBligh Executive Director Nigel Leadbitter and his wife will attempt to climb Mera Peak (6,462m) in the Hinku Valley in eastern Nepal in October 2014, and in the process will raise money to support the Cancer Council of NSW. Help us help others by sponsoring them in their expedition. Click this link to read more […]

One of the key changes executives face is the power shift from being a buyer to a seller in a competitive job market. Click to read more

Mentoring can be a very rewarding relationship for both mentors and mentees. Read more about the experiences of HunterBligh Executive Director, Nigel Leadbitter. HR Monthly_Career-Partner-Oct

HR practitioners are often tasked with “letting people go”, so a service that is physically separate from that offered to the balance of people released from an organisation is often essential. Further, HR practitioners know a great deal about supporting people and securing employment, and therefore a typical career transition program will never suffice. With […]

We have built a reputation for providing insightful advice to Executives currently in a role, who appear to have plateaued, are actively thinking about their next step, or possibly struggling with their level of passion for what they do and seeking ways to rekindle their excitement. Find out more here: Executive Career Coaching

For many executives, their time in transition is their first significant foray into the world of social media. Some struggle with how to achieve the greatest benefit, while at the same time protecting their personal brand in an increasingly connected marketplace. The Urban Dictionary defines “frenemy” as “the type of friend whose words or actions […]

As stressful as terminations can be, there are ways to conduct these processes sensitively and with dignity to all parties. We have prepared this short Handbook to assist those tasked with planning for, and leading, separation conversations. Click here for the Handbook for Managers

In a flat employment market in 2012, Career Agility has shown itself to be the most valuable career asset.  The reality is that we discover this when it is too late.  Here, Nigel Leadbitter shares some thoughts on the current market and how executives can think about managing career agility in 2013. Click here to read more

As the focus on engagement continues to rise, so does the importance of ensuring proper outplacement as a means to not ostracize former or existing employees as organizations continue to weather the unpredictable economic landscape. Not surprisingly, data collected in June 2011 as part of the Aberdeen Group outplacement study showed that one of the […]