1 Nov 2024
The Lowdown: People, Talent and Market insights you need to know
The Lowdown: People, Talent and Market insights you need to know




As we navigate the complex and dynamic world of work never has it been more crucial for People & Talent professionals to stay abreast of market trends.
Every year, hundreds of employers and candidates count on our decades of industry insights, from smart hiring strategies to career advice that works. We tap into market trends and future-of-work shifts, so you don’t have to. We know what it takes to build strong, satisfied teams ready to tackle what’s next, and most importantly, what it takes to retain them.
Inside the Report:
The Economic Landscape
Hiring Trends
Industry Analysis
How Technology is Impacting the Industry
Skills in Demand
Talent Mobility
Notable Trends
Future Outlook


Is It the Wrong Time to Change Jobs?
Feeling stuck in your role but unsure if now’s the time to move? The market’s shifted, but not collapsed. Here’s what that really means for your career decisions.


Is It the Wrong Time to Change Jobs?
Feeling stuck in your role but unsure if now’s the time to move? The market’s shifted, but not collapsed. Here’s what that really means for your career decisions.


Is It the Wrong Time to Change Jobs?
Feeling stuck in your role but unsure if now’s the time to move? The market’s shifted, but not collapsed. Here’s what that really means for your career decisions.


Is It the Wrong Time to Change Jobs?
Feeling stuck in your role but unsure if now’s the time to move? The market’s shifted, but not collapsed. Here’s what that really means for your career decisions.


Why Temp HR Staff Could Be Your Best Strategic Hire This Year
Think temp HR staff are just for emergencies? Think again. Here’s why temporary HR staff could be your secret weapon to reducing burnout and driving innovation.


Why Temp HR Staff Could Be Your Best Strategic Hire This Year
Think temp HR staff are just for emergencies? Think again. Here’s why temporary HR staff could be your secret weapon to reducing burnout and driving innovation.


Why Temp HR Staff Could Be Your Best Strategic Hire This Year
Think temp HR staff are just for emergencies? Think again. Here’s why temporary HR staff could be your secret weapon to reducing burnout and driving innovation.


Why Temp HR Staff Could Be Your Best Strategic Hire This Year
Think temp HR staff are just for emergencies? Think again. Here’s why temporary HR staff could be your secret weapon to reducing burnout and driving innovation.


VIDEO: LinkedIn Red Flags & Green Flags
We asked our team to weigh in on some common (and controversial) LinkedIn profile traits. From creative headlines to career gaps, here’s what sparked debate, and what it might mean for your professional brand.


VIDEO: LinkedIn Red Flags & Green Flags
We asked our team to weigh in on some common (and controversial) LinkedIn profile traits. From creative headlines to career gaps, here’s what sparked debate, and what it might mean for your professional brand.


VIDEO: LinkedIn Red Flags & Green Flags
We asked our team to weigh in on some common (and controversial) LinkedIn profile traits. From creative headlines to career gaps, here’s what sparked debate, and what it might mean for your professional brand.


VIDEO: LinkedIn Red Flags & Green Flags
We asked our team to weigh in on some common (and controversial) LinkedIn profile traits. From creative headlines to career gaps, here’s what sparked debate, and what it might mean for your professional brand.


What Labor’s Election Win Means for HR Careers and Recruitment in 2025
Australia has spoken, and with Labor securing another strong term, the policy environment ahead is shaped by stability, social investment and long term reform. But for HR professionals, this moment is not just political it is deeply practical.


What Labor’s Election Win Means for HR Careers and Recruitment in 2025
Australia has spoken, and with Labor securing another strong term, the policy environment ahead is shaped by stability, social investment and long term reform. But for HR professionals, this moment is not just political it is deeply practical.


What Labor’s Election Win Means for HR Careers and Recruitment in 2025
Australia has spoken, and with Labor securing another strong term, the policy environment ahead is shaped by stability, social investment and long term reform. But for HR professionals, this moment is not just political it is deeply practical.


What Labor’s Election Win Means for HR Careers and Recruitment in 2025
Australia has spoken, and with Labor securing another strong term, the policy environment ahead is shaped by stability, social investment and long term reform. But for HR professionals, this moment is not just political it is deeply practical.


10 Tips for Leaving a Memorable Impression in Meetings
Whether you're presenting, contributing, or just joining the conversation, your presence matters. In this article, we share practical, confidence-boosting tips to help HR professionals stand out, speak with impact, and build credibility in every meeting.


10 Tips for Leaving a Memorable Impression in Meetings
Whether you're presenting, contributing, or just joining the conversation, your presence matters. In this article, we share practical, confidence-boosting tips to help HR professionals stand out, speak with impact, and build credibility in every meeting.


10 Tips for Leaving a Memorable Impression in Meetings
Whether you're presenting, contributing, or just joining the conversation, your presence matters. In this article, we share practical, confidence-boosting tips to help HR professionals stand out, speak with impact, and build credibility in every meeting.


10 Tips for Leaving a Memorable Impression in Meetings
Whether you're presenting, contributing, or just joining the conversation, your presence matters. In this article, we share practical, confidence-boosting tips to help HR professionals stand out, speak with impact, and build credibility in every meeting.


Coffee With Sally: Building Your Personal Brand
Looking for advice on creating your personal brand? We sat down for 5 minutes with SD's Talent Partner Sally, to get her tips on everything from her creating content on LinkedIn to balancing authenticity and professionalism online.


Coffee With Sally: Building Your Personal Brand
Looking for advice on creating your personal brand? We sat down for 5 minutes with SD's Talent Partner Sally, to get her tips on everything from her creating content on LinkedIn to balancing authenticity and professionalism online.


Coffee With Sally: Building Your Personal Brand
Looking for advice on creating your personal brand? We sat down for 5 minutes with SD's Talent Partner Sally, to get her tips on everything from her creating content on LinkedIn to balancing authenticity and professionalism online.


Coffee With Sally: Building Your Personal Brand
Looking for advice on creating your personal brand? We sat down for 5 minutes with SD's Talent Partner Sally, to get her tips on everything from her creating content on LinkedIn to balancing authenticity and professionalism online.
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