If you are hiring in 2026, understanding current hiring trends in Australia is essential. The latest Australian labour market data from SEEK shows that applications per job ad have started to ease slightly, while job advertisement volumes are stabilising. So what does this mean for your recruitment strategy in 2026? Is hiring becoming easier for […]
3 Ways to Tell if a Resume Was Written by AI (And What to Do About It) AI tools like ChatGPT can now produce a polished, professional-looking resume in under a minute. And candidates are using them. That does not mean it is wrong. In fact, many candidates are simply trying to present themselves better. […]
If you’ve ever felt like hiring takes longer than it should, you’re not imagining it. Most delayed hires aren’t caused by a lack of candidates. They’re slowed down by a handful of common issues that quietly add weeks — sometimes months — to the process. For small businesses, where hiring is often just one task […]
We have over 16 years of experience working in recruitment across Australia and New Zealand, partnering with small businesses through to national employers. One question has never gone away, but it has become far more important in recent years Should we include the salary in the job ad? Based on Australian job market data and […]
January is one of the busiest times of year for hiring. Job ads go live, interviews get booked, and business owners are suddenly switching gears from finding candidates to choosing between them. At this stage, the quality of your interviews matters more than ever. The mistake: Turning interviews into presentations One of the most common […]
Hiring the right person is a big win, but how you welcome them can make all the difference. A clear, well-structured onboarding process helps your new employee feel confident, supported, and ready to contribute from their very first day.
At Recruit Shop, we’ve helped thousands of small businesses find great people. We know that once the hiring process ends, the real work begins: setting your new team member up for success.
That’s why we’ve created this simple onboarding checklist to help you get it right.
Preparation sets the tone for your new employee’s experience. Before their first day:
💡 Tip: A warm, organised first impression shows your new hire they’ve joined a professional and caring business.
Make their first day welcoming, structured, and memorable:
💬 Pro tip: End the day with a quick check-in to ask how it went and if they need anything else.
Help your new hire feel confident and productive without overwhelm:
Keep the momentum going beyond the first week to ensure long-term success:
Good onboarding doesn’t just make people feel welcome, it directly impacts productivity and retention. When new hires feel supported and equipped, they stay longer, perform better, and strengthen your team culture.
And for small businesses, that can make all the difference.
Recruit Shop helps small businesses across Australia and New Zealand hire great people, quickly, affordably, and with less hassle.
For just $2,995 + GST per role, we’ll handle everything from advertising to shortlisting, so you can focus on what matters most: running your business.
You’ve found a great candidate. Their resume looks strong, they interviewed well, and they seem like the right fit for your business. But here’s the risk: a bad hire can cost your business up to 30% of their first-year salary in wasted wages, training, lost productivity, and the expense of starting the hiring process all over again. […]
You’ve done the hard work. You’ve written the job ad, sifted through applications, run the interviews, and finally found the right person. They’ve got the skills, the right attitude, and you can already picture them in the role. Then… they turn down your offer. It’s frustrating, disheartening, and costly. Research shows that a bad or […]
Recruitment is evolving at a pace we haven’t seen before. For small businesses, keeping up with these changes can feel like yet another challenge, but it also presents a huge opportunity. One of the biggest forces driving this shift is Artificial Intelligence (AI). AI is no longer a buzzword. It’s quietly transforming the way businesses […]
Hiring the wrong person is one of the most expensive mistakes a small business can make. While big companies may absorb the cost of a bad hire, for small businesses every team member matters. One poor decision can create a ripple effect across the whole business. Why a Bad Hire Hurts Small Businesses More Large […]
Download Your Guide Here 5 Interview Questions Every Small Business Owner Should Ask Finding the right person for your team isn’t just about skills, it’s about fit. And the best way to uncover that is by asking the right questions in the interview. Use this guide to make your next hire with confidence. 1. Can […]
For many small businesses, posting a job ad online feels like the easiest and cheapest way to hire. But while job boards might deliver plenty of applications, they don’t always deliver the right hire. In fact, relying solely on job boards means you’re only seeing a fraction of the talent pool. Research shows that around […]
