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COL's admin (Stephen Spry) is a freelance web designer and Internet publisher. He has been working online, full-time, since 1995 after leaving an 18-year career as a High School Careers Adviser. Stephen currently operates several websites in a variety of niches, including regional and global web directories. His main web design business is under the brand of Come On Aussie.

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No Degree? Don’t Worry. Here’s How to Land a High Paying Job in Australia

A university degree has long been a standard requirement for high-paying jobs in many industries. This has locked many out of lucrative job markets—but not anymore. Today, it’s possible to land a high-paying job in Australia without a degree. For these jobs, your experience and related skills will prove crucial in landing the spot. So, […]

The Benefits of Corporate Management Training Programs

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Regardless of your experience level, it is vital to continually develop and learn new skills. As you progress in your career, you should work efficiently with your colleagues, keep up with all the emerging technologies, gain deeper professionalism within your industry, and eventually, manage other individuals. Although you will naturally improve most of your skills […]

How To Have a Great CV – Even Without Work Experience

“Life experience is the new work experience.” — Richie Norton. Having an outstanding CV is non-negotiable when looking for a job. For those with lots of experience, this can be relatively easy. But for those just starting out, putting together a resume requires innovative thinking. Your most valuable asset when seeking employment is relevant work […]

Secrets to a Successful Career in Digital Marketing

The world of digital marketing has undergone tremendous changes over the years. Most of the strategies that worked a few years ago are currently not applicable.  The changes in marketing mean on-the-job learning is the order of the day. You also have to focus on the target audience for better chances of success.  Here are […]

Successful Career in the Gambling Industry – Myth or Reality

Career in the Gambling Industry – Is It for You? If you’re interested in pursuing a career in the gambling industry, but you’re not sure if it’s the thing for you, read this article to familiarise yourself with different aspects associated with this professional field so you can make an informed choice about your future […]

A Beginner’s Guide To A Successful Career In Agriculture

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Agriculture was the first occupation of man, and the foundation of all other industries. Are you curious about what it is like to be an agronomist? Do you want to start a career in agriculture? Some might laugh it off saying farming is all about mud, wellies, ploughing fields and milking cows. But agriculture is […]

Career Options in the Booming Disability and Aged Care Sectors

In Australia both the aged care and disability support sectors are growing due to both an aging population, increased government funding, and the introduction of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Within both of these growing sectors there are a variety of career paths and employment opportunities available to people throughout Australia. In this article […]

Lessons For Career and Work Life Decisions in a Post-Covid World

There are plenty of things to normally consider when pondering your career and work-life decisions. But in a post-covid world? What of all those new “decisions” we’ve had to make due to a global pandemic? Well, they tell another story! And the big question now is: What HAVE we learnt – from the many health, […]

What to Do If Remote Working Affects Relationships

It seems like working from home is heaven. You sit on the couch, have fun with your partner, and drink tea. But working as a freelancer, you run the risk of spending time alone — in fact, your partner becomes the only living person with whom you have the opportunity to talk during the day. […]

How to become a Swimming Pool and Spa Builder

What’s not to like about relaxing by the poolside, just kicking it loose on weekends in the comfort of your own yard? Everybody everywhere absolutely loves a swimming pool and everything that comes with it. So much so, that the United States has an estimated 10.4 million residential swimming pools, and close to almost 309,000 […]


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