How Police Records Affect Your Job Prospects

In this episode, Tammie breaks down how police checks can impact your chances of getting hired from a recruiter’s perspective.

With crime rates making headlines across Australia, more employers than ever are conducting background checks, especially in industries like health, disability, childcare, finance, and government. Tammie explains why these checks matter, how they’re processed, what shows up, and how the severity of an offence can affect your application.

If you’ve ever wondered whether your past could affect your future job prospects, this episode gives you a clear, honest look at what recruiters really see and how you can move forward.

Disclaimer: This episode contains general opinions and commentary only.

For resume help and career consulting, visit www.realisticcareers.com.au

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Realistic Careers with Tammie Ballis
Helping you get jobs in the Australian Job Market.

In this episode, Tammie breaks down the simplest, most realistic pathway to start a career in HR, even if you have zero experience.

Perfect for career changers, admin professionals, or anyone curious about human resources, this episode maps out a clear three-to-four-year pathway to HR.

You’ll learn how to build experience strategically, use your existing skills to your advantage, and make the move to HR professional with confidence.

Disclaimer: This episode contains general opinions and commentary only.

For resume help and career consulting, visit www.realisticcareers.com.au

Realistic Careers with Tammie Ballis
Helping you get jobs in the Australian Job Market.

In this episode, Tammie shares a practical, step-by-step guide on how to answer one of the most important interview questions in the recruitment process:

“Why did you apply to this job?”

You’ll learn how to break down the job ad, research the company, and bring it all together into a genuine, professional response that sets you apart from other candidates.

Plus, Tammie shares a real example showing you how to personalise your answer and impress any recruiter.

Disclaimer: This episode contains general opinions and commentary only.

For resume help and career consulting, go to www.realisticcareers.com.au

Realistic Careers with Tammie Ballis
Helping you get jobs in the Australian Job Market.

In this episode, Tammie shares the telltale signs that your interview actually went better than you think.

From building instant rapport with the interviewer to conversations that flow naturally, this episode helps you recognise when you’ve truly made a great impression.

Perfect for job seekers who leave interviews overthinking every detail, Tammie explains what hiring managers look for, what those “green flags” mean, and why good interviews often feel more like conversations than assessments.

You’ll also learn how to tell when an interviewer is selling the job to you, plus what next steps usually follow when you’ve nailed it.

Disclaimer: This episode contains general opinions and commentary only.

For resume help and career consulting, go to www.realisticcareers.com.au

Realistic Careers with Tammie Ballis
Helping you get jobs in the Australian Job Market.

In this episode, Tammie shares a practical, step-by-step guide on how to apply for jobs in person.

An old-school approach that still works today!

Perfect for hospitality and retail jobs, this episode is especially helpful for parents wanting to support their teens in finding their first job (not doing it for them), but guiding them through the process. Tammie explains how to prepare, what to wear, what to say when speaking to a manager, and how persistence pays off when job hunting in person.

You’ll also learn why confidence, presentation, and consistency make all the difference plus how to grab your teenage resume template from www.realisticcareers.com.au to get started.

Disclaimer: This episode contains general opinions and commentary only.

For resume help and career consulting, go to www.realisticcareers.com.au

Realistic Careers with Tammie Ballis
Helping you get jobs in the Australian Job Market.

In this episode, we unpack the Westpac Fair Work case and explore its impact on the Australian workforce. Was it the right decision? What are the lessons for employees, employers, and HR professionals?

If you’re an HR professional, business owner, or employee wanting to understand how this case affects you, this episode offers grounded commentary from an industry expert.

Tammie is the owner of Realistic Careers, a leading career consultancy in Australia. With a strong background in recruitment and business across private, government, and not-for-profit sectors, she brings a practical and informed perspective on employment and career development.

Disclaimer: This podcast is for commentary and opinion purposes only. It does not constitute legal, financial, or professional advice. Always seek independent advice relevant to your individual circumstances.

Realistic Careers with Tammie Ballis
Helping you get jobs in the Australian Job Market.