CIRCLE Recruitment & HR is a new type of Recruitment Company. We are like no other recruitment company.
Originally Nine2Three, we have been quoted in speeches by Government Ministers, written about in newspapers and magazines and this will continue while we are at the forefront of change.
The world is changing and CIRCLE Recruitment & HR is on the cutting edge of this change and leading all other recruitment companies with our innovative philosophy and ideas.
Below we have listed some of the feature media articles all covering CIRCLE Recruitment & HR
In addition, CIRCLE Recruitment & HR has been chosen to feature in a DVD produced by the NSW Office of Industrial Relations to educate employers about the needs for flexible workplaces.
News
2024 – ShireBiz – Recent IR Changes
Our MD had a great session informing shire business owner on all HR matters and the impact of the recent changes to employment matters concerning employees
2024 – Sullivan Dewing – Navigating the Closing Loopholes Bill
Sullivan Dewing has released an article with our advice on the Key Changes from 26 August 2024!
2024 – Tovie Ai – From Overwhelmed to Empowered
Tovie Ai has asked Kathryn for her comments on employing generative AI to minimise employee burnout and information overload! Fill in the form on their website to get your free copy!!
2023 – INTHEBLACK – 4 expert tips to navigate your accounting career
Need expert advice on how to best navigate your accounting career path? In this video our director shares 4 valuable tips to help you chart a course for success.
2023 – INTHEBLACK- 6 Steps to Succeed at Giving End-of-Year Staff Gifts
Our Director teams up with INTHEBLACK to help navigate the maze of gift-giving in the workplace!
2023 – Westpac – Why good listening is about more than just staying quiet
Weak listening skills are often to blame for misunderstandings in the workplace… Westpac asks our Managing Director for her expertise!
2023 – INTHEBLACK – Career, Elevated
Should you be bold and decisive in your career moves, or go with the flow? This Decisive Action article discusses your options and talks with our CEO to gather her perspective as well as other experts.
2023 – INTHEBLACK Podcast – How to Chart a Successful Career Path
CIRCLE Recruitment & HR’s CEO was a guest on the Certified Practising Accountant’s podcast ‘How to chart a successful career path’ – Great insights for all our Accounting candidates. Listen here …
2022 – BIRDS OF A FEATHER – Doing it Differently with Kathryn MacMillan
BIRDS OF A FEATHER blogs, written by Liani Bennett, shares the experiences of inspiring women in leadership. Who better than our Managing Director Kathryn MacMillan to share her amazing story and empower women to purse their goals in life!
2022 – Business Management Textbook – Change and Keeping Staff On Board
Our Managing Director was asked for her professional insight on the impact of change within a business, in order to educate future leaders of tomorrow.
2022 – HRM – When can you demote an employee without running into legal trouble?
Another great article from HRM, who have asked our Managing Director Kathryn MacMillan her take on demoting an employee!
2022 – HRD – What is (and what isn’t) acceptable office behaviour?
HRD – Human Resource Director, has asked CIRCLE’s MD Kathryn MacMillan for her expertise on acceptable office behaviour.
2022 – HRM – Should employees be allowed to send personal texts at work?
HRM – The News Site of Australian HR Institute, has asked our Managing Director Kathryn MacMillan back for another comment! Kathryn gave her professional opinion on employees sending personal messages at work.
2021 – HRM – When can you demote an employee without running into legal trouble?
A great article from HRM – The news site of the Australian HR Institute. Of course they asked our Managing Director Kathryn MacMillan for her professional insight on demoting an employee.
Radio National ABC AM Interview – If unemployment is low, who’s still looking for work?
A day after Labor leader Anthony Albanese couldn’t remember the unemployment rate, the Prime Minister Scott Morrison is trying to keep the focus on the economy, promising to create 1-point-3 million jobs over the next five years. With unemployment at 4%, who’s still struggling to find work? The ABC asks CIRCLE Recruitment & HR CEO, Kathryn MacMillan.
2021 – INTHEBLACK – When is the right time to leave a long-term job
Managing Director of CIRCLE Recruitment & HR, Kathryn MacMillan, joins a panel of experts to discuss when is the right time to leave a long-term job
Radio National ABC PM Interview – Flexible Work Contracts
Listen to ABC’s David Taylor interview Kathryn MacMillan, CIRCLE Recruitment & HR Managing Director, on the increasing popularity of hiring part-time workers over full-time staff and the resultant risk placed on the economy.
Radio National ABC PM Interview – Unemployment Rate
View ABC’s interview with Kathryn MacMillan on the falling unemployment rate and what this means for economic recovery.
ABC Broadcast – Age Discrimination
The ABC comes to CIRCLE Recruitment & HR for insights into recruitment and current issues. Have a listen to how our Director, Kathryn MacMillan, tackles the issues discussed…
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ABC News Interview – The Rise of Part Time Employment
View CIRCLE Recruitment & HR Managing Director Kathryn MacMillan interviewed on ABC News in regards to the rise in part-time employment.
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Radio National ABC 702 Interview
Australian businesses favouring part-time workers with murky economic outlook. This year has seen a huge surge in part-time positions, often at the expense of full-time work. Recruitment companies say their clients are not as keen to take on workers for longer term contracts. Interview includes CIRCLE Recruitment & HR Managing Director, Kathryn MacMillan.
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Your Business Day Interview with Kathryn MacMillan
Stuart Bocking discusses Australia’s Biggest BUSINESS Morning Tea with Kathryn MacMillan for 2014 on the Your Business Day show on 2UE.
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Eagle Waves Radio Interview with Kathryn MacMillan
Kathryn MacMillan shares the guest spotlight with Chris Brycki from StockSpot and Lachlan Cattee from Yellow Brick Road on Eagle Money, hosted by Jo Vadillo from Property Advocate Services and Jarred Rubin from K2 Capital Group.
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Radio National Interview with Kathryn MacMillan
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2GB Interview with Kathryn MacMillan
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Winning Through – Small Business Stories
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2024 – Tovie Ai – From Overwhelmed to Empowered
Tovie Ai has asked Kathryn for her comments on employing generative AI to minimise employee burnout and information overload! Fill in the form on their website to get your free copy!!
2018 – Domain News – Our Managing Director Featured
Managing Director Kathryn MacMillan’s view on what it’s like to live in the Sutherland Shire was featured in Domain’s article
2018 – Bxponential ft. Ita Buttrose – Q&A Panel Member
Our Managing Director, Kathryn MacMillan, took part in the Q&A session of Bxponential where she gave her professional advice to local business owners.
2018 – Business Xclusive – Employing in a creative manner
Managing Director Kathryn MacMillan’s article “Employing in a Creative Manner” was featured in an edition of Business Xclusive. It spotlighted Kathryn’s top tips for employers.
2017 – Success Women”s Network – How to Create Cut Through with your Interview
This week our blog was featured on Success Women’s Network’s website. We never stop searching for new ideas to generate ‘cut through’. What do you say and do to ensure that you create a memorable impression?
2017 – The Leader – Shire Businesses Share Cuppa & Cakes for Cancer Support
The Leader caught up with Managing Director, Kathryn MacMillan to share her thoughts on Australia’s Biggest BUSINESS Morning Tea, including guest speaker Michele Bullock, Assistant Governor of the Reserve Bank. Every year, the event raises tens of thousands for cancer research and inspires all.
2017 – Channel 9 – Part time trend “no flash in the pan”
Channel 9 also picked up this story, in which Kathryn Macmillan gives her professional insight on Australia’s employment trends – it seems as though the unusual surge in part time work is becoming the norm.
2017 – Channel 7 – Part time trend “no flash in the pan”
Managing Director of CIRCLE Recruitment & HR Kathryn Macmillan gives her professional insight on Australia’s employment trends – it seems as though the unusual surge in part time work is becoming the norm.
2017 – SmartCompany – Personal relationship leads to $550,000 cut to QBE chief executive’s pay
Businesses are being reminded that clarity and openness are essential to prevent office romances from causing productivity issues. CIRCLE Recruitment & HR’s Kathryn MacMillan shared her best advice with SmartCompany on how to avoid complications.
2017 – SmartCompany – Does the 9-5 apply to the business community anymore?
While staff at the Australian Taxation Office have reportedly rejected a suggestion to add nine extra minutes to their workdays, Kathryn MacMillan of CIRCLE Recruitment & HR and other business experts say the days of the classic 9-5 office hours are well and truly over.
2017 – SmartCompany – Facebook introduces 20 days of bereavement leave
CIRCLE Recruitment & HR ‘s Kathryn MacMillan shares how simple measures to address grief in the workplace leads to the longer term efficiency of any business.
2016 – Fancy becoming a media “go to expert” – BEC featuring Kathryn Macmillan
It’s no secret that social media has the unmatched capacity to promote, brand and position a business. Managing Director Kathryn Macmillan, recently had the pleasure of being interviewed by BEC Southern Sydney to share her advice on developing a strong social media profile. Here’s what she had to say.
2016 – Do you need a digital native
One of CIRCLE Recruitment & HR’s blog articles about the importance of having a digital native in your business, published on Commonwealth Women In Focus’ newsletter and website
2016 – Make your SME family-friendly or face the consequences
Managing Director here at CIRCLE Recruitment & HR, Kathryn MacMillan shares her insight about the importance of flexibility for employees of SME’s in this article published by SmartCompany.
2016 – How to inspire Loyalty
One of CIRCLE Recruitment & HR’s blog articles about inspiring loyalty, published on Commonwealth Women In Focus’ newsletter and website
2016 – Look Afar for Your Career Featuring Kathryn MacMillan
An article published by thecareerscoop.com featuring managing director Kathryn MacMillan, providing advice for candidates when applying for work.
2015 – Part-time work, part-time care: The radical yet strangely sensible proposal for our future
An article from news.com.au about a proposal by Jennifer Nedelsky for everyone to be only engaged in part-time work
2015 – Leader – Build Networks
Article in the St. George and Sutherland Shire Leader on Australia’s Biggest Business Morning Tea 2015
2013- Leader – Morning Tea Fund-Raiser has Guest Speaker
CommSec chief economist Craig James, announced to be guest speaker for Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea hosted by CIRCLE Recruitment & HR.
2013 – CBA – Women In Focus – Recruitment Expert
CIRCLE Recruitment & HR Managing Director Kathryn MacMillan is announced as Recruitment and HR Expert for the Commonwealth Banks Women In Focus Community.
2013 – CBA – Women In Focus – Kathryn and Ross MacMillan of CIRCLE Recruitment & HR – Building Flexible Solutions
Interview with Kathryn MacMillan and an understanding of her work philosophy as seen through CIRCLE Recruitment & HR.
2013 – Leader – Solo Dads Favour Full Time-Work
Kathryn MacMillan puts forward her take on gender roles and their preferred work style.
2012 – Herald Sun- Underemployed embarrassed to admit they’re part-time
MORE than one in ten Australians are looking for more work, and experts say many people are embarrassed to admit they are only employed part-time.
2012 – The Leader – Workshops help mums keen to get back to work
CIRCLE Recruitment & HR’s ‘back to work’ workshops are helping Mums gain the essential skills to successfully return to the workforce!
2012 – Facilitating Success for Commerce Students!
CIRCLE Recruitment & HR’s involvement in the University of Wollongong’s Commerce Internship Program has led to great new opportunities for students!
2012 – New BAS agent regime opportunity
Don’t waste the opportunity the new BAS agent regime provides for promoting your services, advises Kathryn MacMillan.
2011 – My Family Article- Getting back to work?
Looking for a job but can’t work crazy hours because of the kids?
2011 – The Leader- Part-time jobs growth
Businesses are feeling uncertain about the current economy. This has led to a rise in part-time and on-hired staff over full time employees.
2011 – Local entrepreneur now helping the next generation
Ask Kathryn MacMillan, founder of the successful recruitment and employment company CIRCLE Recruitment & HR, about growing her business and she’ll tell you it’s about hard work, commitment and focus.
2011 – Family Capers Article- Is there really such a thing as a Super Parent?
Family Capers Article- Excerpt from Kick Start Your Career…Again! Used by Family Capers Online Magazine.
2010 – Nett Magazine
Article in Nett Magazine about change in your business and keeping staff onboard.
2010 – St George Leader article
Article in the St George Leader about growing your business seminar at Kogarah Council
2010 – Australia Post Priority Magazine
Article for Australia Post on how CIRCLE Recruitment & HR uses trans-promotional marketing.
2010 – Work Life Balance Awards
CIRCLE Recruitment & HR page printed in the Australian Government’s 2009-10 Work Life Balance Awards Program
2010 – Local Small Business National Finalist
CIRCLE Recruitment & HR Press Release
2009 – Take 5 Magazine
Article in Take 5 magazine about how to get a job at any age and keep it.
2009 – Shortlist – The National News Service for Recruitment Professionals
Shortlist – The National News Service for Recruitment Professionals comments on DEEWR’s recommendation for CIRCLE Recruitment & HR
2009 – Sutherland Shire Hub for Economic Development Newsletter
Information about the launch of Kathryn MacMillan’s new book – Kick Start Your Career… Again!
2009 – Sutherland Shire Hub for Economic Development Newsletter
MYOB training session held by CIRCLE Recruitment & HR
2009 – St George and Sutherlandshire Leader May
Newspaper Article
Caring Works: Office of Industrial Relations Media Release
23 October 2008 Media release sent out by the Minister’s office featuring comment by Kathryn MacMillan on employing workers with caring responsibilities.
The Sun Herald
08-June-2008
Sutherland Shire Hub for Economic Development Newsletter
May/June/July-2008
Sutherland Shire Hub for Economic Development Newsletter
September-2007
Enterprise Initiatives Website
01-August-2007
Work and Family Awards Website
20-July-2007
The Daily Telegraph
27-April-2007
St George and Sutherland Shire Leader
13-March-2007
ACCI BCA National Work & Family Awards
January-2007
Sydney Morning Herald
14-July-2006
Sydney Morning Herald
14-July-2006
Sydney Morning Herald
14-July-2006
Sutherland Shire Business News
May-2006
St George and Sutherland Shire Leader
15-November-2005
The Sun Herald
18-September-2005
The Shire Guide for Juniors
May-2005
Our Shire
April-2005
The Trading Post
09-March-2005
Sutherland Shire Business News
March-2005