Why Temp Jobs Are the Smartest Career Move You Can Make in 2026
Fresh Start A new year brings new energy and for many, a fresh motivation to find work, make a change, or kickstart a career. But if you’re not quite sure what you want next, or you’re just eager to get earning fast, temporary work could be your smartest move in 2026. Whether you’re between jobs, […]
How to Ask for Feedback as a Temp Worker
Feedback Is a Career Tool Temporary jobs move fast and you’re expected to jump in, contribute, and often move on before you’ve even learned everyone’s name. In the rush, it can be easy to miss one of the most valuable parts of any job experience: getting feedback. Whether you’re trying to grow your skills, improve […]
How to Negotiate Pay for a Temp Role (Yes, You Can!)
Pay Negotiation When it comes to temporary jobs, most people assume pay is non-negotiable, take it or leave it. But that’s not always true. In fact, learning how to negotiate your pay as a temp worker can make a big difference, especially if you’re taking on multiple short-term roles throughout the year. In this article, […]
Crack the Code: How to Analyse a Job Description for a Temp Role
Mirror their language When it comes to temporary jobs, the turnaround time can be fast—meaning you need to be even faster in spotting the right fit. But before you hit apply, taking a few minutes to properly analyse the job description can save you time, boost your chances, and help you land a role that […]
10 Tips To Support Your Mental Health At Work
Small Steps, Big Impact At Optimal Workforce, we understand that mental health plays a crucial role in how we work, connect, and thrive. Good mental wellbeing helps us stay productive, build positive relationships, handle stress, and reach our full potential. Yet an estimated 1 in 5 Australians aged 22–85 will have experienced a mental health […]
How Do You Create A Positive Environment For Temporary Employees?
Transparent And Open Communication Employees like temping because it offers them experience, flexibility, choice, networking opportunities, and often a stepping stone to permanent work. Employers like temping because it allows them to be agile – to scale up and scale down as needed, and bring in specialist skills for specific periods of time. This […]
How to Create an Irresistible Resume for Temporary and Casual Roles That Recruiters Will Love
Resume Essentials When you’re applying for a casual or temporary job, you might think your resume doesn’t need to be anything special. After all, it’s not a full-time corporate role, right? Wrong. Recruiters and hiring managers still want to see that you’re a safe bet — someone who will show up, learn quickly, and get […]
How to Answer the Interview Question “Why Should We Hire You?”
What Could You Say Whether you’re applying for a seasonal job, a short-term contract, or casual work to fit around other commitments, you’ll probably still face the classic interview question: “Why should we hire you?” It might seem like overkill for a temp gig — but employers ask this question to assess more than just […]
The Hidden Skills You Gain From Temporary Employment Adventures
What Could You Learn? Temping has a lot going for it, including competitive hourly rates, work/life balance and exposure to different roles, organisations and industry sectors. But have you thought about the hidden skills you gain from temporary employment adventures? There’s a fair few, and they’re worth highlighting. Adaptability When you’re a temp, you […]
5 Things GEN Zs And Millennials Want From Work In 2025
What Are They Looking For? Millennials (born between 1981–2000) currently make up around 70% of the Australian workforce. And Gen Zs (born between 2001–2020) are hot on their heels. Generational cohorts, like millennials and Gen Zs, are a neat way to split a population and take a closer look at people’s beliefs, attitudes, […]