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 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 […]
10 Top Customer Service Skills For Success
An Effective Communicator How often have you read a job ad that requires someone with “excellent customer service skills”? It’s not just ads for frontline retail staff or customer service officers, but other jobs too. Customer service skills are important across roles and across business sectors. But what exactly are employers looking for? Here are […]
Interview Tips for Contract & Temporary Roles
First Impressions Count How would you approach an interview for a contract or temp role? Would you simply show up and wing it? If you did, chances are you’d come unstuck pretty quickly. Interviewing for a contract or temp role is just as important as interviewing for a permanent position at an organisation. That’s why […]
5 Advantages Of Temping
Why Temp? Here are five advantages of temping to tempt you to consider this option when you’re looking for your next job opportunity. Ask around! There are plenty of short- and long-term temps out there who choose temping because they enjoy the benefits it brings them. Flexibility Temping can be a great way to […]