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​Is The Great Resignation happening in Australia? And what are the current salaries of event professionals?From December 2021 to March 2022, THE MONDAY GROUP surveyed events industry professionals across Australia to uncover key employment trends, the effect the pandemic has had on the workforce, and collate a current salary guide for the industry. This valuable resource is ...

This article was originally published in Spice Magazine - Autumn 2022​ as part of their annual Hot Seat feature where leaders from across the events industry are invited to share their insights and advice.​​

​​An exclusive fireside chat with Lynda Ugarte, Head of Human Resources Australasia of IHG Hotels and Resorts, Lainie Tayler, Executive Coach and Managing Director of HR Squad and Jonathan Lamm, Founder and Managing Director of THE MONDAY GROUP.Hear from three HR experts on the current staffing crisis in the travel, tourism and incentive sectors and learn what you need to kn...

​The Coronavirus pandemic has changed the events landscape, forcing many business owners to close their doors, drastically reduce their workforce, and/or switch the focus to virtual and hybrid event formats - requiring a different skill set from employees. Whether you’re one of the lucky companies that has work coming in or you’re future proofing your business for the copiou...

​A version of this article was originally published in Spice News. The job market for the events, hospitality and hotel industries has been on a roller-coaster over the last 12 months. From the outbreak of Covid-19 in March 2020, which stopped life as we know it, to tentative signs of growth at the end of last year, and then the dreaded end of Job Keeper in March 2021. There...

​2020 has given both employers and employees plenty of time for reflection, particularly in the events and hospitality industry. Time to reconsider what they do, how they do it, and what they require to have a satisfying and fulfilling career. It has become apparent, despite the common need for job and financial security, the number one desire of our clients and candidates i...

​The harsh reality is that more than 1 million Australians are currently out of work as unemployment edges up to 7.5%, the highest it’s been in two decades. Federal Treasurer - Josh Frydenberg, revealed that without the government’s JobKeeper scheme, the true rate of unemployment is closer to 13.3%. Ouch!The Events and Hospitality industries were some of the hardest hit, res...

THE MONDAY GROUP is delighted to be announced as a finalist for "Best Support Service"  in Spice Magazine's Hot 100 Services & Suppliers 2020!! We feel honoured to be recognised by our event industry colleagues, clients and candidates for the second year running, and want to say a huge thank you to all of those who voted for us. It is much appreciated and we love being pa...

With the obvious and “unprecedented” impact of Coronavirus on the hospitality and events industries, improving recruitment and hiring processes has never been of more importance for business owners. In the recovery period, it’s going to be crucial to attract the right person to join your team to help re-build your business, you will also need to be able to efficiently han...

To gain a better understanding of how people and culture in the hospitality and events industries have been impacted during the coronavirus pandemic, THE MONDAY GROUP surveyed over 200 business owners and senior executives between 19/05/20 – 28/05/20. The survey recorded participation from many of the sector’s most influential names including Paul Waterson, CEO – Australi...

Whether or not you agree with social media being used for professional purposes, the fact is that over 50% of employers will further research short-listed applicants via social media channels.  Of all your social media profiles (and these days there are many!) you can guarantee that your LinkedIn Profile will be checked out at some point during a job application process...

Applying for a new job is a stressful and time-consuming process at the best of times. Add in a crowded job market and limited-to-no job openings (thanks very much Coronavirus) and it takes things to a new level.   You are competing with many other passionate and experienced hospitality and event professionals – so how do you make your resume stand out from the rest and get ...

For those of us whose workdays typically involve a high degree of human interaction and team collaboration, the “new normal” of social distancing and work from home mandates may have brought about feelings of Groundhog Day – surreal, if not stressful.  In my 15 years in the recruitment business and 20+ years in the Events and Hospitality Industry, we have certainly faced ...

Originally published March 23, 2020, updated April 25, 2020. ​ On the night of Sunday 22 March, most Australians were glued to their TV screens, listening as Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced frightening new social distancing mandates. The government outlined its second Coronavirus stimulus package, aiding all the small businesses and unemployed/casual workers ...

The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is changing the way we do business, with the majority of organisations embracing remote operations to protect their staff and clients while maintaining productivity.  THE MONDAY GROUP is very aware that this is a highly stressful time for the events and hospitality industries and we want you to know that we stand with you and are faci...

THE MONDAY GROUP is proud to be named in Spice Magazine's Hot 100 Services and Suppliers list of 2019. Thank you to all our clients, candidates and industry friends who voted for us and congrats to the 99 other finalists! We have one of Australia’s largest databases of event professionals and hospitality executives and proactively nurture this talent, so if you're seeking...

  That's right, 2019 is only a matter of weeks (days!) away and many of our clients are actively seeking to hire talent early in the new year. Don't wait to take action, leap ahead of the pack and REGISTER YOUR CV with our team today!   Is your CV in need of a bit of lovin'?  Click here for some great CV tips for senior managers and executives. Been a while since...

Planning your company’s Christmas party? After a long and busy year, it’s time to reward your staff with a fun and engaging event where they can let their hair down and enjoy themselves. It’s that simple and straightforward. Or is it?   Too often Christmas parties are arranged, and staff members clown around, get drunk and do things they wouldn’t normally do. Christmas...

  SECTOR WATCH - Jonathan Lamm, founder and managing director of The Monday Group highlights challenges and opportunities in the hospitality and events industries.   The Global Recruiter recently caught up with Jonathan Lamm, founder and managing director of The Monday Group, a specialist provider of Recruitment and HR Consulting services to the hospitality and even...

In the bustling Sydney restaurant scene, there has been no shortage of new and very impressive venue openings, particularly in the latter part of the 2017 calendar year. For example, Neil Perry’s Rosetta which is a 160-seat premium casual dining Italian offering. Located in Sydney’s CBD and open 7 days a week, this restaurant is a big name in a white-hot celebrity chef marke...