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The Career Edge: Get 2010 off to a healthy start!
January 2010

Welcome to the first edition of Career Edge online for 2010. In this issue we take a look at the graduate job market, talk about dealing with difficult workplace issues such as bullying, and check out 10 things you need to look out for if you're offered a contracting job.

Contents
	2009 APESMA Scholarship winners announced! Congratulations to the winners of the Chifley Short Course, Chifley Diploma of Management and Certificate IV in Frontline Management scholarships.
	Graduate recruitment a good investment: study Businesses that invest in graduate recruitment see a return on investment of more than 500%, according to a new study.
	Graduate job market According to recent statistics, university students hoping that the economic recovery will make it easier for them to find their ideal job may find the going tougher than expected.
	Bullying in the workplace A recent study found that constant stress from a toxic workplace triggers anxiety and clinical depression in 30 per cent of women and 20 per cent of men. This can then affect co-workers, friends and family of the victim.
	Engineering, architectural and scientific milestones of 1909 We look into Bakelite and the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company Tower, New York City
	Contractor or employee? 10 things to look out for… It is not uncommon for recent graduates to be offered short-term contracting work to fill skills gaps or temporary shortages and it can be a good way to gain further work experience to add to your CV or get a foot in the door with a possible future employer.
	Being work savvy Here are some common industrial relations terms that may be unfamiliar in the early stages of your career.
	Member seminars APESMA hold regular seminars in capital cities around the country. The first round of Young Professional seminars begins in February 2010.
	Member Advantage services APESMA members can access exclusive savings on a range of lifestyle and financial benefits everyday!
	Young Professionals Job Update Providing you with a list of graduate and permanent roles in your industries.