A Map to Find Your Way Through…

When things change so rapidly, the last thing you want
is to be stuck with a map full of old ideas.

There’s a lot of happening with rapid change, global downturns, profit downgrades, and other business issues making day-to-day leadership a real challenge. And with change comes a need to reevaluate not only what we know, but how we do things to keep delivering a solid performance.

How Can Leaders Safely Explore New Horizons?

While doing “more of the same” might seem the easiest it’s fraught with danger. The world of business, community expectations and governments will continue to change the playing field and your team is looking to you to lead them safely to ongoing and continued success.

Focus on the Real Issues

With experts in various areas such as the political & global outlook; recruitment & business trends; technology and relationships, you can be assured that you’ll gain the executive-level understanding needed to effectively manage the major changes influencing the world today.

Rewrite the rules and achieve your business targets… make sure you’re prepared to take on the whole world at the RCSA International Conference 2008.

Early Bird closes in THIS WEEK on 31st July

Sessions Political & Global Outlook

• 10 Global Trends
• The most serious challenge of our time 

Relationship Management

• Capturing the Moment
• Relationship Track Records
• Staff Development & Knowledge Management Strategies 

Finding the Way

• Climbing Your Own Everest 

Recruitment Sector

• Recruitment and the Global Picture
• Profit Inducement Strategies

Technology Innovation

• Online Employment Tomorrow & Beyond 

Business Outlook

• Managing the Bottom Line
• Stand and Deliver Success
• Bridging Recruitment & Marketing

Proudly supported by

• Principal Sponsor RecruitmentSuper & eoSaver
• Major Sponsors  OAMPS Insurance Brokers & PostJobsOnce
• Associate Sponsors careerone.com.au & SEEK
• Conference Supporters  Aspiresolutions International, Bank of Queensland, JOBX, LearningSeat, LinkMe ,RecruitmentSystems & TurboRecruit
• Session Supporters Fathom Business Architects, Liberty International Underwriters,  mycareer.com.au, Recruit+, Scott Recruitment, WC Berkely & WorkPro

There are dark clouds on the horizon…
Are you really prepared to lead your people through the tough times ahead?

As the world moves closer to recession you can bet your bottom dollar that your company’s clients will be expecting you to deliver higher service for lower fees. And don’t expect that you’ll be saved by a break in the skills shortage—you can still expect the ageing workforce to deliver fewer incoming workers to replace retirees.

So what does this mean for you?

The old ways of selling recruitment services will become a sure-fire way to delegate your company to scurrying after the scraps: not knowing what your clients and candidates want will paint you as a low-quality business. Not having your business operations reflecting contemporary community standards will brand you a poor “corporate citizen.” And failing to heed global trends will accelerate the spiral into short-term sales activity to constantly try to catch up to shrinking sales targets.

But it’s not all doom-and-gloom…

The RCSA International Conference 2008 will investigate the key drivers of business as they’re happening now and what you can expect the future to bring so that you can get your business ready. Addressing both hard issues such as the political, economic, technological as well as the softer side of business such as people, relationships and corporate citizenship, the International Conference will prepare you to lead your company into an otherwise uncertain future.

Don’t gamble the survival of your business on ‘next quarter’s sales figures…’ make sure you’re prepared to take on the whole world at the RCSA International Conference 2008.

Early Bird closes in ONE WEEK on 31st July!

Proudly supported by

• Principal Sponsor RecruitmentSuper & eoSaver
• Major Sponsors  OAMPS Insurance Brokers & PostJobsOnce
• Associate Sponsors careerone.com.au & SEEK
• Conference Supporters  Aspiresolutions International, Bank of Queensland, JOBX, LearningSeat, LinkMe ,RecruitmentSystems & TurboRecruit
• Session Supporters Fathom Business Architects, Liberty International Underwriters,  mycareer.com.au, Recruit+, Scott Recruitment, WC Berkely & WorkPro

Imagining Catastrophe or Delivering Change

The Hon Bob Carr, the former Premier of New South Wales introduced the first carbon trading scheme in 2003 and has been at the forefront of discussion in the "global warming" debate since 1971. In 2004 he served as a member of Tony Blair’s International Climate Change Taskforce.

At the RCSA's Bridiging Connections Conference in New Zealand in August he will be sharing his ideas across a broad range of topics that will capture our attention and challenge our sensibilities to ensure we deliver change, not sit back waiting for catastrophe.

His views on world trade trends, the need for humanitarian intervention, international co-operation on global warming and the notion of a " community of democracies" will be a wide ranging and informative presentation from one of the most respected speakers on international issues.

This presentation is supported by the Bridging Connections Principal Sponsor RecruitmentSuper.

Thought Leadership - RCSA Takes on the Challenge

The RCSA, with its Principal Partner RecruitmentSuper has, over the past few years been recognised for its thought leadership and its focus on global and local issues related to employment and people generally.

This year's International Conference sets out to bridge the connection between what we do and what we can do.

The speakers have been asked to focus on the planet, people, technology and business - all core elements for the success of this industry and the economies of Australia and New Zealand in a world that is challenged by environmental and people issues.

Opening Address

Daniel Silke one of South Africa’s leading independent political analysts will set the scene with his challenging opening address as he drives us to consider the top 10 political, economic and social trends that will transform the world over the next two decades - and asks each of us if we, and our businesses, ready for the ride.

This opening address is sponsored by careerone.com.au an Associate Sponsor of Bridging Connections 2008. I'll see you in Christchurch, New Zealand on from Wednesday 27 - Friday 29th August, 2008

Register before July 31st and save $... with your earlybird registration

Be sure to take the opportunity to encourage your leadership and management team to participate in this event designed just for them.

Who Comes, What Takes Place, and Why You Should Be at Connect Communicate Consider 2008

Australia & New Zealand—there’s also a where and a how. The where is Christchurch, New Zealand 27th to 29th August 2008. The how is to visit the website and register.

Who Comes?

Over 300 CEOs, business owners, managers and leaders from recruitment, on-hire and workforce solutions companies in Australia and New Zealand. In 2007 the attendees came from all States and Territories of Australia, from New Zealand, the United Kingdom, United States, Singapore and India. Many attendees came from small, independent firms with a strong representation from regional, national, and multinational companies.

What Takes Place?

Master classes; keynote presentations driving business and thought leadership; Think Tank discussions focusing on the Conference learning tracks of connecting with people, planet, technology and self; panel sessions addressing knowledge management in business; outstanding networking functions; tours that explore the beautiful Christchurch area… too much to describe here so visit the website to get the details on the professional development, networking, and fun.

Why Should You be There?

One word—opportunity. For what? Improving your business networks; forming new partnerships; exchanging ideas with a diverse group of leaders and professionals; networking; improving the efficiency of your organization; and of course maintaining a competitive edge. Attendees will go back to their organizations rejuvenated, motivated, and with a greater understanding of the global business message.

And here's a bonus for those of you who have earned the Accredited Professional Recruiter designation or are working towards it: you can earn twenty Continuing Professional Education points to maintain your designation. RCSA's International Conference only happens once a year and is the Association's premier business event. Don't miss out on this chance to meet people who can make a difference in how you succeed over the next year. Register today.

Principal Sponsor – RecruitmentSuper
Major Sponsor – OAMPS Insurance Brokers

For More Information
Visit the APR Program webpage

RCSA CEO Extends Invitation to Connect, Communicate, Consider:
International Conference 2008
Christchurch: 27th to 29th August 2008

Registrations now open

RCSA CEO Julie Mills extends a special invitation to all recruitment, on-hire and workforce solutions owners, managers CEO’s and leaders and industry suppliers to join her at the RCSA International Conference from 27 to 29 August 2008 in Christchurch, New Zealand.

At “Connect, Communicate, Consider,” I am sure you will find the tools and ideas to bring your business to the next level in the global marketplace and you will also ensure that you meet with suppliers and associates who are heading in the right direction as well. Many companies bring their leadership teams to this event and I encourage you to do the same and maximize your investment.

Register by 31 July and save up to $200 on your registration. You can also take advantage of a negotiated bulk registration arrangement by contacting Conference Action directly to discuss bookings of FIVE or more from one organization. Several Affiliate companies have already taken advantage of this opportunity to ensure they maximize their networking and business development opportunities.

Get the most out of your trip to Christchurch, and meet other colleagues in the profession by registering for the Masterclasses (pre-conference) entertainment events (during the Conference) or tours (post conference). For registration forms, a Conference program and details on the speakers and other events visit the website today.

Principal Sponsor – RecruitmentSuper
Major Sponsor – OAMPS Insurance Broker