Just finished reading an article on Stuff.co.nz – It’s making me cross!

http://www.stuff.co.nz/slider-pointer/2601423/Pair-on-a-mission-to-help-returnees-find-love

The great thing about the human experience is that we have CHOICE. Sure the economy has taken a down turn, this is not a recent development and it’s fair to say some sectors have been affected more than others, to feel sorry for someone who has made the choice to come home to New Zealand – or the village as Iremonger refers to is just ludicrous. A candidate that is resourceful, and can recognise their own diversity can certainly seek offshore employment opportunities, there is work out there – for those that want to do it.

Waiting at home for a recruiter to call is very much the methodology of larger geographic spaces, however it isn’t the New Zealand way and when representing job seekers I will always help someone who is proactive in their hunt.

As for the singles scene being dire, I challenge her to do some stats; as a recruiter I regularly meet professional, motivated sensational candidates, many are single and would be considered a great catch, and the singles scene really is like finding a new job – you need to get off the couch – the phone ain’t going to ring with your dream partner on the other end.

However, her grandiose gesture is fabulously generous and quite philanthropic, to put a ball on for the unemployed, those that can’t afford a ticket – or a gown. It will look great on her CV.