Rob Cugno

About Rob Cugno

I am the founder of Future U Coaching and I’m passionate about helping people find the career they love.

How to Secure Your Well-Deserved Pay Rise and Manage Cost of Living Pressures

Over the past five years, Australia has grappled with significant cost of living pressures, deeply impacting both individuals and families. One of the critical factors in this economic strain has been the change in real wages, which reflects the actual purchasing power of income after accounting for inflation. During

By |2025-09-05T14:09:34+10:00September 5th, 2025|Uncategorized|

The Numbers – Latest Job Market Stats

Key Takeaways for Someone Considering a Job / Career Change: Traditional white‑collar roles in finance, technical consulting and office administration are under pressure. Fields tied to government‑funded sectors (health, education, public agencies) are still hiring. Pivoting into skill‑driven roles—especially those involving AI‑support or human-centric tech—is increasingly valuable. Expect fierce

By |2025-08-19T18:44:53+10:00August 19th, 2025|Uncategorized|

Questions from the Inbox

“Rob, I keep hearing conflicting information about CV scanners, are they a “thing” in Australia?  What is the “truth”? Most Australian employers now use Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) — and many are adding AI to screen and even interview candidates. In fact, 42% of high-volume hirers use AI-integrated ATS,

By |2025-08-19T19:34:06+10:00July 4th, 2025|Career Advice, Coaching, Employment|

How to beat Applicant Tracking Systems

An Applicant Tracking System (ATS) is a software tool used by human resources departments and recruiters to manage the recruitment process. It is designed to streamline and automate the recruiting process by managing job postings, sourcing candidates, tracking applications, and managing the hiring process. This article provides tips on

By |2025-07-04T14:05:51+10:00July 2nd, 2025|Applications|

In the know – Upcoming Career Events

Future U Coaching, Learn & Do Event, late July, 2025 (date TBC). Melbourne Career Expo, 25-27th July 2025, Melbourne Vic >> https://www.careerexpo.com.au/ APS Psychology Career Expo, 29th July, 2025, Perth >> https://psychology.org.au/event/24992  APS Psychology Career Expo, 31st July, 2025, Adelaide  University Open Days, August 2025.  

By |2025-07-04T14:04:43+10:00July 1st, 2025|Career Advice, Coaching, Employment|

Nervous About Finding a New Job? Here are 3 ways to build your confidence

Do you feel nervous about finding a new job? You’re not alone. According to a survey by Hired of 2,500 workers across Australia, the UK and USA, 8 out of 10 working adults said finding a new job is stressful (more stressful than visiting the dentist!). Stress caused by

By |2025-07-21T13:03:52+10:00June 28th, 2025|Career Advice, Coaching|

Five Networking Tips for Introverts

Do you prefer watching Netflix in your pyjamas to trading business cards with a room full of strangers? You’re not alone. According to Susan Cain, a published author and leader in the ‘Quiet Revolution’, up to 50 percent of Americans consider themselves to be ‘introverts’. It’s reasonable to assume

By |2025-07-01T16:06:50+10:00May 19th, 2025|Career Advice, Coaching|

Not getting the salary you deserve in testing times?

5 Strategies to Secure Your Well-Deserved Pay Rise Are you not getting the salary you deserve? Over the past five years, Australia has grappled with significant cost of living pressures, deeply impacting both individuals and families. One of the critical factors in this economic strain has been the change

By |2025-05-06T15:28:30+10:00February 23rd, 2025|Employment, Negotiation, Pay Rise, Salary|
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