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9 May 2008

Doing a job on the Job Network

With unemployment low, and workforce participation high, those being assisted in their search for work by Job Network service providers might not be getting what they need from a system developed years ago. The National Interest looks at a suggestion that trailing commissions (yes, the bane of superannuation investors everywhere) might actually be perfect for achieving better outcomes for those without work.


Guests

David Hetherington
Executive Director Per Capita

Elaine Robb
CEO Encompass Community Services in Geelong

Further Information

Unlocking the Value of a Job: Market Design in Employment Services

Presenter

Peter Mares

Producer

John Standish

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