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The PN Personnel team share our market knowledge and employment news in our regular blog posts. 

By Matt Smout September 3, 2026
Referrals come in many shapes and forms, from word of mouth to a social review online. Referrals cost nothing yet are worth their weight in gold for marketing and driving business sales.
By Matt Smout August 5, 2026
Recruitment is our passion at PN Personnel. For more than 30 years, we've been helping businesses find the right people through our extensive networks, proven recruitment processes and tailored recruitment solutions. We take a consultative approach, partnering with employers to deliver successful recruitment outcomes.
By Matt Smout July 8, 2026
Need people for your projects? There are many benefits to engaging a specialist professional, and we have a range of talent currently available. We explain more in our latest blog.
By Cushla Brasell June 11, 2026
Psychometric Assessments benefit your recruitment process by delivering insight into a candidate’s work style, motivations, critical thinking and team fit. We explain why you should include these assessments in your next permanent recruitment.
By Jo Norman June 2, 2026
1st June 2026 marks a very special milestone as we celebrate our Business Manager Jo Norman and her 20-year work anniversary. We sat down with Jo to reflect on her career journey, the evolution of recruitment technology, and the advice she has for businesses and job seekers after two decades in the industry.
Interview
By Matt Smout May 13, 2026
There's a saying: "hire for attitude, train for skill." So, what really matters most when you're recruiting your next team member?
The cost of a bad hire
By Matt Smout April 15, 2026
A good hire can propel your company forward. A bad hire costs time, money and can damage your reputation. We explain how it can go wrong and why partnering with a Recruitment Specialist is a smart investment.
By Jo Norman March 18, 2026
There have been several recent changes to employment settings. From 1 April 2026, updates include changes to KiwiSaver contribution rates, an increase to the Minimum Wage, and higher ACC levies. We outline the key changes you need to know about.
By Matt Smout February 18, 2026
Recruiting exclusively with PN Personnel means clarity, commitment and quality at every stage of the process. Learn more about why exclusive recruitment benefits your business and team.
By Matt Smout January 14, 2026
We start 2026 with a sense of optimism, a turning of the tide as business confidence grows and the employment market stabilises. Have a read as we explain the reasons for this positive momentum.
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