Author Archive for: Karissa

How to address the Gender-gap

The gender gap remains stubbornly in place, with women globally earning less than men do, but the issue is about more than money and every company can make small changes to address it “It is not only a question of pay; however, as the presence of women in companies is still much smaller compared with that of men. In technology,

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How to Develop Soft Skills

Soft skills are not just nice-to-haves for companies—they have been found in a recent survey conducted by Upskillist to be essential for business growth and employee wellbeing and engagement “With the workplace constantly changing and with almost every facet of industry and business having experienced rapid shifts in the past three years, the need for specific skill sets have changed

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How to create a CV that gets you a Job

Looking for work is a competitive process, so you need to make sure your CV is up to the task of putting you ahead of the pack “A CV is a document that represents your skills, experiences, qualifications, achievements and knowledge to potential employers and hiring managers. The aim is to help you secure an interview, which is usually the

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How to make Diversity a Priority

South African companies have done more to promote diversity than those other countries, but there is room for improvement “Diversity helps to create a richness of ideas and innovation. It should be about meeting employment equity targets and building a team that covers the spectrum regarding socio-economic background, religion, marital status, education, sexual orientation, neurodiversity, disability and life experience,” says

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How to apply HR lesson from Covid

The pandemic has changed so much, not least the world of work, and companies need to ensure they are up to date with changes if they want to remain employers of choice “Navigating the pandemic was a daunting task for employees and employers. The lifting of regulations signaled a welcome return to a semblance of normality. However, invaluable insights about

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How to use retirees to address the skills Shortage

SA faces two apparently contradictory crises—high unemployment rate and a dire skills shortage. While solving the former is complex, the latter can be tackled by hiring retirees “Retired professionals possess the skills and experience to temporarily step into vacancies that would otherwise be difficult to fill and can ensure the transfer of skills to their younger counterparts,” says Wayne Alcock,

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How to Plan & Pay for Tertiary Education

Investing in your education could be the most important outlay you ever make, but it requires planning and commitment “An analysis of the national unemployment statistics makes it clear those with qualifications are far less likely to join unemployment queues. Education is vital and you will have the rest of your life to be grateful for making sacrifices now,” says

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How to… Keep Top Performers Happy

Companies invest a lot in high-performing employees, so it makes sense to ensure they are not lured away by other employers. “Business is about people. Put your people first by understanding their needs, by giving them what they need to thrive, and by creating a Company and culture they feel proud of and inspire to work for. But also

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How to… Stay Relevant at Work

After an increase in retrenchments during the pandemic, many people worry they may also lose their jobs. But there are ways to make sure you are viewed as an essential service. “Since the pandemic, we have seen a huge increase in job losses. I have had conversations with newly unemployed candidates who are distressed and the phrase ‘I didn’t

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How to use volunteering to boost your employability

The catch-22 position that many young people find themselves in – they need experience to get work, but need work to get the experience – can be alleviated through volunteering “Volunteering is a great way to learn workplace skills and give back at the same time. You’ll be working alongside industry professionals and building social capital that can help you

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