Passing matric opens many doors, but for those who are unsuccessful there are ways of studying to increase your work options. “Learners who failed last year or failed in the past may find this time of the year hits a sore spot. [But] you can still take the next steps to advance your career,” says Eloise Nolte, MD of Optimi
Continue reading A new year brings the promise of change, and for some it may mean dusting off their CV’s and looking for new job. “If you have your sights set on a big career move on landing your dream job in 2023, your CV has to be up to scratch,” says marketing agency Penquin Human Resources (HR) Coordinator Fundi Twala and
Continue reading Image supplied by Canva Article written by Margret Harris You are back at work (whether in office or remotely) after a well-deserved break, but you aren’t feeling inspired or excited about your career. “Decide what works for you. Devote time to developing regular rhythms and habits that will help you. These can help you cope better with the problems you
Continue reading Image supplied by Canva Article written by Margret Harris Salary negotiations can be stressful and disappointing, especially considering many companies are struggling financially. Requests for more money are therefore always dismissed. “To showcase your value to the organization and embed recognition of your positive contribution in the minds decision-makers, there needs to be ongoing self-monitoring of your achievements performance, and
Continue reading A genuine onboarding process, with recruits properly integrated into an organisation, can ensure they begin their time on a positive note. “[Onboarding] sets the tone for the employee’s relationship with an employer while they are with the company. A good start will help joiners become productive, immerse themselves in the culture and get comfortable with their new role,” says Jeff
Continue reading Image supplied by Canva Article written by Margret Harris Losing skilled employees can be damaging for companies, which face a period of uncertainty while they fill the vacancies. It makes more sense to try to hold on to the workers you have “With employees able to access new prospects as global opportunities increase, companies need to take measures to
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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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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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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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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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