People tend to talk about Big Data jobs and data science like they’re catch-all phrases that require a monolithic skill-set. But they’re not. The truth is that jobs in the field of data cover a broad spectrum, and the skills required for one kind of data job might not be suitable for the next. Wondering Continued »
Have you ever considered a career in technology? If you haven’t, perhaps it’s time to start contemplating where IR4 is heading, how it might affect your job, and how you can future-proof your income. South Africa is a leader among African countries as far as technological advancements are considered. Our tech sector is crammed full Continued »
You’d think that some of SA’s most dangerous jobs would be along the lines of healthcare workers and pretty much anything requiring you to work with crowds thanks to the global Covid19 panic. Perhaps the current viral situation does make jobs in healthcare a little riskier, but today, we’re not focusing on the healthcare sector Continued »
Google seems like a word cemented into the modern vocabulary, but not everyone is as savvy with tech terms (or usage of the actual tech) as Bill Gates, the guy that founded Google. The truth is that older employees, in particular, might feel left behind by their lack of computer skills. In almost all sectors Continued »
We all love a good podcast. They’re entertaining and often serve as great ways of productively passing time on your morning commute to the office. Here are some of the best career podcasts that offer free job advice; perfect for keeping you motivated and inspired to fine-tune your skills. A roundup of the best Continued »
At one stage or another, we all strive to invest in ourselves so that we can serve the world, in one way or another. When we refer to the term “career capital,” we’re referring to what efforts you invest in yourself in order to brighten up not only your own future but that of the Continued »
If you have been contemplating the idea of leaving the world of open-plan offices behind and embarking on a journey towards working from home in South Africa, you are not alone. 2017 stats from Dimension Data indicated that 42% of all South African companies had employees working from home on a full-time basis. Regus also Continued »
A cybersecurity specialist, also known as IT security professional, works hard to protect computers and networks within an organisation from criminal intrusion. Positions in cybersecurity are some of the most sought-after in the tech sector as more and more businesses seek to fight off attacks from cybercriminals and hackers. What does a cybersecurity specialist Continued »
With the onset of the New Year, a lot of has-been job seekers are starting out at their new jobs. They’ve been hired, and they’re ready to start the brand new chapters of their lives. But here’s the catch: They’ve signed employment contracts which have three-month probationary periods.Are they able to call themselves employees or Continued »
The popularity of gap year programs has been on a steady rise in South Africa, and it’s not only popular with graduates any longer, but professionals are also leveraging the power of these ‘sabbaticals’ as well. Whether you’re planning on taking on an Au Pair job in the UK or a TEFL program in Continued »