If you’re the kind of person that loves spending time with other people and working in groups, a solitary office job just isn’t going to take you places. You see, extroverts derive energy from people instead of isolation, and as such, they thrive in situations that put them in the spotlight. And although it might Continued »
As it grows and adapts to the new demands of consumers, South Africa’s marketing sector is seeing some great positive changes. With a positive outlook for growth within the industry, there has never been a better time to make a move and join the marketing sector. But before you jump the gun, here’s what you Continued »
According to a recent study done in the U.S., men and women still find it awkward to work together, and although it’s a battle as old as time itself, it’s becoming much more of an issue for women looking to establish themselves in the corporate environment. It is estimated that roughly 60% of women in Continued »
When your partner is out job hunting for a great new opportunity it can be a time of excitement, but let’s face it: it can also be a time of hard knocks and uncertainties. As soon as the job search starts taking longer than you both expected it would, it’s okay to experience a flagging Continued »
With job automation steadily reducing the need for human operators in certain industries, could we be facing a future of worsening inequality and stagnant incomes? According to articles published by the New York Times and the Associated Press, it may be a very real problem. As machines, robots, and software become more intelligent and sophisticated Continued »
The big, scary world beyond the cosy comforts of college is a culture shock to every graduate. Competition is fierce for the handful of job opportunities and the old saying is true; the early bird does catch the worm. There is no time to procrastinate or leave job search until the last minute as all the Continued »
Most professional, at some point in their career, will wish that their resume packed a bit more punch, that it contained some sparkling accolades or some big name employers. However, exaggerating on your resume is a recipe for disaster and here’s why. 1. You will have to prove it. When hiring managers invite you for Continued »
Employers! Here’s one quick question: are you posting the right job ads to engage the best candidates? The problem is, many companies are too overloaded up with work that something as seemingly insignificant as a job ad can often find itself at the bottom of the priority list. This is no excuse for slapping up an unattractive Continued »