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How to Search for Your Dream Job Online

Job searching can be a daunting experience, especially if you are not quite sure which route to take to kick-start your career.  Imagine looking through the classifieds every morning with a pen in...

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Recruitment Scams in South Africa

It is without a doubt that there are a large number of unemployed people in South Africa. All of which spend most of their time scanning classifieds or job portals and registering with recruitment...

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How to Compile a Concise CV

Writing a curriculum vitae (CV) can be a daunting task for most. People often find it difficult selecting relevant information to include in the CV structure. One in six hiring managers spends about...

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The “art” of Writing a Persuasive Cover Letter

Writing a cover letter is an art that, if learned correctly the first time will be beneficial in the long run whenever you search for a job. There is obviously a reason why hiring managers require a...

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How to ace an interview

So a company finally replies to your application after sending countless emails to hiring managers and recruiters. You’ve got an interview lined up for this week yet, you just don’t know how to prepare...

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The Low-down on Engineering Jobs

What is Engineering? Engineers use technology, maths and science to solve every day problems. Engineering jobs involve design, building, analysis, and process evaluation. There are three major fields...

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Networking Your Way to the Perfect Job

Networking is the most effective way of connecting with new people, and it allows you to present your personal brand. By building relationships with people in your industry or field of interest, you...

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Surviving Your First Day At Work

Starting a new job can be quite exciting, whether you are new to the job market or have been in it for years; the thrill of a new adventure and a new experience is unparalleled. As exhilarating as...

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Tips For Finding The Perfect Part-time Job

University life is nothing short of fun and exciting. The sheer exhilaration of being in a new city, staying in res or simply making new friends and taking interesting courses is unparalleled. As a...

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5 Tips For Putting Together The Perfect Cover Letter

So you’ve put in the hours, working on perfecting your CV so that companies can know all about you? But is that really enough? Your CV will not let people know why you are an ideal candidate for the...

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What Do Admin Jobs Entail?

Can you imagine an office without an admin assistant? Things would surely fall apart. Who will make appointments, do all the filing, take and make calls, and ensure that the daily activities of the...

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Attitude, Positivity and Manners – The three secret ingredients to success

Whether you are starting off your career after studies, or have been working your way up the corporate ladder for years, there are three important ingredients that aid success – attitude, positivity...

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The importance of leaving a job on good terms

The importance of leaving a job on the right note cannot be stated enough. Sure, a part of your career is coming to an end, and at times it is not always the easiest situation. Whether you are leaving...

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Tips when you are working from home

Working from home may seem like paradise, but to ensure that you are effective and enjoy a healthy routine, it is important to set the ground rules. Turning your comfort zone into your office can...

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Upskilling yourself – the need to constantly lean and improve

To succeed in the workplace, it is essential that you continuously find ways to upskill yourself. As you progress through your career, you will constantly be challenged by those below you on the...

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What to expect and how to prepare for a career change

At some point in your life, you may feel that a career change is something you need. This may be because you have reached a ceiling in a certain profession; you may be transitioning from general jobs...

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Should you consider only digital jobs in this era?

We are firmly in the digital age. Computers build many of the products we use in our daily lives, while technology is carried with us at all times — and even worn as accessories. The digital revolution...

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The importance of Formal Language and Good Spelling when applying for a job

When applying for a job, it is important to put immense effort in creating the right first impression – and that impression is made through your CV and application email. For this reason, the...

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Tips for Getting Employed without a Matric Certificate

Heading into the workplace and Getting Employed without a Matric Certificate can be a daunting task, but although it is not ideal, it is certainly not the end of the world. There could be a variety of...

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The Importance of an Internship Programme

  An Internship Programme is essential for Businesses, and those looking to break into a specific Career In the South African Job Market, businesses favour Hiring Skilled and Experienced Staff, and...

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