South African News, Events and Press

In truth there are many benefits to be gained by using a specialist consultancy. In recent years the internet has become such a powerful medium for advertising it seemed logical...

In discussion with friends, I have realised that very few people actually know exactly how recruitment agencies work. There are many misconceptions out there and people have the perception that...

Over a quarter of all South Africans are unemployed, with the unskilled youth taking the brunt of dwindling job opportunities. Skills shortages in senior management and many of the professions...

In our business, we often hear candidates complain that they apply for thousands of jobs a month and never get invited for an interview. In our experience, there are many...

People born between 1980 and 1995 (Generation Y) often sense a feeling of resentment towards them at work from older colleagues and managers, says Talent Ocean online marketing manager Jennifer...

Research undertaken by an American-based employee relationship consultancy says the number one reason why people leave their jobs is due to a perceived lack of empathy from their bosses, says...

Over-snooping by bosses could at the same time result in an infringement of an employee’s right to privacy and, therefore, the monitoring of internet and email becomes an extremely fine...

The employment of people with disabilities should not be seen as merely a social responsibility exercise but as a genuine avenue of sourcing qualified and hard-working people in today’s skills-starved...

The South African economy is losing about R12 billion every year due to absenteeism, the Independent Newspapers editorialised recently.    It went on to say that the cost of absenteeism to...

A covering letter is an essential part of how jobseekers market themselves as this is usually the employer’s first encounter with the potential employee, says Talent Ocean, the online talent...

Don’t accept a counter offer because it's not always the best career move says Talent Ocean, the online talent management division of workforce management solutions provider the Kelly Group.     "If you...

Burnout will not only reduce your productivity at work but, if left unchecked, could eventually threaten your job, your relationships and even your health says Jennifer Mathews, the online marketing...

So, you've put years into finding the perfect job, first there was the twelve years of compulsory study to get your Matric, then you slogged it out for another stretch...

Team Torque Witness an explosion of energy and creativity with this dynamic car themed corporate teambuilding event. A packed crowd is buzzing with excitement, eagerly awaiting the start of the first...

Successful businesses aren’t created by great products, clever marketing, innovation, or business acumen; they’re created by people. And not just any people either, they’re created by people with determination and...

Leaders and managers differ in a lot of minor and major aspects: charismatic vs. authoritarian, people- vs. work focused, experimental vs. risk averse. Innovation vs. administration; development vs. maintenance. The...

The recruitment industry operates by connecting talented, qualified individuals with companies that are in need of skilled employees. As a result, recruitment agencies need to approach customer service from two...

It’s certainly not easy for mothers in the workplace. While businesses and societies are becoming a lot more amenable and accustomed to the idea of old and tired role definitions...

There are many people that are seeking for part time jobs in order to assist them with the rising cost of living. The economy isn’t getting any better anytime soon,...

V-Report Announces the launch of “Online Virtual Video Interviewing” in South Africa. Having solid experience encompassing 20 years in the field of recruitment as well as a thorough understanding of...

Employers make all sorts of mistakes when selecting candidates for a job, such as inadequate specification of requirements, believing they can “make do” with (cheaper) individuals who have lower levels...

A job search can be a tough process, because in order to find a job, you have so many different things to consider: How do you conduct a job search?...

Staffing costs are under scrutiny in most businesses today as cost-cutting becomes more and more prevalent in these tough times.  Staffing your business is expensive, particularly when you have a...

We all have different views on jobs.  Some of us see them as a way to pay the bills, while some of us see them as the reason for living. ...

The great news is that you can do it yourself – online hiring services are designed that you can advertise your jobs, screen and shortlist candidates, interview and hire your...

Many people from different industries and professions secure the services of an employment agency to help them find work; yet, not everyone thinks of using them. However, making use of...

With so many careers to select from, it’s no wonder that our choice of careers is one of our dominant life themes, right from our earliest years. Children as young...

Looking for a job can be frustrating. The longer one spends searching for the job the more frustrated you become and the less motivated you become. Recruiters can always spot...

Trisha Naicker's professional CV writing tips Short and sweet Keep your CV as concise as possible. Your professional CV should ideally not go over six pages. Give enough detail, but don't go...

You are not alone.  Most job seekers are so tired of applying for 100’s of positions only to be left in the dark.  No feedback, no invitation to an interview,...

The word ‘interview’ can make even the most confident of job seekers wince. The phrase CV, equally, often makes seasoned recruiters grimace and hold their heads in their hands.   Sadly, however,...

To start the recruitment process always remember you’re a product being sold to a company, and the goal of your professional CV is to communicate what you can do for...

www.hospitalityjobsafrica.co.za is an exciting new African job and resource website  for the hospitality and travel industry.  This niche website was designed by people from the hospitality & travel industry, for...

The three years ahead of the 2010 football world cup have created approximately 80 000 job opportunities in the South African hospitality & tourism industry according to the Department of...

The Home Office-SA site - still in the build-stage - will offer: enlightened, eco-concious South African companies (and individuals) a focused and centralised platform, and medium of expression, upon which...

Job interviews can make you anxious! You have twenty-four hours to go before your interview and you need to know what to prepare. Following these 6 essential job interview tips...