Lockdown, social distancing, quarantine and self-isolating; all these ‘restrictions’ means we have been, and will continue to, spend a lot of time at home in the upcoming weeks. And, once you’ve completed all the ‘intelligent’ activities that you think you should be doing such as 1000-piece puzzles, board games... Read more

Working from home has brought into sharp focus the importance of soft skills and global competencies – and are allowing those employees who were previously overlooked in the office environment to shine, an education expert says. “Until recently, soft skills had to be content with a nod, while applause... Read more

The last year has proven to be challenging for the professional labour market within South Africa, due to various economic and political reasons says Michael Page South Africa. Michael Page South Africa Director Paul Newman says while 2019 started cautiously, investors adopted a ‘wait and see’ approach. This has,... Read more

Many companies will have to go into recovery mode once the lockdown and the restrictive measures that were put in place are officially lifted. Mkhuseli Vangile, Managing Director of the DCF says with industries already burdened by an unstable economy, many should look to ways that can help market... Read more

A life-skills academy, dedicated to inspiring young minds, has launched an online platform to provide South African teenagers and young adults with the vital skills required to build successful and fulfilling careers and enhance their quality of life. The brainchild of Pride Factor MD Dene Botha recently honoured as... Read more

Your first job search after graduation can be both exciting and terrifying, particularly in South Africa where many qualified people compete for a limited number of vacancies. But the experience can be made much more rewarding, and the chances of success greater, by following a few simple guidelines, an... Read more

Tshembani Gerald Kgwedi’s computer course in management systems delivered 100% on his career goals – getting a job, being independent and ultimately owning a business. He explains that he “always been interested in opportunities in software and technology.  So IQ’s management information systems computer course was a good option... Read more

Create a LinkedIn profile for job search that boosts your online brand presence and revs up your job opportunities. Businesses understand it, and you can see that most brand building is now done online. It stands to reason that individuals begin to build their professional personas online as well.... Read more