5 things recruiters actually look at on your CV
Careers January 22, 2018
Well known companies and name Brands It may go against your grain but name brands still carry weight in the world of work. Prestigious schools and innovative companies carry the assumption that you are worth investing in as an employee. This of course does not mean that if you have... Read more
As hundreds of thousands of prospective students attempt to secure a place at public universities, with only a fraction of them likely to be accommodated due to limited capacity, education experts have highlighted the need for school-leavers to consider the many exciting careers that are accessible without degree study.... Read more
How to use body language to ace your interview
Careers January 18, 2018
Acing an interview is definitely tougher than it sounds. Your nerves can easily get the better of you. If we are honest with ourselves, at some point everyone has been reduced to a dithering fool whilst sitting opposite an icy interviewer. The feeling of walking out of the interview... Read more
Seven steps to landing your first job
Careers January 17, 2018
So, you’ve just graduated – congratulations! You are probably excited to find that dream job, earn an income and put your skills and education to use. While landing your first job may feel overwhelming, don’t despair. Jake Willis, CEO of entry level recruitment company, Lulaway, provides some proven strategies... Read more
Matric class of 2017: great results mean greater options
Careers January 16, 2018
Now is the time to confirm you are making the right study choices As First Years prepare to head off to higher education for the first time, many are having second thoughts about their chosen course or institution. While feelings of uncertainty are healthy and normal, an education expert... Read more
Why networking is key
Careers January 15, 2018
“Networks can be the edge that you need to get your foot in the door.” A number of companies cite referrals as one of the primary methods of long term retention and even offer current employees bonuses if they can refer a successful candidate. One company we spoke to... Read more
Recent research conducted by John Coleman of Harvard University has revealed that your work can be more than just a job if you change how you think about it. Coleman says “the secret is in working with a purpose.” A sewer cleaner from New York City put it succinctly:... Read more
How to use LinkedIn to get noticed
Careers January 10, 2018
There are millions of South Africans and thousands of developers using LinkedIn to boost their professional profiles, is it worth the effort or is it online snake-oil? If you aren’t sure, it’s probably time you learned how to use LinkedIn. We decided to delve into the intricate world of... Read more
Harvard’s 6 interview tips
Careers January 10, 2018
Recent research conducted by Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic of Harvard University reports that showing off and being overly confident in a job interview is a huge mistake. “When in an interview, it is important to talk about your talents without coming across as arrogant,” says the Harvard University author. He says... Read more
How to bounce back after job application disappointments
Careers January 9, 2018
Being turned down time after time for jobs you’ve applied for can be intensely disheartening, but there are some proven actions candidates can take to ensure their applications improve over time, which in turn will improve their chances in the marketplace. The most important thing to understand is that... Read more
