No, it’s not cool to always work late and hard. No, a football table and green plants are no longer enough. And yes, employees are saying it loud and clear: it’s a matter of corporate responsibility. If you are reading this article, you may be thinking that everything is fine at your startup, as your
It is often when a startup hires that the trouble begins. As in any organisation, we must not forget that it is first and foremost the people who add value to a company. Small management errors can quickly jeopardise the dynamics of a company; as the founder you need to know how to build a
When you hear the words job interview the next thing that comes to your mind is ‘preparation’. When we talk about taking advantage of the interview process, preparation is key, but this does not apply to job seekers alone – it is also important for you as a recruiter. Research shows that 78% of job seeker lie in the
No doubt, the world is experiencing extreme changes especially with the outbreak of the pandemic. The hiring process has changed rapidly as the world gradually shifts to remote work in response to the Covid-19 pandemic. It is no news that many companies have turned to carry out most of their operations virtually, even their interview
Surviving your first week on a new job feels just like your first day in a new school. The rush of energy to get started comes with feelings of uncertainty, fear as well as a momentary loss of confidence. Regardless of what your story turns out to be, whether thrive on your new job and
You got the job and you are greeted with cheers and congratulatory messages but upon resuming, you discover that new job perfectly encapsulates the ‘new job nightmare’ syndrome that a growing number of career professionals find themselves dealing with. Let us put this in perspective with an incident that was recently shared. Abdul was a
Job redundancy is a terrifying experience; whether in the face of right-sizing or downsizing. When your employers choose to cut-down on the workforce based on economic factors and challenges and you are directly affected, it can bruise your ego, confidence and career Before we proceed, let’s take a quick look at what job redundancy is
Finding your first job could be tricky but it doesn’t have to be that way. For some, it is easy but for many others, it could stretch into a frustrating experience. Do you know that your first job is very impactful to the kind of career or job(s) you will go on to have. Many
Avoiding networking mistakes can make a world of difference for you when building a career. This could mean the difference between having many opportunities and not having any at all. In today’s professional clime, a lot about building your career and job search can get fast-tracked with the amount and quality of information available to you via
Keeping in touch with an old boss is very vital for your career and other networking opportunities. These bosses can serve as mentors, friends or network contacts. However, you need to ensure you are not one of those individuals who reach out to their old bosses just for favours and only when they have a need.
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