SA’s growing shortage of cybersecurity skills
South Africa is facing a shortage of cybersecurity skills. It's nothing new and we are not alone - this is a global challenge - yet, the gaps are growing locally. By Simeon Tassev, MD and qualified security assessor (QSA) at Galix The biggest obstacle: these skills...
Review recruitment criteria to get the right people
With the sea-change that has taken place in the world of work and in higher education in recent years, employers and recruiters should take the time to review their selection criteria to ensure they land the best talent for their needs, an expert says. “Companies...
Small ways to impress in a job interview
Despite the usual connotations around job interviews, not every answer in an interview has to be a grand monologue. Instead, do your research on the finer details to make a good first impression. Lyndy van den Barselaar, MD of ManpowerGroup South Africa, explains: "We...
Manage employee stress
Managers and team leaders can play a crucial role in helping employees manage workplace stress, which will lead to stronger teams and greater productivity, an expert says. Additionally, identifying and using stress to their advantage, new employees and the recently...
UCT comments on new wage bill
The Department of Labour is considering one of the biggest changes to South Africa's labour laws since 1995 by, amongst other things, introducing a National Minimum Wage (NMW). The NMW Bill will set a wage of at least R20 for workers across all sectors of the economy...
12 graduates from Cell C Girl Child Bursary Fund
The Cell C Girl Child Bursary Fund, a financial resource that invests in the tertiary education of disadvantaged young women, has produced 12 female graduates over the past two years and every one of them is now successfully employed. The young women have qualified in...
Sticki improves user adoption
Intervate has a new program, Sticki, developed to drive agility within organisations and help them meet current business needs through technology, processes and mindset adjustment. Aimed at medium to corporate sized organisations (SMCs) of 300 to 1000 employees,...
Stop exploiting Day Zero crisis
Rather than taking advantage of the Day Zero crisis, companies should assist by providing affordable solutions. This is the word from Alto Africa, which has challenged other companies to step up and "do the right thing" by helping others. In an effort to support local...
Recruitment trends for 2018
While top talent will always be an objective of recruitment, technology, big data and new generations entering the workplace means that the industry is dynamic and constantly evolving. Jake Willis, CEO of youth employment agency, Lulaway, highlights some of the trends...
Questions to ask the interviewer
They can be intimidating and overwhelming, but job interviews should not be seen, or treated as, a one-way street. While it is your chance to make a good first impression as a candidate, it should also be seen as your chance to find out more about the position and the...
Role of the CCMA in labour disputes
South Africa's business landscape is highly competitive and is governed by legislation designed to enforce compliance. It is important for employers to know under what circumstances a critical resource such as the CCMA (Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and...
Get employees to use new technology
New technology can save your small business time and money--but only if your employees actually use it. Unfortunately, humans are hard-wired to resist change, especially if it affects their already busy workdays, writes Xerox's Rieva Lesonsky. Here are some tips for...