Common CV mistakes and how to avoid them
Writing a curriculum vitae (CV) is one of the most important career management tasks for any job seeker. However, as the workforce and ways of working continue to evolve, the way a successful CV is written, developed and presented has also transformed. ManpowerGroup...
Five myths around tertiary education
It's a common belief in South Africa that a degree gives you the best chance of getting a job after your studies. However, with the never-ending changes in the technology industry, the course content of institutions offering traditional degrees often lacks the agility...
How to get people management experience
People management experience is a valuable skill that can propel your career forward in many ways. If you are looking to move into a management role or move forward in your career, but feel that you lack the experience to do so, ManpowerGroup South Africa's MD, Lyndy...
Unlocking employee engagement with enterprise technology
IT departments are rightly concerned with the provision and maintenance of robust and secure enterprise technology; and this remains of utmost importance in a data-driven landscape. by Ronald Ravel, director B2B South Africa at dynabook South Africa But equally,...
Preparing the HR department for the digital workplace
The world of work continues to evolve, altering our assumptions about the jobs and tasks we do, the tools we use to perform them, and the ways in which we collaborate with our colleagues. By Debbie Tim, regional director: people business partners at Sage Africa &...
Dynamic DNA launches entrepreneurship programme
ICT training academy Dynamic DNA has launched a programme aimed at creating employment and promoting entrepreneurship opportunities in South Africa. Prudence Mabitsela, Dynamic DNA MD and co-founder, aims to promote entrepreneurship and skills development as a way of...
Training a holiday seasonal workforce
Providing a customer experience that wows customers is difficult enough. Then add the stress and business of holidays along with a temporary workforce, and the task can seem nearly impossible. However, short time frames and high demands make it critical for...
Harnessing technology for business efficiency
Time is money, it is said. Businesses that understand the value of both these resources in today's age of rapid digitalisation are capitalizing on workplace streamlining solutions in order to harness technology for much greater efficiency. By Dalene Sechele, head:...
Managing a multi-generational workforce
Each generation has different work expectations. How can organisations address this challenge effectively without compromising on its core values? Nicol Myburgh, head of the HR business Unit at CRS Technologies, believes that while a standardised approach is ill...
Making lifestyle audits easy practice for business
The term "lifestyle audit" has fast become a hot topic. This follows a pledge by President Ramaphosa and the recent announcements by Public Service Minister Senzo Mchunu, and Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Patricia de Lille that the government will be...
Get qualified for SA’s most in-demand jobs
Savvy businesses understand that to remain competitive in this digital era, they need to be innovative, drive operational efficiency, and offer the best customer experience. And, because consumers are growing increasingly dependent on their mobile devices for personal...
The Learning Resource: The Software Developer
This is one job that will put you in high demand no matter where you live, or want to live, in the world. If you were a trained software developer right now, in South Africa, you’d find your job prospects to be more than a little awesome. In fact, you’d probably be...