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E-mailing your Curriculum vitae involves some important do's and don'ts of which you should be aware. 5 Aug 2009 11:51


Dangerous games candidates play when applying for work

Some candidates are sometimes ‘economical with the truth' when applying for a position. Apart from the fact that you will probably lose your job if you are found out, there could be more serious consequences. 5 Aug 2009 10:48




Never bad-mouth an ex-employer

Don't do it at any time! Don't ever bad-mouth an ex-employer in front of a potential employer - even if you really want to. 5 Aug 2009 10:47


What makes a well-written employment advert?

An employment advert is written to advertise a job vacancy. In most cases it is not written by the employer. In most cases corporate companies use of agencies to shortlist and source suitable candidates. 5 Aug 2009 10:45


The importance of language competency in management

[Sibongile Mbuli, recruitment researcher] While language competency is very often mentioned in the requirements section of vacancy advertisement; it is the one competency that is almost always ignored by many. 2 Sep 2009 11:02




Making the most of campus campaigns

Marketers often spend large amounts of time and money unsuccessfully trying to 'crack' the university market. The crucial thing for marketers to realise, as demonstrated recently by the Allan Gray Orbis Foundation, is that it's not what you say that will guarantee you a captive student audience but how you say it. 21 Aug 2009 08:11


Building bridges over troubled water

[Hilary Alexander] First of all, bear a couple of things in mind: one - it's not what you know, it's who you know… and how you use them; two - know everything, say nothing. 18 Aug 2009 12:36


Reasons for leaving a company

The question is, what is the real reason you left your place of employment? Remember, be prepared that you could be asked to prove all information supplied. 18 Aug 2009 12:15


Interviews, and the questions you may be asked

While you will have to face an interview - or a number of them - as part of the process to get that job, you can prepare for them to a large extent if you have a good idea of the sort of questions you may be asked. Here are some samples… 13 Aug 2009 10:12


Lessons in world domination (or at least building a career in London)

[Hilary Alexander, Top Communications] It's a rite of passage. With clothes in a backpack and dreams in your hand luggage, you board the plane to chase your destiny. Destination: The World. Purpose of visit: to find fame and fortune…or at least fortune. 16 Jul 2009 06:38


Are you looking for a career or a job?

[Sibongile Mbuli, recruitment researcher] The South African job-market is currently under strain due to the economic recession that has not only hit the country, but also affects the whole world. Business is tough, and companies are looking to lay off skills they can do without, while at the same time retaining the best talent they have. 9 Jul 2009 10:23


Retrenched? Here's how to find work

If you're not finding employment by using traditional means, Mark Gray, head of online recruitment marketing and technology company, Graylink, explains how using online platforms correctly can open up possibilities you've never thought of. 22 Jun 2009 14:27


The struggle continues for corporate communicators

[Tshepiso Seopa] Delegates attending the Melcrum Corporate Communication Management Summit that ends today, 4 June 2009, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Johannesburg, heard that the struggle still continues for communicators to be taken seriously and be seen as professionals who contribute to the bottom line. 4 Jun 2009 12:58


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