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Feb 26, 2024

Is your life out of balance? How to get back on track!

It doesn’t matter whether you are just starting out in your career or are in senior management; we all have challenges when it comes to creating that all-important work-life balance. And now, with the ability to grab your laptop and take your job home with you, those lines have become more and more blurred..
Oct 25, 2023

Overview & Benefits of Jobmail.co.za

As any job searcher knows, online job search sites are crucial to your success. They provide those all-important insights into the current job market, like which sectors are hiring to what skills are currently in demand. And they definitely take a lot of stress out of the process as you can happily find your dream job from the comfort of your home or local coffee shop..
Oct 18, 2023

Job Scams – Our 101 Guide For The Wise And Wary

Looking for a job can be an overwhelming task. You've updated your resume, you've crafted your cover letter, and you're ready to apply! But beware, there are, unfortunately plenty of people out there who would love to take advantage of unsuspecting job seekers. From fake jobs to scams and everything in between, it pays to be wise and wary when looking for a new job..
Aug 7, 2023

Is your life out of balance? How to get back on track!

It doesn’t matter whether you are just starting out in your career or are in senior management; we all have challenges when it comes to creating that all-important work-life balance. And now, with the ability to grab your laptop and take your job home with you, those lines have become more and more blurred..
Jul 31, 2023

How to Negotiate Your Salary Like a Boss

If you want to get the job, you should be prepared to negotiate your salary. It's an intimidating prospect for most of us, especially those who are just getting started in their career, but it doesn't have to be. The key is to do some research and know what you're worth before you ever set foot in the employer's office..
Jul 27, 2023

The Power of Celebrating Small Wins in Your Career

We always talk about how important it is to set aspirational goals and achieve those significant milestones in our careers, but what about celebrating the small wins along the way? We often tend to overlook or downplay those smaller victories despite the fact that they can have a major impact on our job satisfaction and our overall well-being..
Jul 24, 2023

What should I put on my CV if I was dismissed?

Being dismissed from a job is never easy, and it can often feel like an insurmountable obstacle when you're applying for a new job. In all likelihood, your confidence will have taken a knock, and it may feel like you won't even get an interview, let alone a job. But take a breath and calm down! Firstly, you don't actually have to say on your CV that you were dismissed. After all, we generally don't include reasons for leaving roles and moving on to something new on our CVs. You definitely wouldn't put on your CV that you left your previous job because your boss was a nightmare or a pain in the butt. Discussions about why you left your job are best dealt with in the actual interview!.
Jul 21, 2023

Is your life out of balance? How to get back on track!

It doesn’t matter whether you are just starting out in your career or are in senior management; we all have challenges when it comes to creating that all-important work-life balance. And now, with the ability to grab your laptop and take your job home with you, those lines have become more and more blurred..
Jul 17, 2023

The pros and cons of remote work: Is it right for your career?

Before the pandemic, the closest most of us got to remote working was working from home when we were sick. But the lockdown changed our world forever, especially when it came to working from home (WFH) - it even has its own acronym, so you know it's official. Let's take a look at the pros and cons of remote work - it may just be the ideal option for you..
Jul 13, 2023

Superhero Strategies for a Successful Day at Work

Superheroes know what they are good at and use all the resources around them to succeed, and that's what wearing a cape is all about. Now we aren’t by any means suggesting you arrive at work in a red cape but rather that you arrive at work in the right frame of mind. Feeling confident and capable all day can be challenging, but with practice, you will have it down to a fine art. After all, as they say, “Fake it till you make it!”.