The matter of Mthembu and 2 others v NCT Durban Wood Chips (September 2018), showed us that employers and the CCMA have zero tolerance when it comes to substance abuse, and that policies are required to be in place. The facts were laid out like this as...
Job shadowing can be daunting. You are there to observe and learn, and most times you can feel like you are in the way. Job Shadowing like a boss UNDERSTAND THE JOB PARAMETERS BEFORE YOU ARRIVE Do some research beforehand. Sure, you are there to learn, but knowing...
A leader comes in many shapes and sizes. Knowing which one you are can help you lead better. There are commonly 8 leadership styles - we explore these: 8 LEADERSHIP STYLES 1. Transformational Leader Innovation and change is a big part of this leadership style. These leaders want to...
No way around it - you have to work, and for a good part of your life, and mostly this will be for someone else. So, you may as well make the most of it, and be happy! Easier said than done, especially if you are...
I just had a client request a meeting with a star candidate I recommended to them four weeks ago and low and behold I had to let them know that the candidate had started work with an opposition company a week ago. WHY? Slow recruitment...
Don't worry - most still don't know what career they want. There has always been pressure on the youth to know and find that perfect career. Yes, some are lucky enough to step right into a job that they see through for their entire lives. Is...
While you may be thinking that sounds seriously odd, preparing and going on a date has many similarities with preparing and going for an interview. Besides the nerves and excitement, there are many other areas that marry up (excuse the pun). Let's break it down ...
Every business should utilize social media in some capacity, but where do you draw the line? We're all guilty of loving our phones or computers a little too much, right? I feel a constant compulsion to check my email, text messages and social media feeds throughout the day. I use...
The best way to follow up on a job application. The interview went well. You are feeling confident and excited. This job is yours! But, a week has gone by and you havnt heard from anyone. What do you do? Do you email, call? Is it too...
