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Aviation dreams take flight | Deon Cloete's journey in South African skies
The journey of Deon Cloete, managing director of Cape Winelands Airport, as he shares insights from his 36-year aviation career and the ambitious plans for a transformative airport set to open in 2028.
Meet the Matric Class of 2029: ambitious learners with promising futures
Meet the matric class of 2029. For many of the grade-8’s, this was the beginning of the final years of their schooling journey, a pivotal time full of possibilities, challenges, and dreams for the future. Ithiel De Beer, a confident yet slightly anxious 13-year-old, summed up the feelings of many of his peers.
Rebuilding a green dream from scratch
Learn about Michiko Mavunga’s journey in establishing Eco Laundry, a pioneering eco-friendly laundry service that reduces water and energy consumption.
Why generalists are becoming the ‘new MVPs’ at work
A generalist might sound like the idea of the proverbial “jack-of-all-trades”, but in fact it equates to being a master of your area of expertise, while also having a deep understanding of and handle on the interrelated disciplines.
AI’s role in enhancing society and creating opportunities
There is no doubt that AI technologies are enabling personalised learning experiences, ensuring individuals receive tailored content and support based on their needs.
Are Gen Z workers always late?
As the business mantra goes, early is on time and on time is late. For some Gen Z workers though, late is the new on time.
Interview questions that will set you apart
While it is essential to prepare answers for the questions you might be asked, it is equally important to think about the questions you can ask the interviewers to solidify your candidacy for the role.
Smart tips for employees changing jobs
Whether the changes are voluntary or involuntary, employees should actively future-proof their careers by taking personal responsibility for continually developing their knowledge and skills.
Innovative culture: embracing and rewarding innovation
An innovative culture is crucial for companies looking to thrive in a dynamic and competitive marketplace. It creates an environment that nurtures creativity and encourages employees to think outside the box.
The real cost of burnout in the workplace
According to the latest Gallup report, 36% of the South African workforce experience excessive daily stress and more than 71% are either disengaged or actively disengaged at work.
Why contract-to-hire is a better strategy
The best way to determine fit is to see how someone performs in the role. This is why a shift to contract-to-hire is the emerging strategy for forward-thinking organisations looking to de-risk the hiring process.
A career in weather and nature
A career involving weather and nature can be an excellent choice for individuals who enjoy an exciting and varied career, and there are a variety of jobs.
Contact centres must embrace generative AI or risk being left behind
Generative artificial intelligence has gone from interesting experiments to a mainstream technology used by hundreds of millions of people in a wide array of applications, in a very short time.
Agile leadership empowers teams for success
In today's fast-paced business world, agile leadership has become essential for organisations to thrive. As teams navigate complex projects and ever-changing markets, empowering them with the right leadership approach is crucial for success.
How young South Africans can excel in boardroom positions
Organisations must embrace change at a leadership level by encouraging more young people to take their seat at the table in boardrooms and help steer organisations in exciting new directions.
Do self-service portals increase employee satisfaction?
Employees want more control and autonomy. However, that doesn't always require a four-day week or working from coffee shops
17-year-old baker from Limpopo turns passion into thriving business
Teen business owner from Limpopo shares his passion through baking
Discover meaningful work in any career
As the new year sets in, working with your values and purpose is a great place to start if you want to enhance your work motivation and clear your direction for 2024.
Embrace positivity and hope in negotiating career crossroads
This article aims to provide a guideline to help you negotiate your career crossroads by embracing positivity and hope as your constant companions.
Empowering women in construction
The Construction Industry Development Board's (cidb) ERWIC Awards, which was the first held to honour the accomplishments of women in the construction industry, have evolved into a venue that promotes women to be fully acknowledged and celebrated as leaders and change-agents in the sector.
The Expanded Public Works Programme is committed to the socio-economic empowerment of communities
EPWP has played a critical role in promoting the development of young people through training and skills development.
What to ask when starting a new job
You need to have clarity on what you bring to the workplace when you start a new job.
UKZN rewards excellence at the 2023 Annual Scholarship Awards
UKZN recognised and celebrated academic merit with 92 academic scholarships at the 2023 Scholarship Awards Ceremony. Altogether, this year, the university awarded 1 859 scholarships with a total value of R50. 2 million.
Avoiding a one size fits all approach when managing diverse teams - Using tech to make diversity work
There is currently a lot of focus on Gen Z in the workplace - but from a practical point of view / practically speaking, the more pressing issue is avoiding a one-size-fits-all approach when managing diverse teams.
Benefits of temporary employment services
There are many benefits to using a TES provider. Specialised recruitment capabilities can help businesses meet workforce requirements while externalising traditional administrative burdens and saving money over permanent hires.