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Social media and job-hunting: The good, the bad and the savvy

When it comes to job hunting, social media can be a double-edged sword and a tool in helping you discover career opportunities.

The Star News
Smart Works|Published

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 Star News
Smart Works|Published

E-learning can help burnout

Mental health in the workplace is becoming a focus for progressive organisations that value and view their employees as people - not simply as costs on a balance sheet.

The Star News
Brandstories|Published

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.

The Star News
Smart Works|Published

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.

The Star News
Smart Works|Published

Unemployed graduates turn to sit-in protests to get the government to respond calls of job opportunities

In order to draw attention, unemployed graduates have adopted a radical approach by staging sit-in protests outside respective government institutions as the demand employment.

Business Jobs
Sinenhlanhla Masilela|Published

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.

The Star News
Smart Works|Published

Tips to boost workplace well-being

Corporate nutrition is a vital contributor to overall health. Nutrition plays an important role in corporate wellness.

The Star News
Smart Works|Published

Time to shift to new recruitment paradigm

A quick glance at global unemployment rates will routinely reveal that South Africa has the highest jobless population in the world.

The Star News
Smart Works|Published

Learning culture key to effective teambuilding

Building an effective team requires that each member approaches the teambuilding exercise with an attitude of “what can I learn” and “what can I contribute

The Star News
Smart Works|Published

10 tips before resigning

Do your homework before resigning from your job.

The Star News
Smart Works|Published

Optimising team communication

As businesses strive to stay ahead, the ability to streamline communication within teams has never been more crucial.

The Star News
Smart Works|Published

Rewriting the recruitment model

Gig workers allow organisations to tap into immediate talent during crunch time or when they need specialised help.

The Star News
Smart Works|Published

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.

Business Jobs
Smart Works|Published

Contract tips to ‘Freelance like a boss’

Freelance Like a Boss helps stunted in-house employees and frustrated freelancers create successful, sustainable businesses that will give them greater flexibility and earning potential.

Business Report Partnered
Smart Works|Published

How to check if an internship is the real deal

The internet is an amazing resource for finding internships and employment. However, with the anonymity of the internet, some advertisements could easily be a scam.

Business Jobs
Smart Works|Published

Workplace social media policies - four common misconceptions

A workplace social media policy is a document that outlines the code of conduct for all stakeholders in an organisation; aiming to protect and enhance the organisation’s reputation.

Business Jobs
Smart Works|Published

5 Tips for smart job hunting

Knowing which steps to follow when job searching can make the process simpler and improve your chances of landing an interview

Business Jobs
Smart Works|Published

Seven ways to embrace Ubuntu through empathy in the workplace

Each one of us has a meaningful role to play in creating a workplace environment that includes caring for everyone, especially those who are different from us.

Business Jobs
Smart Works|Published

How to build the skills to have difficult conversations in the workplace

All of us can improve our skills at handling critical, tricky conversations.

Business Jobs
Smart Works|Published

Report reveals urgent need to invest in tech skills development and training to ensure Africa capitalises on youth

To take advantage of Africa's youth dividend, skills development and training are critical, says SAP Africa's managing director, Cathy Smith.

Business Jobs
Smart Works|Published

6 red flags to watch out for to avoid job scams

With high unemployment and crime rates in South Africa, job seekers are vulnerable to job scams. Here are six red flags to look out for while searching for a job.

Business Jobs
Xolile Mtembu|Published

Research reveals hybrid work is good for a lot of reasons, including enhanced mental health

Research conducted on more than 2 000 hybrid workers found that the time saved by reduced commuting has resulted in countless health and wellbeing benefits.

Lifestyle Health
Vuyile Madwantsi|Published

Jobs you can get with only your matric certificate

Believe it or not, there are several profitable professional routes you could pursue with only your matric certificate.

Business Jobs
Xolile Mtembu|Published

Why this company opted for a 4-day work week

Employee mental wellness and more time away from work increase productivity, according to the results of trials conducted by 4 Day Week Global. Companies are growing more interested in this futuristic-seeming work mode.

Business Jobs
Xolile Mtembu|Published