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  • How to Ask for Feedback After an Unsuccessful Interview (and Why It Matters)
    For South African graduates and entry-level job seekers Rejection after a job interview can be crushing, especially when you've poured time, energy, and hope into the process. However, every interview, whether successful or not, offers a powerful opportunity to grow - and this often...
  • How to Succeed in Your First Job - and it’s Remote
    A momentous occassion! You've just received your very first job offer, and you're brimming with excitement and a touch of trepidation. It's a remote position, and you're keen to work from home, looking forward to the flexibility and convenience it will bring, yet it also presents unique challenges, especially when you're new to the world of work. So, how do you build...
  • Six Best Employee Benefits for Young Job Seekers in South Africa
    For young job seekers in South Africa, the most appealing employment opportunities go beyond salary. There’s a clear generational shift: today’s talent is actively seeking employee benefits that support their career development, well-being, and work-life balance. As a result, employee benefits for young job seekers in South Africa have become a key differentiator for companies hoping...
  • Gen Z Recruitment: What Tomorrow's Leaders Seek From Employers
    This year, the oldest member of Generation Z will be 28 and is estimated to make up 27% of the workforce. As South African employers shift the hiring lens to focus on Gen Z recruitment, it must be understood that this generation brings new expectations to the workplace - they are not just looking for a job. This generation wants to make an impact, develop, and have a work environment that...
  • Office Culture and Etiquette: What Every Professional Should Know in Their First Job
    Starting your first job is more than learning how to do the work. In fact, one of the biggest adjustments is understanding how things are done in your new company, including formal expectations and informal ways of working. This forms a large part of office culture – things that are not...