The value of ‘soft skills’ at work

Sarah-Jane Bosch|Published

Formal qualifications go a long way towards building a successful career - but people skills are often just as important.

Five study tips for working parents

Sarah-Jane Bosch|Published

Studying while having to balance work and family responsibilities is not for the fainthearted. Try these tips for success.

Good managers? SA needs more of them

Sarah-Jane Bosch|Published

There is a huge demand for good entry-level managers in South Africa, according to a new survey.

Germs are loiterers! Beware this winter

Sarah-Jane Bosch|Published

Office surfaces and materials used at your desk can be potent germ transmitters during the winter months.

Interview rules to land the job

Sarah-Jane Bosch|Published

First impressions count and the job interview is crucial. Try these tips to prepare for the big day.

Do good by becoming a virtual volunteer

Sarah-Jane Bosch|Published

In an economy driven by numbers, efficiency and the bottom line, it’s not easy finding the time to volunteer - but it is possible.

Why employees need to be engaged

Sarah-Jane Bosch|Published

Company managers need to take an honest look at whether or not their office culture fosters employee engagement.

Gender diversity makes business sense - study

Sarah-Jane Bosch|Published

In South Africa, women hold less than a quarter of leadership positions - and nearly 40% of firms have no women in management.

Change? It can help your business to succeed

Sarah-Jane Bosch|Published

Business organisations have two choices when it comes to change: either run and hide or become “change-ready”.

Talk your way to the salary you deserve

Sarah-Jane Bosch|Published

Joining a new company? It’s important to negotiate to make sure your pay package reflects your true worth.

Manufacturers must embrace Industry 4. 0

Sarah-Jane Bosch|Published

Industry 4. 0 is defined as the merging of the real and virtual worlds on the factory floor. How does it affect today’s manufacturers?

Make your first impression a lasting one

Sarah-Jane Bosch|Published

A stranger forms an opinion of you in mere seconds, so you need to project your best self, says Neville De Lucia.

Invest in people who share your firm’s values

Sarah-Jane Bosch|Published

Employing individuals who complement the values and beliefs of your company may benefit your business, says Marieta Groenewald.

Internships an invaluable chance for students

Sarah-Jane Bosch|Published

To be successful, internships must work for employers and students, says Dr Felicity Coughlan.

Cultivating a career in the call-centre industry

Sarah-Jane Bosch|Published

Call centres can offer good opportunities for school leavers and candidates with some tertiary education.

The rise of the ‘cafeteria plan’

Sarah-Jane Bosch|Published

Top employers in SA are increasingly offering employees more benefits and non-financial rewards than other companies.

Make the office party work for you

Sarah-Jane Bosch|Published

If you handle the office party with grace, it can be a wonderful tool for career enhancement.

The fast-paced world of IT

Sarah-Jane Bosch|Published

IT is changing at a rapid pace, but offers exciting career opportunities.

Get the most from performance reviews

Sarah-Jane Bosch|Published

Annual performance reviews are evolving and being used in different ways - particularly for leadership development.

Stress - the new normal

Sarah-Jane Bosch|Published

Dealing with stress-related challenges requires a new strategy, says Peter Kriel.

Germ warfare at your desk

Sarah-Jane Bosch|Published

Computer keyboards and mouses are prime real estate for germs. How hygienic is your desk?

When workers ‘go missing’ on the job

Sarah-Jane Bosch|Published

According to a global survey, more than 60 percent of the workforce is “not engaged” in their jobs.

SA firms slow to adopt wellness trend

Sarah-Jane Bosch|Published

South African companies are behind the curve when it comes to wellness strategies for employees.

At your desk all day? Mind your neck

Sarah-Jane Bosch|Published

These days, it takes more than an ergonomic office chair to stay comfortable and pain-free at work.

Build your office on a foundation of ethics

Sarah-Jane Bosch|Published

Ethical conduct in the workplace is of the utmost importance, says Kay Vittee, chief executive of Quest Staffing Solutions.