Writing a cover letter can be one of the nerve-racking parts of the job search process. The main reason is that it is so difficult to write because we don’t have a specific format to write it. So, today, we will tell you how to write an amazing cover letter. The following tips will be very handy for such purpose: Capitalize on the Headline of your cover letterTell a story in the first paragraph of your cover letterTalk about why you are...
The South African Union of Students, and many others, have been responding to the news that NSFAS pulled the funding of 5000 students. SAUS has now said that if the financial aid scheme doesn't make this right, they will take legal action. The South African Union of Students (SAUS) is demanding that NSFAS retracts their statement saying they unfunded 5000 students and issue an apology within 5 business days and if they don't, SAUS is...
Thousands of schools in KwaZulu Natal are facing shortages of teachers and PPE. Some principals have lost faith in the education department and feel that they cannot cope with the shortages. This is not a good look for the department as more grades are expected to return to school next week. According to the education department, 5 970 teachers have applied for concessions. In addition to this, more than 200 employees over...
Group of multiracial doctors standing consulting patient records on a tablet computer, close up view The Health Department has recruited thousands of interns which they say is part of the biggest medical intern allocation programme in history. These interns will help in the frontline battle against Covid-19. South Africa is said to now be getting over it's Covid peak. The Health Department has hired over 2000 interns to fight in the battle...
If you applied for a replacement matric certificate before the Covid-19 lockdown or by using the online application process, you can now collect it during the weekdays. The certificates will be available for collection at the Department of Basic Education, 222 Struben Street, Pretoria from 08:30 until 12:00. The department advises that you check before going to collect the certificate. You can do this by contacting the...
Minister Nzimande had to answer some questions about budget and also announced how much would be needed to fund the extended academic year into 2021. Not only did he address this, but he also answered questions about how NSFAS students will be affected by these budget cuts. Advertisement The Department of Higher Education would need R4.4 billion to fund the extension of the academic year into 2021. These billions can be broken up into the...
When the Eastern Cape Education Department announced its plan to spend millions on tablets for learners, many questions were raised about possible corruption in the department. Now an investigation will take a closer look at those claims. The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) is investigating a contract that was meant to provide 55,000 tablets to grade 12 learners in the Eastern Cape. The R538m contract was...
Is it possible to find a good way to track the employee working hours? Of course there is, but it all comes down to you putting in the time, work and effort to make sure a professional and working solution is in place. With this in mind, there are quite a lot of methods you can use if you want to complete such a task. The first step in the process is to make sure you know what type of employee tracking and time management solution is best for...
It's hard enough to be a leader in good times. But really difficult times can show whether you are worthy of the title of a leader. Like the friends in need are friends indeed, the leaders who are able to stand the test with dignity and hold the poker face in front of the team are true leaders. In this article, we will talk about what makes leaders successful, and especially about what makes leaders successful in hard times. Strategical...
Hiring freelancers or contract workers provide a simple way to build or extend your staff. Any type of work you need accomplished you can hire a freelancer to do. You can seemingly have a massive staff and free up your own work hours for building your own business. As with any business undertaking though, risks exist. You can easily mitigate each of these to get more work done. What are the risks of hiring contractors? As popular as the...
Amazon says it is hiring for 3,000 new virtual customer service jobs in South Africa this year. In a statement on Thursday (18 June), the company said that these roles will range from customer service associates to technical experts who will work virtually and provide 24/7 support to Amazon customers in North America and Europe. The addition of 3,000 permanent and seasonal full-time positions will bring the total permanent workforce in South...
There is no better place in cyberspace right now than LinkedIn to sell your professional services. But there is a lot of competition: 303 million active users, 77% of corporate users, and 92% of Fortune 500 companies — so selling yourself right on your first try is a necessary skill. It's all about how you present your LinkedIn profile, but even more importantly, your LinkedIn summary. Look at it this way: if your LinkedIn...
Even though Cassper Nyovest has good intentions by sharing his words of wisdom, it doesn't seem to land the way he intends it to. The rapper had to once again fend off trolls who targeted him for being a high school dropout and for his views on starting a business. Cassper was replying to a question over why people who got jobs were seemingly more celebrated than people who started businesses. “That's cause finding a job is harder than...
AFDA will be hosting a virtual Open Day. AFDA Open Day will be held on Facebook live for prospective learners to experience the Number 1 School for the Creative Economy. AFDA is the school for the creative economy. At AFDA, you can learn to become part of a network of successful, talented and skilled artists, entrepreneurs and practitioners who shape the future of the South African creative economy and beyond through an outcomes and...
There’s more to life than having a good career, but many of us find meaning in the paths that we take from a professional perspective. Even if you’ve accomplished a lot in your career so far, there’s a chance that you might hit a wall with your progress at one point. When that happens, it’s important that you find a way to take another step forward. Here, we’re going to look at some of the things that you can do to reach the next...
What if only a new resume stands between you and your prosperous career? One can create it oneself or turn to the best professional resume writing service Accuro Resumes online. Writers from this website provide competent help with all types of documents for job search, including a CV, a cover letter, and a personal statement. Pros From Resume Writing Services Recommend Who, but experts know how to make a job-winning paper? These...
Here is the complete list of TVET Colleges Fully Funded by NSFAS. In order to provide students with improved online security, the myNSFAS portal has been upgraded. If you are studying at a TVET college, you will then need to re-register your account to track your funding progress through the myNSFAS portal. Read further to see how to do this Changes have been made to the myNSFAS portal to increase safety online and provide students with...
The process of conducting a standardized, objective virtual test to shortlist and select worthy candidates who are suitable for the job from all perspectives is known as pre employment testing. Many enterprises and organizations are changing their recruitment methods to main employment assessments as the main tool in the recruiting process. There are many reasons for the pre employment assessments to become famous and replace the traditional...
Here are simplified most asked Job Interview Questions with Answers to help you pass your next interview. 1. Tell us about yourself? Interviewers will likely start out with a question about yourself and your background to get to know you. Keep it professional when answering this question. You don’t need to share personal details. Start out by giving them an overview of your current/previous position or activities,...
Curriculum Viate(CV) Personalise your CV, Make sure you can be easily contacted, Be concise, Remove all unnecessary information, Put the emphasis on your experience and skills, Only mention relevant experience/training. Read more Cover Letter Keep it Short and straightforward, Customize your letter for each position you apply, Highlight the Right Experiences, Showcase Your Skills, Support what you say, Talk about your professional objectives,...