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NSFAS approves 300 000 funding applications.
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has announced the completion of all assessments of the 2019 applications of first time students. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the scheme said…
4 Tips on how to work as a writer
You don’t have to be an expert in paper editing or writing to land your first client or succeed in the niche. But you can go far in writing when you have…
Describing Your Weaknesses in an Interview – The Sure Way to a Successful Interview!
Describe your weaknesses please’ or ‘what are your weaknesses?’ is probably one of the most common interview questions and undoubtedly one of the most troubling for most interviewees. There is common belief that tells…
20 Tips for job seekers from companies that are hiring immediately
Every day you hear about more and more layoffs and cutbacks at companies around the world. However, many companies are actively hiring new employees. It is more critical now than ever before,…
#KhabzaCareerTips: Be careful searching for new jobs while you’re on the job
One of the big don’ts in searching for a new job is insulting your most recent employer. That holds true when in interviews with a potential new employer and when conducting your…
How to find a part-time job and work it from home
I have a question for everyone. “How can a semiconductor chip company remain profitable if the chip price plummets every few months?” Anyone? Going once. Going twice. (Smile) If you do not know the…
How to set your expectations after an interview
What is the worst part of an interview? It’s the not knowing that drives me crazy. ME: Did I get the job? Do I have a chance? If I did, would you even…
Spring Cleaning Unemployment, get the job you really really want
I wanted to share with you guys a job hunting strategy that he shared with me that was like… “Wow, why didn’t I think of that? It’s like… so obvious and would…
Top 10 jobs that will most likely and least likely be outsourced
Nancy Folbre economics professor at the University of Massachusetts, and by all accounts, she is one smart cookie. Case in point, she reported on “The Polarization of Job Opportunities in the US…
Do you hold a bad Interview?
You would think as the interviewer; you could do no wrong. Are you having bad Interview? Unfortunately, if you are not on top of your game, you could very easily hire the…
How to actually keep your job
Keeping your job is not as easy as just showing up and doing what is expected – you need to prove that you are the best at what you do and that…
Top 50 Ways to Ruin Your Job Interview
So, you got the interview all lined up and your ready and raring to go…well if you plan on doing well, you better avoid these 50 interview killers (and yes, every single…
Hot Jobs and Where to Find Them
The job market is picking up, and some jobs are hot and employers in a variety of sectors that are hiring. Between now and 2014, total employment is projected to increase by…
Top 10 sites for Finding Learnerships in South Africa
Learnerships Are Available Throughout the Year If you are unemployed, it’s important to keep looking for Learnerships throughout the year. Different SETAs fund learnerships at different times and accredited training companies then provide…
#MATRIC2018: Free Study Timetable Template
The #Matric2017 finals are just around the corner so hopefully by now you have a solid study plan in place. Part of that is a study timetable and we have a FREE…
Why more companies are removing degrees from their entry requirements
Students across South Africa are opting to study further at universities in the hopes it will improve their job opportunities. While their prospects of finding employment are much higher than other African countries, this…
Biggest lies people tell on their CVs
Government’s plan to draft in a policy to target qualification fraud is expected to reap positive results for South Africa, and university institutions in particular. This is according to Rudi Kruger general…
These jobs in South Africa have the biggest CV liars and cheats
South Africa’s high unemployment rate means that job applicants are becoming more desperate than ever and are willing to commit qualification fraud. Background screening company, Managed Integrity Evaluation (MIE) says that more…
21 words you should trash on your CV
Global recruitment company Glassdoor has published a list of 21 words and phrases you should never include on your CV if you hope to land a job. According to Jamie Hichens, Senior Talent…