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New year, new spark: 7 keys to ignite your purpose in 2024

[Anja van Beek] Tired of "same old, same old" mornings? As the new year starts, many of us have a desire for a fresh start, a chance to ditch the mundane and ignite our true spark...

Posted 3 months ago | Like

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Resume gap? 5 tips to a winning interview response

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[Anja van Beek] In the dynamic world of job interviews, there is one question that often sends a chill down the spine of job seekers: "What were you doing during this gap in your resume?" This seemingly innocent question can trigger fear, doubt, and discomfort in the minds of job seekers...

Posted 7 months ago | Like

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More work, no raise: 5 tips to avoid being quietly promoted

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[Anja van Beek] Imagine yourself performing excellently at work, and your boss is extremely pleased with your results. They are so delighted that they asked you to take the lead... without offering additional compensation...

Posted 10 months ago | Like

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Think twice before you resign

[Auguste (Gusti) Coetzer] There are clear reasons why you should not resign from an employer in the current economic downturn and extremely high inflation, especially if you don't have any savings to cover future living expenses in the short and medium-term...

Posted 1 year ago | Like

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4 tips for first-time job seekers

[Anja van Beek] In my career, I have seen many people getting stuck, settling for a job just because it is the first one available. This is not necessarily the best approach...

Posted 2 years ago | Like (1)

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How having a personal website can help your job hunt

[Selina Bieber] There are plenty of reasons to build a website of your own - from using it to promote your side hustle as a coder or graphic designer, to blogging about your interests for fun and kudos. One great use for a website you might not have thought about is using it to help secure your desired job...

Posted 3 years ago | Like

Ruth Cooper

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Is your business facing the possibility of going bust during these unfortunate times? How can you save your company from being shut down? Is Business Rescue the way to go, or will creditors lose patience? What about personal guarantees signed? In studio with Garry is Colin Strime of Fluxmans Attorneys.

Posted 4 years ago | Like

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5 ways to land that promotion

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[Sarah Browning-de Villiers] Seek and ye shall find... or at least, know where you stand and what you need to do next...

Posted 4 years ago | Like

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Finding your first job: a step-by-step guide for grads

[Jackie Carroll] The university year has drawn to a close and, if you're a new graduate, you're likely in the process of trying to find your first job. Breaking into the labour market can be extraordinarily difficult if you don't know where to begin or how to navigate the professional world...

Posted 4 years ago | Like

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4 worst career tips you'll ever get

[Jennilee Peremore-Oliver] The world is not short of opinions and advice. We all have the professionals in our families who offer free advice on cooking, driving, even marriage - and your career is no different...

Posted 5 years ago | Like

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Love your job... and live happily ever after

[Michelle Moss] Valentine's Day is not just about flowers and candle-lit dinners. It's an annual opportunity to contemplate the power of love and the promise of happiness when you find the only one for you...

Posted 5 years ago | Like

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