Blog Articles

  • Choosing the Right Employer: Five Things to Look Out For as a Working Mom
    If you are in the season of seeking a new job, do not simply scan for job titles or salaries. The 2025 Working Women in South Africa Report from RecruitMyMom reveals a more profound truth. Women are no longer willing to compartmentalise ambition from family, or financial security from personal...
  • How To Make Women’s Day and Women’s Month Meaningful in Your Workplace
    Each year, on 9 August, South Africa pays homage to the extraordinary women who courageously marched to the Union Buildings in 1956, advocating for their rights with dignity and tenacity. This historic moment deserves to be commemorated - not merely through flowers and eloquent speeches - but...
  • 8 Flexible Working Models in 2025 That Could Suit Your Business
    Flexible working is a powerful lever for talent attraction with the ultimate aim of driving business performance. Businesses that integrate flexible models into their operations can attract high-demand talent and enjoy diverse thinking, productivity, innovation, and retention gains. Choosing the...
  • What to Do When Mom Guilt Hits You Hard
    What to Do When Mom Guilt Hits You Hard There is a moment many mothers know all too well. You are sitting in your home office, on a work call that is running past five o’clock, while your child plays alone in the next room. Guilt creeps in. Or you are at home, folding laundry, and suddenly your...
  • How to Seek Out Mentorship for Career Growth
    How to Seek Out Mentorship for Career Growth We all know that mentorship is an impactful tool for career progression, especially for women looking for career growth. But the question that is not often answered is how to find a mentor, to mentor you for career growth. You are not alone in your...
  • Virtual Assistant Rates in South Africa: What You Should Expect to Pay in 2025
    Virtual Assistant Rates in South Africa: What You Should Expect to Pay in 2025 Hiring a Virtual Assistant (VA) is one of the smartest, most cost-effective ways to grow your business, especially if you want to free up time for high-value tasks. Knowing what virtual assistant rates in South Africa...
  • 10 Proven Strategies for Attracting and Retaining Women in Finance
    Across the financial sector, a quiet shift is reshaping what leadership and performance look like. The question of attracting and retaining women in finance is no longer just about equity; it’s about maximising untapped value and talent. Women bring a blend of analytical thinking, collaboration,...
  • How to Build a Cost Efficient Team Without Sacrificing on Quality
    Cost efficient hiring for budget-conscious businesses in South Africa and beyond. Balancing budgets while building capable teams is a challenge facing businesses across industries and borders. Whether you are scaling a startup in Cape Town, running a consultancy in London, or managing operations...
  • Why 68% of women want full time jobs with flexibility - and how to ask for it
    According to the Working Women Report in SA 2025 findings, 68% South Africa women prefer to work full-time with flexibility, yet only 39% currently do. Even more telling is that 43% of women currently work full-time with no flexibility, whereas only 3.4% prefer that arrangement. Looking at the...
  • How to Claim for UIF When Going on Maternity Leave
    If you're pregnant and preparing for maternity leave, congratulations - here’s to wonderful and exciting times ahead! It’s a transformative time, and while there’s a lot to plan for, your financial security shouldn't be left to chance. If you’re employed in South Africa and contribute to the...