Blog for Employers

  • Redefining workplace flexibility in a post-pandemic world
    Workplace flexibility in a post-pandemic world calls for redefining if we want to land with our feet on solid ground. Gone are the days of misconceptions such as, “part-time work is only applicable to less skilled positions” or “full-time work cannot subscribe to a flexible structure.”   In a post-...
  • A guide to claiming home office expenses for remote workers
    The world of business has moved remote for many companies large and small. This means employees are able to work from wherever they feel most comfortable. One of the perks of designating a room entirely for the function of what SARS calls “trade” is that you’re able to claim your home office...
  • Attract top talent to your company in 2022
    As an employer, attracting and retaining an effective workforce is essential to building a powerhouse company. To get the most out of your resources you need to attract and hire top talent in your organisation.  As a quick insight into the workforce of today we know that finding top talent isn’t...
  • The value of psychometric testing
    The use of psychometric testing in job interviews throughout the world has enabled employers to select candidates based on much more than just credentials. The benefits of psychometric testing are effective when you are looking to nurture a powerhouse workforce that fits the bill in more ways than...
  • The Rise of the Gig Economy: The benefits of a short-term workforce.
    Economic unrest over the last two years has forced a relook at hiring and new work trends have begun to emerge. At the forefront is a marked rise in short term contracts and freelance jobs, otherwise known as the gig economy. With new technological developments and an increased demand for...
  • 5 Reasons to look for short courses on a CV
    Education is one of the most important considerations when hiring your next star employee. With the rise of online learning, the value of short courses should not be overlooked. Short courses on a CV can tell you more about a candidate than you might think. For instance, the number of courses can...
  • Hire to Scale Your Business. Fast.
    Growth is impossible without hiring good people. Attracting and hiring the right people at all levels of the company is critical to scaling your business. If we’ve learnt anything over the last few years it’s that companies need to be agile in order to survive and thrive. It’s difficult to predict...
  • Using Game-Thinking to Innovate Learning Experiences
    We are navigating a new workplace and era. It is estimated that one of the most in-demand skills will be the ability to learn. It is therefore obvious that the role of learning designer will be elevated in preparing and supporting the work-force. An exciting time offering many opportunities. It...
  • What is a POPIA Deputy Information Officer
    The Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) came into effect on 1 July 2020 with a grace period of one year. The grace period ends as of 1 July 2021, and the reality of the implications of non-compliance is causing many companies to have to respond quickly and get their processing of...
  • Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) - An Employer’s Perspective
    Purposes of the Act The Protection of Personal Information Act of 2013 (POPIA) follows the example of similar, quite onerous legislation in the European Union aimed at protecting individuals’ right to privacy. More specifically, the Act aims to give effect to the right to privacy as provided for in...