Blog for Moms
How to write a stand-out cover letter
25 Nov 2022
Finding the right job opportunity or applying for a job is a challenging process. To have a chance, you need to know how to write a stand-out cover letter. It's just as important as having a solid CV or resume. Did you know that an employer or recruiter can easily reject a CV within five to seven...Read More
A lot has been said about remote working - both good and bad. But what does it really do for our mental well-being? There are plenty of reasons to love working from home: no commute, a more relaxed dress code, increased potential to create your own schedule... the list goes on. And while there are...Read More
We recently attended the Standard Bank Top Women Virtual Conference and could listen in and contribute to the various fascinating conversations taking place. One of these conversations included an inspiring session on the Ultimate career strategies from women who rise above the noise. Successes,...Read MoreHow you can successfully return to work
16 Sep 2022
Successfully returning to work is possible! That’s why we are passionate about helping women return to work after a career break. It was May 2006, more than 15 years ago, but I can still see myself in the office with my manager and work colleagues, and she was updating everyone that I would be...Read MoreWhich employment contract is right for you?
15 Sep 2022
At RecruitMyMom, our recruitment team are well-versed when it comes to employment contracts. Choosing the right contract type for you might be daunting. To help you better understand each contract we’ve compiled the three main types of contacts so that you can make an informed decision. An...Read More
Believe it or not, Imposter Syndrome seems to be more common in women than men. Oftentimes we tend to confuse self-doubt with Imposter Syndrome so let’s unpack the key difference, causes and how we as women can work through self-limiting thoughts to live happier meaningful lives. So what exactly is...Read More
Working moms are the ultimate multi-taskers, from sandwich spread to spreadsheets; they have a lot on the go every day and tackle their tasks in a host of different ways. You’ve heard of a helicopter parent but have you heard of a stapler parent? For the RecruitMyMom quiz, we’ve opened up the...Read MorePut the joy back into back to work
25 Aug 2022
There are many reasons why you may have taken a break from working. Maybe you were on maternity leave and might need a bit more flexibility given your new Mom status. Possibly you were overworked and just need a break to reassess your priorities. Whatever your reasons for taking a break it is...Read MoreA list of the top 20 flexible jobs for moms
29 Jul 2022
In a post-pandemic workplace, and after a rough few years, flexible work is at the top of the priority list for many employers and moms who are looking for meaningful jobs. RecruitMyMom has seen around corners over the past ten years and the solutions we offer are almost an essential service when...Read MoreHow to get the job interview you want
18 Jul 2022
The way you present yourself before a potential employer is strategic, specific, and practical. If you throw in a generic job application with spelling errors and a few other mistakes then it’ll be challenging to get the job interview you want. At RecruitMyMom we are passionate about equipping our...Read More
