Blog Articles
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11 Jun 2025
According to the Working Women Report in SA 2025 findings, 68% of women in South Africa would 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... -
03 Jun 2025
Talent gap? Find your talent goldmine There’s often hand-wringing over the so-called “talent shortage” – companies scramble to find the right people, headlines warn of skills gaps widening and HR teams exhaust their budgets just trying to stay competitive. But what if the problem isn’t a lack of... -
14 May 2025
For many South African women, the ideal job no longer means being at a desk from 8 am to 5 pm, five days a week. Increasingly, skilled and ambitious women are making it clear: they want hybrid work. But while the desire for hybrid work is strong, the opportunities don’t always reflect that. A large... -
14 May 2025
If you've stayed committed to a job through life's changing seasons, chances are you've been loyal in more ways than one. South African women are some of the most loyal employees in the workforce — 65% stay with one employer for three to ten years, significantly longer than the national average.... -
08 May 2025
Employee loyalty is one of the most valuable yet underutilised assets in today’s workplace. For employers looking to reduce hiring costs, boost productivity, and build long-term resilience, retaining skilled women offers a compelling competitive growth advantage. Women, as highlighted in the... -
19 Mar 2025
In correspondence with "what women want", as shown in the recently conducted RecruitMyMom Working Women's survey results (report release date to be announced soon), the majority of women in South Africa prefer hybrid and remote work models. While hybrid and remote work arrangements offer... -
05 Feb 2025
I’ll never forget the day when my kids were young and I broke down over a cup of coffee with my husband. “I just feel like I’m never doing enough,” I blubbered, letting my coffee go cold. “At work, I feel guilty about not being with the kids. When I’m with the kids, I feel guilty about work. It’s... -
19 Dec 2024
The decision to start a family is a big one for any woman who is heavily invested in her career. Will it affect my chances of promotion? Will people take me as seriously when I’m a working mom? How do I stop them from ‘seeing’ me differently? How do I get them to understand that I want to stay on... -
03 Dec 2024
As a job-seeking woman in South Africa, you bring ambition, resilience, and talent, so do not underestimate your worth! We know that navigating the workplace landscape can be challenging, especially when your needs and aspirations are misunderstood or overlooked. Using vital data and insights from... -
03 Dec 2024
As a working mom, your life is a constant juggling act. Between managing family responsibilities and work commitments, finding balance can often feel overwhelming. Whether you’re a single mom or have a supportive partner, one thing is clear: workplace flexibility is key to integrating your personal...
