Blog Articles

  • Power words that work in a cover letter
    Often people underestimate the importance of a cover letter in the job application process. Writing a well thought through motivational or cover letter is a challenging task. The use of power words can help you secure your spot in the runnings. A motivational letter is important for a couple of...
  • Tips on how to stay safe online
    With the rise of the platform economy worldwide, where a growing number of businesses are operating on online platforms, it creates both opportunities and threats in our daily lives. Online platforms make it possible for us to skip bank queues, get groceries delivered to our doorstep and apply for...
  • 4 obvious benefits of hiring women in a digital era
    There are many benefits to hiring women in this modern, digital era. Thankfully, the workplace has changed considerably since the 1950’s, and we now find ourselves in a new era where remote/ hybrid working is in full swing, and virtual reality and artificial intelligence is making it easier for...
  • Women in the workplace: how to dress for success
    Women in the workplace need to look good and feel confident from the inside out, but also from the outside in. You might have heard the saying, “the right clothes can transform your mood and confidence” and it’s true. When you look great, you automatically feel amazing too. Find out how to dress...
  • What Is Your Salary Expectation?
    When you are job-seeker, you are sure to be asked about what your salary expectation is. The simplest way to answer this question is to relate it to your current salary. It can, however, get more complicated if you are a mom who has been out of the labour market for a while.  There are a couple of...
  • How to be a money wise woman
    We had the privilege of hearing from a Chartered Financial Analyst, Linda Eedes who has a passion for empowering women in their financial journey. In this Q&A, Linda shares some empowering insights with us and we’d love to share them with you.  1. Why is it so important for women to know their...
  • 5 tips to stay in touch with the world of work
    Staying current with regards to market trends, industry knowledge and new skills is vital for the world of work, to secure your job or to re-enter the marketplace. Being an intentional learner in your field can also help to advance your career and earning potential. The enormous lifestyle...
  • Massive growth opportunities predicted as SA Govt releases the long-awaited revised critical skills list
    Massive growth opportunities predicted as SA Govt releases the long-awaited revised critical skills list Written by: Expats On The Globe  The SA government has finally released the long-awaited revised critical skills list. The revised list clearly reflects President Cyril Ramaphosa’s drive to...
  • Why and how is financial independence attainable for all women
    Article written by Kash Parker: Financial Fitness for Women Women often ask me what it means to be financially independent and how to get there.  To me, financial independence means the following three things:  Choice, which equals freedom. Being able to protect yourself. The ability to make...
  • “For organisations, micro-credentials can be the key to bringing women back into the workplace,” writes Heather Shulick, EVP of HR at ALL Campus for Fast Company. These micro-credentials might just be what is needed for women looking to re-enter the workforce in a post-pandemic era. Short courses...