Blog Articles

  • Menopause at the Office: What Every Working Woman Needs to Know
    Menopause is something we all go through, typically between the ages of 45 and 55, and it marks a new chapter in our lives as our menstrual cycles and fertility wind down. While this transition can bring its share of physical and emotional ups and downs, it's important to remember that we're not...
  • Life After Retrenchment: A Practical Guide for Moving Forward
    Experiencing retrenchment can be challenging and unsettling. It can feel like the ground has been pulled out from under you, leaving you unsure of your next steps. However, while this might feel like a setback, it’s also an opportunity for new beginnings.    Understanding Retrenchment and the Basic...
  • Why Mom Guilt is Often Misplaced and Unnecessary
    Mom guilt is a very common experience for mothers, especially working moms who juggle the demands of career and family. Nearly every mom polled in one survey agreed they have experienced mom guilt. The most common sources include getting frustrated with kids, not being patient enough, not being...
  • 10 Tips for Moms Returning to Work After a Career Gap
    Whatever the reason for returning to work after a career gap, perhaps the kids are getting bigger and there is more free time or the financial pressures are too much for the household, it is essential for you as moms to stay relevant and in-touch on a professional level. When you have been out of...
  • Bridge the Skilled Worker Shortage by Closing the Gender Divide
    In the heart of South Africa's economic landscape, a powerful solution to the skilled worker shortage is emerging – one that not only addresses the urgent need for talent but also paves the way for a more diverse and dynamic workforce. The Working Women Report 2024 shines a light on a vast pool of...
  • How best to train remote employees
    As remote working becomes ingrained in our daily lives, businesses and employees alike are realising that nearly every business and the operational transaction can be done virtually. For businesses to grow and expand, they need to be able to hire and train remote employees. The greatest challenge...
  • 8 Questions All Start-ups Should Ask When Building a Winning Team
    Any entrepreneur's dream is to take a business from start-up to scale-up. Yet the reality is, it takes visionary leadership, an inspired strategy, flawless execution and loads of cash to achieve the dream. Owner-founders often start out managing all aspects of the business from CEO, business...
  • Quantity Surveyor Job Description
    What does a Quantity Surveyor do? A Quantity Surveyor (QS) plays a critical role in the construction and property industries, focusing on the management of costs and contracts. The Quantity Surveyor ensures the project remains financially viable while maintaining the highest standards of quality....
  • Bookkeeper Job Description
    What does a Bookkeeper do? Often working behind the scenes, bookkeepers are the unsung heroes who ensure the financial gears of an organisation turn smoothly. The job description of a Bookkeeper includes meticulously tracking every penny, reconciling accounts and providing the precise financial...
  • Hire Part-Time Skills to Reduce Your Staffing Costs
    As salary hikes are expected to average 6.9% in 2024, outpacing an inflation rate likely to average 5.0%, the real increase in employee costs will be around 1.9%. This makes hiring full-time skilled staff increasingly expensive, particularly for SME’s. The conundrum is that by not hiring staff, you...