Blog Articles

  • Know Your Worth: Game-Changes for Job-Seeking Women in South Africa
    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...
  • How to ask your boss for flexibility
    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...
  • Recruit Moms for Sales Teams - It Makes Good Business Sense
    Do you want to avoid getting calls from disengaged, unprofessional, under-trained salespeople? So do your clients. Companies constantly search for innovative ways to enhance their sales teams. One often overlooked source of sales talent is skilled mothers. Recruiting experienced moms for your sales...
  • What is a Sales Consultant? A Sales Consultant is a professional who specialises in selling products or services to customers while providing expert advice and solutions tailored to their needs. Their primary role is to drive sales and build strong relationships with clients.   Job Description...
  • Attracting and Retaining Top Female Talent: The Critical Role of Competitive Compensation and Flexibility
    Attracting and retaining top female talent has become a crucial focus for organisations aiming for sustainable growth, diversity, and long-term innovation. As highlighted in the RecruitMyMom Working Women Report 2024, women's desire for financial compensation and flexibility is paramount when...
  • Staffing flexibility in times of growth - the case for hiring independent contractors
    South Africa has some of the most inflexible labour laws in the world. That said, the growing global trend of hiring contracting staff for specific skills is enabling companies to remain agile in their staffing by hiring differently.  Hiring independent contractors in a tough economy enable...
  • The Proven 6-Step Job Search Guide and 3 Mistakes to Avoid
    If you’re here, you’re ready to launch your job search — congratulations on taking the first step! Whether you're re-entering the workforce after a break or aiming to level up your career, this guide is designed to help you succeed.   6 Proven Steps to Job Search Success So, how do you get your CV...
  • Navigating a Working Woman's Career At Each Stage of Life
    Did you know that most working women go through quite a few career stages, often directed by life stages?  More than half of all graduates are women, and often graduate intake programmes have more women than men. Initially, a woman’s career will closely follow the trajectory of her male...
  • Smart Solutions for Your Business During Employee Maternity Leave
    When one of your employees shares the exciting news of their pregnancy, it can feel bittersweet for you as a business owner. While it's wonderful news, it means you need to prepare for their absence during maternity leave. You will need a smart solution for your business when this pregnant employee...
  •  Striking a Deal to Avoid the Retrenchment Process
    If an employer contemplates dismissing employees based on operational requirements (retrenchment), the Labour Relations Act (LRA) requires the employer to follow certain procedures. However, may an employer approach employees informally and strike a deal by signing a mutual separation agreement,...