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Despite the common belief that women are risk-averse, research has shown that women are just as likely to take risks as men - they do it in their own way. Therefore, the myth that women are more risk-averse than men is untrue and can also be harmful in perpetuating gender stereotypes that limit...
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A future-fit workforce is vital for today's rapidly changing world. Every business needs to prepare for the challenges of tomorrow. From embracing technology and attracting talent to fostering a culture of learning, there are several ways you can build a team equipped to adapt and thrive in the...
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Post COVID and the Great Resignation, we saw a swing toward employee power as they resisted going back to the office and sought out flexible or remote working opportunities, leaving traditional work environments in droves.
Now, with looming economic instability and global tech layoffs, bosses are...
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When we talk about diversity and inclusion (D&I), one key concept that's often left out is equity.
When diversity, inclusion, and equity go together, your workforce is empowered to do their best to work.
Equity Isn't Synonymous with Equality
Workplace Equality means treating everyone the same...
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There is no denying that background checks are highly intrusive, given the plethora of personal data that they reveal and require. Yet, in today's world, this type of check has become the norm: from job to university applications, even to verify certifications or be considered as a candidate for...
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Working moms are an invaluable asset to any business. Whether it’s their expertise, dedication and work ethic, or their unique perspective that comes from balancing motherhood with a career. Working moms bring a myriad of benefits to the workplace. Fortunately, many businesses understand the...
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Due to persistent load shedding since the end of 2022, the question of payment has again been raised: Do employers have to pay employees during periods that they cannot work as a consequence of load shedding? We addressed the question early in 2015, but the principles are worth repeating.
Our...
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We don't claim to be seers or futurists, but these expected hiring trends will dominate hiring in South Africa in 2023. We acknowledge that hiring trends fluctuate yearly based on socioeconomic and political factors, so provided nothing too dramatic occurs, this is what we predict:
1. Diversity,...
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There are several different types of flexible working arrangements that businesses can adopt to suit their needs. This article will explore some of the most common types of flexible working and how they can benefit your business. The traditional 9-5 work day is gradually becoming a thing of the...
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You may have noticed a significant shift in the way we work over the past few years. More people are opting to prefer more flexibility to support work-life integration and more companies have adopted a flexible working strategy to help this dynamic change. This notable shift was induced during and...
Despite the common belief that women are risk-averse, research has shown that women are just as likely to take risks as men - they do it in their own way. Therefore, the myth that women are more risk-averse than men is untrue and can also be harmful in perpetuating gender stereotypes that limit...
A future-fit workforce is vital for today's rapidly changing world. Every business needs to prepare for the challenges of tomorrow. From embracing technology and attracting talent to fostering a culture of learning, there are several ways you can build a team equipped to adapt and thrive in the...
Post COVID and the Great Resignation, we saw a swing toward employee power as they resisted going back to the office and sought out flexible or remote working opportunities, leaving traditional work environments in droves. Now, with looming economic instability and global tech layoffs, bosses are...
When we talk about diversity and inclusion (D&I), one key concept that's often left out is equity. When diversity, inclusion, and equity go together, your workforce is empowered to do their best to work. Equity Isn't Synonymous with Equality Workplace Equality means treating everyone the same...
There is no denying that background checks are highly intrusive, given the plethora of personal data that they reveal and require. Yet, in today's world, this type of check has become the norm: from job to university applications, even to verify certifications or be considered as a candidate for...
Working moms are an invaluable asset to any business. Whether it’s their expertise, dedication and work ethic, or their unique perspective that comes from balancing motherhood with a career. Working moms bring a myriad of benefits to the workplace. Fortunately, many businesses understand the...
Due to persistent load shedding since the end of 2022, the question of payment has again been raised: Do employers have to pay employees during periods that they cannot work as a consequence of load shedding? We addressed the question early in 2015, but the principles are worth repeating. Our...
We don't claim to be seers or futurists, but these expected hiring trends will dominate hiring in South Africa in 2023. We acknowledge that hiring trends fluctuate yearly based on socioeconomic and political factors, so provided nothing too dramatic occurs, this is what we predict: 1. Diversity,...
There are several different types of flexible working arrangements that businesses can adopt to suit their needs. This article will explore some of the most common types of flexible working and how they can benefit your business. The traditional 9-5 work day is gradually becoming a thing of the...
You may have noticed a significant shift in the way we work over the past few years. More people are opting to prefer more flexibility to support work-life integration and more companies have adopted a flexible working strategy to help this dynamic change. This notable shift was induced during and...
