Blog for Moms

  • Mastering The Art Of Flexibility: Navigating Career Progression For Women
    Establishing and maintaining boundaries to ensure that flexibility enhances, rather than hinders, career progression for women involves a combination of self-awareness, communication skills, and effective time management. Workplace flexibility has its pros and cons when it comes to career...
  • You’ve Got this! How To Be Smart With Your Time As A Working Mom
    At RecruitMyMom we know how difficult it is to be a mom, let alone a working mom! Your to-do list seems never-ending, and sometimes it may feel like there simply aren't enough hours in the day to get everything done. Juggling all these balls can be extremely stressful, and we totally understand. We...
  • New Year, New You: Setting SMART Goals for Working Women
    New year, new goals! Feeling overwhelmed by resolutions and career pressure? We've got your back, especially if you're a busy working woman. We are here to share tips and advice on how to set SMART goals for working women. We understand that you are busy. You are back at work, getting the children...
  • What Does Family Responsibility Leave Cover?
    What is Family Responsibility Leave in South Africa? Family responsibility leave is three days of paid leave per year, which full-time employees are entitled to if you work more than four days per week, after four months of employment, over and above annual and sick leave. Family Responsibility...
  • How to increase your chances of job success on RecruitMyMom
    You have heard so much about RecruitMyMom, and you can’t wait to register and start applying for suitable new work opportunities. You excitedly register on www.recruitmymom.co.za, complete the online CV, then visit the job listings page and apply for a job, a few days later you receive a decline...
  • 8 Of The Best Remote Jobs To Pursue In 2024
    The rise of remote work has given working women the chance to take control of their careers. The flexibility of working from home or any location of their choice allows women to mould their career goals around their lifestyle needs, like fetching children from school. Remote jobs provide...
  • Empowered and Unstoppable Why RecruitMyMom Believes Working Moms Make the Best Employees
    In the dynamic world of career and personal fulfilment, working moms stand out as true superheroes, juggling the demands of both the professional and personal realms with grace and resilience. At RecruitMyMom, we recognise and celebrate the strengths and qualities that make working moms exceptional...
  • What Does The Law Say About Notice Periods In South Africa
    As an employee in South Africa, it is important to be aware of your company's notice period policy. This is the amount of time you are required to give your employer before resigning from your position. Notice periods can range from a few weeks to several months, depending on your contract. While...
  • How To Get Hired In 2024: A Guide For Busy Moms
    We spend so much time looking for a job, but we don’t often give thought to how to get hired. We know this is not necessarily your focus right now; it is a busy time of year. Work is ramping up its’ deadlines, the holiday season is looming, and your children’s schedule is packed with school...
  • Workplace values to hold onto throughout your career
    Every workplace is different and has its own set of values. Values are what hold a company together, set the tone of the culture, and unite employees and business leaders towards one vision.  The term ‘values’ means the “principles or standards of behaviour; one's judgement of what is important in...