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...
  • 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...
  • 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 Woman’s Career: Planning for Each Stage of Life
    Did you know that most 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 counterparts. And...
  • 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...
  • 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...
  • 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...
  • How To Retain Senior And Executive Female Talent
    The Working Women in SA Report 2024 research study, the largest in SA with nearly 2000 respondents, finds that as women progress in seniority and responsibility, their desire for flexible working methods increases.  The data revealed that eighty percent of executive women expressed a preference...
  • She’s Back! Why Employers Should Hire Working Moms After A Career Break
    Companies are missing out on a vast talent pool and opportunities by overlooking a substantial group of skilled women because of career breaks on their CV. Career breaks refer to periods of time when individuals step away from paid employment to focus on other aspects of their lives. Working women...
  • 5 Things to Check Before You Send Your CV
    Craft your path to success with a winning CV. Before hitting submit, ensure your CV shines by highlighting your skills and experience. Here's your pre-launch checklist for a professional, polished, and targeted CV that will make you stand out from the crowd.   1. Ensure the spelling, grammar and...