I browse many different online job sites daily. And there is not a single day that goes by that I do not spot one or more blatantly obvious job scams being posted on these job boards. Most of these scams are so obvious, that...
4 worries EVERY job seeker will have
So you are busy searching for a new job. It does not matter if you have just started or if you have been busy with it for a while. The fact is that until you actually get an offer and sign that employment contract...
How to identify a bad boss!
Working for a bad boss or manager might make you question your career choices. But even worse then that, an awful boss can have an impact on your home life and mental or emotional well-being. There is nothing worse than waking up in the...
Salary Non-Payment [What are your options?]
What do you do if your employer refuses to pay you your salary for work done? Fortunately, this is not a very common problem because most employers are decent and pay their staff correctly. Usually, the problem over non-payment arises when a staff member...
A guide to Retrenchment in South Africa
The disastrous economic effects of the government's approach to curb the spread of the COVID-19 virus will likely be felt for years to come. Daily we hear about small businesses closing up shop as they just can not withstand the financial losses suffered. While...
Understanding Workplace Dismissals in South Africa
Getting dismissed is often referred to as “getting fired!” And although the world of Hollywood would have you believe that firing a worker is as simple as yelling the words “YOUR FIRED!” from your corner office. The reality in South Africa is actually quite...
5 tips for entry level job seekers
Let's be honest, searching for a new job is difficult. Even if you have a few years of experience on your side. But if you are just entering the job market it is so much harder. It is a bitter pill to swallow for...
Job search during the COVID-19 pandemic.
he world is a scary place right now. And the reality is that it is not the virus who is the scary beast anymore. What is really scaring people now, is the realisation that the economic impact of government lockdown is possibly going to...
23 best job search quotes
It is very easy to become demotivated during an extended job search. The constant rejection is enough to break even the strongest among us. I want to keep you motivated and positive and of course, inspired! I want to keep you smiling even through...
What is the CCMA? [And other questions answered]
The CCMA is a well-known acronym in the South African workplace. Chances are that you have even had some dealings with them in the past on one side or the other. In this article, we take a closer look at the CCMA and try...
The Rules of The CCMA [With Downloadable PDF]
Here are the official rules of the CCMA. ( Commission for conciliation, mediation and arbitration) With a downloadable template in PDF format to keep as a reference for later if needed....
Writing a Job Interview Thank You Letter.
Should you send a job interview thank you letter after an interview? The answer to this question is almost always yes. In this article, we will take a look at how to write a great thank you letter to send after an interview, discuss...
GPG Professional Job Centre
I recently published an article on the top 13 websites to use for your job search. And although these are great sites they are by no means the only websites available for job seekers to use. There are many smaller niche sites that focus...
Productive activities to boost your career while on Lockdown
We are now well into the second week of our national Lockdown here in South Africa. And although all signs seem to indicate that the spread of the COVID-19 virus is slowing, we still have a long way to go. Many people have used...
Upskill during the RSA #lockdown!
Although some of us are fortunate enough to be able to continue working from home, there are realistically many more employees who are unable to do so. And if you are a job seeker desperately looking for work well then I imagine that this...