Ayanda Mbanga Communications celebrated 23 years in the industry by signing an agreement with LinkedIn, the world's largest professional network. The company has been appointed as a partner for LinkedIn Talent Solutions and LinkedIn Learning in the South African...
For at least 20 years before Covid-19 struck, things were changing in the working world. Technology was already having a major impact, and millennials were influencing the accepted rigors of work. However, there is no doubt that Covid-19 has forced major shifts in the...
As greater concern for the environment has grown over the past few years, we have come to understand that the Earth, the animals and the climate itself are not eternally stable elements, but hugely vulnerable to human action. As a result of this new comprehension,...
The working world has changed so much in the last ten years. Clinging to one career at the expense of all others is not what it used to be. Firstly, millennials have changed the concept of one job for life, which is not surprising. Technology has refocused the way we...
Every so often we talk about women in work, and the changing world of women at work. Over time it might seem as though we tramp the same path over and over, but in fact there have been some interesting changes to the way women perceive their place in the workplace,...
The changes ringing through the working world due to the advance of technology may threaten some jobs, while enhancing others. The key to succeeding as the new world descends is the ability to analyse the potential employment arena of the future. Too many young people...
Nobody goes around thinking they would make a poor leader. Most people rather imagine they might easily assume such a role and make an impact. At least they aspire to having that capability. Leadership is not that easy – and in some instances, cannot be simply taught;...
As with any interview, you need to prepare for it. And to do that, you need to set aside time to focus on several steps you need to take before you find yourself in front of a prospective employer. General interview tips Make sure you have all the necessary documents...
Sometimes the business of business gets in the way of understanding where art can viably fit on the commercial map. Some think that business is too hard focused and factual, while art is whimsical and self-indulgent. In fact, nothing could be further from the truth –...
One thing that will never go out of fashion, is the need for a career of some kind in order to contribute, earn money and find the lifestyle you would like as you head into adulthood. Sometimes the first one you choose may not turn out to be the one you really like,...
Many of us erroneously believe that getting up every morning with purpose is a trait that belongs solely to entrepreneurs and billionaires. It’s curious how we associate success with the qualities of positive things and a sense of purpose, but then fail to apply these...
“Choices, Chances, Changes. You must make a choice to take a chance or your life will never change.” ~ Unknown For some learners, reaching the end of high school and getting that matric behind you, is the only major goal. Many go on from that educational milestone to...
No matter what you are wanting to market, you are most likely to use social media marketing somewhere in the mix. This channel does not replace other more traditional choices, but it does have considerable inroad and impact on viewership. Like any other advertising,...
Any business today, wanting to make itself heard and relevant, is spoilt for choice. There are so many ways of reaching a target audience because advertising covers anything to do with putting your name in the way of the public’s eye. From billboards to direct mail,...
If there’s one gold thread that runs through the hotel industry, it’s a love of people and strong service orientation. Looking after people is a busy business. It is certainly not the easy career some might think. Things have to be cleaned, food ordered, planned and...
