In today’s competitive job market, receiving a job offer is an exciting milestone. However, it’s crucial to carefully evaluate the offer before making a final decision. Here are essential factors to consider, especially in the context of DEI (Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion) and potential biases within the hiring process. 1. Company Culture and Values Understanding a company’s culture and values
Red & Green Flags – How to Spot a Good Career Opportunity
Recruitment and Talent Acquisition can be a challenging journey. It’s vital to remember that while employers are looking for the perfect fit for their organisations, you, as a job seeker, are also looking for the ideal company for your career. Toxic work environments can be disheartening, and it’s crucial to avoid them. According to a survey by Jobvite, a third
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Is “Quiet Quitting” hurting your business?
“Quiet Quitting” has become a buzzword over the past few weeks, causing great debate for employers and employees alike. But what is it? What causes it? Is it something you should worry about as an employer? And what can you do about it? We’ve got you covered. What is Quiet Quitting? Quiet Quitting is a kind of Work-To-Rule, where employees
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Is remote work really that much better?
What we think of as ‘going to work’ is changing for many people. A recent article by BusinessTech explores why many South Africans don’t think it’s worth driving into work anymore. They cite reasons including workplace stress, the stress of commuting, and the rising cost of fuel. The internet makes it possible for many people to work out of the
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3 Easy Time-Savers for Working Moms
Happy Mothers’ Day! At Job Crystal we love working moms, are working moms, and are passionate about helping working moms achieve everything they can. That’s why we’ve put so much time and effort into creating an AI recruitment tool to help companies save time. We understand that being a mom is a full-time job all on its own. You’re a
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Yin (Work), Yang (Life) and Finding the Balance
“Balance is not something you find, it’s something you Create.” Jana Kingsford In the last two years the pandemic has turned our work-life balance upside down. Suddenly our work life and home life were merged into work-from-home setups. This may have sounded like a dream come true at first (and for some it was), but in most cases, it ended