Permalink to: Here’s how to Spring-Clean your hiring

Here’s how to Spring-Clean your hiring

As the flowers bloom, days grow brighter, fresh rain falls, and local produce delights our senses, Spring ushers in a season of renewal. For recruitment and talent acquisition professionals, Spring’s arrival signals the perfect time to revamp their approach to finding the best talent. Just as you might engage in Spring cleaning at home, it’s an excellent occasion to tidy
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Permalink to: Where to Start When Looking for a Job

Where to Start When Looking for a Job

Looking for a new job can be a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be. By following these steps, you can start your job search off on the right foot and increase your chances of finding the perfect job for you. Getting Started: Here are some additional tips for where to start when looking for a job: Here are
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Permalink to: Using Hiring AI to Bridge the Pay Gap

Using Hiring AI to Bridge the Pay Gap

The gender pay gap is a persistent problem in South Africa, with women earning on average 23% less than men. This gap is even wider for women in certain industries, such as technology and engineering. There are a number of factors that contribute to the gender pay gap, including unconscious bias, occupational segregation, and lack of access to opportunities. Hiring
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Permalink to: Why is Human Oversight key to AI?

Why is Human Oversight key to AI?

In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI), one thing remains clear: humans are essential. AI is advancing, and for it to keep being an aid, human oversight is needed to ensure that it remains ethical, that biases are detected and addressed, and that AI decision-making remains transparent. In a recent article by The Guardian, Mary Towers, an employment
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Permalink to: Job-Seekers: 3 Simple Ways to Get Recruiter Attention

Job-Seekers: 3 Simple Ways to Get Recruiter Attention

Are you tired of your job applications going nowhere? Maximise your chances of getting recruiter attention during the job application process by being intentional about what you’re communicating. Here are 3 simple things you can do to get recruiter attention. Get recruiter attention by optimising your application Tailor your application to the job. Make sure you’re customising your resume and
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Permalink to: Business owners: how you can invest in the future workforce

Business owners: how you can invest in the future workforce

It’s Youth Month in South Africa, and what better opportunity to look at how to empower the workforce of the future? At Job Crystal, we’re passionate about making a dent in unemployment, and that includes investing in the workers that aren’t workers yet. Here’s how you as a business owner can invest in the future workforce. 1. Invest in Education
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Permalink to: Job seekers: how to build your brand to get the job

Job seekers: how to build your brand to get the job

In today’s competitive job market, building a strong personal brand is crucial for standing out and attracting opportunities. Your personal brand encompasses your unique skills, experiences, and qualities that define who you are professionally. By strategically cultivating your brand, you can showcase your expertise, make a lasting impression, and position yourself as a desirable candidate. In this article, we’ll explore
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Permalink to: SMEs: 7 reasons you should be hiring for diversity

SMEs: 7 reasons you should be hiring for diversity

Variety is the spice of life, and that’s true for your team too. A diverse team is important for many reasons. By bringing together people with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, diverse teams can be more creative, innovative, and effective at problem-solving. Additionally, prioritising diversity and inclusion can help SMEs to better understand their customers, enhance their brand reputation, and
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