Tag: hiring
Rising matric pass rate – why verification matters now
With the 2024 matric pass rate on the rise, employers face an influx of job applicants. But how can companies ensure they are hiring candidates based on genuine qualifications? South Africa has celebrated a notable increase in the matric pass rate for 2024 - from 82.9% in 2023 to 87.3%.
AI-Driven recruitment raises legal and bias concerns
AI-driven recruitment raises critical concerns about bias, fairness and legal accountability in modern hiring practices. There is mounting foreign case law that provides both employers and Artificial Intelligence (AI) developers with significant food for thought.
Small business owner wellbeing – balancing passion and pressure
Small business owner wellbeing is essential for sustaining growth, balancing challenges, and achieving long-term success in today’s competitive environment. Wellbeing is a key factor in business growth and success, especially for entrepreneurs navigating the often lonely path of self-employment.
Talent competition in financial services – skills over roles
Conversations about the war for talent in financial services have persisted for many years. Competition to attract skilled individuals has always been intense, with high demand for talented professionals. This competition has intensified recently as hiring activity accelerates to meet today's significant challenges.
Job title inflation surging
The phenomenon of job-title inflation has gained traction in South Africa, driven both by young professional’s ambition for accelerated career progression and employers' efforts to engage staff while managing costs. This trend has led to an increase in roles with prestigious titles, such as 'Lead', 'Vice President', or 'Manager', being offered to individuals with limited experience, skills, or corresponding salaries.
The rise of AI expertise as a new employment trend in...
As Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology continues to evolve globally, its integration into the South African business landscape is becoming increasingly prominent. Companies across various sectors are leveraging AI to drive efficiencies, optimise operations, and create new revenue streams.
STUDY | Organisational adoption of generative AI boosts productivity and efficiency
A new study by our Institute for Business Value found that the surveyed CEOs are facing workforce, culture and regulation challenges as they act quickly to implement and scale generative AI across their organisations.
Women in leadership roles in tech bring essential skills
When we think of technology and the ICT industry, the cliché often conjures an image of a male-dominated environment, focused solely on technical development. However, this outdated stereotype no longer reflects the reality of the industry.
South African women entrepreneurs – breaking down barriers
South African women are closing the gender gap in entrepreneurial activity. Driven by many factors ranging from perceived opportunity to job scarcity, they are starting businesses which in turn creates employment opportunities for others, with the country boasting one of the highest proportion of women-led companies employing 20 or more people globally.
Essential strategies for building resilience and profitability
Starting a new business is an exhilarating venture, filled with both opportunities and challenges. However, the path to success requires more than just a great idea - it demands a strategic approach, careful planning, and the ability to adapt to evolving market conditions.