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Your Questions

"I have been working for the same company for three years, as a receptionist. I have recently discovered I am pregnant. What do I do?"

Choose a Career that Suits You!

New beginnings are always good, especially when it comes to a job. Make sure that the career you choose fits in with what suits you.

Find the Job

Want to become a professional shark diver in Durbs? Or the CEO for a major corporation in Jozi? Go and find the job!

Write a Perfect Cover Letter

In an e-text era, the art of letter writing still is very important. If you're looking for a job you'll have to know how to write a clear and concise cover letter.

CV Writing Skills

What does CV say about you? What is the best way to get that dream job? Write a focused CV and stand out from the crowd!

How to Dress?

Leave the takkies at home, straighten your tie, smooth your dress. Dress for success and knock 'em dead in the interview!

The Interview

You've found the job, they like your CV. Next step: the interview.  Relax, be yourself, and be prepared.

Research Your Employer!

You’ve been invited to an interview! But how much do you know about your future employer? It's best to find out!

What is a Contract?

Every employee should receive an Employment Contract when they get a job, which lays down the terms and conditions of their work.

Example of an Employment Contract

Your Employment Contract is a vitally important document that features such important details as Salary, Hours of Work and more. Here is a helpful example.

The Fixed Term Contract

A Fixed Term Contract is a contract that lasts between two specific dates. Make sure you talk about your working conditions before you sign such a contract.

The Project Contract

A Project Contract is one in which an employee works to complete a specific project. This could take ten days or ten months! Find out more.

Termination of a Contract

Make sure you know when an Employment Contract can be Terminated. It is important to know that it cannot be cancelled without a valid reason.

Contracts and Pregnancy

Being pregnant, or wanting to be pregnant, should not affect your work contract at all. If it does, this is illegal in terms of South African Labour Laws!

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