Time to retire the long service award
The Long Service Award. Cherished by organisations as a sign of how great they are as employers. Sought after by employees as a recognition of their loyalty to the company…
Once Bitten, Twice Shy. The Recruitment Paradox
In our recent discussions with clients and candidates, an interesting pattern is emerging which may have some very serious consequences for companies' talent acquisition plans and for the careers of…
Winning the War on Talent
As recruiters enter 2019, the challenges in building and sustaining their talent pool continue to grow. All over the world, our clients are advising us of the increased difficulties in…
Interview tips for candidates
Work on your handshake: Don't offer up a flimsy or sweaty hand. Instead, when you meet with prospective employers or interviewers, offer a firm handshake, with one or two pumps…
Do restrictions on foreign workers really benefit locals
Over the past couple of years, many countries globally have made hiring foreign workers more difficult. The usual logic for these actions is that it will force companies to hire…
Job Prospects in Nigeria – When will they improve?
If you are looking for a job in Nigeria today, then things may be a little difficult at this time. Following the balance of payments crisis and dollar shortages caused…
The Importance of Culture in Hiring for Africa
What is the most important factor in the success of a new hire in an organisation? Is it the individual's skills and experiences, the management culture of the organisation, or…
Interview tips for candidates
Work on your handshake: Don't offer up a flimsy or sweaty hand. Instead, when you meet with prospective employers or interviewers, offer a firm handshake, with one or two pumps…
The risks you run when forgoing a recruitment agency
You might be wondering why you should use a recruitment agency when you could instead adopt a more ‘hands-on’ approach by recruiting new personnel directly through a jobs listing site…
Executive Search in South East Asia
Asian markets are delivering growth three times that of the developed world and that is predicted to continue – and valuations are “reasonable and attractive relative to the rest of…