Early in my career planning stage, I would watch Law films, several news channels and listen attentively to radio interviews as a family. At no point in this learning experience did I understand the importance of communication until I took up an opportunity to be a debutant for the Cancer Association for South Africa...
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Personal and professional development depends on networking in great measure. However, the actual worth of networking is in preserving and tending to those connections over time, not in the first connection. These valuable ideas will enable you to keep in touch with the individuals you have networked with and transform those contacts into enduring,...
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Are you a college student looking for an internship or a job? Chances are, recruiters will look you up online at some point during the recruiting process. A recent survey suggests that over 90% of recruiters conduct online research on their potential candidates either before the interview or before making a formal offer for...
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At the center of every good business design is empathy. Empathy is the act of understanding and being sensitive to someone else’s experience. This quality connects the product, service, and, ultimately, the business to the people who benefit the most from its usefulness. Anyone can be a designer, but the most successful designers recognize...
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The workplace can be exciting and nerve-wracking at the same time. On the exciting aspect, joining the workplace has new opportunities that bring joy and fulfillment to people. On the nerve-wracking aspect, the change in environment can bring overwhelming feelings. There are many ways to be successful in the workplace. Below are three ways...
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For many, the notion of working from home can seem quite intimidating. The thought of not working in the office and being separated from colleagues for the first time can be an adjustment. To cultivate a productive and inclusive remote culture, let’s identify some of the associated challenges: Lack of resources (including supervision) Social...
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Risk is a multifaceted noun. To some, risk is a complex concept. For a select few, it may be a jargon used by the insurance industry, but for most of us in the industry – Risk Management is the gateway to ensure we do the right things, at the right time, using the right...
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Over the next four years, 20% of the workforce will be comprised of members from generation Z, which represents a significant portion of the labor market. Members of Generation Z are self-assured, independent, technologically savvy, and seek appreciation for their work. They love to see that the work they accomplish has an impact. Members...
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What is social impact? “Social impact” is how companies define how they benefit a specific community or the world. Companies often incorporate social impact ideals into some part of their operation. For example, they could donate a certain amount of their profit to a specific initiative. It could be that they seek to reduce...
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Have you participated in a two-part interview that consisted of technical and cultural questions? Has an interviewer stated something like, “this section of the interview helps us gauge if you are a cultural fit for our organization?” As companies reimagine their recruitment process and seek to diversify their workforce, it is becoming increasingly critical...
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