51 Picture: Getty Images/FreshSplash Technical expertise can help you secure a job, but strong people skills can determine how successfully you work with others, handle challenges and progress in your career. Also…
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How to follow up after a job interview without sounding desperate
81 PICTURE: PEXELS/RDNE Waiting to hear back after a job interview can be stressful. You may be tempted to check your phone constantly or send a message asking whether you’ve been successful….
What to do when you’ve applied for dozens of jobs and heard nothing back
83 PICTURE: PEXELS/ KETUT SUBIYANTO Job hunting can become frustrating when you keep submitting applications, tailoring your CV and checking your inbox, only to hear nothing back. Also see: 10 High-paying jobs…
How to enjoy a great social life on a budget
102 Picture: Getty Images/Westend61 Having a busy social life doesn’t have to mean spending a fortune. Whether you’re catching up with friends, planning a date or looking for something fun to do…
Basetsana Kumalo’s five business lessons for building a career that lasts
102 Picture: Supplied Basetsana Kumalo has built a career that refuses to fit neatly into one box. Since being crowned Miss South Africa in 1994, she has evolved from a television personality…
September SASSA grants: Payment schedule for beneficiaries
103 Picture: Pexels/Pixabay SASSA beneficiaries can start planning for September, with the month’s grant payment dates confirmed for the first week of the month. Also see: Wish Granted: SASSA SRD Grant Extended Until…
Top 5 tips to help you set financial boundaries
161 Picture: Getty Images/AndreyPopov Talking about money isn’t always easy, especially with family and friends. However, setting healthy financial boundaries is essential for protecting your finances, reducing stress and achieving your long-term…
Why your savings aren’t growing: Habits you can change
154 Picture: Pexels Saving money isn’t always about earning more—it’s often about recognising the small habits that quietly drain your finances.  According to Money Web, while an occasional treat or impulse purchase may seem harmless,…
How to leave a job without closing future opportunitiesÂ
152Leaving a job is a significant career milestone. Whether you’re moving to a better opportunity, changing industries, or taking time to focus on personal goals, how you leave your current role can have a…
How to make your tax refund work harder
174 Picture: Getty Images/RapidEye Who doesn’t love that little ping telling you SARS has just paid your tax refund into your account? Suddenly, Mauritius is calling, and you can already hear the…