Why Employers Choose Summit Recruitment & Search Africa
Finding the right people for the right roles has never been easy — especially in today’s competitive job market. Across Kenya, East Africa (EA), and Africa, businesses are looking for …
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The Importance of Career Clinics : Empowering Job Seekers for Success
Career clinics are becoming an essential service for job seekers across Africa. These sessions help professionals improve their interview techniques, refine their CVs, and build the confidence needed to succeed …
Creating a Positive Company Culture: Tips for Employee Engagement
A positive company culture is essential for fostering employee engagement and creating a thriving workplace environment. When employees feel valued, supported, and connected to their organization, they are more likely …
14 Recruiting Tips for Finding Better Candidates
A successful recruiting strategy helps companies find and hire new talent. Whether your company is experiencing normal turnover or adding new positions because of growth, you probably want to find the most …
In Demand and Future Proof: Top Skills to Rule the 2024 Job Market
Welcome to the future, job seekers! 2024 is here, and the landscape of in-demand skills keeps evolving. Are you ready to stand out from the crowd and land your dream …
5 Red Flags Recruiters Should Heed — and 3 They Should Retire
Recruiters play a vital role in the hiring process, connecting talented individuals with suitable opportunities. However, even the most experienced recruiters can make mistakes, sometimes leading to costly hiring decisions. …
How to Answer “What is your Weakness?” in a job Interview
A common (yet often dreaded) interview question is, “What is your weakness?” because who wants to talk about what they aren’t good at? However, employers often ask this question to better understand …
Don’t Miss Out on Opportunities: 5 Common Job Search Mistakes to Avoid
Introduction In the pursuit of a fulfilling career, it’s essential to seize every opportunity that comes your way. However, many individuals inadvertently sabotage their own job search efforts. Let’s have …
Maximizing Monday: Strategies for Boosting Employee Productivity and Morale
Monday is often seen as the starting point of the workweek, and how it’s approached can set the tone for the days ahead. As employers, it’s crucial to ensure that …
How to Prepare Yourself for a Virtual Interview: Your Comprehensive Guide
Virtual interviews have become increasingly common in recent years, as businesses have moved to remote work. This can be a great opportunity for job seekers, as it allows them to …
Maximizing Performance Through Effective Performance Management
Obtaining and maintaining peak performance is critical for organisations to remain competitive and succeed in today’s dynamic business market. Performance management is a strategic method that assists organisations in increasing …
How to Answer “What Do You Do for Fun?”
Imagine yourself in the midst of an interview, ready to tackle questions about your professional prowess, strengths, weaknesses, and accomplishments. Suddenly, a curveball is thrown your way: “So, how do …
6 Reasons You’re Not Getting an Interview
It can be frustrating to not get the job interviews you want. Even if you think you’re doing everything correctly, you could not be getting any responses. What’s happening, then? …
Thriving in a Candidate-Driven Market: Strategies for Companies to Embrace the Power of Candidates
The dynamics of the recruitment landscape have shifted, placing candidates in the driver’s seat. With a scarcity of skilled professionals and a growing demand for talent, companies now face the …
Salary Transparency: Dos and Don’ts for Employers
Salary transparency has become a hot topic in today’s workplace, with employees demanding more openness and information regarding compensation. In response, many employers are considering implementing salary transparency policies to …
5 Tips for a Career Change
Hey there! Are you thinking about making a career change? It’s a big decision, but don’t worry, we’ve got some tips to help you stay realistic and positive throughout the …
Unlocking HR Digital Transformation: Key Technology Considerations
As organizations navigate the ever-evolving digital landscape, HR departments are embarking on transformative journeys to enhance operational efficiency and employee experiences. However, executing a successful HR digital transformation project requires …
Praxi Alliance Spring Summit 2023 Recap
The highly anticipated Spring Summit of 2023, held in Helsinki, successfully brought together more than 40 participants from various parts of the world. The Summit began on the first day …
The Role of Career Planning in Organizational Success
Career planning is an essential component of any successful organization. It involves providing employees with the resources and support they need to develop their skills and advance their careers, ultimately …
7 Essential Team Management Skills Every Leader Should Master
Managing a team is not just about delegating tasks and ensuring everyone meets their deadlines. It’s about creating a positive and productive work environment where every team member feels valued …
Building a Strong Personal Brand: Tips for Job Seekers
In today’s competitive job market, having a strong personal brand can make all the difference when it comes to landing your dream job. A personal brand is how you present …
Job Scams: 9 Characteristics of Job Scams You need to Know
Job scams are becoming increasingly common in today’s digital age, with fraudsters preying on job seekers in search of legitimate employment opportunities. These scams can be devastating, not only financially …
How to Improve Talent Acquisition and Retention: Best Practices for Companies
In today’s competitive job market, companies must focus on improving their talent acquisition and retention strategies to attract and retain top talent. To achieve this, organizations need to implement effective …
How to Use Storytelling in Job Interviews: Impress and Stand Out
Job interviews can be intimidating for many of us, but one effective way to make a lasting impression on potential employers is through storytelling. By sharing engaging and relevant stories …
Navigating Salary Transparency: Dos and Don’ts for Employers and HR teams
Salary transparency has become a hot topic in recent years, with more and more companies making their compensation data public. While there are benefits to being transparent about salaries, there …
Which type of interview is right for your business?
When in-person job interviews were abruptly discontinued owing to social distancing orders in 2020, virtual interviewing became crucial for the majority of businesses. Virtual interviews have continued to be adopted …
End of Internship Checklist!
As your internship comes to an end, there are a few important things you should do to wrap up your experience and prepare for what’s next. Here’s an end-of-internship checklist …
Laid Off? Here are 7 Things You can do Next!
Losing your job can be challenging and upsetting, especially if you weren’t expecting it. It’s crucial to keep in mind, though, that getting laid off is not a reflection of …
Must Have Words in your CV/Resume!
When crafting a resume, it’s important to use powerful and impactful words that can effectively convey your skills and qualifications to potential employers. Here are some words that can help …
Incredibly poor pieces of advice for job seekers
Finding a job isn’t always easy. It can take a while, and not everyone will have the same, clear road to success. Every kind of assistance is always appreciated and …
Creating a Safe and Inclusive Workplace
In today’s world, it’s crucial to create a safe and inclusive workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and supported. An inclusive work environment is not only good for employees’ …
The Do’s and Don’ts of Crafting the Perfect Cover Letter
A cover letter is an essential part of any job application, and it can make or break your chances of landing an interview. A well-crafted cover letter can help you …
5 Tips for Crafting a Standout CV in 2023
In today’s competitive job market, your CV is the first impression that potential employers have of you. With hundreds of applicants for each position, it is important to ensure that …
Frustrated with Your Job Search? Keep your CV and online profile up to date!
Keeping your resume and online profile up to date and tailored to the types of positions you are interested in is important for several reasons:
Navigating Kenyan Labour Laws: A guide for HR professionals
Kenya has a complex labour law framework that governs various aspects of the employment relationship, including hiring, termination, and workplace safety. A number of Acts have been passed by the …
What does the new Leader look like in the Hybrid World?
By Sue Withers The hybrid workplace is here to stay and will continue to evolve. So, can our current Leadership styles continue and be successful in the years ahead? It …
How to Achieve Your Dream Career Goals
People frequently set what are referred to as career objectives in order to achieve particular degrees of success in life. Simply said, a career goal is a defined objective that …
Why HR Professionals Should Document Everything Before Firing Someone
Stakes can be high when deciding whether to fire an employee, and there are a variety of ethical and legal factors to take into account. So how can HR directors …
Understanding Gen Z in the workplace
Generation Z (born after 1995) has arrived in the workforce during a time of great change For the first time, four generations are working together. As a result, they bring …
The Pros of team building in an organisation
To foster a productive corporate culture where workers love going to work, one another, and communicate effortlessly, organizations should use team building as a strategy. There are numerous benefits to …
In a slowing economy, what should employers do?
The labour market is on a shaky ground for the first time in decades. Economies around the world continue to struggle. High inflation rates have been witnessed all around the …
Why companies should focus on employee retention
Employee retention is an important issue for any company. it is one of the key factors that can help a company grow and succeed. There are a few reasons why …
Best Emerging Careers in the Mining Industry
Extractive industries in the minerals and energy sectors are currently driving economic growth in West Africa. Mining is expected to expand due to the continent’s abundant natural resources, which include …
Probation Laws: What you Need to Know
Most organizations now put newly hired employees through a probationary period before fully integrating them into the company. So, before we go any further, let’s make sure you understand what …
Career Clinic Feedback | Candidates Testimonials
I have learnt how to package my CV to suit the jobs advertised. Also I realise the need to give room before considering another job if recently employed. The career …
Maternity & Work in Kenya 2021
More than 70% of working women do not receive full maternity leave benefits. Only 330 million women – or 28% of working women – are fully protected. Approximately 80% of …
Demystifying The Myth Around Paternity Leave in Kenya 2021
Kenyans (employers and employees) do not appear to understand paternity leave for some mysterious reason. Indeed, even Kenyan labor rules fail to provide proper advice on paternity leave. Here, we …
Africa Emerging Positions in Information Technology in 2021
ICT is currently a major driver of economies in Africa, with mobile phone usage being the highest in the world. There are 5.29 billion unique mobile phone users in the …
Job Happiness Vs Job Satisfaction
Are You Happy or Satisfied? Job Happiness and Job Satisfaction are popular terms in the Human Resource Management sector. During recruitment and headhunting, it is not uncommon to find candidates …
How to Resign Without Burning Bridges
Resigning is often a big decision and sometimes a hard one to make. Finding a better opportunity, healthier work environment, improved benefits. There are different reasons people choose to leave …
