Category: Landing that Job
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Thanks Mom, for Teaching Me to Love Sport & Ignore the Haters
The representation of a sport-loving female demographic was always prevalent, thanks to my mom. I never felt weird or threatened for loving sport, because to me, it was just the normal thing to do even if you were a woman.
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Why You Need a Second Job Just to Get By
With the skyrocketing cost of groceries, petrol, property, education, and a host of everyday living expenses, who among us can afford to run a household on one salary alone?
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The Happy Hard Work of Having Little Humans
The first day back at the office was fantastic. I could make coffee, sit on my chair and drink it hot. I could start and finish a conversation with a colleague. I could have lunch and eat slowly. I could go to the bathroom any time I wanted. The day felt long and uninterrupted.
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Who Can Blame Our Rugby Players for Moving Overseas?
A life in Bloemfontein with a few trips to Australiasia here and there, or a full-time European odyssey with culture on tap? It really is an easy choice for some, writes Ben Karpinsky.
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A Get Down & Get Dirty Guide for New Entrepreneurs
For the last two-and-a-half years, I’ve been running my own agency. My business partner and I are in the comfy phase where we’re not too concerned about sinking, and we’ve figured out where this ship is headed. I guess this phase is called ‘growing your business’.
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Don’t Miss Our Latest Iris Session About Bringing In Extra Cash
Before you reach out for that credit card – there’s no reason this winter has to be your winter of discontent! There are many ways to stay financially afloat, and David O’Sullivan will be unpacking ways to bring in extra cash for your household in our next Iris Session.
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Why Being Retrenched Was the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me
I made a purposeful decision: this retrenchment will not define me or my career. I would not give it power over me. I would not succumb to fear. I would instead choose how to react and I would be in control of my emotions.
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What I’ve Learned About Life While Looking for a Job
Looking for a new job is scary. It’s mentally and emotionally exhausting. It gets difficult to keep a clear sight of what you want for your life when fear messes with your internal compass.
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Beauty is in the Eye of the HR Department
Even in 2016, when we’re at the top of the food chain and have access to so much information, we are still in an era that celebrates a certain type of beauty. A perfectly symmetrical face and a tiny waist are celebrated more than a PhD.