Turning a Reference into a Probation Plan
Turning a Reference into a Probation Plan Part three of three on getting real value out of reference checks. Most employers treat a reference check as a verdict. The reference
Why Good Candidates Get Poor References
Why Good Candidates Get Poor References Part two of three on getting real value out of reference checks. A lukewarm reference feels like a clear signal. Someone who worked with
Reference Checks: Benefit of the Doubt, and Where It Ends
Reference Checks: Benefit of the Doubt, and Where It Ends A closing piece on references. The first three posts argued for giving candidates a fair hearing. This one sets out
Reading a Reference Check: Separating Fact from Opinion
Reading a Reference Check: Separating Fact from Opinion Part one of three on getting real value out of reference checks. At RESOURCE recruitment we conduct telephonic reference checks on every
How to Read a Credit Report When You Are Hiring
How to Read a Credit Report When You Are Hiring A practical guide for employers: when you may run a credit check, what the terms actually mean, and which findings
Why You Should Never Lie on Your CV
AI Is Reading Your CV: Why You Should Never Lie on Your CV In South Africa, misrepresenting your qualifications is now a criminal offence. But even the lies that are
“Toxic Work Environment” Is Not an Answer
“Toxic Work Environment” Is Not an Answer Why the most common reason for leaving a job is also the weakest thing you can say in an interview — and what
Free Courses to Boost Your Digital Marketing Skills (And Your Employability)
Digital marketing is one of the fastest-growing career paths in South Africa — and one of the few where you can build a job-ready skillset without spending a cent. Whether
