Blog for Graduates
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26 Aug 2025If you're looking for a motivational letter template or want to learn how to write a motivational letter that supports your CV, this professional, editable template is for you. Use this free motivational letter template when applying for internships, graduate programmes, entry-level jobs, or skilled positions. It’s designed to help you communicate clearly and confidently with...
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26 Aug 2025You may have studied for years, but stepping into your first job brings an entirely new kind of learning. Understanding how to prepare for your first job is about more than knowing what to do, it is about learning how to be, how to show up, and how to thrive in unfamiliar environments. One of the most effective ways to ready yourself is by completing a work readiness programme, either through...
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26 Aug 2025Crafting a motivational letter (or sometimes called a cover letter) is not simply a formality. It is a clever and strategic tool highlighting your suitability for a specific job. While a CV focuses on what you have done, a well-written letter speaks to who you are and why you are the right person for the position. It connects your qualifications, character and purpose with the needs of the...
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24 Jul 2025Is it bold or foolish to build a career around what you love? The advice to follow your passion career or not, has sparked endless debate. For some, following your passion is a guiding light. For others, it feels like a luxury they cannot afford. Yet for Keleabetswe Langa, a creative South African who once believed her artistic gifts were just hobbies, choosing passion has been nothing short of...
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24 Jul 2025When preparing for a job interview as a graduate, one of the most effective strategies is learning how to use your university experience and group work to stand out in a job interview. While you may not have formal work experience, the projects and assignments you completed during your studies showcase valuable, job-ready skills. Group work, coursework, and volunteer work demonstrate your...