Blog for Graduates

  • How to Succeed in Your First Job - and it’s Remote
    A momentous occassion! You've just received your very first job offer, and you're brimming with excitement and a touch of trepidation. It's a remote position, and you're keen to work from home, looking forward to the flexibility and convenience it will bring, yet it also presents unique challenges, especially when you're new to the world of work. So, how do you build...
  • Office Culture and Etiquette: What Every Professional Should Know in Their First Job
    Starting your first job is more than learning how to do the work. In fact, one of the biggest adjustments is understanding how things are done in your new company, including formal expectations and informal ways of working. This forms a large part of office culture – things that are not...
  • The Benefits of Internships and Learnerships: How They Help You Start Your Career
    For many South African graduates, internships and learnerships are a powerful launchpad into the world of work. These structured work-based learning opportunities help you develop practical job skills, gain real-world experience, and build the confidence needed to thrive in a professional environment. While they may differ slightly in format, internships are often shorter and more informal,...
  • What to Expect in Your First Year of Work - And How to Thrive
    For fresh and experienced graduates entering the South African job market Starting your first job after graduating is an enormous milestone, and knowing what to expect can help graduates adjust more smoothly to thrive in their new work environment. While each workplace is...
  • Graduate Grit: 7 Ways to Stay Motivated in a Tough Graduate Job Market
    Graduating and stepping into the job market is exciting, but the reality of a competitive and often slow-moving graduate job market in South Africa can make it hard to stay motivated. Delayed responses, rejections, or no replies can leave you questioning your abilities and next steps. Staying motivated is not about ignoring the challenges – it's about learning to push through them...