RecruitAGraduate Blog

  • How to write a good motivational letter
    With the high competition graduate job-seekers face in South Africa it is important to have a well written CV and motivational cover letter that clearly states why you are the best person for the role. You want to make it as easy as possible for the recruiter or employer to see that your skills and any relevant work experience will match the job requirements. A rushed cover letter can be a reason...
  • How work readiness programmes fast-track graduate employees
    A challenge that many employers face when hiring younger, graduate staff is that there can be a lack of professionalism, communication and soft skills training in younger, more “green” employees. Often it’s simply due to being new to the workplace or inexperienced. One of the best ways to provide a graduate employee with the necessary foundation for long-term career success...
  • What careers of the future to look out for
    Choosing what to study, or the direction of your career takes a little thought and a whole lot of resourcefulness. We are on the cusp of an exciting couple of decades and there are some interesting careers of the future to choose from.  With so many possibilities it’s firstly important to narrow down the type of career that would suit you best. You could look at your personality...
  • Making a great first impression at job interviews is the best way to land your CV on the top 5 list. Employers will always remember the candidates that stood out the most in an interview.  Believe it or not, there are ways you can make sure the impression you leave is a good one. At RecruitAGraduate, we are passionate about helping our grads be the very best they can be so that they can...
  • 7 Reasons To Hire Graduates
    To hire graduates in these uncertain times can seem like a daunting thought. Particularly when your company does not have a fully-fledged graduate programme like large corporates.  However, as a business owner, you know that it is only those who dare to be brave and step out to take a risk that are likely to succeed.  So that's why it's essential to know why hiring graduates can...