RecruitAGraduate Blog

  • Do I need a tax number to be employed for the first time?
    It is not required for a graduate to have a tax number to be employed, and you need to earn a specific amount before needing a tax number. The South African Revenue Service states: You must register as a taxpayer with the South African Revenue Service (SARS) if you earn more than a specific amount, which is...
  • Nurturing Essential Soft Skills in Graduates for Business Success
    Graduates these days are the most technologically advanced generation the world has ever seen because they were born and nurtured in the Information Age. As a result, STEM-related jobs are appealing to this expanding segment of the workforce. Many boast a CV of strong technical abilities, but due to having grown up with digital devices, they lack soft skills. 
    Young professionals need...
  • Proven Profitability: Embrace Diversity by Hiring Graduates
    In today's fast-paced, ever-changing business landscape, employers are recognising the value diversity brings to the workforce. According to MIT research, a diverse workplace is more profitable. Another...
  • Must-Ask Interview Questions for Graduates
    Conducting a job interview is often regarded as a simple process. Graduate candidates meet with a potential employer who asks them a few questions and then the most qualified person gets the offer - easy as pie. However, in addition to finding someone competent, employers also need to assess the candidate's character and outlook questions to ensure a perfect company fit. To achieve this, ask...
  • Supercharge Your Confidence: Tips For Graduates Launching Into The Workplace
    Some graduates have more confidence than others. They finish university and enter the workforce, ready to tackle every opportunity head-on. And because of this confidence, these individuals thrive in the workplace because having confidence is one key to success. Entering the workplace is daunting for graduates who do not have that level of confidence and find entering the workforce daunting,...