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How a Recruitment Agency Handles Negative References
In the recruitment process, references play a critical role in evaluating a candidate's past performance and suitability for a job. However, what happens when a reference presents a negative perspective? How does a recruitment agency handle such situations? Let's...
Key Attributes of a Quality Hospitality Employee
The hospitality industry, perhaps even more than most other industries, is fully dependent on the quality of their staff team. This applies not only to guest facing team associates, but across all departments. The commitment to world class service is also why we...
Recruitment Scams: The Red Flags
As the job market becomes increasingly competitive, job seekers should also be aware of the rising threat of recruitment scams. These fraudulent activities not only waste your time and energy but also pose a risk to your personal information and financial well being....
How to Present your References
When applying for a job through a recruitment agency, references can play a crucial role in supporting and reinforcing your application. Here are some tips on how to effectively present references in your CV application to an agency and prospective employers: Include...
The Future of Work Part 2: New-collar Jobs
New-collar jobs refer to workers between blue and white-collar roles. These people have come to recognise that traditionally hard-to-attain jobs requiring years of study and training aren't necessarily the most fulfilling and long-lived. Workers are increasingly...
Common Recruitment Mistakes to Avoid
During the recruitment process, there are some common mistakes eager job seekers can make. To ensure a smooth and successful application process, avoid these pitfalls: Applying for Every Job One mistake to avoid is applying for multiple listings with the same company....
The Future of Work: Adapting to Automation and Shifting Skill Sets
As technology continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, the future of work is being shaped by automation and artificial intelligence. This rapid advancement has led to significant changes in the required workforce and skill sets across various industries. In this...
Hospitality: Changing Employer Trends
Employment trends can be influenced by various factors, including economic conditions, technological advancements, global events, and industry-specific changes. It’s important to consider several aspects when looking for your next opportunity and how the evolving...
Embrace New Beginnings: Unleash Your Potential in the New Year
As we bid farewell to the old and welcome the new, the dawn of a brand-new year is the perfect time to reflect on personal and professional growth. At Asanté, we believe that each passing year brings new opportunities, and 2024 is no exception. As you gear up for the...
Navigating Salary Offers
When it comes to handling salary offers from a potential employer, it's important for a candidate to approach the situation with tact and consideration. Here's a simple guide: Research First: Before any salary discussion, research the average salary for similar roles...
Empowering Candidates Through Skill Development
Through complacency we can suddenly find ourselves slipping into mediocrity. In today's rapidly changing job market, continuous learning and skill development have become crucial for career growth. As recruiters and talent advocates, let's discuss how we can empower...
What’s the difference between a CV and a Resumé?
A CV (Curriculum Vitae) and a Resumé are documents used in job applications, but they have distinct purposes, formats, and lengths. The primary differences between them lie in their uses and how specific or detailed you’d need to be with your application. Here are the...
Cover letters – you don’t always need one
There are a few scenarios in which you might not need to write a cover letter. Sometimes a job application doesn't require It and the posting explicitly states it. In such cases, the employer typically requests only a resume or an application form. Here are a few more...
How to write the perfect Cover Letter
How to write the perfect cover letter Writing a perfect cover letter requires careful attention to detail and customisation to the specifc job you are applying for. Hiring managers are typically skimming cover letters, meaning you have a short amount of time to get...
How does Bulk Recruitment work?
Bulk recruitment might not be something that you’re familiar with, mostly because traditionally the South African market has never really served the international market in this context and at this scale.
10 Steps on How to Write a CV
Recruiters only spend about 30 seconds looking at your CV for a first impression, so impress! The information you’re showcasing needs to be short and to the point while being tailored to the position you’re applying for.
How to Spot a Recruitment Scam
The rule of thumb is if something seems too good to be true – it usually is. If someone reaches out to you and promises unusually high pay or a full family Visa with relocation for relatively little work it’s probably a scam.
How to Ace an Online Interview
In this blog post, we’ve compiled helpful tips for jobseekers to feel confident and prepared for online interviews. We’ll cover your set-up, eliminating distractions, practising answers, and how to present yourself.