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Happy customer

How should companies think about client retention?

How should companies think about client retention? A couple of years back I sat in an executive meeting where after a period of growth, the board were talking about client retention seriously for what seemed like the first time. They […]

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July 17, 2019

Steps to successfully outsource your projects

How to successfully outsource your projects The increased online presence has benefited the business world in many ways. The transparency and ease of communication have brought businesses closer not only to their customers but to other businesses as well. This […]

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July 9, 2019
Research for Job Application

Practical tips to make your job application stand out

Tips to make your job application stand out from the crowd After finding a job that best suits your needs and qualifications, the next and most important step during a job-hunting process consists in convincing the hiring team you that […]

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June 27, 2019
Growth Hacker

A guide to growth hacking and how it can benefit your business

A guide to growth hacking and how it can benefit your business Growth hacking is another buzzword you may have heard bandied around the workplace or seen a hundred times on the internet – but what exactly does it mean? […]

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June 18, 2019
On Campus Recruitment

The importance of on-campus recruitment – how to do it right?

The importance of on-campus recruitment – how to do it right? Recruiting talent directly at the university’s campus is gaining vast popularity among recruiters. Above all, this recruiting method helps your company create a young talent pipeline. In addition, it […]

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June 8, 2019
Full Service Agency

6 benefits of using a full service agency for your upcoming project

6 benefits of using a full service agency for your upcoming project If you’ve got a big project coming up, you might be considering the most cost and time efficient way to go about this, whilst still achieving the best […]

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May 29, 2019
Outsource recruitment process

Should your company outsource the recruitment process?

Why should your company outsource recruitment process? One of the latest trends of recruitment is contracting other professional parties to find the right people and to create the talent pipeline. Outsourcing the recruitment process is a practice followed mostly by […]

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May 28, 2019
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4 reasons you need to build an online portfolio as a contractor

4 reasons you need to build an online portfolio as a contractor A portfolio will mean different things depending on the industry you work in. But if you’ve spent time putting together a CV, cover letter and registering for job […]

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May 20, 2019
Freelancer staying possitive

Keeping positive when job hunting as a freelancer

How to keep a positive mindset when job hunting as a freelancer Being a freelancer can be competitive. You need to be proactive to find clients and put yourself out there to build your brand and credibility. What’s more, as […]

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May 7, 2019
Phone Interview

Should you conduct phone interviews before meeting with a contractor?

Should you conduct phone interviews before meeting with a contractor? You conduct interviews to get to know a potential contractor, check out their portfolio and have a conversation with them to assess if they’re a good match for your business. […]

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April 29, 2019
Link Building for website SEO

Increasing traffic through link building

Increasing traffic through link building The Internet has become a very important tool in making business (not only). With its benefits becoming almost common knowledge, everyone is setting up their online presence. Setting up a profile or creating a website, […]

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April 17, 2019
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The skills you need to look for in every contractor’s CV

Contractor CVs and what to look out for Sifting through CVs can be time consuming. As such, it helps to have a system in place that allows you to quickly identify those who might be a good fit for the […]

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April 10, 2019
Meeting to decide between two contractors

How to choose between two great contractors

Choosing Between Two Great Contractors It’s not a bad position to find yourself in, having to decide between two great contractors. But after the time and resource you’ve put into the recruitment process, the last thing you want to do […]

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April 4, 2019
Recruitment and business growth

Why effective recruitment matters to your business

Effective recruitment and why it matters to your business As a manager, whether in your own business or working for someone else, you know that you can only accomplish your objectives when you have the right people working for you. […]

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March 28, 2019
Content to improve SEO

How important is content to SEO?

How important is content to SEO? It’s that age-old question, is content really that important for my SEO rankings? Especially when content can be a resource-consuming task for many business owners. Indeed, many websites have to pay to outsource content […]

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March 25, 2019
Pay Per Click (PPC)

What is PPC?

What is Pay Per Click (PPC)? PPC or Pay-Per-Click advertising is as simple as the name suggests – every time a user clicks on one of your online adverts, you will pay a fee. You can get numerous different types […]

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March 18, 2019
SEM Search Engine Marketing

What is SEM?

What is SEM? SEM – or Search Engine Marketing – was once a term used to describe both paid searches and SEO (search engine optimisation). These days, however, SEM is used only in reference to paid search activities. This could […]

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March 13, 2019
Freelancer Desk

How can you increase your productivity as a freelancer?

How do you increase productivity as a freelance? Working as a freelancer is great in many ways. It gives you the advantage of choosing your own working hours and your own work place. You can practically work from everywhere as […]

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March 8, 2019
1 2 3 steps to impress a recruiter

How to impress a recruiter in 3 simple steps

Three steps to impressing a recruiter When trying to fill a freelance vacancy, recruitment consultants will likely review the applications of many candidates, speak to a number of potential hires and eventually shortlist a handful of contractors. Because of this, […]

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March 4, 2019
A motivated team

How do you motivate your team?

Common theories on how to motivate teams Dwight D. Eisenhower, the 34th President of the United States of America, once described leadership as “the art of getting someone else to do something you want because he wants to do it”. […]

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February 26, 2019
Artificial Intelligence

What is the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in recruitment?

The Role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in recruitment AI or Artificial Intelligence describes the intellect found in machines fueled by software. These software systems are often capable of creating a virtual perception of the surrounding environment and learn from it […]

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February 22, 2019
Job hunt for contractor

Job hunting tips for contractors 

Job hunting tips for contractors Whether you’re just starting out as a freelancer, or you’ve been doing it for years, job searching as a contractor can feel challenging. Freelancing is becoming increasingly popular, but it can still be difficult to […]

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February 18, 2019
freelancer working from home

Becoming a freelancer?

How to start working as a freelancer? Working as a freelancer is a great way to make money and improve your skills without committing all your time to one project or company. Freelancing your skills gives you the benefits of […]

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February 14, 2019
CV on a desk

Tips for a Standout CV

Top tips for writing a standout CV Your CV is your first chance to impress a recruiter, so you need to spend some time getting this right. Perfecting your application will stand you in good stead for getting shortlisted and […]

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February 11, 2019

What Makes A Good Social Media Campaign?

What Makes A Good Social Media Campaign? As business owners, consultants or contractors, we know that social media is necessary for successful marketing. The problem is, many of us have no idea where to start with setting up and running […]

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February 7, 2019
Interview Body Language

Interview tips to land your dream job

Interview tips to land your dream job Interviews represent a substantial component in the job application process. At this stage, your personality and skills are presented to your potential employers in a face to face engagement. During the conversation, the […]

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February 5, 2019
Preparing for an interview

Things to do before an interview

4 things you should do before every interview Nailing the interview starts long before you get into the meeting room. Thorough preparation beforehand will be the key to your success. Below we outline the four things you should do before […]

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February 1, 2019