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Welcome back to another week, WMADians! Mondays can sometimes feel like a mountain to climb, especially when you’re on the hunt for your dream job. But remember, every journey starts with a single step, and every success story begins with determination. So, let’s kick-start this week with a dose of motivation to keep you moving … Continue Reading

Have you considered that the key to success might lie in your presentation? It’s not just about submitting your CV; it’s about how you deliver it to the employer or agency. Your introductory email, the language you use, even the font you choose—all of these play a crucial role in making a positive impression right … Continue Reading

Adopt a sponcee! WMAD Group and our amazing sponsorship programme assist our unemployed members with Pro bono services on a daily basis, we could not do this without our sponsors, who we LOVE, as they help us change lives. If you want to sponsor a member for any of our services, please email heidi@wmad.co.za or … Continue Reading

Amidst the threat of war, a pandemic, loadshedding and more, I overcame obstacles, we all did, and this all to celebrate joyously. 450 Very Powerful Women in the room for the Annual Awards 2022, celebrated at the The Indaba Hotel, Conference Centre & Spa | Johannesburg. The evening was electric, the dresses were amazing! Beauty … Continue Reading

I have been nominated as a finalist for the category Entrepreneur of the year 2022. On the 25th January, the finalists were adjudicated via Zoom. It gives us pleasure to introduce your esteem panel of Adjudicators. Shereen Hunter, CEO of Hunter Group. Experienced Business Owner with a demonstrated history of working in the management consulting … Continue Reading

Between searching for jobs, sending in applications, doing phone screens, and going on interviews, there is a lot to keep track of when your job hunting. Add that to the sheer number of positions you will likely be applying to, and it is easy to lose track of things along the way. A spreadsheet puts … Continue Reading

Always close the interview on a positive note, even if you did not think that it went that well. The interviewer may have thought otherwise Confirm your strengths and the reason why you will be an asset to the company If you really want the job, ASK FOR IT If the job is offered to … Continue Reading

Writing a strong CV is important, but it is also hard. You might have heard that some people hire a CV writer, or maybe you have seen ads for CV writing services promising a free professional review of your CV. It is tempting—especially if you are desperate for a new job or your search has … Continue Reading