Palesa Magadla – Ziyana Business Consulting and Training (Pty) Ltd

Why Use a Talent Sourcing Agency for your hiring needs during Covid19

Palesa Magadla — Fri, 10 Jul 2020 12:12:41 +0000

With many companies restructuring due to the Covid19 crises, the need for organisations to access critical skills is crucial. The majority of the country’s industries have opened up as the lockdown restrictions are being gradually lifted but the world of work is not as it was before the lockdown. The sooner companies adjust to how things will be done going forward, the greater their chances of survival. This is where the assistance of talent sourcing agencies come in.

One of the greatest benefits of hiring through a talent sourcing agency is faster hiring. We have a readily available database of talent to reduce the amount of time it takes to draft a job profile, advertise the position on job boards and then sift through applications. Our talent pool at Ziyana Business Consulting and Training spans across industries such as Banking, Human resources, Accounting, Management and Operations, Information Technology, various engineering sectors, Sales and Marketing, as well as Logistics. This means we are well connected in these industries and we can quickly source candidates that meet your organisations requirements.

Talent sourcing agencies allow access to top talent. Our candidates are pre-screened and interviewed before-hand so you can be certain that their skills, experience and qualifications match the requirements of the client. Our candidates are also briefed and prepped for the face-to-face interviews with the client, or rather virtual interviews seeing that we are currently going through a global pandemic that requires social distancing.

Each client is a priority and receives individual attention. We take away the administration burden by only sending through shortlisted candidates that meet the requirements and also fit into the culture of the organisation. A lot of top talent is passive and not on job boards but they are willing to hear about new opportunities. Our focus is on building relationships with top talent so that they are available when clients present them with opportunities.

Ziyana Business Consulting and Training is affiliated with the federation of African professional staffing organisations (APSO), which is a governing body that ensure that all recruiters affiliated with the federation uphold high standards of integrity and professionalism at all times.

Choosing the Perfect Time to Make a Career Move

Palesa Magadla — Sun, 19 Apr 2020 19:57:28 +0000

Everybody gets to a point in their life where they have to make serious decisions regarding their career. A career move could simply mean moving to a different department within your current organisation, moving to a different organisation or the more complicated option of changing to a completely different industry. Any kind of career move can be stressful so adequate planning and preparation is required to ensure that the process runs as smooth as possible.

Tips for a successful career move:

Ask yourself why you want to make the move

The most common reason why people want to make a career change is the prospect of a higher salary. Understandably, as the cost of living continues to rise, more and more people are looking for opportunities to make more money to keep up with their lifestyle. There is nothing wrong with wanting a higher salary but if a salary increment is your only motivation for making a career move, you put yourself in a position where you could be moving to an environment that is not a cultural or moral fit for you. Job seekers tend to not research the culture of the organisation that they want to work for. Better work-life balance, seeking a new challenge, wanting to be valued, and change of location are also common reasons why people want to make a career move.

What is the ideal environment for you? How does your potential new environment fit into that ideal?

People often overlook the importance of moving to an organisation that is the right cultural fit. Being in an environment where you feel valued will motivate you to perform at your best. Glassdoor is a website where current and former employees anonymously review companies. You can search for your potential employer and read what others have to say about that company. If there are any red flags, you may want to reconsider pursuing a position in that particular organisation.

Are you sure that you’re not just having a bad day or a bad week?

Workplace disagreements can make you want to leave your current workplace but it is important to avoid making an impulsive decision. Ask yourself if you would still want to leave if that specific incidence did not happen. Most companies have procedures in place to allow employees to voice their grievances, if that path does not resolve anything then you can look into making a change.

Make sure that your timing is right

Timing is crucial when you are thinking about making a career move. Only make the move once you have secured your next job, keep in mind that some employers still hold a negative view about career gaps. Avoid making a premature move that could have a negative financial impact on you or induce stress. Choose a time when you are not dealing with another life event, for example pregnancy, examinations or illness. The right timing will also help in avoiding having to take time off too soon after you start your new job. Your career should be your main focus at the time.

Up skill

You can never go wrong with learning a new skill. Technology now offers people a number of convenient ways to learn new skills and gain knowledge. Research the type of skills you will need in your new position. Look into online courses that will help you gain these skills, as well as affordable service providers in your area, especially if you are looking to move to a different industry.

Get Networking

Studies have revealed that networking is one of the best methods to gain access to employment opportunities. Connect with industry people by attending events that are industry related and update your social media pages such as linkedIn, it is a great way to stay up to date with industry news and build your network.

Leave in a positive light

The last thing you want to do is leave your current employers with a negative opinion of you. Serve your notice period with the same diligence you’ve shown throughout your time with the company. Another thing to note is that voluntarily leaving your current employer could compromise your eligibility for unemployment benefits. Research the terms and conditions of unemployment benefits such as the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) so you can make an informed decision.

Change can be terrifying but the rewards have often proven to be satisfying. Make sure that you have a clear vision of the direction that you want to take in your career, write a detailed list of all the tasks you need to do to achieve this goal, and put in the work to get there.

Job hunting during the Covid19 crisis: How possible is it?

Palesa Magadla — Fri, 03 Apr 2020 11:20:06 +0000

With the Covid19 virus spreading rapidly across the globe, the impact is not only being felt by large corporates and small businesses but by job seekers as well. Many companies are going through retrenchments and vacant positions are being put on hold; some indefinitely. Seeing that employers are uncertain about the future after the lockdown, where does this leave people who are currently on the job market?

We must remember that job hunting was not easy even before the pandemic but being proactive in your job search is crucial during this time. Relying on job boards is not going to be as effective anymore because many vacancies are no longer being advertised so it’s important that you interact with recruiters and hiring managers, LinkedIn is a great platform to search for recruiters in your field and build relationships with them. Relationship building is going to put you on the top of the list when positions do become available again. Use this time to work on your online presence, share industry content on LinkedIn, research all the trends in your field and keep up to date with how companies in your industry are dealing with covid19, also update all your social media pages and make sure your CV is up to date.

There are some positives though, employers are moving into the virtual space, making it possible to have video interviews via Skype and panel interviews via Zoom or Microsoft Teams. Virtual interviews will continue even after the Covid19 virus to cut costs and reduce turnaround time when it comes to shortlisting and placing candidates, make sure that you have access to a reliable cell phone and/or reliable internet.

This is a difficult time for job seekers but your attitude will determine how well you handle the challenges and it will affect the outcome of your job search. Remember to look after your mental health as well, take a break when you need to and make time for things outside of job hunting. It is very possible to find employment during the pandemic, it just requires patience and effort.