Business
How South Africa Ranks In Terms Of Average Working Hours Per Week
26 Apr 2022 by Tayla / No Comments
South Africans are toiling away in the higher range of the average working hours per week compared to the rest of the world.
The Story Behind How Apple Got Its Name
25 Apr 2022 by Tayla / No Comments
There’s Microsoft, NVIDIA, IBM, AMD, Atari, and then there’s Apple – a brand name that sticks out from the rest.
SA Tech Company Just Scored Massive US Funding
23 Feb 2022 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The cash injection was announced yesterday, with the company saying the funding will be used to expand its footprint in the US.
Latest Country To Join Four-Day Workweek Movement Has Strong Message For Bosses
16 Feb 2022 by Tayla / No Comments
In addition to having a shorter workweek approved, employers will also be allowed to switch their phones off after work and ignore their bosses without consequence.
No Surprise Who Tops The World’s Most Valuable Brands List This Year
27 Jan 2022 by Tayla / No Comments
Judging by the Brand Finance Global 500 report for 2022, some have fared better than others.
One Step Closer To The Four-Day Workweek Dream
18 Jan 2022 by Tayla / No Comments
If there is anything good that has come out of the gruelling COVID-19 pandemic, it has to be that how, where, and for how long we work has changed drastically, making this new working model all the more plausible.
You Could Soon Know Exactly How Much Your Boss Is Making
29 Sep 2021 by Tayla / No Comments
A new bill is being introduced that will force companies to be more transparent about the difference between the lowest- and highest-paid employees.
CNA At War With Former CEO
01 Jun 2021 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
At the centre of the struggling stationery company’s woes is former CEO Benjamin Trisk, who is now threatening legal action after the latest developments.
SA’s Most Valuable Brands Revealed
27 May 2021 by Tayla / No Comments
Brand Finance’s recently released 2021 annual report reveals the most valuable and strongest brands in South Africa.
It’s All Gone Rather Pear-Shaped At CNA
18 May 2021 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
After well over 100 years in the game, CNA is under extreme stress as unpaid bills mount and “a power battle among executives” plays out.
Working From Home Worth 8% Pay Rise – But It’s Not All Roses
15 Feb 2021 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Nicholas Bloom, an economist at Stanford University, recently wrapped up a study based on months of surveys of more than 20 000 Americans.
End Of The Road For Musica
28 Jan 2021 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
For decades, Musica has been the country’s leading music and entertainment retail brand, but that run has come to an abrupt end.
How Carolyn Rafaelian Lost $900m In Less Than Two Years
26 Oct 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Former billionaire Carolyn Rafaelian went from one of Forbes’ ‘Richest Self-Made Women’ in 2017 to being fired from her own company.
How Some South African Businesses Survived The Pandemic
06 Oct 2020 by Damon Sivitilli / No Comments
Businesses the world over are under a lot of strain during this pandemic period. Some have had to close their doors permanently, whilst others have downsized significantly.
Looking For Work In SA? These Skills Are In High Demand
16 Sep 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Career Junction’s latest report reveals some interesting insight into which skills are most sought after in South Africa right now.
Cape BMW Branch Claims Innocence Over ‘Whites Only’ Job Ad
14 Sep 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
An advert posted by a recruitment agency has landed the Sean McCarthy Group in hot water with the EFF.
How To Obtain Bar Codes For Your Business
14 Sep 2020 by Damon Sivitilli / No Comments
Here are the ways and means in which to obtain bar codes for use in your business, and different ways you can use them to modernise your company.
Distell Counts Lost Billions From Alcohol Sales Ban
27 Aug 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
We’re starting to get a taste of the knock-on effects of the ban on the sale of alcohol during the lockdown.
They’ve Caught The Fraudster Behind SA’s Massive Data Breach
20 Aug 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Yesterday, news broke that Experian suffered a massive data breach, that placed millions of South Africans’ personal information at risk.
The Staggering Amount Of Money Consol Loses Every Day During The Alcohol Sales Ban
06 Aug 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
The continued ban on the sale of alcohol is costing both the alcohol industry and external suppliers millions per day.
Women Are Creating Fake Male Assistants To Help Them Out
31 Jul 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
It’s 2020, and some women feel the need to invent ‘men’ to help them navigate the systemic sexism that they encounter at work.
It’s Going From Bad To Worse Over At Boeing
30 Jul 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Boeing has been struggling to claw back profits, and the past few months have seen the financial woes deepen.
2020’s Most Valuable Brands In South Africa
09 Jul 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Brand Finance’s latest review reveals the strongest and most valuable brands in South Africa.
Inspired Social Media Efforts Shine Spotlight On Local Businesses
01 Jul 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Supporting local businesses is more important now than ever, and one fantastic initiative is helping to shine a light and get the word out.
How Much It Will Cost For Meghan And Harry To Make A Speech
25 Jun 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
After waiting for the smoke to clear following #Megxit, Harry and Meghan will now be raking in some serious cash on the speech circuit.
Five Tips For Bosses Trying To Manage Staff Remotely
18 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Company culture is key to keeping your employees motivated, which is why it’s important to keep it alive while working remotely.
Employee Salary Cuts – Your Rights Explained
12 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Attorney Megan Harrington-Johnson unpacks your rights if your employer is talking about salary cuts.
Want To Operate Your Business In Alert Level 4? Here’s How To Get Your Certificate
07 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
A number of businesses have been allowed to open their doors during alert level four, provided they have a certificate.
Five Major Challenges Businesses Face When Going Global
04 Mar 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Congrats – your business is off the ground, killing the competition, and has the potential to go global. Now what?
Dismal Woolworths Profits Down By Double Figures
21 Feb 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Woolworths is struggling to keep earnings up, as it battles load shedding, economic constraints, and more fashion faux pas.
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