Have you seen a mistake in your CV? Have you been going about it the wrong way? Today, I shall address some of the questions you have asked in the last month. Juma asks, “How should I list my education and professional background? Is it from the most recent or the oldest? Also, if I have…
Have you seen a mistake in your CV? Have you been going about it the wrong way? Today, I shall address some of the questions you have asked in the last month. Juma asks, “How should I list my education and professional background? Is it from the most recent or the oldest? Also, if I have…
Smoke curls from the wooden shed as sizzling hot oil in the deep-frying pan quickly turns the red white reddish fish into an inviting, golden brown delicacy. Customers munch the delicacy sitting at the lone form inside the shed while others stand outside waiting for the trader to wrap up their purchase so that they…
1. Practical Accounting, QuickBooks Training & Career Mentorship Program Have you been applying for accounting jobs and not getting interviews? Are you a qualified CPA or Bcom professional but lack accounting work experience? Do you know how to file VAT, P.AY.E, N.S.S.F, N.H.I.F, withholding tax and other taxes? Do you work in an accounting department…
By Audrey Korir As 2019 comes to a close, what are your end year goals in regards to your career? Is it time to make a career switch? Have you finally decided to find a new job? You need to ensure that you have made the right career decisions come 2020, to steer it in…
What do employers want in a project manager? Project management is an essential skill for any employee in today’s modern workplace. At some point in your career, you’ll likely be tasked with the successful execution of a project. It is a complex and competitive field, if you are not sure where to start here are…
By Audrey Korir As the year comes to an end, you are finally ready to change jobs. After all the anxious nights and frustrating days, the decision is in; you need a new job! Great move! But before you pull out your CV from the forgotten pile and start dusting it off, here are some…
As an accounting professional, how employable are you? How engaging are your skills, experience, and qualifications? Have you been sending your CV to employers and recruitment agencies but you don’t hear back from them? Here is what employers are looking for; 1. Education and Certification In most accounting jobs, it is a requirement for you…
James was so excited when he landed his first job two years ago. He had been unemployed for almost three years and this new opportunity was something he looked forward to. He recently walked into my office wanting guidance on his career. Eight months after landing the job, James realized he did not like it….
The year is just about to end. Have you earned enough CPD points for your HR membership renewal? Whether you are looking to earn enough CPD points for your renewal or you want to learn practical HR skills that you can apply, we have three trainings for you scheduled on 27th, 28th and 29th November….
Recently a client sent me an email saying that his referees made him lose out on a job opening. After his second interview with the hiring company, he got a call stating that all that was left were the formalities from his referees. A day later a regret call came in. The company had decided…
Are you an avid online shopper? Does the thought of purchasing multiple items at crazy discounts excite you? If you are a conscious consumer, then I am sure you have been saving up and eagerly waiting for this year’s Black Friday sales. Now that it is finally here, you shouldn’t miss out on anything! This…
Does that the thought of speaking before a crowd or group of people make you shudder? Speaking in public is not an easy task but with the right skills fear and nervousness will never hold you back. Think of the times in your professional life that you were asked to give a speech at a…
By Perminus Wainaina With the holidays around the corner, you’re probably deciding to put your job search on hold until the new year. The job market notoriously slows down during the holidays because lots of people are planning family vacations and trips home and are not looking to make a move until after the New…
By Audrey Korir When applying for jobs, a common request among employers is for you to provide a list of professional references on your CV. After your first interview, the references could be a key component of whether you get the job offer. What is a list of references? It includes people who your…
Have you just seen the job of your dreams and need to apply for it? Great! But before you can actually hit send on your application, you need to ensure your CV has the desired effect. Even if you’re rightly qualified for a position, you could get passed over when the employer is shortlisting. When…