Making a Lasting Impression During an Interview Making a strong impression in an interview is very important for you to be different from other applicants. Here are some successful methods that can help make sure your impact lasts long: 1. Prepare Thoroughly:Before you go to the interview, do a lot of studying about the company and its job role. Make sure that you know their principles, way of working and recent changes they’ve made. This information helps in adjusting your answers suitably and showing true enthusiasm.2. Dress Appropriately:The way you look is important. When you dress in a professional manner,…
3 Top Tips for Staying positive during your job search ๐ ๐ฏ ๐ง๐ผ๐ฝ ๐ง๐ถ๐ฝ๐ ๐ณ๐ผ๐ฟ ๐ฆ๐๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ฃ๐ผ๐๐ถ๐๐ถ๐๐ฒ ๐๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ฌ๐ผ๐๐ฟ ๐๐ผ๐ฏ ๐ฆ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ฐ๐ต! ๐ As a recruiter, I have personally experienced how hard it can be to find work. You might feel strained or let down easily, but keeping an optimistic attitude may completely change the situation. Here are my top three tips to help candidates stay upbeat during their search:๐ญ. ๐๐ฒ๐น๐ฒ๐ฏ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐๐ฒ ๐ฆ๐บ๐ฎ๐น๐น ๐ช๐ถ๐ป๐ ๐Searching for a job is like running a marathon, not doing a quick run. You might have just updated your CV, made connection with new persons or even…
Everyone is a Genius at heart! ๐ ๐๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ผ๐ป๐ฒ ๐ถ๐ ๐ฎ ๐๐ฒ๐ป๐ถ๐๐! ๐ “Everyone is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will spend its whole life believing it is stupid.” – Albert Einstein This quote resonates deeply with me when thinking about recruitment.Regularly, we restrict applicants using traditional qualifications or experiences as a basis, not paying attention to their individual skills and unique potential.In the hiring process, instead of trying to fit applicants into already established models, you should try to understand their unique abilities.When we accept different ways of thinking…
Celebrating 5 Years of Excellence with DataTech Recruitment ๐ ๐๐ฒ๐น๐ฒ๐ฏ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ฑ ๐ฌ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ ๐ผ๐ณ ๐๐ฎ๐๐ฎ๐ง๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ต ๐ฅ๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ฟ๐๐ถ๐๐บ๐ฒ๐ป๐! ๐ Today marks a significant milestone as we celebrate our 5th anniversary! Over the past five years, we have proudly connected talented IT professionals with leading companies, helping to shape the future of the tech industry.A heartfelt thank you to our clients, candidates, and dedicated team members who have been part of this journey. Your trust and support have been invaluable!Hereโs to many more years of successful partnerships and exciting opportunities ahead! ๐ฅSee our Vacancies hereFollow us on LinkedIn here PrevPreviousThe Rise of Interview Proxies:…
The Rise of Interview Proxies: An astonishing trend In todayโs rapidly evolving job market, where speed and efficiency are paramount, I find it astonishing that some companies are entertaining the practice of “interview proxies.” For those unfamiliar, this involves hiring someone else to take an interview on behalf of a candidate.While the pressure to secure top talent is understandable, resorting to proxies raises several ethical and practical questions. ๐ค๐ย ๐๐ป๐๐ฒ๐ด๐ฟ๐ถ๐๐ ๐ผ๐ณ ๐๐ต๐ฒ ๐๐ถ๐ฟ๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ผ๐ฐ๐ฒ๐๐:ย The essence of an interview is to gauge a candidateโs skills, personality, and fit within a companyโs culture. If a proxy is answering these questions, how can employers…
IT Recruitment Agency of the Year 2024 – Southern Africa DataTech Recruitment, a top professional services company that focuses on Executive Search, Headhunting and Recruitment, is glad to share the news that it has been recognized as the IT Recruitment Agency of the Year 2024 – Southern Africa by AI Business Excellence Awards. The AI Business Excellence Awards hold great prestige in the business world, honouring excellence attained across different business sectors and areas. Among many strong contenders, DataTech Recruitment was declared winner in the IT Recruitment Agency section for Southern Africa this year. The awards highlight organisations that have…
Exciting news for job seekers in South Africa! Are you on the hunt for a new and exciting career opportunity? Look no further! I’ve got you covered with the top 5 tips for job searching in South Africa. โจ 1๏ธโฃ Polish your CV to perfection: Your CV is your first impression, so make it count! Highlight your skills, experience, and qualifications that are relevant to the job you’re applying for. Please don’t just have generic duties without specifying what you are doing.2๏ธโฃ Network like a pro: In South Africa, networking is key! Attend industry events, join professional groups, and connect…
Before You Publish: Uncommon Considerations for Hiring Triumph Finding suitable candidates to fill a vacant position can be a challenging task for any organization. There are several considerations that companies must ponder upon when initiating recruitment for an available position. Team Dynamics Companies must consider the dynamics of the team when seeking to fill a vacant position. The prospective employee should be able to collaborate effectively with current team members and seamlessly integrate into the corporate atmosphere. Involving team members in the hiring process, such as through interviews or soliciting their input on job descriptions and qualifications, can help ensure…
The Freelance Recruiter’s Journey: Powerful and Exciting Have you ever imagined yourself as the matchmaker in the corporate arena? No, not orchestrating blind datesโthough at times it feels remarkably similarโI refer to the art of aligning an ideal candidate with their dream position. Chantelle Vermeulenโa seasoned Recruiter at DataTech Recruitmentโexpertly unveils the nuances of this intricate dance.ย **The Freelance Recruiter’s Journey: A Chat with Chantelle Vermeulen**ย Freelance recruiting: the phrase conjures images of LinkedIn profiles, CVs โ not to mention the exhilaration of finding that perfect matchโbut what tales lie behind those emails and interviews? Chantelle Vermeulen enters: her name has become…
Interpreting Talent Acquisition and Retention: A Podcast Conversation Introduction: Therese Otten, who owns DataTech Recruitment – a top agency in the areas of recruitment, acquiring talent and keeping it, recently took part on a DNA podcast about this subject. In that webinar recording or episode, she talks about successful methods to overcome barriers as well as new ways for managing talents effectively. [Listen to the insightful podcast with Therese Otten here: Talent Acquisition and Retention Podcast] Meet Therese Otten: Let us first acquaint ourselves with Therese Otten before delving into the heart of the discussion. Serving as a dynamic force for DataTech Recruitment, Therese…