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I know why you are here- you have just decided to return to the workforce after a long career break and are stuck on how to increase your chance of getting your desired job role. Don’t worry; this article will guide you on confidently navigating the job market in 2025 after a break. While deciding […]

Today’s global job market has many opportunities, especially for professionals in various job sectors. Still, only a few of them are being harnessed because many professionals find it challenging to own this space. Of course, it is one thing to have years of experience, technical prowess and a wealth of accomplishments, and it is another

With the constant evolution of technological tools in today’s job world, digital skills are essential. It is possible that even as a skilled professional, you were not exposed to these tools when you started your career, and as a result, you may feel overwhelmed, but you do not have to feel this way.  You can

2025 is just starting, but I know you are eager to tick off “Get a Job” from your list of goals for the year. While this eagerness may be a good thing as it challenges you to kick off action towards achieving that goal, you need to know that one crucial skill that would play

With the rise in remote jobs and rapid economic development, virtual assistants are gradually becoming highly sought-after. According to Invedus, the number of virtual assistants worldwide is estimated to reach 8.4 million by 2028.  Lately, if you have been browsing the internet or scrolling through job websites, there is a high probability that the term

In today’s constantly advancing landscape, remote work quickly becomes a fundamental job market division. While this flexibility opens opportunities for job seekers worldwide, employers do not seek to hire just “anyone” because they understand that working remotely requires more than knowing what to do. They are usually more interested in how you do what you

Think of it this way- you are fresh out of school or maybe starting your career journey after a period of unemployment, and every job offer you come across keeps highlighting “years of experience” as a criteria for applying, do you think you would ever get integrated into the workforce? No, you won’t because every

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, remote work has transformed from a perk to a necessity, especially as businesses across the globe embrace flexibility, innovation, and efficiency. With this shift comes a growing demand for professionals with digital skills that align with the future of work. As we look ahead to 2024, four key digital skills

The digital era has transformed career opportunities for literate professionals across Africa, and one of the most accessible and flexible roles is that of a Virtual Assistant (VA). This guide will walk you through the steps to becoming a VA and how programs at I-Train Africa and the Skilled For Work Academy (SFW), founded by

Stay at home mums are mothers who choose to stay and focus on managing their kids and the home, rather than pursuing a career outside the home. It’s a role that requires great and huge sacrifices as they juggle and handle multiple responsibilities in the home. They take bigger responsibilities in nurturing the kids and