Studying in the field of accounting can provide a very rewarding career, as there are so many choices in the Financial Sector. Accounting is a field that will always be in demand and once you have completed your basic accounting qualification, the possibilities are endless. Almost every business requires an accountant and you could work in any sector, anywhere in the world. There is also a very good opportunity to set up as an independent sole practitioner, owning your own b

This week's Career Spotlight focusses on becoming a real estate agent and what you need to pursue it as a career. The property industry has become more professional in recent years and to make the conscious decision to become an estate agent as a career has become a viable option. The industry has put measures in place to ensure that the conduct of the Estate Agent (EA) is professional and that they operate with integrity. The school subjects are not restrictive in any way, b

Today we are exploring the world of religious leaders. We know them as preachers standing on a pulpit on Sundays and interpreting the Word of God to their congregations. Sometimes it can seem like preachers only work on Sundays, but that is far from the truth. Let’s have a look at what church leaders do during the week. Preachers are the leaders and managers of their churches and are responsible for attending and leading meetings with church leaders; helping members of the co

In this episode we will explore what it takes to become a doctor. We hope this will shed some light from an insider point of view. This podcast is a new endeavour for us and we welcome any comments that will help us improve our episodes, so let us know what you think! Many students dream of becoming a doctor, helping people, saving lives. Shows on TV such as Grey’s Anatomy, House MD, and Binnelanders portray being a doctor as glamorous, exciting, and rich. It’s no wonder so m

Welcome to our very first episode of "Career Spotlight"! In this first episode we explore one of the most popular jobs in South Africa: Teachers. The objective of this series is to introduce high school students to the many jobs out there and to give them a better idea of what each career really does on a day-to-day basis. Did this video shed some light on teachers that you didn't know? Tell us what you think! Remember, this is our very first podcast and we'd love to hear fro

It is always interesting to see which jobs are the most sought after. A lot of the time we get stuck, thinking that our job is the best or that everyone would want to have a job like yours (unless you hate your job, in which case you think that of the job you envy most). It's not surprising that parents often push their children towards a certain carer path, either consciously or unconsciously. A quick google search indicated the most sought after jobs in South Africa and the

Hello Everyone, My goodness but this year is flying by! A few months ago we were settling into the new academic year and here we are, moving into "subject choice" season already! There is an age-old question that parents and teachers have long wrestled with, “How DO I give my child the correct guidance when choosing their career? Should we guide children towards a career where employment prospects are sound or allow them to follow their passion?” In my opinion, the answe

Decisions, decisions, decisions... A little while ago my friend’s 5-year-old son shared his new dream with me. He has decided that he wants to work at McDonald's. A little probing revealed that the reason for his career choice was the perks. You see, Happy Meal toys are very popular among 5-year-olds, so what better way to spend one’s working life than to surround yourself with toys? Bright young man indeed! While I’m sure that few (if any) of your children share Connor’s dre