Small and medium-sized businesses across South Africa are facing a hidden cost when it comes to recruitment. New research from Job Crystal reveals that SMEs spend an average of 33 hours on every hire – almost a full working week that could otherwise be spent growing the business, winning new clients, and increasing revenue. With a single job advert attracting

Hiring has quietly become one of the biggest hidden costs facing South African SMEs. While many business owners focus on recruitment fees, the real expense often comes from the time spent reviewing applications, screening candidates, and managing a lengthy hiring process. According to insights shared by Job Crystal CEO Sasha Knott on The Money Show, SMEs spend an average of

New insights from Job Crystal reveal that South African SMEs are spending close to a full working week on every hire, with business owners often sacrificing valuable revenue-generating time to manage the recruitment process themselves. In a market where a single job advert can attract hundreds of applications, screening CVs, shortlisting candidates, conducting interviews, and checking references can quickly become

South Africa’s labour laws were introduced with good intentions – to protect workers, improve job security and create fairer workplaces. But according to a recent opinion piece, some labour reforms may also have had unintended consequences for small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs), which are responsible for a significant share of the country’s employment and economic activity. The article explores how

New insights from Job Crystal reveal that 48% of South African professionals believe their salaries do not accurately reflect the work they do. Despite average salaries reaching record highs in some sectors, many employees still report feeling financially stretched and are living paycheque to paycheque. The findings highlight significant salary differences across regions and industries. Johannesburg salaries continue to outpace

Attracting and retaining top talent has become increasingly challenging for South African employers, yet many businesses are still making salary decisions without access to reliable market data. As competition for skilled professionals intensifies, salary benchmarking is emerging as one of the most effective ways to ensure compensation remains competitive, fair, and aligned with industry expectations. Recent insights highlighted by Job

Despite average salaries reaching record highs in South Africa, many professionals still feel financially stretched. New insights reveal that 48% of South Africans believe their pay does not accurately reflect the work they do, highlighting a growing disconnect between salary expectations and financial realities. For employers, this presents a significant challenge. In a competitive hiring market, salary benchmarking has become

The distance between where South Africans live and where they work is having a growing impact on both mobility and employment decisions. In this article, Job Crystal CEO Sasha Knott shares insights into how lengthy commutes are affecting job seekers, particularly in a challenging economic climate where transport costs can significantly influence employment opportunities. For many candidates, access to reliable

When innovation meets purpose, magic happens. RecTech – short for recruitment technology – has come a long way in South Africa. From manual CV sorting and endless spreadsheets to smart, AI-powered systems that match talent in seconds, the industry’s evolution has been nothing short of remarkable. And now, it’s clear that South African companies are not just keeping up –

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