South AfricaSunday, 13 September · 11:15
The Braai Is Officially a Workplace Skill
A South African recruitment firm says candidates who list braaiing as a hobby are more likely to be shortlisted for client-facing roles. Hiring managers described it as shorthand for patience, hosting and the ability to hold a conversation for three hours. Critics say it quietly favours a very specific kind of applicant.
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What is the one skill on your CV that has nothing to do with your job but everything to do with who you are?
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Who is the best braai master you know, and what makes them the best?
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Is braai culture inclusive, or is it a club with its own rules?
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