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Consulting in South Africa – what to expect

Tom Spencer

Since consulting firms still utilize an “up or out” policy, this creates space for new recruits even during a period of economic downturn. Consultants should expect their time management skills to be tested and sharpened. South Africa had more than 2 million SMEs in 2016.

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For Some Platforms, Network Effects Are No Match for Local Know-How

Harvard Business

In 2016 the company sold its China operation to Didi Chuxing because of the fierce competitiveness of the local player. We respect the hyper-local culture in places we operate,” Tan said. Recruit Holdings started out in the 1960s as an advertising company that published magazines for job seekers.