Global Z-Data - Staff Profile - Candice Haywood

Job Description:  Operations Manager
Born: Durban

Have you always lived in Durban?         Yes, I'm Durban born and bred.My family spent a few years in Botswana but otherwise I've been in
                                                                     my whole life.

What career aspirations did you           They changed from day to day depending on my influences at the time. One day I'd want to be a
have growing up?                                    ballerina, the next a game ranger. I was equally undecided when I finished school so I took a gap 
                                                                     year to think about what I really wanted to study.

What conclusions did you reach?         A couple of months into my gap year, I decided to get a job just to keep me occupied and make a little 
                                                                     money. I started working for a telecommunications company and this temporary job lasted five years!

What persuaded you to move               The job sounded interesting and I liked the company. There's a really friendly atmosphere and I
to Z-Data?                                                   thought that it would be a good opportunity to expand my skills.

So are the studies on hold now?         No, I'm studying for a BComm through UNISA and learning on the job everyday. I think that I.T. attracts
                                                                     people who are inquisitive and like to learn new things. At Z-Data every staff member is encouraged 
                                                                     to improve and update their skills and I'm impressed by the company's commitment to continuing 
                                                                     professional development.

What's your ideal holiday?                     Anywhere in the bush. When I lived in Botswana I loved the peace and quiet and the wildlife. 
                                                                     It's the perfect antidote to the stresses of modern life. If I could go anywhere right now, I think I would
                                                                     choose Geneva. I'm not sure why, it's just always appealed to me and I'd like to see it.

How do you relax after a busy              I love going to movies and would go every night if I could. I like comedies and sci-fi movies that 
week?                                                       entertain you and take you to another world for a few hours.