Skimmed Resumes – Make Yours Effective
"Practice makes perfect". This phrase can be applied to a lot of situations and, when it comes to reviewing a resume, it is quite true. After reviewing innumerable resumes and profiles, recruiters and hiring READ MORE-->
92,000 Hours in a Lifetime – Enjoying Your Job
Enjoying your Job is not a luxury; it is a practical way to boost performance, resilience, and long-term career satisfaction. If you are reassessing your direction, begin by asking whether you are truly enjoying READ MORE-->
Compatibility Great Employer or Blind Date Disaster
We all know how important compatibility is in our relationships. I remember a blind date years ago that was arranged by the guys at work - it did not take me long to recognize READ MORE-->
Keep Hiring Managers Interest
Getting invited to an interview for a position you have always wanted is exciting. But before you start the happy dance, are you sure that you are prepared to put your best foot forward? READ MORE-->
Relocation Exploration
Relocation can feel overwhelming. It’s more than a career move—it’s a life shift. And when multiple people are involved, from spouses to kids to aging parents, the decision-making process can stretch out, weighed down READ MORE-->
Protect Your Mental Health in the Workplace
The terms "Mental Health" and "Mental Illness" are often used interchangeably but they do refer to different things. A Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) article defines the two (January 13, 2020). Mental illness affects READ MORE-->
Career Path Planning – Be Strategic
This is the adult version of 'what do you want to be when you grow up'. You may have selected an industry but what now? Where do you see your career path going? Manager? READ MORE-->
Candidate Interviews: Missing the Mark with the Passive
When an employer posts a job online, the bulk of applications typically come from active candidates—those actively seeking work. These applicants are often ready to interview and eager to secure a new role. This READ MORE-->
Employee Attraction & Retention: Competing in a Changed Labour Market
The world of work has changed—and it’s not going back. The pandemic didn’t create the labour shortage. It simply accelerated trends that were already underway: declining birth rates, delayed immigration, and shifting workplace expectations. READ MORE-->
How to Deal with a Rescinded Job Offer
How to deal with a rescinded job offer: while it is disappointing, you have options. Here is how to respond constructively and keep your search moving.While it is common for an applicant to decline a READ MORE-->