Career Advice / Choices

  • On average, an employer spends 10 to 20 seconds scanning a prospective hire’s CV.
  • If you’ve applied for more than one position and have interviewed with several companies, it’s very possible that you left a lasting impression on more than one employer.
  • Do you believe working remotely reduces stress and helps achieve a better work-life balance?
  • Job fairs provide the opportunity to connect directly with employers in various industries (administration, sales, health care, etc.) at one convenient time and place.
  • No matter your career interests and availabilities, you can improve your chances of landing the right job by partnering with an employment agency.
  • First-time applicants, recent graduates entering the workforce, and people changing careers often face the same dilemma.
  • Social media is an extremely useful tool when searching for employment opportunities.
  • Being on time and confident aren’t the only keys to a successful job interview.
  • Ready for a career change, but not sure how to make the leap?
  • Much like your CV and cover letter, a well-constructed professional portfolio is instrumental in setting you apart from the competition.
  • Finding a Job is a Job in itself. Finding a new job to match your expectations involves both time and energy on your part.
  • Do you dread going to work every morning? Are your quality of life and even your health suffering because of it? Perhaps it’s time to think about a new career or at least a new job.
  • Whether out of financial need or professional ambition, polyworking has its advantages and disadvantages. It’s important to be well-informed before working several jobs at once. Here are some points to consider.
  • If you’ve never had a video job interview before, you might soon. Video interviews are on the rise, and according to Forbes.com six in 10 recruiters currently use video interviews to screen their candidates, and 66 per cent of candidates surveyed said it’s their preferred interview method.
  • You may have heard this before: ‘get a job in the trades – that’s where the jobs are!’ And you might have been thinking, ‘wait – I don’t want to be a plumber or mechanic!’
  • There are many reasons why young people look for summer jobs. Whether you want to make some extra spending money, or you’re saving for school, for many seasonal job seekers, cash is the main motivating factor. While making money is certainly an important aspect of getting a summer job, it shouldn...
  • There may have been a time when a simple resume and a handshake was enough to get a job, but today’s competitive market demands a bit more from applicants. In order to gain employment, or even the opportunity to be interviewed, you must first provide the employer with a job-specific resume and co...
  • Have you ever thought about ditching your day job and becoming a full-time writer or blogger? If you’re looking for a career change, the perks of freelancing can be pretty appealing.
  • Gift shopping, social gatherings, party planning, travel arrangements – with so much going on during the holiday season, it’s easy to get distracted while you’re at work, leading to excess stress and reduced productivity.
  • ’Tis the season to make some extra money! That’s right: the holidays aren’t near, they’re basically here – well, at least in the retail world.