4 Telltale Signs of a Good Headhunter

4 Telltale Signs of a Good Headhunter

November 5th, 2015

You have to know how to tell the good recruiters from the bad ones, before you link up your brand with a recruiter’s brand. The following provides you with a number of signs to watch out for when comparing recruiters.

What Does the New Liberal Majority Government Mean for the Job Market?

What Does the New Liberal Majority Government Mean for the Job Market?

November 3rd, 2015

A change in government could re-energize companies’ confidence in the economy, and this new spending mindset by the Liberals could have a filter down effect, resulting in companies investing in new hires in the coming year.

Recruiter-Proof Your Business: Give Feedback

Recruiter-Proof Your Business: Give Feedback

October 30th, 2015

75% of managers always/sometimes discuss employee career development – only 38% of employees agree. A major area where employee engagement can break down is unclear job expectations, particularly in how success will be measured and what the feedback loop is. In step 3 we discuss how to improve the feedback loop (hint: annual performance appraisals are NOT the answer) and how regular feedback can help you not only keep your top employees from leaving but also improve your corporate ROI.

4 SIMPLE Yet EFFECTIVE Ways to Improve Your Marketing Skills

4 SIMPLE Yet EFFECTIVE Ways to Improve Your Marketing Skills

October 29th, 2015

There is no room for complacency in marketing. The industry continues to change and evolve at a rapid pace, and marketing professionals need to stay on top of their game and develop new skills if they want to grow their career.

Can I Lie Myself Into a Higher Salary? (video)

Can I Lie Myself Into a Higher Salary? (video)

October 27th, 2015

He claimed during one interview that he was making $70,000 when he was actually paid just $45,000 – and secured a $68,000 offer”. That got us thinking… is he right? Can you lie yourself into a job?

3 Key Ways to Get the Most Out of Working with a Headhunter

3 Key Ways to Get the Most Out of Working with a Headhunter

October 23rd, 2015

Understanding how to work with a headhunter will not only improve the efficiency of the process, it will also ensure you find the right person for the job – reducing the odds of having to repeat the process again a few months down the road.

5 Alarming Reasons Finance Professionals Get Fired

5 Alarming Reasons Finance Professionals Get Fired

October 22nd, 2015

No one wants to get fired, but it happens, and for a variety of reasons. In an era where almost any professional is replaceable and can be replaced at a moment’s notice, finance and accounting professionals need to be on top of their game.

How to Dress for Career Success and Land Your Dream Job

How to Dress for Career Success and Land Your Dream Job

October 20th, 2015

While they say it’s what’s inside that counts, it is not the only thing that matters when looking to advance your career. First impressions matter, and one of the first things a potential employer, client, recruiter or colleague will notice is how you dress and how you present yourself.

Top 4 OVERLOOKED Advantages of a Marketing Career

Top 4 OVERLOOKED Advantages of a Marketing Career

October 16th, 2015

A career in marketing can mean many different things. Your job could involve anything from more traditional marketing tasks such as working on print ads, magazines, and promotions, to the ever-evolving realm of digital marketing where you could find yourself working as a social media expert, content marketer, website manager, SEO specialist, or even an online advertising guru. The diverse nature of marketing careers is what makes it appealing to so many.

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