12 Unmistakable Signs of a Toxic Work Culture

12 Unmistakable Signs of a Toxic Work Culture

November 7th, 2024

Toxic work environments are more common than most realize. A recent survey has found that 20% of workers say they work in a toxic environment (17% male, 22% female).  Do you work for a toxic…

How to Succeed in a Culture Like Netflix (And Others)

How to Succeed in a Culture Like Netflix (And Others)

August 13th, 2024

With approximately 270 million subscribers, Netflix is the world’s largest streaming service provider. It’s also a huge international employer. As of June 2024, it’s estimated to have about 16,000 employees across six continents.  In addition…

6 Virtual Meeting Faux Pas That Make You Look Unprofessional

6 Virtual Meeting Faux Pas That Make You Look Unprofessional

May 21st, 2024

No one wants to look unprofessional in virtual meetings, but it can happen, often without you even realizing it. With the prominence of meeting online with colleagues, clients, and other professionals, virtual meetings are now…

Are In-Office Workers More Likely to Receive Raises & Promotions?

Are In-Office Workers More Likely to Receive Raises & Promotions?

March 21st, 2024

Have you returned to the office or do you still work from home? This decision could affect your career moving forward. There are certain trade-offs to be expected when you choose to work remotely. One…

8 Tips to Stay Focused This December

8 Tips to Stay Focused This December

December 5th, 2023

Have you noticed it’s become more challenging to contrate at work lately? Have your thoughts been wandering? Thinking about the holidays, get-togethers, and some time off at the end of the year? You are not…

A Data-Backed Argument for Removing “Years of Experience” From Job Ads

A Data-Backed Argument for Removing “Years of Experience” From Job Ads

September 26th, 2023

What information do you include in your job ad? Any one of our legal recruiters in Toronto will tell you that you need to be as detailed as possible. The more information you provide about…

How to Get Hired During the Summer Slowdown

How to Get Hired During the Summer Slowdown

August 1st, 2023

The summer slowdown is officially here. It’s the time of the year when companies put hiring on hold or scale back. People are on vacation and companies are strategizing for the busy months ahead this…

How to Respond to the Dreaded “Tell Me About Yourself” in an Interview

How to Respond to the Dreaded “Tell Me About Yourself” in an Interview

April 6th, 2023

A job interview is a company’s opportunity to learn as much as possible about candidates on a professional and personal level. They want to find out if you have the qualifications to do the job…

Are Non-Compete Agreements Legal? Facts You Should Know

Are Non-Compete Agreements Legal? Facts You Should Know

February 7th, 2023

You’ve likely heard of non-compete agreements or contract clauses.  They are used by companies in many situations, with executive professionals in particular. But they have been used for all types of employees.  In your career,…