Back in March, Kim Benedict, our CEO & Co-Founder of TalentMinded and the WITS Bootcamp, and Erika Van Noort, VP of Candidate and Employee Experience at Softchoice, met to discuss the ways in which our organizations are leading the way in connecting diverse talent with employers. Diversity as an Asset During our chat, we noted that while the tech sales industry has fallen behind when it comes to diversity and inclusion in its hiring practices, both Softchoice’s innovative recruiting methods and TalentMinded and The Revenue U’s  WITS Bootcamp are change-making initiatives. To date, Sof ..read more

The Talent Tsunami is c̶o̶m̶i̶n̶g̶ HERE. It’s time to rethink how you recruit and retain today’s in-demand roles. If you’re not, you should be. And here’s why. In a recent survey conducted by SHRM, they found that “more than half of employees surveyed in North America plan to look for a new job in 2021.” In a study by Prudential Financial’s Pulse of the American Worker survey, they found that “ 1 in 4 workers is planning to look for a new job when the threat of the pandemic decreases.” And finally, Toronto-based recognition software company Achievers discovered that 52% of North American worke ..read more

This past year has been challenging for everyone, especially employees. Now more than ever, thanking them for their hard work and dedication is paramount.  A recent survey from WorkHuman shows the importance of these recognition efforts. According to their research, 53.1% of employees said they’d like to see more employers incorporate more human moments and ‘thank yous’ into conversations, and 31% of employees said recognition directly impacts their motivation and overall success at work.  In the spirit of celebrating Employee Appreciation Day, we though ..read more

From indoor mapping technology to automation and visualization of complex clinical workflows, there are many exciting ways to get involved in the tech space in 2021.  Whether you are looking to develop innovative solutions that will improve people’s lives and their safety, or you want to have a say in how millions of Canadians view and receive their content, here are our Top 5 Innovative Companies Hiring now and for 2021. 1. Verto Health What they do: Verto is making a major impact in the Healthtech landscape. Their “Digital Twin” technology helps healthcare organizations ..read more

Written by: Paul Lupinacci Like most leaders I've worked with, I am a big proponent of conducting regular 1-on-1 meetings with my staff. As an Executive, I have 1-on-1's with my direct reports every week and with all of my team monthly. Over the years, I've developed a simple model that I think works very well - in person or remotely. The Goal of 1-on-1’s These encounters are a chance to develop trust and provide employees with direction and set expectations. Personal 1-on-1's are also an effective way to gauge the mood of the individual and (perhaps by proxy) the pulse of the organization. Th ..read more

Written by: Alex Reilly At our August (virtual) Women in Tech Sales Bootcamp, our cohort had the opportunity to spend time with four women in sales leadership roles at Vena Solutions. We heard firsthand on what it takes to succeed in sales, how to overcome obstacles, and move your way up the ranks. Here are some of the highlights and key takeaways from our discussion with this powerhouse panel including Lauren Hodson, Amber Bellaire, Marzia Anwar, and Nincy Mangaroo at Vena.   You don’t need a sales background to work in sales Great salespeople come from many different backgrounds an ..read more

No matter how woke you think you may be, unless you are a Black, Indigenous, or Person of Colour (BlPOC) who has been living this experience daily, the last few weeks have been a shocking reminder of how unequal - and outright appalling - the world still is. So you’ve posted #BlackLivesMatter, went silent on June 2nd, and read the latest from Barack Obama and Roxanne Gay. Now what? As leaders, entrepreneurs, organizers, and human beings, the power to do something- to share the power and create the space- truly is in your hands. The scenario isn’t about what we should do about diversifying hiri ..read more

As companies lean into a new normal of working from home and operating in a more virtual manner, job seekers are now preparing for video interviews instead of onsite visits. Rather than perfecting a firm handshake, candidates must pivot their focus toward improving their virtual etiquette and making a good first impression across the screen.  To prepare candidates for this virtual experience we’ve collected tips and tricks from our own hiring managers and have developed an etiquette guide to help you put your best virtual foot forward in the interview. Download the video conference softwa ..read more

Navigating COVID-19 During the Recruitment & Interview Process The safety and well-being of employees and their communities is a top priority for firms of all sizes during this pandemic situation. Companies are actively monitoring the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation and taking steps to reduce the spread of the virus through social distance and other strategies. As a result, the interview process is rapidly changing for candidates and hiring managers. We’ve put together a brief overview of common practices among companies and how you can prepare and keep safe through the interview process ..read more

How the women in tech sales bootcamp was born Our team recently caught up with CEO and Co-Founder at TalentMinded, Kim Benedict, on where the inspiration came from to develop The Women in Tech Sales Bootcamp - a groundbreaking intensive program that is shaking up the tech space in Toronto. Here’s what she had to say: Last Monday I attended the TechTO Sales Meetup at OneEleven. The turnout was great; kudos to the TechTO team for hosting another successful event! To be fully transparent, the TalentMinded team and I attended with one goal in mind - to recruit women to join our Women in Tech Sales ..read more