Tech companies are in the news for mass layoffs, but there are also many tech companies that are dedicated to hiring good talent, fast.    From startup to global tech giants, there is still room for you. Whether you’re already in tech, or looking to transition into this growing industry, tweak your resumes and send them to the companies who can’t wait to meet you.   Broadridge Broadridge is a public corporate services and financial technology company. They have over 5000 brands relying on them to deliver communications, tech, data, and intelligence solutions.   While they h ..read more

Interview questions are not meant to trick you, but it is easy to overthink when you’re trying to convince the company you are the best for the job.   At the end of the day, companies want to know if you’re qualified and a good fit for the team. That’s why some questions can seem tricky, awkward, or even nerve-wracking.   No matter what the question is, remember to be: Honest Confident Positive    Here are some tough interview questions you could encounter – and what to say to move on to the next round.   Why did you leave your last job? When you are asked this, the ..read more

Deciding to switch careers can be overwhelming, so it’s important to have people who can help you make that transition. Mentors are those people.    Take a look at who is in your corner now. This could be a manager, someone you worked with at a previous job, a friend who works in the industry or company you want to be at. From those examples alone, you have access to someone with leadership skills and influence, someone with a knowledge of your strengths and key abilities of their own, and someone with insights about where you want to be.    This is a great network that cou ..read more

When employees getting kicked off their VPN means they’ve been fired, it’s time to reconsider what you can offer your company.    These mass layoffs do not mean you are not a valuable employee. In fact, it’s not your fault. Employers are trying to cut their capital losses, and unfortunately, that means their staff are the first to go. Luckily, there are plenty of responsible companies that are still looking for great talent to join their teams. This is your time to shine.   If you’ve recently lost your job, you should consider how to enhance your resume to make you stand out to ..read more

Now that most job applications are digital, resumes are the first thing an employer sees about you.    It’s not your smile, your strong hand shake, or your outfits. It’s the 500-word write-up about your educational and professional experience that will tell an employer if they want to invite you for an interview.   You could go to a great school, have solid volunteer and work experience, and valuable skills that make you a perfect candidate for a job at your dream company.    …But so could several other people.  Source: LinkedIn Research and Data Scientist Post ..read more

If you’re determined to spend this new year in a job that supports you and is fulfilling, you have to be willing to put in the work to make it happen.   BlackRock, Thinkific, and New Flyer are just some of the companies that have had mass layoffs, and we are not even two weeks into the new year yet.   If switching careers has been on your mind before, now’s the time to really think about what your next move is. Here are eight steps to help you determine if a career transition is right for you – and how to get you there.  1) Determine why you want to leave your curren ..read more

Have you ever arrived at an interview, saw your competition in the waiting room, and then realized that you would all be interviewing at the same time?   Group interviews are a nightmare for some people, but unfortunately, they are not rare. Many companies want to save time by interviewing two, three or even more candidates at once. This means you have less time to make an impression, so every word matters.   Other group interviews are stacked on the company side. You may have a human resources rep, team lead, and manager working together to interview you. Suddenly, you have three se ..read more

Have you ever arrived at an interview, saw your competition in the waiting room, and then realized that you would all be interviewing at the same time?   Group interviews are a nightmare for some people, but unfortunately, they are not rare. Many companies want to save time by interviewing two, three or even more candidates at once. This means you have less time to make an impression, so every word matters.   Other group interviews are stacked on the company side. You may have a human resources rep, team lead, and manager working together to interview you. Suddenly, you have three se ..read more

Asking people about their gaps in employment should be put to rest – especially given the pandemic and the lockdowns people had to endure.    Unfortunately, employers are still asking this question and candidates get nervous that their unemployment, mental health needs, or care responsibilities will keep them from getting the job they want.    A couple of months of unemployment don’t usually ring alarm bells. Longer stretches of time could.    The most important thing about explaining gaps in your employment is being honest. With the power of the internet, social ..read more

New year, new me!   …Unless you’re not happy about spending another year at your current job.    But if you are ready for a change, you’re not alone. A new survey has found that half of Canadians are looking for a new job in 2023.    But why are people leaving their jobs? For the most part, its compensation. The survey by Robert Half Solutions found that 62% of people want a salary increase. Other people are looking at compensation with 39% wanting more work benefits and perks.   Some are trying to fulfill their work goals – 30% want to leave to advance their care ..read more