Credit to Author: Murali Murthy| Date: Tue, 17 Dec 2019 16:23:03 +0000
Earning a second interview invitation is no small feat. You’ve left behind many competitors to get this far. You deserve that boost in confidence, and it will propel you through the next round. The second interview can mean different things and it may depend on who is interviewing you. It could mean you’re talking to […]
Read moreCredit to Author: Murali Murthy| Date: Tue, 19 Nov 2019 06:49:41 +0000
Strong action verbs on your resume can make a huge difference when you only have a few seconds make an impression with recruiters. Power verbs, when placed strategically, paint a vivid picture of your experience and achievements in a potential employer’s mind. When used wisely, certain power verbs can also help your resume get past […]
Read moreCredit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Mon, 17 Jun 2019 14:35:21 +0000
“You never get a second chance to make a first impression” – Will Rogers First impressions are really important in the business world. Imagine being in an elevator with someone who you really admire and you want to introduce yourself. A good way to prepare is to use the elevator pitch. The elevator pitch is […]
Read moreCredit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Thu, 21 Mar 2019 05:31:23 +0000
New survey says companies may be willing to train up, so it’s worth a shot, especially for internationally trained professionals Have you applied for a job even if you don’t meet all the qualifications asked for? If so, you’re definitely not alone. In new research from global staffing firm Robert Half, HR managers in Canada […]
Read moreCredit to Author: Margaret Jetelina| Date: Thu, 24 Jan 2019 07:49:04 +0000
How to impress Canadian employers if you don’t yet have Canadian work experience Picking up everything you can carry and moving to Canada takes a lot of effort, time and — frankly — guts. It is no small feat moving yourself and your family to a new country to start a new life. However, when […]
Read moreCredit to Author: Murali Murthy| Date: Mon, 21 Jan 2019 06:47:53 +0000
Ideal responses to 8 challenging behavioural interview questions Screening candidates for soft skills is often the toughest part of an interview. Recruiters have just an hour to figure out if you have the qualities they are looking for in their next potential candidate. That’s why behavioural interview questions still carry a lot of value. They are […]
Read moreCredit to Author: Connel Valentine| Date: Tue, 15 Jan 2019 21:41:48 +0000
New to Canada? Get more job interviews with these online tools You’ve just read a horror story online about an internationally trained professional working survival jobs, struggling to make ends meet and stuck in debt in Canada. You’re now worried your Canadian dreams will turn into a nightmare. Did you just make the biggest mistake […]
Read moreCredit to Author: Murali Murthy| Date: Thu, 27 Dec 2018 17:47:45 +0000
AI, virtual reality, the gig economy, social and your story The emergence of AI and virtual reality amid the rise of a new generation means every industry is undergoing massive change. And that includes human resources as well. In 2019, it will no longer be a linear start-to-finish hiring process. Both candidates as well as […]
Read moreCredit to Author: Ivy Chiu| Date: Tue, 04 Dec 2018 20:28:58 +0000
Whether you’re looking for your first job in Canada, a new role or even a career change, there are exciting times ahead for you! Finding a new job can be a full-time job, so it’s important to recognize the time commitment before embarking on this journey. Managing your expectations from the beginning is vital to […]
Read more6 ways to go above and beyond the job interview Hiring managers are trained to look out for red flags that reveal whether a candidate will make the cut or not. Examples include, showing up late for the interview, not being appropriately dressed, talking poorly about the previous bosses, exaggerating answers and so on. But […]
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