top of page
Canadian employers reveal their hiring plans for the remainder of 2019
A new survey of the hiring intentions of Canadian companies indicates that two East Coast cities are expected to be the among the big...
The CareerBeacon Team
2 min read
The Six Essential Life Skills That Everyone Needs
The World Health Organization has identified six critical life skills necessary for everyone to have to live a happy, successful and...
The CareerBeacon Team
3 min read
The 10 most valuable university degrees in Canada for 2019
It’s almost time to hit the books, kids. Back to school season is fast approaching. Of course, not all fields of study pay off the same...
The CareerBeacon Team
1 min read
The top career paths (and most marketable skills) of philosophy and language grads
So, what are you going to do with that philosophy degree? A new study looks at the career paths of university grads and compares the...
The CareerBeacon Team
2 min read
This Is More Important Than Your Education to Hiring Managers
Your level of self confidence is significantly more important to employers than your education. A new survey by TopInterview and Resume...
The CareerBeacon Team
2 min read
Study reveals the best strategies for getting a raise
If you believe you should be making more money, you are certainly not alone. A recent Gallup poll found that four in 10 workers feel they...
The CareerBeacon Team
2 min read
Overqualified? New study says you should probably hide it
The job search: you just can’t win. You work hard, improve your skillset, and add to your qualifications. Then what? Employers just think...
The CareerBeacon Team
2 min read
Twelve up and coming professions to watch
Technology is changing, and the world of work is changing with it. A new report on futuristic jobs shows the impact that drones, AI, and...
The CareerBeacon Team
2 min read
Five Things You Must Do Before Applying for Any Job
There it is. The job that you really want just became available online. Should you fire off that resume right away so that you are among...
The CareerBeacon Team
3 min read
Working long hours increases your risk of stroke, especially if you’re under 50
If you’re regularly working very long hours and have been for a long time, you might want to consider a lifestyle or career change (I...
The CareerBeacon Team
2 min read
First impressions matter, but last impressions may matter even more
People are always going on about the importance of first impressions and how you don’t get a second chance to make a good one. But we...
The CareerBeacon Team
3 min read
45% of people now have a side hustle. Here are some ideas for yours
Do you need a side hustle? It probably couldn’t hurt, particularly if you live in one of Canada’s more expensive areas. According to a...
The CareerBeacon Team
3 min read
The Top Five Skills Employers Are Looking for in Five Hot Jobs
Want to land a high-paying job in one of these competitive fields? It helps to highlight in your resume precisely the skills that...
The CareerBeacon Team
2 min read
Losing just 16 minutes of sleep can affect your job performance
Bad news for working parents and insomniacs: losing just 16 minutes of sleep a night can affect your job performance. This is according...
The CareerBeacon Team
2 min read
What to do when nobody will hire you
We all know the job search can be exhausting and soul destroying. And this just seems to be getting worse. The employment landscape is...
The CareerBeacon Team
3 min read
25 good career choices if you still want to be working a few years from now
We recently listed 25 jobs you should probably avoid when planning your career. Now we’re looking at those you might want to look into....
The CareerBeacon Team
2 min read
11 items to always have on hand when networking
Networking is the most important element of a successful career and job search. You have to meet people to get ahead in this world. The...
The CareerBeacon Team
3 min read
Five things employers won’t tell you about the hiring process
Finding a job can be hard work. You have to search for available opportunities that fit with your skills and interests, painstakingly...
Peter Harris
3 min read
A comprehensive LinkedIn profile increases chance of getting an interview by 71%
If you want to increase your chances of getting a job interview, make sure your LinkedIn profile is comprehensive and up to date....
The CareerBeacon Team
2 min read
Survey shows people are unaware of skilled trades opportunities
A new survey of young workers suggests that people are sadly misinformed about the opportunities offered by skilled trades and trade...
The CareerBeacon Team
4 min read
bottom of page