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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...
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The Fastest Growing Jobs for Women
A new report has listed the fastest-growing jobs for women. Women make up nearly half (47%) of the North American workforce. And,...
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Study: Canadian Employers Don’t Know What Workers Want
A series of surveys and reports have come out recently that all seem to reveal the same thing: Canadian companies really don’t understand...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Is It Too Late To Apply for an Older Job Posting?
Should you bother applying for jobs that have been posted online for a month or more, or are older job ads a waste of time? That was a...
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11 Ways To Upgrade Your Resume and Increase Your Chances of Landing Any Job
You always want to make your job application materials to be the best they can be. Use these 11 tips to upgrade your resume and increase...
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The Highest Paying Skilled Trades in Canada Right Now
Want a high-paying job with plenty of openings in Canada right now? Consider the skilled trades. Statistics Canada followed the career...
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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...
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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...
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30 Affordable Places To Live and Work Remotely
If you live in a big city, it can often feel like all your time is spent working just to pay the bills, with little or no time or money...
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How To Write a Thank You Note in Just Four Sentences (With Examples)
Sending a thank-you note to an employer is a smart move. For one thing, it is just good manners to thank someone for taking the time to...
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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...
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Surprising New Study Reveals What Employers Really Care About in Job Interviews
The first impression that employers have of you is formed during the first few minutes of the all-important job interview. How you...
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Report: the Highest Paying Jobs for Technology Grads
Young people can earn some enviable salaries very early in their careers, especially if they enter the lucrative tech sector. Comparably,...
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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...
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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...
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Study: The Best (and Worst) Colours To Wear to a Job Interview
Research collected from surveys of roughly 2,000 job applicants, some who were successfully hired – and many more who were rejected –...
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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...
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