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What Employees Want More Than Money
It’s not news that a majority of employees want flexible work hours and the option to work remotely these days. A new report tells us...

Elizabeth Bromstein
3 min read


How to make small talk and increase your chances of getting the job
When you arrive at a job interview, how do you start the conversation? Here’s how to make small talk and increase your changes of getting...

Elizabeth Bromstein
3 min read


8 things you should know about the company before the job interview
Employers want candidates to do their research during the hiring process. Here are eight things you should know about the company before...

Elizabeth Bromstein
4 min read


How to use the STAR interview method
STAR is a well-known method for answering behavioural questions in the job interview. Here’s how to use the STAR interview method. Do you...

Elizabeth Bromstein
3 min read


The Most Popular Employers for Canadian Students Right Now
What are young Canadians looking for in a career right now – and who do they want to work for the most? A new survey of university...

Peter Harris
1 min read


Cover letter dos and don’ts
What is the ideal length and font for a cover letter? A recent survey looks at these and more cover letter dos and don’ts. There’s...

Elizabeth Bromstein
3 min read


The University Degrees With the Highest Salaries
Not all university degrees are created equal when it comes to earning potential. These are the degrees with the highest salaries....

Elizabeth Bromstein
2 min read


The Top Digital Skills Employers Are Looking for in an Employee
Employers are desperate to hire people with digital skills. A few, in particular, are in top demand. Nearly eight out of ten Canadian...

Elizabeth Bromstein
3 min read


Employers Need People With These Skills
Businesses are struggling to find qualified candidates and a third say it’s because applicants are lacking these skills. If you’ve got...

Elizabeth Bromstein
2 min read


Time to start looking for a job outside your field? Here’s where to start.
There are more job openings in Canada than there have been in years, and yet unemployment is at a high. Time to start looking for a job...

Elizabeth Bromstein
3 min read


Twelve Good Paying Jobs That Hire Entry-Level Candidates in Canada
As the summer comes to an end, many people start thinking more seriously about their careers and what they want to do professionally for...

Peter Harris
1 min read


Two page resume increases chances of getting hired
New research finds that the idea that we should stick to a one-page resume is a myth. A two page resume increases your chances of being...

Elizabeth Bromstein
2 min read


How To Demonstrate Your Soft Skills in Your Cover Letter
A recent survey of over 300 recruiters, HR professionals, and hiring managers from across sectors found that interpersonal and...

Peter Harris
2 min read


New Study Reveals the Secrets to Getting Shortlisted in 2021
You can probably relate to the disheartening experience of applying for a job then not hearing a thing, not even the generic ‘thanks for...

Peter Harris
2 min read


5 Things You Should Have on Your LinkedIn in 2021
You probably have a LinkedIn profile. Are you making the most of it? Now that hiring is ramping up in 2021, you should be taking a...

Elizabeth Bromstein
2 min read


How To Expand Your Network
You know you should be networking to advance your career. Where to start? It’s easy. Here are 10 tips on how to expand your network. We...

Elizabeth Bromstein
4 min read


Why Networking Is Important and You Have to Do It
If you want to succeed in your career, you should be expanding your network. Here’s why networking is important and one of the best ways...

Elizabeth Bromstein
4 min read


Trend: Desperate Employers Contacting Job Applicants They Passed Over Years Ago
Things are changing. There was more evidence of that this week as a news headline proved the career advisor team here at CareerBeacon to...

Peter Harris
2 min read


8 Strategies for a Successful Job Search
The job search can be overwhelming, and it can be hard to to maintain momentum. Try these strategies for a successful job search. As...

Elizabeth Bromstein
3 min read


Could You TikTok Your Way Into a New Job?
You’ve heard of video job interviews, of course, but what about a video resume? The social media platform for creating and sharing short...

Peter Harris
2 min read
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