2025 Workforce Trends: Goldbeck Recruiting Staff Predictions
As the calendar turns over to 2025, Canadian businesses face various uncertainties, not the least of which is the threat of tariffs from President-elect Donald Trump. Technology, market forces, and remote work pose further questions. What types of positions will be in demand in 2025? What’s in store for Canada’s economy? How will technology shape […]
Read, Learn, Win! Mistakes to Avoid When Searching for a Job
Searching for a job is like dating, but somehow more awkward. It’s full of hope, rejection, and questionable decisions. Our hero (let’s call him “Me”) has a series of misadventures in the job market, learning hard lessons so you don’t have to. Whether you’re applying for your dream role or just trying to get out […]
Caring vs. Culty: How Much Company Culture is Too Much?
The concept of company culture has gained significant attention in today’s business world, and for good reason. The culture within an organization shapes how employees interact, collaborate, and approach their work. While defining and nurturing the right culture can fuel success, a poorly executed or overly enforced culture can just as easily hinder productivity and […]
Maximizing Business Leadership with Fractional Executives
In today’s rapidly evolving business environment, the demand for agile leadership has never been greater. For many businesses, particularly those experiencing growth spurts or financial constraints, full-time C-suite executives may seem out of reach. But what if your organization could access the expertise of highly skilled executives without the full-time commitment or associated costs? Enter […]
Bragging in Job Interviews: Balancing Confidence & Humility
Job interviews are a fine balancing act. You want to highlight your accomplishments, but no one likes a bragger. At the same time, if you’re too modest, you risk underselling yourself. So how do you confidently showcase your achievements without coming off as arrogant? And how do interviewers respond to candidates who either brag or […]
Do Employees Have the Right to Disconnect? Employment Law Update
S1: Right to Disconnect Laws in Ontario, Australia, and British Columbia GB: We hear a lot about the ‘right to disconnect’. Are there laws in Canada that govern an employer’s ability to contact employees outside of business hours? DB: Ontario has introduced a ‘Right to Disconnect’ law. It requires employers who have 25 or more […]
Building a Personal Brand: Job Seekers’ Guide to Consistency
In today’s competitive job market, cultivating a strong personal brand is more essential than ever. The challenge is no longer simply about what’s on your resume, but about crafting a cohesive narrative across multiple touchpoints: resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles, and even personal websites or portfolios. Employers are increasingly turning to digital platforms to vet […]
Decoding Job Descriptions: How to Know if You Truly Qualify
Advice from Goldbeck Recruiting President Henry Goldbeck: A candidate will never truly know the entire story behind a job posting. What is the true motivation? The essential requirements? There are many variables, including timing, internal candidates, and conflicting views amongst decision makers. It doesn’t matter! Glean what you can from the posting and do your […]
Hiring for Soft Skills in a Technical Environment
“I believe that you hire the athlete and teach the sport,” says Mike Barr, President and CEO of Storm Guard Water Treatment Inc. “Technical mastery can be learned, but fundamental skills and attitudes cannot.”1 Since assuming the role in 2022, Barr has worked to empower leaders, develop culture, and manage growth within the Vancouver-based fluid […]
Engaging Gen Z at Work P1: 6 Ways to Value Their Time
As Generation Z (those born between 1997 and 2012) enters the workforce, businesses face a new set of challenges and opportunities. They’ll make up a larger portion of our teams each year, so engaging them is a must. How can this be done? This digitally native generation values efficiency, flexibility, and clear communication. Demonstrating that […]