LinkedIn Success: Dos and Don’ts for Career Growth
LinkedIn is much more than a digital résumé—it’s a platform where career-driven professionals showcase their skills, network with industry leaders, and uncover new opportunities. Yet, for all its potential, many people misuse LinkedIn, sabotaging their job searches and personal brands. Are you using LinkedIn to its fullest potential? Or are you inadvertently turning off […]
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 […]
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 […]
Be Unique and Thrive: Why Authenticity Matters in Interviews
In the high-stakes arena of job interviews, candidates often grapple with a pivotal question: should they present themselves as they genuinely are, or should they attempt to mold their responses to fit what they believe the interviewer expects? This dilemma, while seemingly straightforward, can significantly impact one’s career trajectory. The path one chooses in this […]
Ask a Recruiter: Should Candidates Disclose Their Side Gigs?
Side gigs are becoming more and more prevalent, with one recent study showing that 1 in 4 Canadians have one. As far as employers are concerned, these ‘side hustles’ can be a distraction, stealing the focus, or even the loyalty of their employees. But are there advantages as well? Should candidates disclose their side hustles […]
Bridging the Gap: Lessons for For-Profit Accountants from the Not-for-Profit World
In the world of finance and accounting, the dichotomy between for-profit and not-for-profit entities is often perceived as a stark division. However, beneath the surface, there exists a wealth of valuable lessons that accountants working in for-profit companies can glean from their counterparts in the not-for-profit sector. While their objectives may differ, both sectors share […]
Interviewees Asking Questions In Interviews: 8 Expert Tips
In the competitive landscape of job seeking, acing an interview is crucial, but it’s not just about answering questions. It’s equally important for candidates to ask their potential employers questions. This practice not only demonstrates your keen interest in the role but also helps in assessing if the employer is the right fit for you. […]
Communication, Public Speaking, and Leadership in Business
“Certainly some people are born with the gift of gab but anybody can become a public speaker,” says Camilla Burgess, Founder, CEO, and Coach at Viva Voce Speech Arts Studio. “The more you practice the better you become.”1 The Vancouver-based studio provides executive coaching and speech coaching to individuals and organizations both locally and internationally. […]
Nail Your Career-Change: Top Tips from a Career Strategist
“I call myself a career strategist because I really don’t like the name coach or counsellor,” says Helen Dewar.1 Whatever the title, Dewar has been helping her clients, mostly from the management level up, get job-ready for about three decades. Career transitions can be difficult to navigate, but Dewar sees them as an opportunity to […]