Skewed Decisions: Affinity Bias in Hiring
Questions about affinity bias in hiring? Our professional team of senior recruiters is here to help. Even with the best intentions, hiring decisions are often affected by unconscious preferences. One of the most prevalent forms is affinity bias—our tendency to favour people who resemble ourselves in appearance, background, beliefs, or behaviour. In the context of […]
Recruitment Metrics That Actually Matter
Questions about recruitment metrics? Our professional team of senior recruiters is here to help. Recruitment is both an art and a science. While experience and intuition play vital roles in evaluating candidates, today’s competitive hiring landscape demands a more data-driven approach. Recruitment metrics help organizations track, assess, and improve their talent acquisition efforts. When used […]
From Newcomer to Leader: Monisha Mothilal’s Inspiring Journey
Although Monisha Mothilal has yet to complete her third year in Canada, she has already made a significant impact. As the host of the podcast Newcomers to Trailblazers, she shares the experiences of immigrants navigating life in Canada. She is a sought-after public speaker, serves as Vice President of Tech2Step—a nonprofit dedicated to providing networking […]
Employer Protection During Layoffs: Employment Law Update
Get the latest on layoffs, class action suits, employee entitlements, and interview questions. We recently spoke with employment lawyer Danny Bernstein, partner at Roper Greyell LLP. He gave us pertinent information on all of this and more. Pressed for time? Skip ahead. S1: Employer Protection While Preparing for Layoffs S2: Class Action Suits Against Employers […]
International Women’s Day: Reflections from Recruiters
Goldbeck Recruiting celebrates International Women’s Day by recognizing our many female clients, placed candidates, and, last but not least, staff members. Leading up to the annual observance, our team gathered to discuss the role that gender plays in recruiting and hiring in 2025—what has changed, what hasn’t, and how best to approach the situation. […]
Labour Force Update Feb 7, 2025
Canada’s job market continued to expand in January, adding 76,000 jobs (+0.4%), according to the latest Statistics Canada report.1 The employment rate rose by 0.1 percentage points to 61.1%, marking the third consecutive month of growth. The unemployment rate declined slightly to 6.6%, down 0.1 percentage points from December. Employment gains in January follow increases […]
How a Side Hustle Made One Professional a Stronger Employee
“I’ve always had the entrepreneurial bug,” admits Adison Wiberg. “Having a small business is something I knew I’d enjoy.”1 Wiberg is the founder, designer, salesperson, and sole driving force behind Moonprint, a small Calgary-based greeting card company that delivers puns, pop culture, and laughs. She’s also a communications professional employed by a large institution. […]
Will an Employer’s Market Roll Back Work Life Balance?
Have we entered an employer’s market? How are HR departments utilizing artificial intelligence? How is work-life balance being established? Communicated? How can DEI be measured? Once again, HR expert Judy Slutsky shares her insights on current trends and future directions in human resources. Have We Entered an Employer’s Market? While Slutsky has seen the dust […]
Rebranding Natural Resources and: Winning Over Young Talent
The natural resources sector is facing a talent crisis. As experienced professionals retire, companies are struggling to fill critical roles. This issue is further compounded by young people’s reluctance to join the industry, viewing it as outdated, unsustainable, or misaligned with their values. What’s driving these perceptions? A combination of legacy stereotypes, limited awareness of […]
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 […]