Tip of the week

Uncertainty has been on Canadians’ minds and with good reason. If a recession does occur, some people are expected to lose their jobs, and hiring will slow down. So, it’s best to always be ready for job loss, however uncomfortable that may be.

You create an awesome cover letter and resume and save it on your computer. What filename do you use? This Tip of the Week talks about the importance of file names and why they matter when you’re applying for jobs!

The most important elements of an ATS friendly resume: keyword optimization and formatting. But including the right search terms is only half the battle.

It takes knowledge and creativity to craft a really good resume that catches a recruiter’s attention and emphasizes all your skills. The mission is possible if you’re familiar with these two different resume types.

A “Rewirement” is brand new career phase that comes after you end your regular work life and embrace a more purpose-driven path. Are you ready?

Might you be one of those brave souls who want to leap into the unknown and radically change careers later in life?

Here’s how to prepare before taking the leap.

Ageism is alive and well. Here are some thoughts about how to handle it when job searching.

Unfortunately Job Posting scams are on the rise, and there are very clever scammers out there. Here is what you need to know.

The new cover letter is shorter, and should also be sweeter, meaning it has to show more personality. One page containing a few short paragraphs that will condense all the most essential information, using words that ‘pack a punch.’