Category Archives: What NOT to do
The Top 5 Reasons You Should Never Lie On Your Resume
Written on November 2, 2011 at 12:35 pm, by Vicky Tobianah
According to a recent survey, about half of managers believe job seekers include dishonest information on their resumés and said they personally know someone w...
Don’t Let Your Parents Sabotage Your Job Search
Written on June 7, 2011 at 11:19 am, by Alanna Glass
A new study from OfficeTeam shows that Mom and Dad are not welcome in the workplace. So before your mom hands in your resumé or your dad contacts your potentia...
What Shoes Should You Wear To Your Next Job Interview? Tips From An Image Expert
Written on March 10, 2011 at 9:15 am, by Erin Miller
I have met with more than a few candidates in my day who were either tipping over as a result of sky-high heels or had their black gym shoes double as dress sho...
Resume Tips: To Write A Resume Objective Or Not- Alternatives To The Objective
Written on January 13, 2011 at 10:23 am, by Jillian Wood
In the second part of the To Write A Resume Objective Or Not series, consider the following alternatives to writing an objective.
Resume Tips: To Write A Resume Objective Or Not- How To Write A Great Objective
Written on January 12, 2011 at 5:38 pm, by Jillian Wood
Some believe objectives can help clarify your career goals and impress future employers, while others feel they are outdated and a waste of space on your resume...
What, Like, Not To Do?: Uptalking In The Workplace
Written on December 23, 2010 at 3:01 pm, by Gabi Pirraglia
Uptalking, also known as high-rise terminals (HRTs) causes our voice to go up at the end of a sentence so we sound like we are asking a question rather than mak...
Why Aren’t I Getting Any Calls For Interviews?
Written on December 8, 2010 at 12:39 pm, by Nicole Wray
You've perfected your resumé, tailored your cover letter and targeted your job search, but you aren't receiving any calls or emails requesting interviews. Soun...
5 Questions Not To Ask During A Job Interview
Written on November 10, 2010 at 3:15 pm, by Jillian Wood
Being prepared with the right questions at the end of an interview can really help seal the deal in your favour. However, ask any of the following questions and...
Editorial: Response to “For a new generation, an elusive American dream”
Written on July 19, 2010 at 3:45 pm, by Danielle Lorenz
When asked what their entry-level salary expectations were, some Canadian students said they expected a whopping $70,000, and one individual had expectations we...
Still looking for a job? Read these
Written on May 7, 2010 at 2:15 pm, by Cassandra Jowett
Whether you're looking for a summer job or a full-time job post-grad, put these four articles on your must-read list for this weekend.
