Finding Your Career

Olivia Poulin School: Brock University, Goodman School of Business Location: St. Catharines Name of CEO: Paul Parisi CEOx1Day is a unique chance for top students to try on a CEO hat for size! For one day, a top student is paired with a Chief Executive Officer to learn what it takes to lead a prominent organization. […]

Making Preparations Meet Elizabeth Thompson. When she was 18, she lived in Paris, France while working as an “au-pair” (a live-in nanny) to a French family. Since then, she has longed for an opportunity to return to Europe. So when she was presented with a chance to study abroad in Europe, she knew she had […]

On September 6, 2018 three professionals from Rogers Communications joined our live Office Hours chat and answered students, recent grads and candidates’ questions. Technology is one of the most desirable industries, and in the today’s competitive market, it is hard to stand out to recruiters. Having the ability get your questions answered directly by those […]

After starting his career in the sustainability industry, Justin Robertson, a DARE program alumnus, understands the importance of social responsibility in the retail space. After completing the DARE program, Justin is now a Store Manager, responsible for a $60 Million Walmart store with over 250 employees. He credits his success to not only the DARE […]

Motivational quotes are sometimes viewed as cheesy and overused, but we all need them sometimes. Nothing elevates your mood better than a well-said aphorism that captures your entire state and helps you move to the next stage. Even when you are not in school anymore, you are likely still programmed to start something new at […]

There are many famous global companies, but when it comes to employee experience, large enterprise employers are definitely not created equal. IBM is one of those iconic brands that you’ve most likely heard about, but have you heard about their commitment to their employees? IBM prides itself by providing meaningful development and growth opportunities for […]

You may recognize Mercedes-Benz as a luxury car brand, but have you heard of Mercedes-Benz Financial Services Canada? Located in Mississauga, Ontario, they support the sales efforts of Mercedes-Benz passenger cars, vans and Daimler trucks in Canada by offering premier financial services to retail customers and the dealer network. More than just finances and automotives, […]

At TalentEgg we know how much a career path means to young professionals hatching their careers, so we love checking in to see how the best and brightest stretch their wings and soar to the next level. TalentEgg interviewed Jennifer Van Der Wee one year ago when she graduated from Walmart’s DARE program and began […]

How many times have you applied to a so-called “entry level” position, only to find out that the company expects over 2 years of prior experience? Although you would assume that an entry level position would be lenient or understanding of an applicant’s limited experience, these types of job postings are becoming more common. So […]

On May 23rd, we hosted our Office Hours event with Akilah, HR Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development Specialist at Mercedes-Benz Financial Services. We covered a variety of topics, including career paths, professional development, company culture, application tips, and more. If you couldn’t make the live event, we’re sharing the full chat below! TalentEgg Hello, and […]

“So, what are you going to do now?” – asks everyone (including yourself) after graduation. You know how the post-graduation conversation goes. So, what’s the game plan for the rest of your life? Some may have their career lined up as soon as they step off the grad stage, while others can hardly wait to […]

Volunteer work can broaden and deepen your experience and provide skill development in a way that is often not possible or available to you elsewhere. We hear all the time about the challenges faced by those actively job hunting, particularly recent graduates: “I don’t have direct experience in the type of work I’m looking for, […]