Career Advice

Are you wondering how to land the promotion of your dreams?  We got you covered. Check out these three simple tips to increase your chances of getting promoted. You’ll be surprised by how easily you can stand out!  1. Be Social People often keep to themselves at work, especially when most of their tasks can […]

It can be stressful to try and secure an internship, especially when you feel unqualified or underprepared. But today, I’m here to assure you that is not the case! You have tons of skills that make you a good candidate for the job you want, even if your only experience is in fast food or […]

One of the best ways to grab the attention of employers, sell your accomplishments and showcase your uniqueness is with a resume. This little but mighty piece of paper is a formal document that shows a person’s career background, experience, education and skills. Additionally, it is an ad that sells you. So, how well you […]

This month, don’t just dress as a superhero, but prepare to be your own hero in your next job interview! When it comes to submitting applications by the dozens, many of us job seekers can get a little overzealous about finally landing a job interview. However, when the job of your dreams is within your […]

It’s not uncommon to transition out of a job, even for varying reasons. For instance, perhaps you want to look for new or better opportunities for yourself in your career. The out-of-job transition can have much uneasiness, but there are ways to make the process easier. Looking for new jobs before quitting your current one […]

In this TalentEgg Talks, we speak with three guests from MNP’s Northern Ontario offices, each with their own unique career story and insights to share with you about how you can grow a rewarding career at one of Canada’s leading accounting, tax, and business consulting firms. First, Indy Linares graduated from the University of Regina […]

Sometimes, you might ask yourself: Can I really negotiate my salary? And what should I do about my slacking co-worker? These are the kinds of common questions that can plague you when you’re just starting out in the workplace. Additionally, you might be too shy or embarrassed to ask questions and end up making assumptions […]

At our latest TalentEgg Talks, Trevor Buttrum sits down with Career Connections representatives John McClelland, Chloe Lyons and Tendai Moyo. They delve into how insurance is being redefined by today’s game-changers like artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and cyber security. First, John McClelland is a Partner at McClelland Insurance and a leader in building the next […]

If you’re struggling to describe your skills effectively on your resume, don’t fret too hard. In fact, this is an issue that even seasoned executives can encounter. It’s easy to fall into the trap of simply listing all your skills, which in turn actually makes you a less appealing candidate in the job market.  To […]

Engineering is well-known as one of the most intensive degrees to pursue and in being so, it can be one of the most rewarding careers. The engineering industry is filled with some of the smartest and most talented people in the world. As a recent graduate coming out of university, what can you do to […]

When you think of an exciting career, the first things to come to mind might be a star sports athlete, a rockstar, or running a billion-dollar tech startup. But there’s one career I hope you would also consider. Accounting!  Accounting can get a bad rap at times for being all about the spreadsheets and desk […]

Margaret Thatcher once said, “If you want something said, ask a man. If you want something done, ask a woman.” Throughout history, women have marked their place in the workforce through their impressive jobs and positions in the business world. For example, Ursula Burns was the first Black woman to become a CEO of a […]