Personal Branding

Artificial Intelligence has been a long debated topic, especially when it comes to jobs, labour and what roles it may or may not take over. On a scale of ‘Doomsday’ to ‘Nothing To Be Worried About’, the reality lies somewhere in the middle. We’re here to put you at ease and show you some of […]

The questions we ask ourselves when fine-tuning our resume usually go like this: What makes me a valuable candidate for this job? What is it I have to offer? How can I demonstrate that in as few words as possible? What often sets ideal and weak applicants apart is their versatile skill set. Employers sifting […]

Every year at school my program organizes multiple networking events. Most students love the opportunity to meet new people and make valuable connections that could help them get a job. I am not one of those students. As an introvert and someone with social anxiety, I hate going to networking events. There are so many […]

Annu Puri School: University of Waterloo Location: Toronto Name of CEO: Frederic Landtmeters Don’t miss one of the most important opportunities in your student experience! Applications for the Odgers Berndtson’s CEOx1Day Program are officially open. You have only a few more weeks to apply before the deadline on October 26th, 2018. Curious about the process and […]

Knowing what to put in your portfolio and how to arrange it can be a daunting task. That’s why we’ve gathered some of our favourite tricks for creating a portfolio that will show off your talents and make you shine. 1. Don’t include everything We know it can be tempting to include everything you’ve done, […]

“Mentor” has been a buzzword for a at least a decade now, and yet the importance of having one is often overlooked. A mentor is someone who can help you get through any new and challenging stage in your life — school, work, your own business, and much more. So how do you find one? […]

Building a professional yet original online presence can be tricky. With many platforms available to showcase your abilities, as well as and having to moderate your content between social groups and  professional connections, the digital space can be confusing to navigate. However, there are many things you can consider when building an online presence depending […]

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 […]

With so many unknowns, starting a career can be a challenge for anyone. For new Canadians, it can seem even more daunting. Young and new to Canada, Juanita Gaona hoped to leverage her bilingualism to help her land a job. Through a combination of determination, mentorship opportunities, and constant learning, Juanita not only found a […]

University students are winding down into the final weeks of their second semester, which means summer break is upon us! Congratulations on completing your first, or another, semester of university – you’ve achieved an amazing milestone. Summer break is a terrific time to recharge from your normal school schedule, and it’s four months long – […]

TalentEgg Challenges are a fantastic way to gain experience that can help you find a job. Giving you the opportunity to stand out and impress Top Canadian Employers. Take part in our current TalentEgg Challenge for our 10 Year Anniversary Rebranding here! If you’re wondering how completing a Challenge can get you noticed by employers, […]

As a freelance writer for more than 15 years, I have written many projects and have been able to connect and network with a variety of different people from all over the world! Being a freelance writer isn’t only about writing – there’s a lot involved (which makes my day always different and exciting!). I […]