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I joined the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) when I was 16 years old. At the time I was unfocused and unambitious. After concentrating on my personal development in the Army, I gained the confidence and aspiration I needed to advance my civilian career. When I joined the Army in 2012 during my co-op semester I […]

When you’re buried in textbooks, juggling projects and prepping for exams, the only thing that might be keeping you going is knowing that you’ll have an entire month off soon! All you have to do is get through these last few weeks, and then you can finally breathe. As much as party-hopping, sleeping in, or […]

Social media seems to be growing in popularity every day. From connecting with friends and family on Facebook, scanning through the news on Twitter, to picking out your next vacation by searching #vacation on Instagram, social media is an integral part of our lives. What you post, when you post and how you post all […]

We’ve all heard the adage, “it’s not what you know, but who you know.” Conventional wisdom accepts this as the truth, and in most college and university programs “networking” is emphasized as an important part of breaking into any job industry. Having a large network of people in your academic and professional life is great […]

Do you love food? Who doesn’t? Now imagine working for the world’s largest food distributor, where your job includes visiting restaurants, hotels, bowling alleys, and any other places that serve food. That’s what Johnathan Herechuk does at Sysco as an Outside Sales Representative – he forms key partnerships, fosters relationships, and enjoys great food in […]

Office Hours is real look behind the scenes for aspiring professionals. Students who are curious, driven and willing to go the egg-stra mile are drawn towards this unique opportunity to ask their industry questions and get honest answers. On November 22, 2018, we gave a sneak peak into the insurance industry. Together with Trevor Buttrum, […]

Finding a place to work that is right for you can be challenging. Your job is essentially your second home. It’s the place where, besides your actual home, you spend the most amount of time in your life. A good workplace culture can make your job a lot more comfortable, but it all depends on […]

You may be familiar with the term “character”. This is where the magic of soft skills comes into play. It’s a broad term for the non-technical more human aspects of someone’s qualifications. This can show up as charisma or the ability to collaborate effectively. Soft skills differentiate and shape you as a well-rounded individual with […]

Networking as a professional can be the key to your next job. The purpose of networking is to meet people who have similar professional interests as you – like making friends! Making friends as a professional is similar to making friends in university—minus the parties and dorm rooms. It can be nerve-wracking for some and […]

TalentEgg is always looking to provide helpful resources to students and new grads, which is why we’re happy to announce this egg-citing opportunity in Montreal. If you’ve been thinking about pursuing a Masters degree, then read on to learn more about this fast approaching opportunity. Meet top international Masters programmes in Montréal on November 9th. […]

Despite the warnings of plummeting jobs and rising debt, young workers are still giving into their wanderlust and travelling to parts unknown. Keep reading to see how these three travellers made the most of their abroad experiences. Affirm You’re On The Right Path Sometimes it can be worrying to travel to a new location without […]

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 […]