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“Unfortunately, today is your last day with the company.” Getting laid off can be sudden and can hit hard. It can be a departmental mass exodus, or a quiet restructure around the edges of the firm. Whatever the case is, it’s never the high point of one’s career. Suddenly your cushy pensioned job has been […]

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 […]

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, […]

Recently moved for school? Whether it’s down the street or across the world, moving for school is a difficult transition. One of the biggest challenges is making new friends. Many people have been in the same group of friends for most of their young life, and this is one of the first opportunities to truly […]

A new school year means new opportunities to get involved and make some new connections! I remember spending most of my orientation stumbling around absentmindedly and getting completely lost in my new school. Eventually I encountered an array of tables at an event on campus promoting extracurricular opportunities including clubs, student societies, and student programs. […]

Recently the trend of employers having campus ambassadors has been increasing in popularity. This provides a myriad of benefits not just for the employer, but for the student also. For the company it provides credible testimonials from young people who can speak to the employment experience for students and grads within the company and increases […]

Traveling to a new destination can be overwhelming, especially when you haven’t done much in the way of traveling before. However, it isn’t as hard and stressful as it may look. The more you travel, the easier it gets, and you’ll begin to feel more and more prepared for your adventures. To get you started […]

The Hospitality Industry is one of the most misunderstood industries in the world, and yet it’s the #1 global employer that’s never short of work. Humber College’s School of Hospitality, Recreation and Tourism has a wide variety of innovative hospitality programs, including the Hosptiality and Tourism Operations Management program and so much more! These hospitality […]

Each year, TalentEgg hosts the National Campus Recruitment Excellence Awards and Conference to recognize the innovations and exceptional efforts of Canada’s top recruiters and career centres. As a part of the Conference, the TalentEgg Awards celebrate employers, nonprofits, university and college career centres and co-op programs, who are helping young people start their careers! The […]

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 […]

There are so many opportunities to hatch a meaningful career in Insurance! On April 26th, we hosted our Office Hours event with Trevor Buttrum, Program Manager at Career Connections. We covered a variety of topics, including top roles in insurance, professional development, networking tips, interview tips, and more. If you could’t make the live event, […]