Career advice

Follow your dreams. Find a job you are passionate about. Do what you love. If we lived in a world of ideals, these career taglines would be what all your colleagues preached. Unfortunately, this is not the case. We often hear about the sucky days at work, how annoying a boss or a co-worker can […]

We’ve all heard the “typical path” to launching a successful career. You get good grades in high school, get accepted to post secondary, get even better grades, graduate, and then enter the workforce. But why not get a jumpstart on gaining work experience while you’re studying? For many students, working while studying is a necessity, […]

Whatever your job situation is, we all wish for the same things. A promotion, better pay, and the right culture fit to make work feel less like ‘work.’ Whether or not you feel comfortable in your workplace is a major factor in determining job satisfaction. That said, there’s a huge difference between enjoying the work […]

Interviews are nerve-wracking, which is why it’s so important to prepare. But what exactly does it mean – preparing for an interview? And how do you know what questions will even be asked? Here are 10 of the most common interview questions and some tips on preparing your answers to stand-out, and (hopefully) land the […]

When you think of insurance, your first thought may be about your vehicle or your home. But did you know that insurance impacts virtually every other industry in the economy including finance, engineering, and healthcare? Read on for insights from insurance professionals with backgrounds in each of these areas, and how you can hatch a […]

Crispin Pike’s geology career with Vale has taken him from his hometown of St. John’s, Newfoundland, to some pretty unique locations, including northern Manitoba and northern Brazil.

Originally from Vancouver, Thomas McLaughlin completed an honours Bachelor of Science degree in biophysics at the University of British Columbia.

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]