career

Do you long to work in many industries throughout your career? Think that making a switch might be next to impossible? You’re actually more likely to change jobs and industries than you think. According to recent studies, the average Canadian holds a whopping 15 jobs throughout their career! If you feel you’re ready to make […]

#ICYMI, we were live on Facebook and Instagram at the Egg Carton in downtown Toronto on December 11th, 2019 with the Chang School We spoke with Ian Williams, Instructor in the Crime Analytics Certification program at Ryerson University’s G. Raymond Chang School of Continuing Education and Manager of Analytics and Innovation with Toronto Police Service.⁠ […]

Burnout is no joking matter. And as a student working hard, maybe also working a part-time job, you’re at risk for running yourself into the ground if you don’t take the time to actually take care of yourself. The worst part about burnout is that it sneaks up on you. It can happen without you […]

We spend a lot of our time in the workplace (unless you’ve managed to land a sweet remote position), so working in an environment that we find enjoyable can be a major game-changer. In essence, finding the right cultural fit isn’t about becoming best friends with every single person you meet at work. But rather, […]

No experience? No problem! Crafting the perfect resume can be a challenge for anyone, but if you’re a student with little-to-no experience, it can be a nightmare. You want to stand out, you want to get hired, but you’ve got nothing to show that you can do the work. So, what do you do? Before […]

Any recent grad will tell you it’s hard to stand out these days. While trying to set yourself apart from the pack of other like minded entry-level employees might seem impossible, there are many ways you can make an impact early on in your career. Keep reading to find out how. Back to Basics So […]

Even with education, landing an entry-level job presents a big challenge. A lot of job postings for entry-level positions, if not all, require you to have at least a year or more of related job experience. But, how are you supposed to get experience in the first place? This has been an issue professionals have […]

Lifelong learning and career growth make the insurance industry unique. With exciting new jobs being created and new challenges to tackle, the industry has something to offer everyone.  A career in insurance can let you take your passions and education — whether it be sports, music, film, tech or business – and, help you connect […]

We meet so many people on a daily basis: from new colleagues in the office to people we interact with in stores and strangers on the street. Do you ever stop and think of the impression you’re giving? Ideally, you always want to uphold a great impression of yourself while being true to your character, […]

ICYMI: On November 7th, TalentEgg was live with Trevor Buttrum, Career Connections Program Manager at the Insurance Institute. We answered your questions live on Instagram and Facebook at the Egg Carton in downtown Toronto.  We spoke with our special guest, Trevor, who has over 15 years of experience in career development and campus recruitment. Trevor […]

When you think of embarking on an egg-citing career, insurance may not come to mind, but it should! You may think it’s only about cars, businesses, and homes, but the industry is so much more and offers a variety of roles to start your career. Insurance can protect you in times of need and touches […]

Insurance is an essential part of virtually everything we do in life and business. And, it is at the forefront of game-changing issues like climate change, cybersecurity, AI and analytics, and the sharing economy! We recently had the opportunity to speak with Naj Mankal, a Corporate Risk Consultant who works at a Health Sciences Centre. […]