development

Vale is a global mining company dedicated to being a safe, sustainable and reliable operator with a focus on innovation and technology; Vale is committed to reducing its environmental footprint while delivering high-quality products and services to its customers. We had the opportunity to delve into the career journey of Benjamin Yawney, an HR Systems […]

We spoke with Farheen Hasan and Jennifer Ajandi to speak about the importance of community building and engagement and the Certificate in Community Engagement, Leadership and Development that is offered at Ryerson’s G. Raymond Chang School of Continuing Education. Farheen Hasan Experiential Learning Coordinator, The Chang School, Community Services Area   Farheen collaborates with organizations […]

Landing a dream job is never easy, but it is especially difficult during these times. The competition in the job market is rapidly increasing since the pandemic left industry professionals vying for the same roles as new grads. As a result, professionals have been losing out on job opportunities to their more experienced counterparts. Fortunately […]

You’ve been thinking about quitting your job for weeks. Months, even. You’ve even made a complete pros and cons list with absolutely anything that you could come up with. And you’ve finally made a decision – it’s time to call it quits. Leaving a job – willingly – can be one of the most liberating […]

Finding out that you’re being promoted to, or hired for a management position is a great feeling. You feel confident in your own abilities, excited that you’ve been given this opportunity, and proud of all the work you’ve done to make it to this point. But after the initial excitement wears off, the fear sets […]

Hard skills are the professional and technical requirements of a job. These are developed through school and work experience in particular fields. Some “hard” skills are fairly general, such as word processing and data management. While others are specific, like driving a truck or coding a website. Soft skills, on the other hand, generally apply […]

Louis Grenier’s story is unconventional. He didn’t grow up dreaming about working in the automotive industry. But when the opportunity at Reynolds & Reynolds came along, he went for it and went all in. In the process of continuous learning and development, he also found his true calling. Louis Grenier Account Manager, Sales Double Major […]

Being in a new environment, meeting people from across the world, learning lifelong skills, and gaining independence makes study abroad a time for important personal growth. In addition to the wonderful life experience that studying abroad offers, one of the lesser known benefits of studying abroad is the opportunities it presents for professional development. Fear […]

If you haven’t heard already – Chick-fil-A has arrived in Canada! Double the good news if you’re in Toronto where the first internationally franchised restaurant is located (happy claps!). While Chick-fil-A is known for its original chicken sandwich, top talent in Canada will soon know them for their Leadership Development Program (LDP), specifically aimed at […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]