Networking

If you missed the first part of this article that talks about setting up and preparing for the informational interview, read it here. If you think you’ve got it, read on to find out how to act and what to ask during the meeting and, arguably the most important part, how to follow up afterwards. […]

Si vous n’avez pas lu la première partie de cet article, qui aborde les façons d’obtenir une entrevue informative et de s’y préparer, vous pouvez le faire ici. Si vous pensez vous y connaître suffisamment à ce chapitre, poursuivez votre lecture pour savoir ce qu’il faut faire et demander pendant la réunion, et, surtout, comment […]

A career with EF Educational Tours combines the support and opportunities of a large, global organization with the spirit and energy of a small company. A team filled with thinkers, doers, creatives, collaborators and motivated people who are passionate about education, communication and, of course, travel. Not only did TalentEgg get to spend some time […]

Fact (or fiction): Informational interviews are your way into a career opportunity. They are the key to getting your dream job or at least your foot in the door. They don’t take much effort or preparation, and they are basically your shortcut to getting employed. Right? Not so much. While an informational interview is a […]

Fait (ou fiction) : Les entrevues informatives sont le meilleur moyen d’accéder à une occasion de carrière. Elles vous offrent la possibilité d’obtenir l’emploi de vos rêves ou, à tout le moins, de vous en approcher. Elles exigent peu d’efforts ou de préparation et constituent en quelque sorte un raccourci vers votre embauche. Vrai? Eh […]

As a student or new grad, navigating the insurance industry can seem daunting, especially when you have little experience or are unfamiliar with all of the ins and outs of how the industry works. You may have already written your resume, but if you want to get an inside look at the industry, one of […]

We’re back with practical tips for writing a resume that will help you get noticed by employers in the insurance industry and give you a great chance to be invited for an interview. Equipped with the understanding of the goal of a resume, information on how to get started, and some do’s and don’ts… it’s […]

Do you have an entrepreneurial spirit? Are you forever a child at heart? Passionate about toys, design and playing? Get ready to bring your imagination to the brand new Course Series in Toy Invention offered at The G. Raymond Chang School of Continuing Education. This series of four courses was designed in collaboration with Ryerson […]

ICYMI: On March 20, TalentEgg was live with Trevor Buttrum, Career Connections Program Manager at the Insurance Institute. We answered your questions live on Instagram and Facebook about how you can hatch a rewarding, exciting and stable career in the insurance industry. Take a look at the stream below! Our special guest, Trevor, has over […]

Internships are an excellent way to get your foot in the door, get a feel for the industry and organization, gain experience in your field and make lasting connections! The main goal of most students seeking internships, though, is to secure full-time employment with the organization once the internship is over. That’s exactly what this […]

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, […]

All over the world and in your own community so many lives are positively impacted by the work nonprofits do. Whether you’re a student or already working in your career of choice, donating your time as a volunteer to nonprofits has a lot of benefits, both to you and the organization. Here are six reasons […]