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“Why go travel for a year when you can do that and get an education at the same time?”, asked Tim Bierema as he packed up his bags for a full undergraduate degree at Liberty University, a Liberal Arts College in the USA, located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Lynchburg, Virginia. Before going […]

A penny saved is a penny earned. That might as well be the motto of the average college student. There’s no end in sight for rising tuition costs, and on top of that, you have to purchase new textbooks every semester. Every dollar spent seems to push the boundaries of your budget until it threatens […]

Throughout your education and into your working career, you’ll quickly realize that working alone all the time just isn’t possible. Collaboration is not just a key soft skill to possess, but it’s integral to your success in the working world.  Simple enough, but there’s just one issue: how do you learn to work well with […]

Picture this: It’s your first day on the new job, congrats! You’ve been applying to different positions for weeks, made it through several rounds of interviews, negotiated a job offer – and now you’re finally starting. You met your manager before and seemed to click – everything seemed great. Gingerly, you arrive at your desk […]

When you think of insurance, your first thought may be about your vehicle or your home, but the industry is much broader than you think. It touches nearly everything we do in life and business – where we work or go to school, what we eat or drink, when we buy things online or in […]

Summer is officially here – do you have your summer job yet? When the end of the school year winds down, students across Canada begin the tedious and often stressful process of applying for summer jobs, programs and internships. For many students, summer is the time to make the most amount of money possible, working […]

Ah, the resume. It’s usually the very first impression that an employer gets of a candidate. But a mere document (IRL or digital) is not enough to highlight your personality, explain what you’re passionate about, why you’re perfect for a position or tell relevant anecdotes or experiences. By applying only with your resume, you’re missing […]

ICYMI: On June 6, TalentEgg was back with another egg-citing TalentEgg Talks with Rodrigo Mall and Donna Yuen – Talent Acquisition and Recruitment Experts from Bell Canada! They answered your questions live on Instagram and Facebook about how you can hatch a rewarding career with their dynamic and innovative company. Rodrigo and Donna were able […]

Just graduated? Unsure of what your options are and what you want to do? Start here to get some tips and tricks on how to choose a path for yourself after you’ve gotten that degree.

While networking can sometimes feel a little scary or you might be unsure where to start, Career Fairs can be a great way to practice and hone your skills. On May 2, Career Connections hosted a career fair which introduced students and new grads to 17 top employers in the insurance industry. TalentEgg was there […]

ICYMI: On May 14, TalentEgg was live with Akilah Carr – Talent Acquisition and Training Specialist at the Mercedes-Benz Financial Services (MBFS). She answered your questions live on on Instagram and Facebook about how you can hatch a rewarding career with their motivated, dynamic and innovative company. Take a look at the stream below! Our […]

Nothing feels worse than tanking the interview for a job that you really wanted. But the important thing is to recognize that rejection is an unavoidable part of life. Whatever it is that you’re feeling right now – you’re definitely not alone. To thrive in either your professional or personal life, it’s an absolute must […]