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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 […]

Welcome to Part 2 of Workplace Critical Skills you need to succeed in Insurance. If you’re just seeing this for the first time, check out part 1 of this mini-series here. To give you a quick recap, we covered what exactly Workplace Critical Skills are and eggs-plored two of the three main categories. In this […]

When it comes to insurance, the industry is constantly changing and evolving with new technologies, trends, and innovations. Hatching a successful career in this industry means you need to have the flexibility to take on new challenges and adapt to changing circumstances. Gone are the days of needing only technical skills to launch your career. […]

Studying abroad is an exciting new adventure that can leave a lasting impact. Joseph Watson-MacKay, a Marketing Management alumnus at Kwantlen Polytechnic University in Vancouver, B.C. studied abroad in Nagoya, Japan where he experienced the adventure of a lifetime that shaped who he is today. Before studying abroad, Joseph completed a one-year working holiday visa […]

Applying to jobs is a daunting process – we totally get it. We’re committed to helping students, new grads and early career professionals hatch their dream jobs and to do that we want to help prepare you for actually applying! From writing the perfect resume and perfecting your cover letter to searching for your perfect […]

There’s no debate that landing an internship can jumpstart your career, give you valuable work experience and create new meaningful networks. But what happens when an internship aligns with your career goals, it’s a great opportunity and, surprise, – it’s unpaid? While some students and grads are extremely grateful for their internship, even if it’s […]

It happens to everyone: you got into your dream school or landed an awesome job, but after a while, you start losing motivation and interest. You start counting down the minutes till the end of your shift. Feeling unfulfilled, you wonder if you’ll be stuck in this rut until you retire. This type of doomsday […]

Prophix employees in Pueblo Viejo, Nicaragua. Prophix donated $25,000 to fund the construction of two high school classrooms in the rural community as part of its Corporate Giving programs. TalentEgg’s community of top student and grads have long told us that an employer’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is an important factor that they consider in […]

“Unfortunately, today is your last day with the company.” Getting laid off can be sudden and can hit hard. It can be a departmental mass exodus, or a quiet restructure around the edges of the firm. Whatever the case is, it’s never the high point of one’s career. Suddenly your cushy pensioned job has been […]

You may recognize Mercedes-Benz as a luxury car brand, but have you heard of Mercedes-Benz Financial Services Canada? Located in Mississauga, Ontario, they support the sales efforts of Mercedes-Benz passenger cars, vans and Daimler trucks in Canada by offering premier financial services to retail customers and the dealer network. More than just finances and automotives, […]

“So, what are you going to do now?” – asks everyone (including yourself) after graduation. You know how the post-graduation conversation goes. So, what’s the game plan for the rest of your life? Some may have their career lined up as soon as they step off the grad stage, while others can hardly wait to […]