workplace

When most of us enter the world of job hunting, we probably expect our hard skills to be our primary asset. Hard skills are tangible, teachable skills that are typically acquired through formal education, and which serve as a baseline for employees in any given field. For instance, knowledge of Microsoft Excel is a hard […]

The office brings forth a long list of unwritten rules that are not explicitly stated on the hundred-page employee manual. At times, the social scene can feel like a battlefield which can become obvious as early as day 1. Office politics, especially for those new to the workforce, may surprise you and draw parallels back […]

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 […]

Ali Najaf 2016 TalentEgg Student Judge Beedie School of Business, Simon Fraser University The TalentEgg Team is hard at work preparing for our 9th Annual TalentEgg National Campus Recruitment Excellence Awards. To determine which top Canadian employers, nonprofits schools and career educators deserve to win this year, we need top student judges to vote. We […]

Mercedes-Benz Financial Services is transforming its culture from within. Earlier last year, the office went under construction, removing walls and breaking barriers between departments to open up the workspace. Open workspaces are becoming a big trend in corporate environments in an effort to open up lines of communication, increase inclusivity in the workplace, and encourage […]

Finding a workplace culture fit is an important part of finding your dream job. When you spend the majority of your time at work, you want to ensure you’re in a place that walks the talk. A positive workplace not only attracts talent, but it also affects your happiness and can most definitely impact your […]

Finding a place to work that is right for you can be challenging. Your job is essentially your second home. It’s the place where, besides your actual home, you spend the most amount of time in your life. A good workplace culture can make your job a lot more comfortable, but it all depends on […]

The questions we ask ourselves when fine-tuning our resume usually go like this: What makes me a valuable candidate for this job? What is it I have to offer? How can I demonstrate that in as few words as possible? What often sets ideal and weak applicants apart is their versatile skill set. Employers sifting […]

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We spoke with some new grads at Bell who told us about 5 simple ways students and new grads can help reduce the stigma around mental health in their workplaces.

Over the last few years, more and more employers have become active supporters of diversity initiatives, creating and launching innovative programs to support the needs of a changing workforce. However, if you do encounter some form of discrimination during your work experience, you should know how to identify it and figure out your next steps. […]

It may be a party, but you’re still a professional! Follow this guide to keep the right etiquette in mind.