Conquer the Hidden Job Market

Conquer the Hidden Job Market

In the 70’s, you would walk into a factory and say, “I hear you’re hiring”, to which the employer would reply ‘yeah, sign here”. You would start work immediately and work there for 25- 30 years and retire, hopefully with a nice pension. Those days are gone. Jobs now...
How Long is My Job Search Going to Take?

How Long is My Job Search Going to Take?

Canadian statistics show it takes the average person 4-9 months to secure employment. So, how does one stay committed and motivated to their job search? Here are some quick pointers. 1.    Einstein said; “The definition of insanity is doing something over and over,...
It’s the Holidays and I’m Unemployed

It’s the Holidays and I’m Unemployed

The holidays are not an easy time to be out of work. There is little or no money coming in and it is hard to pay regular expenses let alone think about getting other’s wonderful gifts. So maybe it is time to rethink what this time is really about? The saying ‘it is...
3 Ways to Make Your References Work for You

3 Ways to Make Your References Work for You

Everyone knows that a standard part of the hiring process is checking references. Today’s process, however, has changed considerably from what used to take place. In the past, a reference check amounted to a brief call to a past employer and in some cases to a...

What If I’m Not Sure That I Want to Work?

Many who are unemployed feel they cannot say or even think this.  Research shows that up to 70% of unemployed individuals may be ambivalent about working.  That’s 7 out of 10. For most of us, there are strong social and economic factors that tell us we should work. ...

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