Job Seekers

MIG welders use metal inert gas (MIG) to join metal together. That’s the brief scientific explanation of what they do. But good MIG welders are part craftsman and part artist. Yes, they want their weld seams to hold up, but the really special ones also want them to look good. Those are the welders that… Read more »

There’s a good chance that social media will play a part in helping you land your next job. According to a recent recruiting survey, 37 percent of recruiters found new hires through social media in 2016, and that percentage is bound to go higher. The bottom line: If you don’t have a social media presence,… Read more »

Trying to find a job can feel very rules-driven: Resumes and cover letter should follow particular formats and include certain data. Also, interviewers want good-sounding answers for conventional interview questions. With all this structure, people looking for work can quickly fall into the trap of becoming stiff and mechanical. While parts of an application ought… Read more »

Even with a good employment market right now, getting hired for a forklift job is no easy task and applicants should do everything possible to differentiate themselves from the pack. A great, well-written resume can go a long way of elevating you above other applicants and boosting your odds of getting that next forklift operator position…. Read more »

First impressions are a major part of any relationship, including professional relationships. A first encounter, which may last no longer than a just few seconds, sets the tone and a bad one can be very difficult to get over. For job seekers, a first impression can make or break your chances of getting the job… Read more »

It’s already well-known that the wrong kind of social media posts can wreck your chances of receiving a job offer. Recruiters are increasingly searching the internet for information about potential employees. Despite your accomplishments, negative posts could result in someone else getting hired. Did you also know that if you are already employed, your negative… Read more »

Do you know someone who claims to be happy at their job? Are you happy? If you or many of the people you know are dissatisfied at work, you have lots of company. Statistics show that more than a quarter of the workers in Canada are not fully satisfied with their jobs. That statistic may sound… Read more »

If you have been searching for a job for many months, and have sat through what feels like countless interviews, you might have lost your zeal for the whole process. That’s understandable, but if it’s affecting the way you approach each new interview, you probably won’t be getting a job offer anytime soon. While too… Read more »

Temporary work: It can last for a few days or a year or more. Sometimes it even turns into a permanent position. No matter the length of the assignment or the type of work you’ll be doing, a temporary job can be exciting, especially if it’s your first job in a while. It can also… Read more »

You’ve probably heard the term “job hopper” more than a few times in your life, and each time you heard it, there were negative vibrations attached to it. There could be good reasons why someone works at several jobs in a relatively short time. They could have been laid off, taken temporary assignments, or worked… Read more »