HCR Personnel

Even the most stellar resume won’t land you your dream position if you can’t impress during the interview. After all, hiring managers are looking at your personality and characteristics in addition to the things they can learn about you on paper. The goal is to determine whether or not you’ll be a good match with the rest… Read more »

The end of the year means colder weather, holiday parties, and the dreaded annual review. And while you might be excited about securing a salary bump, the odds of you landing a raise will likely plummet if you say the wrong thing during this crucial meeting. Here are some conversational tactics to avoid during your… Read more »

We’ve all done things we regret in the past. For some of us, these mistakes happened in the working world and may even have lead to us being terminated. While getting fired is upsetting and embarrassing, it need not affect your career prospects for years to come. Moreover, you can use the experience of losing… Read more »

From friends to love interests, it’s human nature to want to make a good impression on people. However, if you’re working with a recruiter, that urge to impress is often kicked into high gear. Here are some tips for showing a recruiter or hiring manager you’re up to the task: Customize Your Resume Employers have… Read more »

Most of us grow up believing it’s wrong to brag. Boasting about our accomplishments and abilities only makes us seem tacky, right? On the contrary, showcasing your skills in a job interview is a crucial part of besting the competition and landing the position you desire. Read on to learn how to present yourself to… Read more »

Anyone who claims to be able to craft the perfect resume for every job is likely lying. Still, there are steps you can take to ensure your next resume doesn’t get your application tossed in the trash. Check out these outdated and inaccurate resume “tips” and be sure to avoid them when writing your next… Read more »

Achieving a work-life balance with any career can be difficult, but having a family while working can be especially challenging. Rather than let yourself feel overwhelmed, it’s time to get organized and focus on your time management and priorities. Consider these three tips to achieving the best balance between your career and parenthood. Find quality… Read more »

People want long-term security when they accept a job, with the hopes of permanent employment or being able to leave on their terms. But, when an employer decides to part ways with you, it can be devastating. In addition to the immediate setbacks, there’s also the issue of discussing the dismissal in future job interviews…. Read more »

Sometimes, it can seem like you’re working as hard as you can but, despite your best efforts, the people around you seem to be getting ahead in their careers while yours stands still. Of course, you should expect your supervisor will recommend you for a promotion if you’ve earned one. However, if you want to… Read more »

Working with a staffing agency is a great avenue for job leads in Southwestern Ontario, as they help companies with matching job seekers with job opportunities and evaluating candidates’ abilities on behalf of their clients. Agency personnel first meet with a company to understand the details of the job, including the various technical and behavioural… Read more »