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Now more than ever it’s important to ensure that your hiring and interview process is in alignment with the pace of the market. Top talent is here today and gone tomorrow if the interview process doesn’t take this into account. Companies lose top talent for many reasons but here are a few that can be […]
Toronto Job Market 2023: How TikTok Is Influencing Employees
TikTok Workplace Trends Are Influencing the Toronto Job Market 2023 – Here’s What Employers Should Know Quiet Quitting, Rage Applying, Bare Minimum Monday . . . you may have heard the terms that are shaping the Toronto job market in 2023 (and the job market across Canada and the world). Many of these trends are […]
3 Key Things to Consider if You Receive a Counteroffer
You’ve handed in your notice, started planning the new wardrobe for your new job, been listening to podcasts to brush up on your skills, and bam…you’ve just received a counteroffer from your current employer (or via your employer’s preferred recruitment agency in Toronto). Sounds flattering, but beware! Counteroffers can be a blessing in disguise . […]
TDS is 45. Do We Look Our Age?
In 1975, Sandra (my mother) and her good friend Diane, two ambitious women in their 20s, made the decision to open a recruiting firm. Named on a whim, the letters of T, D, and S had very little meaning so they often told clients it stood for, “Terrific Dynamic Services”. From a fourth-floor walkup with […]
Does Your Resume Pass the Skim Test?
According to a 2012 study from TheLadders, recruiters spend an average of six seconds on each resume they read. That’s right – all the time and effort you dedicated to your resume can be dismissed after a six-second skim. On the other hand, if your resume passes the ‘skim test’ you’ll be in good shape […]
Networking Advice for the Digital Age
There are numerous ways to look for a job in 2019, including contacting an employment agency, browsing online job banks, and scrolling endlessly through LinkedIn. But no matter how hard you look, securing the job you want will be difficult without the right connections. That’s where networking comes in. Networking is essential to career development. […]
Five-Step Checklist to Identifying Your Dream Job
There are plenty of reasons to look for a new job. Maybe a post on a staffing agency website piqued your interest. Maybe you’re seeking improved compensation and benefits. Maybe you’re interested in more flexible hours and a shorter commute. Or perhaps you’re ready to contribute to an organization that better aligns with your personal […]
Developing Your Online Personal Brand
In today’s job market, your online personal brand can have a major impact on the success of your job search. According to a 2017 study from CareerBuilder, close to 60% of employers said they were less likely to interview candidates they couldn’t find online. 54% also said they had decided not to hire a candidate […]
Attracting Top Talent in a Job Seeker’s Market
Attracting top talent in today’s job market can be challenging. While it remains as important as ever to offer competitive salaries and benefits packages, many employees also want to work somewhere they can make an impact. So, how should your company go about attracting the ideal candidate? Invest time in the hiring process Top job […]
New Year’s Resolutions for Job Seekers
The start of a new year is an opportunity to ensure you’re well-prepared for the job search. Here are a few new year’s resolutions to help you find the perfect position in 2019. Focus on your digital presence Your digital presence is the first point of contact for hiring managers and recruitment agency professionals. Make […]