Benefits of Recruiting External Candidates

Hiring internally reduces the required training and some of the recruiting costs. While hiring internally has its benefits, have you ever considered the benefits of recruiting externally?

Refining the 2022 Recruitment Process

2021 brought changes to the workforce that resulted in remarkable movement for top talent in most industries.  As we forge ahead with continued growth and demand for skilled candidates, here are some tips to level up your hiring game in 2022. Tighten up your timelines. By the time a second or third interview can even […]

International Women’s Day Audio & Reading List

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Our recruitment agency is proud to be a woman owned & operated firm that is also currently staffed entirely by women.  To honour International Women’s Day we asked the team to share some of their favourite podcast episodes and recent reads.  Podcasts have been popular for many of the staff for some time but have […]

How to Thrive at Work Post COVID-19 Lockdown

Businesses are actively creating and implementing health and safety protocols to ensure a safe return to the office for their staff. This involves physical distancing protocols and extra sanitizing measures, just to name a few. What is not being talked about as much is the human side, and how to emotionally prepare for a very […]

Virtual Interviewing: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly

In these unprecedented times, companies are heavily relying on software such as Zoom, Skype, Google Hangouts and GoToMeeting to keep lines of communication open and as personal as possible. It has become the new normal. While many companies have halted their recruitment efforts, others are recognizing there’s an opportunity to capitalize on an influx of […]

Four Tips to Keep Your 2020 Career Resolutions on Track

2020: a new year and an entirely new decade. A chance for new accomplishments, new opportunities and bigger dreams. With a new year comes a chance to improve ourselves both personally and professionally. Making a list of resolutions is exciting, but how many of us stick to them? Three weeks into 2020 and many-a-resolution have […]

Three Tips to Ace the Work Holiday Party

‘Tis the season for holiday work parties. Holiday parties are a great way to foster relationships between employees, show appreciation and build company spirit. An added bonus to the annual event is that you can use it as an opportunity to network and accelerate your career. It’s no secret that the holiday party may have […]

Podcasts: Education (or Entertainment) on the Move

What is a podcast? As per Wikipedia, “A podcast is an episodic series of digital audio or video files which a user can download in order to listen. Alternatively, the word “podcast” may refer to the individual component of such a series or to an individual media file.” They’ve been increasing in popularity. Partially due […]

Debunking Five Common Job Search Myths

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As a recruitment agency, daily we speak with professionals in a variety of industries. We often hear about misconceptions and myths permeating candidates’ job search. These misconceptions include once-valid strategies that have become outdated and do not necessarily hold true to today’s practices. Below are five of the most common misconceptions we’d like to debunk. […]

How to Elevate the Candidate Experience

How to elevate your process of hiring employees

Attracting top talent can be a challenge in today’s job market. While salaries, benefits, and holidays are as important as ever, in-demand candidates are also interested in company culture and positive employee experiences. The process you use when hiring employees is your company’s first opportunity to make a good impression. A positive experience during the […]