Canadian Traveller Magazine recently nominated me and wrote a brief article ( link below ) in a special top 40 under 40 magazine ( ouf..i turned 40 just in t...

Searching for a job can be an energy-sapping process. Each prospective employer expects you to fill out a lengthy and bespoke application form, often formatt...

The path to a great new job is forged with an exceptional new resume. Many jobseekers know this already. However, most don’t understand that resume design ma...

Ask a room full of hiring managers which resume cliche is most likely to make their eyes roll back in their heads, and they’ll probably all give you the same...

1. If you hire me, I'll do a great job! 2. I don't know a lot about that topic, but I'm a fast learner! 3. I really, really want the job. 4. I always get gre...

1. Hiring your friends This should be obvious but hiring a friend because they’re your friend is stupid and you shouldn’t do it. Even if they’re your friend ...

1. Make Yourself a “Smack-in-the-Forehead” Obvious Fit When you apply via an online application process, it’s very likely that your resume will first be scre...

1. Practice and Prepare Review the typical job interview questions employers ask, and practice your answers. Strong answers are specific but concise, drawing...

1. Sloppy Formatting If a candidate submits a CV that has poor formatting it can highlight a number of issues with their suitability and professionalism. Fir...