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2025 Salary Guides

With a new year, comes the release of our brand-new 2025 Salary Guides! Now available for download, the salary ranges and insights in each Guide are derived from the job placements made in 2024 across various sectors, including Corporate Services, Construction & Development, Legal Services, Finance & Accounting, and Technology.…

Julia RobertsJanuary 10, 2025

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Career Advice Hiring Job Search

Job Hunting In December: How It Works to Your Advantage

It can be tempting to take your ‘foot off the gas’ as December progresses, assuming it’s a slow hiring season. After all, the holidays are here, offices are generally quieter, and the urge to put your job search on hold can be substantial. That being said, like everything in life,…

Julia RobertsDecember 10, 2024

Business plans Hiring Recruitment Marketing

Crafting an Employer Brand that Inspires Talent

An exceptional employer brand isn’t just a label - it’s a feeling and a story that resonates with employees and candidates, inspires talent, and fosters authentic connections. Why does it matter? Well, leveraging employer branding and recruitment marketing transforms your brand into a powerful asset that not only attracts the…

Julia RobertsNovember 26, 2024

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Career Advice Interview Tips

Your Post-Interview Guide to Success

Hats off to you! You've successfully completed the job interview process and checked off a key milestone in your search for a new opportunity. After shaking hands with a potential future employer (or bidding farewell virtually), it can be appealing to think your job is done. However, what you do…

Julia RobertsOctober 28, 2024

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Business plans Hiring

How NOT to Lose Top Talent in the Offer Stage

In a continuing tug-of-war for talent amidst a fluctuating job market, our team has heard of countless organizations losing an ideal hire to a competitor. After all, securing top talent doesn't end when you identify the perfect candidate, and the offer stage is one of the most critical phases of…

Julia RobertsSeptember 24, 2024

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Business plans Career Advice

The Art of Finding and Becoming a Good Mentor

Mentorship is an invaluable resource in the professional world, providing guidance, support, and opportunities for growth that can significantly impact one's personal development. Studies show that companies with effective succession planning are twice as likely to outperform their peers, and the concept has become increasingly relevant, with Gen-Z workers beginning…

Julia RobertsAugust 21, 2024

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Hiring Recruiting

The Benefits of Hiring a High-Performing Executive Assistant

From strategic planning to operational oversight, it’s common knowledge that executive leaders juggle a myriad of tasks. The pressure to maintain focus and productivity can be overwhelming, which is where a high-performing Executive Assistant (EA) comes into play. What differentiates an EA from other types of administrative roles? An EA…

Julia RobertsJuly 22, 2024

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Community Ottawa

15 Must-Do Summer Activities in Ottawa for Every Budget

As summer approaches, it's time to start planning your sunny season adventures! Whether you're counting every coin or ready to splurge, we have gathered countless ways to make the most of the warm weather and long days in the National Capital Region! From low-cost outings to luxurious indulgences, here's a…

Tricia CameronJune 12, 2024

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Job Search Technology

The Unique Perks of Working as an IT Contractor

In the ever-evolving world of Information Technology (IT), it's common for professionals in this specific industry to find themselves at a crossroads when choosing between permanent roles and consultancy positions. While there are inevitably charms to both, IT consultancy does present some unique advantages that can elevate your career trajectory…

Julia RobertsMay 15, 2024

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Hiring Recruiting

The Power of Employee Referral Programs

In the realm of modern recruitment strategies, one approach stands out as a beacon of efficiency and effectiveness: the employee referral program. Beyond its simplicity, this method holds significant potential to revolutionize the way companies source and retain talent. In this blog post, we'll delve into the benefits of employee…

Alita FabianoApril 29, 2024