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What's in a name? The size of your paycheque, apparently
May 16, 2013 1:23 PM0 Comments
Parents, choose wisely. A new report says that what you name your child can have an impact on his or her future career success and earnings. It turns out that having a shorter name can also give you an advantage.
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What to study: Preparing for the 20 most in-demand jobs from now through 2020
May 14, 2013 9:31 AM1 Comments
The Canadian Occupational Projection System has developed a 10-year report which outlines projected Canadian labour market supply and demand between now and 2020. Here's what you need to land the most in-demand jobs.
Category: Job search strategies, Latest news & advice, Student
Few jobs created in April, unemployment rate holds steady
May 10, 2013 8:56 AM0 Comments
The overall national unemployment rate remained steady at 7.2% in April as there was little change on the job market in Canada. A few regions and industries saw growth, while most remained stable or experienced losses last month.
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'Kick me' prank at work leads to convictions, firings and a lawsuit
May 9, 2013 3:17 PM11 Comments
Two workers have been convicted of misdemeanor battery and fired from their jobs at chip maker Intel over a juvenile prank they pulled on a co-worker. Here's what happened.
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When recruiters follow you (literally) - is it creepy or fair game?
May 8, 2013 4:08 PM1 Comments
Social media recruiting may be evolving into employers using location-tracking applications that lets them know where you are - and when you're close enough for them to pay you a surprise visit.
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Five surprising jobs that pay six-figure salaries
May 6, 2013 10:00 AM9 Comments
Think that you have to work in a corporate office or a hospital to earn over $100,000 a year? Think again. A diverse range of career paths now offer opportunities to crack the six-figure salary mark. Here are a few that you might not expect.
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Half of Canadian businesses say they plan to hire students, recent grads
May 2, 2013 12:59 PM0 Comments
A recent survey of Canadian business owners reveals that more than 50% are planning to hire young people for summer jobs, internships and permanent positions this year. Which regions and industries are predicting the brightest prospects?
Category: Latest news & advice, Student
How the tone of your voice affects how much money you make
Apr 30, 2013 11:35 AM1 Comments
When was the last time you thought to yourself 'if only my voice were lower I’d make more money'. If your answer is never, you’re not alone. I too had never considered the pitch of my voice to have any bearing on my career, but apparently it does.
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The worst job in the world for 2013
Apr 23, 2013 5:04 PM7 Comments
There's a new contender for the worst job in the world. An annual report on the best and worst jobs to have has just been released, and the bottom job for 2013 is quite different from those ranked worst in recent years.
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The ten best jobs in Canada for 2013 (and how to get them)
Apr 17, 2013 11:08 AM11 Comments
Earlier this week we took a look at the worst jobs in Canada right now. Well, that was the bad news. The good news is there are numerous other fields that offer increasing pay and lots of opportunities. Here are the ten best this year.
Category: Latest news & advice, Student
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