December 2012
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Dec 20, 2020 10:38 AM
Sandy Collins
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Have you heard these yet ?
(1) Hiring managers are tied up with budgets, dealines, family obligations and so are very hard to reach
(2) From Thanksgiving until the middle of February nothing is happening, there are no jobs
(3) Budgets for new hires have ended and new budgets are not out yet, no one hires in December, January and February
Facts !!
Winter month hiring can involve contract and or temporary jobs, which can be a great opportunity, they don't usually require multiple interviews or the decision of several hiring managers, however they do offer an individual the opportunity to enter a company allowing greater access to upcoming changes in the company including hiring projections...listen...learn.....don't miss any opportunities to network.
Between Thanksgiving and mid February many companies are preparing for the upcoming year and their hiring decisions.
For several industries, such as manufacturing and retail, the winter months are a busy time of the year for temporary and contract employees which including sales, office admin, payroll etc.
Tips
Family holiday functions offer an opportunity to network, you never know who your brother, cousin or sister in law may know ! Research and attend holiday networking events, people are in the holiday spirit, decision makers are out and accessible. Send out holiday cards with your business card attached, this is a seasonal opportunity to reach out to hiring managers, you never know who may read it and what impact it will have.
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November 2012
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Nov 13, 2020 11:04 AM
Sandy Collins
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Your interview is drawing to a close, now what?
(1) Before you leave discuss follow up (a) when would be appropriate (b) with whom (c) how, phone or e-mail
(2) Get the contact e-mail address for the person or person's interviewing you, that takes the guess work out of where to send your 'Thank You" note
(3) Mark your calendar: If you are asked to follow up in a week, then mark that calendar "respect their request"
(4) Lastly be prepared to hear either "Good" or "Bad" news, in the case of bad news have a short note prepared to again demonstrate your interest and knowledge of the company, you don't know what other opportunities may open in the future |
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September 2012
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Sep 19, 2020 10:09 AM
Sandy Collins
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Etiquette
Dining Do's & Don'ts I'm sure you've heard of such as napkin placement, toasting, posture & poise, which fork, which spoon, what to discuss, what not to discuss: But did you know there is also....
BUSINESS & SOCIAL ETIQUETTE
- Introduce yourself with confidence & authority
- Business card etiquette
- Handshake......the first greeting
- Eye contact
- Mingle like a pro
- Introducing others
- Small talk
- Cell phone etiquette
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BUSINESS & CORPORATE ETIQUETTE
- Distinguish yourself from the competition
- Develop & maintain business
- Positive image
- Confidence & Authority
- Leadership & Development
- Build Teamwork
- Your business card (making it work)
- Culture awareness
- Business luncheon etiquette
*network today news* content source
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July 2012
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Jul 31, 2021 4:15 PM
Sandy Collins
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- Use caution when you click links sent your way
- Know what you've posted about yourself
- Don't trust messages from unknown sources/individuals *read/research* before you accept invites
- to avoid giving away email addresses of your friends, do not allow social metworking services to scan your email address book
- Type the address of your social networking site directly into your browser or use your personal bookmarks
- Be selective about who you accept as a friend on a social network
- Choose your social network carefully - research, research, research
- Assume that everything you put on a social networking site is permanent
- Be causious about installing extras on your site (ie:) 3rd party applications
- Think twice before you use social networking sites at work
*microsoft: computer security, digital privacy and online safety* |
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May 2012
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May 3, 2021 9:20 AM
Sandy Collins
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A powerful resume = job interviews !
Do you know the 12 different types of interviews you might experience ?
Reality Interview
Telephone or Screening Interview
Structured Interview
One on One Interview
Behavioral Interview
Group Interview
Non-directive Interview
Impromptu Interview
Dinner Interview
Panel / Board Interview
Stress Interview
Second or Follow - Up Interview
You will come across different interview styles and strategies, it's important not to be taken by surprise ! Yorkworks offers an excellent workshop that will help you understand each of these interview styles.
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February 2012
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Feb 27, 2021 3:09 PM
Sandy Collins
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Would you have the right answers to these common interview questions??
WHY IS THERE A GAP IN YOUR WORK HISTORY?
When answering this question list activities you've been doing during any period of unemployment. Freelance projects, volunteer work, completing school, skills upgrading courses or taking care of family members. Let the interviewer know that time off was spent productively.
TELL ME ABOUT YOURSELF.
People tend to meander through their whole resumes and mention personal or irrelevant information in anssering this question.....a serious no-no. Keep your answer to a minute or two at most, cover 4 topics: early years, education, work history and recent career experience. Emphasize this last subject. Remember that this is likely to be a warm-up question. Don't waste your best points on it and keep it clean......no weekend activities should be mentioned.
WHAT WOULD THE PERSON WHO LIKES YOU LEAST IN THE WORLD SAY ABOUT YOU?
Highlight an aspect of your personality that could initially seem negative, but is ultimately a positive. An Example? Impatience: Used incorrectly this can be bad in a workplace, but stressing timelines and always driving home deadlines can build your esteem as a leader and that's a great thing to show off in an interview.
EXPLAIN A COMPLEX DATABASE TO YOUR EIGHT-YEAR-OLD NEPHEW
Explaining public relations, explaining mortgages, explaining just about anything in terms an eight-year-old can understand shows the interviewer you have solid and adaptable understanding of what it is they do. Do your homework, know the industry and be well-versed.
BE PREPARED..... |
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January 2012
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Jan 19, 2021 3:01 PM
Sandy Collins
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Thinking of a new career? You might want to consider these steps
1) A good starting point is listing "all" of your skills - education and experience..
2) Do you have a Facebook and LinkedIn account, if not....why not.....everything from your above list should be added to your profile, besure to include interests and hobbies....
3) Now make a list of the jobs you believe would be great jobs to have, look at the skills needed for each job, compare the two lists, what matches, what over laps, what are the gaps?
4) Do you need skills upgrading or to go back to school, can your existing skills transfer over to that "great" job?
5) Try not to focus on obstacles and constraints, be open to the possibilities. Now might be the right time to book an appointment to speak with an Employment Councilor and through them a Job Developer. |
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October 2011
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Oct 19, 2020 9:44 AM
Sandy Collins
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JOBS ! JOBS ! JOBS ! JOBS ! JOBS ! JOBS ! JOBS ! JOBS ! JOBS ! JOBS ! JOBS ! JOBS ! JOBS ! JOBS !!
WELDERS
HAIR STYLIST
ESTHETICIANS
STEMA PEDAX PROFESSIONALS
TECHNICIANS
ENGINEERS
IT PROFESSIONALS
WEB DEVELOPERS
As well we have an assortment of over 20 seasonal positions including:
SNOW PLOUGH DRIVERS
ASSISTANT SUPERVISOR FOR WINTER RESORT
SNOWMAKING / GROOMING / CLEANING
CLERICAL SUPPORT
CAFETERIA SUPERVISOR
MAINTENANCE PERSON
TICKET ATTENDANTS
CAFETERIA ATTENDANTS
SKI PATROL
SKATE PATROL
LIFT ATTENDATS
For details on these and all of our other availabe positions please call or visit one of our resource centres.
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September 2011
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Sep 30, 2020 1:10 PM
Sandy Collins
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Where can I find information about Ontario companies?
You can find information about Ontario companies in libraries, Employment Resource Centres (ERCs) and on the internet.
Business Directories
Business directories are useful sources of information about Ontario companies. You can read them for free in public libraries and at some community organizations, such as Employment Resource Centres (ERCs). You usually have to pay a fee to read them from the internet.
Examples of business directories include:
Toronto Public Library - Virtual Reference Library - This website has a listing of Business Directory websites across Canada . You can find information by location and industry.
City or Region Business Directories - Many municipal and regional governments publish a local directory through their Economic Development department. Some of these directories are available on the internet.
Scott's Directories - One of the best-known industry directories. You can find their directories on their website, for a fee. Some local libraries keep these directories where you can look at them for free.
Frasers Canadian Trade Directory – You can search this directory by company name, product or service, brand name, or keyword. You can access this directory on the website without paying a fee. You have you register on the site.
Canadian Trade Index - Searchable by company name or product/service. You can access this directory on the website for free.
Libraries
You have to pay for many business and industry directories on the internet. However, you can read them for free in public libraries.
Reference Librarians can help you search CD-ROM and online databases of company information. Contact your local library to find out more about what they have to offer you. To find a library, go to Services Near Me.
Employment Resource Centres (ERCs)
You can find many of these directories at your local employment service. To find an Employment Resource Center, go to Services Near Me.
For more information about ERCs, go to What is an Employment Resource Centre?
Company and Industry Websites
Many websites have information about companies and general labour market information.
Canadian Company Capabilities - A database with information about more than 60,000 Canadian businesses. You can customize and print out reports of the information you find.
Top 1000 Canadian Companies - This list reviews the 1,000 largest publicly traded corporations. They are ranked by their after-tax profits in their most recent fiscal year
SEDAR (System for Electronic Document Analysis and Retrieval) - Detailed information about public companies, mutual funds and mutual fund groups. This includes their addresses, contact information and stock exchange listings. All Canadian public companies and mutual funds have to file their documents in the SEDAR system.
Business Information by Sector - Information about hundreds of Canadian associations. These profiles can include recent business, technological and employment trends, company directories and industry-specific news.
North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) - NAICS is an industry classification system. It has common definitions of the industrial structure of Canadian, U.S. and Mexican economies. All industry sectors are organized into categories. Understanding these categories can help you search through business directories, online business websites and in databases. In these countries, NAICS has replaced the International Standard Industrial Classification (SIC).
Job Listing Websites
Job listing websites have information about the companies that post jobs there. They often link to the company's website.
These websites can give you information about companies that are hiring.
Find more information about job listing websites.
Canada 411
You can find a company's address or phone number on the Canada411 website. This is an online phone book. Search a company by name to find its phone number and address.
Search Engine
You can use an internet search engine to look for information about a specific company. All you need to know is the company's name.
Last Updated: September 29, 2020 |
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Sep 15, 2020 8:57 AM
Sandy Collins
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-Get organized: Don't add to your stress with clutter & disorganization, keeping your desk and computer files updated and sorted, ready for use.
-Avoid Procrastination: As soon as you see a position of interest get working on the changes to your resume.....don't wait until tomorrow
-Maintain a routine: create and maintain a routine to ensure good use of your time and to keep you moving in a forward positive motion
-Simplify your job search: Utilize automatic job search engines to save time
-Get out each day: Being out of work does not mean you should hide away, there are many free workshops and events you can attend and where you can network and meet other people also job searching. You are not alone ! |
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