Employee Retention Rates are Increasing, But Why?

Employee Retention Rates are Increasing, But Why?

September 19th, 2023

If you ask anyone who works in  executive search in Toronto, they’ll tell you that retention is a challenge. Finding great people is only part of the recruitment process. You also have to work diligently…

Will Remote Work Lead to “the Uberization of the Workforce”?

Will Remote Work Lead to “the Uberization of the Workforce”?

August 22nd, 2023

The pandemic proved that employees could get work done, regardless of where they are located. In the past, companies were not so keen on outsourcing work because they had less trust in people doing the…

Consider These 3 Crucial Questions When Deciding Between Two Great Candidates

Consider These 3 Crucial Questions When Deciding Between Two Great Candidates

February 24th, 2023

Finding top talent today is a challenge across most industries. Our Toronto recruiters have heard it repeatedly from business owners – they want to know where all the great candidates have gone. The reality is…

4 Phrases That Scream BAD COMPANY CULTURE in an Interview

4 Phrases That Scream BAD COMPANY CULTURE in an Interview

February 23rd, 2023

Finding a great job in 2023 is challenging. There are new economic conditions to deal with, companies are still recovering from the pandemic, and there has been a lot of change over the past couple…

The Best Interviewers Are Exceptional Storytellers

The Best Interviewers Are Exceptional Storytellers

August 18th, 2022

The ability to tell a great story is not just beneficial at night when putting the kids to bed or when trying to impress your friends at the pub.  Storytelling has been an embedded part…

3 Creative Ways to Address Gaps in Your Resume

3 Creative Ways to Address Gaps in Your Resume

July 12th, 2022

Having some type of gap in your resume is not uncommon. As a Toronto recruitment agency, we’ve seen all types of gaps appear on resumes over the years. Many have to do with employment, but…

Is Now a Good Time to Make a Career Move?

Is Now a Good Time to Make a Career Move?

June 2nd, 2022

A lot has changed over the past few years. We are now operating in a post-pandemic environment where people are back in the office and things are somewhat back to pre-COVID circumstances. During this time…

Should You Accept a Counteroffer? Probably Not. 4 Things to Consider

Should You Accept a Counteroffer? Probably Not. 4 Things to Consider

May 26th, 2022

Counteroffers have become a popular way for employers to keep their top talent from being poached by other organizations. Replacing an employee who exits your company has never been more challenging. The competition for talent…

5 Generic and Overused Resume Phrases, Plus Better Alternatives

5 Generic and Overused Resume Phrases, Plus Better Alternatives

May 19th, 2022

As a Toronto recruitment agency, we read through our fair share of resumes. One tip we stress time and time again is that if you want your resume to stand out from the pile, it…

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