Why Summer Is Ideal for Reflection Summer provides breathing room that the rest of the year often does not. With meetings slowing down and schedules more flexible, you finally have the space to think strategically about your future. It’s tempting to unplug and forget about anything career-related until September entirely. But what if you take …
Three real stories. One key lesson: Think beyond the job boards and recruiters. Like many of you, I have had clients struggling with long job searches—talented, experienced professionals who are doing all the “right” things: applying to postings, reaching out to recruiters, and tailoring their résumés… yet still coming up short. Let me share a …
Looking for Work and Struggling? Your Next Opportunity Might Be Closer Than You Think! Read More »
From personal and professional experience, here are some of Eilidh Sligo’s most valuable tips for people considering making the same move. 1. Determine the best city for your industry Just like the UK, different cities and provinces in Canada are home to different industries. Before you make your decision as to which city to move …
You have decided that you want to reach out to a recruiter and gain their assistance in your job search. You have contacted several of them, but none of them have responded and you can’t understand why. I have had several of my clients get jobs through recruiters, so thought that I would share how …
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For some of you, a recruiter will connect with you on LinkedIn, or by email or phone. While it can be flattering, you need to ask questions so you understand the process and how that individual recruiter works. As a reminder, recruiters are paid for by the employer and you are their “product”. The recruiter …
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As a job seeker, it is important for you to understand the different types of recruiters so that you are prepared and understand the role they can play in your job search. It can be confusing and, in order to understand and work with them effectively, I have broken them down into five different types. …
Contrary to popular belief, introverts are not shy individuals who do not like people. Rather, 52% of people who categorize themselves as introverts simply find many social interactions draining and need time to recharge after being around people. These people can find the job search norm of “getting out there and meeting people” at networking …