Often feared by job seekers, the cover letter seems to have lost its significance in the eyes of recruiters. Will the new decade sound the death knell? The idea of bringing out one’s notions of literary composition can make the hair of many job seekers stand on end. This is especially true since the cover […]
This is the 16th edition of The National Job Fair in Montreal. The National Job Fair will be held, this year again, in the spectacular exhibition hall of the he Olympic Stadium. Visitors will be able to find companies from sectors as varied as aeronautics, pharmaceuticals, education, government services, health, transport, security … Free admission for the […]
This is the 15th edition of The National Job Fair in Montreal. This is the first time that the Olympic Stadium, the largest exhibition hall in Quebec, will host an event related to education and employment. Visitors will be able to find companies from sectors as varied as aeronautics, pharmaceuticals, education, government services, health, transport, security […]
It’s a crime of opportunity. With the COVID-19, fraudsters are multiplying their illicit schemes to extract money from their victims. Among their prime targets: job seekers. Here are some trips to avoid falling into their traps. Research the company Even if a company posts a job posting in a traditional media or on a reputable […]
The health crisis that is shaking the planet is also transforming the professional world, making remote work essential. However, to conduct a successful telephone conversation, voice, tone, pronunciation and other elements come into play. So how do you improve your “telephone profile”? A spoken voice trainer and author of the book La voix parlée et […]
Finding an exciting and rewarding job is not easy! Here are some faux pas that can ruin everything… right from square one. Not coming to terms with a job experience Dismissal, psychological harassment, seeking new challenges… The end of a job should never be taken lightly. It’s necessary to take the time to take on […]
Rest assured, December 25 is still a long way off on the calendar. But the process of recruiting Santas, elves and fairies for corporate events and shopping centres is already well underway. What are the requirements to be able to don the mythical scarlet suit and the long snow-white beard? Victor Gaudreault, director of the […]
Paid internships let students and beginning professionals acquire a variety of work experiences, while providing financial support for their needs. How can candidates increase their chances of landing this type of internship? Internships represent an effective way for new professionals to improve their skills and enter the job market. However, the majority of trainee positions […]
Finding a job is a major concern. And when you have a seasonal job , it’s a concern that comes back every year… Although nothing forces an employer to rehire the same seasonal workers from one year to the next, there are strategies that can be adopted to retain that well-liked employer. “The main way,” […]
To find a job adapted to your needs and abilities, it’s essential to personalize your cv. But what aspects should you focus on to pique the interest of the recruiter? An expert answers us. In response to a job offer, an employer can often receive more than a hundred applications. The CV and cover letter […]
To make ends meet, or just to have a variety of work experiences, it can be interesting to consider an evening job. Here are some tips to find the one that will suit your personality and your schedule. Regardless of your professional situation, holding a part-time evening job could let you boost your income while […]
“The reality of today’s job market is that people are in motion. They move from one job to another quickly,” sums up Éloïc Lévesque-Dorion, employment counsellor at the Montreal Downtown Job Search Club. “People stay in the same company for three years on average,” he adds. “Everyone will eventually have to find another job.” Even […]
