How to deal with accepting lower pay job to keep working?
Hello guys, Last year I was working as a Inventory control/Logistic Associate making around $18/hour and was laid off from job after company restructuring and got Employment Insurance; went through...
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In my role, I've been tasked with the job of developing a helpdesk/workflow database that allows us to to track items, people, locations, etc. through multiple processes. You may be familiar with tools...
View ArticleWho can I talk to?
Hello. I am deadly concerned about my job and I fear there is nothing I can do. I have invested three months into online searches for who I can/should talk to, what I should say, and when I should say...
View ArticleCrius Financial Services Corp "Financial Advisor Trainee"
I applied for the position financial advisor trainee. Got an email back for interview, but I'm not so sure about this now. It sounds like a job where I have to ask my friends and family to buy...
View Articleare there IT professional forums?
Hello, I'm looking for forums specifically for IT professionals in Toronto, does this exist? A place for developers? Thanks
View ArticleNotice Period - Contract Question
A few years ago I signed a contract noting that I would give one month's written notice prior to the last day I will be available to work in my position with the organization. How enforceable is it if...
View ArticleAsk me anything about Consulting
I noticed the topic of careers in consulting coming up more often lately. I've been working in the consulting industry for a long time for various firms, and involved in recruitment. Please feel free...
View ArticleLooking for a higher level job
I'm currently a manager, but I'm treated like I'm less than that by the other managers in my workplace. They talk down to me. Now, I am considering applying for other jobs for a more senior management...
View ArticleHow to get into the Film Industry !! Need Help !!
Hi im really interested in getting into the film industry. I have no experience in the field but would like to gain some. however im studying at sfu in a field that has nothing to do with the film...
View ArticleServer salary
Currently I am a collage student and I work as a security guard and get paid a flat rate of $16 I get to pick the shifts and the works is really just me watching shows for free and waiting for...
View ArticleTranslator career or teaching English abroad
I don't hear much about Translators as a career, but it seems like something that will be in demand for a long time. I currently speak two languages, but wouldn't mind learning another. As for teaching...
View ArticleEngineering Tech Diploma's
Hello folks! How valuable is a diploma in a field such as civil, chemical, or electrical engineering? (from SAIT, NAIT) Is it something worth doing, or would it almost be better to just go into a trade...
View ArticleJust had a phone interview with Telus...
I believe it went well!! It was for the position of Sales Representative. The assistant manager said she would "call back either way" but I'm taking that with a grain of salt. How long before the next...
View Articlehow would you deal with this career situation?
worked in a company. I reported to a project manager who reported to a boss (we had same shared boss). This project manager had it as his strategy to bad mouth me to make himself look better in front...
View Articlehusband is new in Canada and having a hard time getting his first job
Hello, my husband just arrived in Canada 3 months ago and he has been having a hard time getting employed. He is willing to do any odd jobs but employers have been requiring him to present a "Canadian...
View ArticleBeing called for an interview for a non-existent job
Has this ever happened to anyone here? You apply for a job, the employer calls you a month later for an interview. You check the job posting and it says the job is not available! Does this mean the...
View ArticleProrated vacation calculation
Hello guys, Need some advise on something I resign from my company located in Toronto effective June 4th I got my last pay stub and ROE and I do not feel they calculated the vacation accurately. I was...
View ArticleWhen "Apply in Person" May Not Be Ideal
So, I hear the advice, "go in person to so-and-so and introduce yourself, drop off your resume, etc." a lot...I wanted to start a thread that informs people when it's not ideal or appropriate. I have...
View ArticleClean Technology Sector in Ontario
Hi, I am interested in the Clean Technology Sector in Ontario. I have a few related questions and I would be grateful if someone can guide me. 1) What are the local and global trends impacting the...
View ArticleIs there such a job/career like this?
I am sure there is, but I have been looking at some many careers including, but not limited to: - Software Programmer - Web Designer - Network Administrator - Electrician - Purchaser - Financial...
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