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December 5th, 2011

Using LinkedIn in your Job Search

Did you know that 85% of available jobs are never advertised?

LinkedIn is a site that allows you to connect to people you know.  It also allows you to see profiles of anyone else on LinkedIn, and gives you ways to connect to them.

Profile- Completely fill out your biography, about me section, interests, skills, etc. Many recruiters and employers use search tools to find candidates that match the job description using keywords and phrases

Upload a professional profile photo. Help others get to know you by putting a photo in your profile. A close-up, professional headshot should do the trick.

Company Search- One of the best ways to use LinkedIn is if you have a very specific company you are interested in. You search on that company, and hopefully find people who are connected to other people you know

Don’t be afraid to add a person to your network and send and introductory InMail and ask for a referral

May 27th, 2011

Canada Post Relocates to Richmond Causes Job Loss in Downtown Vancouver

Canada Post has announced a plan to relocation up to 1,200 jobs to Richmond.Canada Post has announced a plan to relocate up to 1,200 jobs to Richmond.

Canada Post has announced that they would move their base of operation from Downtown Vancouver to the neighbouring city, Richmond. Although this is a very good news for the residents of Richmond, many have expressed their concerns over the potential job loss in Downtown Vancouver.

Mayor Gregor Robertson
Mayor Gregor Robertson

This does not bode well especially for Vancouver Mayor, Gregor Robertson, who has promised to create as many as 20,000 jobs in Vancouver area. Empty promises and empty buildings can only foreshadow a bumpy ride for Mayor Gregor during the next election.

Source: City Caucas
Pictures: SolarBC,

May 27th, 2011

Perks of promoting from within


Here is a great article from BCjobs.ca on promoting staff from within.

January 18th, 2011

Advice: Social Media Searches

A little advice from Workopolis and Employment Paper on how to better navigate social media while job searching!

Read Here:
http://www.employmentinvancouver.com/index.php/advice/53-howto/705-social-media-searches

January 17th, 2011

Job Hunting Emails: Stay Professional

A reminder to always maintain a professional style when emailing regarding jobs or inquiries.

http://career-advice.monster.ca/job-hunt-strategy/getting-started/formal-language-in-job-hunting-emails/article.aspx

January 17th, 2011

Advice: Job Hunting Etiquette

Being appreciative, following up and saying thanks. Good advice in life and in job hunting, whether dealing with your recruiter, resume writing services or anyone else you encounter along your search.

Read on:

http://career-advice.monster.ca/job-hunt-strategy/professional-networking/on-job-hunting-recruiters-and-minding-your-manners/article.aspx?HPS=4_5C3JobHuntStrategyTips

January 17th, 2011

Find Jobs with Your iPhone

Monster and many job search engines have ways to keep you connected to the latest job postings (even iTunes is previewing an interview app)…
Here’s Monster’s step-by-step instructions on how to get their iPhone app.

http://hotjobs.yahoo.com/career-articles-monster_iphone_app_find_jobs_with_your_iphone-1475