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Exciting Events for May!


April 27th, 2012 | | Posted by:
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Here are some events from KW east to Toronto that I think you may enjoy! Drop me a line if you want me to post your event: jenna@laudi.com Waterloo Women in Technology – Tapping into Technology HR Tuesday May 1st from 7pm-9pm @ The Tannery Event Center 151 Charles Street West, Kitchener You will have… read more

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Check out this lively RSAnimate, adapted from Dan Pink’s talk at the RSA. The video illustrates the hidden truths behind what really motivates us at home and in the workplace.

Upcoming Events for April


April 11th, 2012 | | Posted by:
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Here are a few tech industry events that I thought may be of interest to our RC readers! If there’s anything you want me to add, drop me a note at jenna@laudi.com Startup Drinks Hamilton 7 April 12th @ 6pm The Winking Judge – 25 Augusta Street in Hamilton StartupDrinks Hamilton is a monthly presentation-free and sponsorship-free networking event for… read more

kristina

Employee referrals are arguably the most effective way for companies today to recruit. Here are the stats:

#1 in quality of applicants
#1 best source of above average applicants
#1 in retention within the 1st year and beyond

What can we learn from the success of referrals to make all of our recruiting efforts better?

Upcoming Events in March


March 1st, 2012 | | Posted by:
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Here’s a list of some cool tech events happening this month in Toronto, Oakville, Kitchener and Guelph. If there’s something you’d like to add for this month, drop me a message at jenna@laudi.com and I’ll be sure to add your event to the list!

kristina

As a recruiter, I see more employment offers in a few months than most people will see in their lifetime – and I’ve seen it all! Whether you’re senior or junior, an executive or an administrator, how you evaluate a job offer is critical: it is not just about the money. Once you decide that… read more

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What you have to understand – as a young student about to struggle for your first real job: Employers are in the midst of an all out panic attack. And it’s your fault. Really. The bond between an employer and employee can run very deep. It is a very reciprocal relationship: you get what you… read more

Where Are They Now? Part IV


February 8th, 2012 | | Posted by:
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In our last installment of “Where Are They Now?” Red Canary got eco-friendly with two of the green start-ups we had profiled in the past. This week we’re looking back at two businesses dedicated to improving global issues; Exit West & TakingITGlobal. Both charitable organizations help support international development, focusing on different demographics. We’re checking… read more

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Something seems different over on LinkedIn. There is an increasing number of profile pictures popping up that blur the line between professional headshots and shameless self-promotion. We’re seeing more skin, make-up and provocative poses than ever before.

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Finding your way to your first job as a new grad is no easy task. There are tons of articles that try and list 5-10 “easy steps” toward getting your first job but I’m not going to be one of those people. Landing your first job is no simple task and it is almost impossible… read more