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Chief Executive Officer (non-profit) – COMING SOON

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This CEO opportunity will open for applications next soon. In the meantime, if you are interested in finding out more about this opportunity, please email [email protected] to register your interest. We will then email you once the role goes live to market. We thank all applicants who apply, however only those shortlisted will be contacted. For […]

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Understanding Candidate Relationship Management

Understanding Candidate Relationship Management - Summit Search Group - Staffing Agency Canada

The professional world is built on relationships. Maintaining the strength of these relationships is just as important between employers and job seekers as it is between coworkers or business partners. This is what candidate relationship management is about, and the right tools can help.   The Core Concept   One particularly hot topic in recruitment […]

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Why Employers Should Use the New and Improved LinkedIn Pages

Why Employers Should Use the New and Improved LinkedIn Pages - Summit Search Group - Staffing Agency Canada

LinkedIn is one of the most influential online tools for today’s professionals, and like any good web-based resource, it’s continuously evolving. The platform has recently rolled out Pages, a new way to build professional communities. Here’s why it’s a must-have for any employer.   Better Engagement   One particularly exciting aspect of Pages is that […]

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3 Tips for Building an Effective Talent Pool

3 Tips for Building an Effective Talent Pool - Summit Search Group - Staffing Agency Canada

The success of your recruitment strategy depends considerably on how you source your talent. Among the many factors at play in your approach to sourcing, your talent pool should occupy a fair share of your attention. So, how do you create the most effective talent pool that you can?   Think Proactively   It’s a […]

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Why Your Company Needs a Recruitment Plan. Now.

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If we scanned the brain of your average business owner or CEO, employee recruitment would probably be at the bottom of their priority list. But now, due to the country’s record low unemployment rate (5,6%), this attitude is about to change. Canadian business owners need to start taking employee recruitment seriously if they hope to […]

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3 Things Employers Do That Scare Away Good Candidates

3 Things Employers Do That Scare Away Good Candidates - Summit Seacrh Group - Staffing Agency Calgary

Finding the best candidate for an open position is not an easy task, especially if you have a large volume of applicants. As a hiring manager or business owner, your job will be considerably more difficult if you scare away your candidates with any of these three mistakes.   Poor Communication & Organization   You […]

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Are Job Fairs a Waste of Time?

Are Job Fairs a Waste of Time? - Summit Search Group - Staffing Agency Calgary

With so many ways to define and direct your career path as a job candidate, it’s not always easy to tell which tools and resources are worth your while. Job fairs, for instance, may not have the kind of influence they once did, but does that mean they should be eliminated from your search?   […]

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3 Underrated Job Search Tips

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There’s no single piece of advice that will guarantee you your dream job, but staying open to an input will always help you sharpen your job search practices. Some tips are more obvious than others, so let’s take a look at a few that typically aren’t addressed as often as they should be.   Go […]

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Are You Making Any of These Recruitment Mistakes?

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Finding truly great talent isn’t easy, but the stronger an awareness you have of common wrong turns, the more you’ll be able to move in the right direction. No one’s perfect and mistakes are bound to happen, but here are a few that you should always do your best to avoid nonetheless.   Relying on […]

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5 Common Networking Mistakes

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Every job seeker needs a skill set relevant to the kind of work they’re looking for, but there is also a skill set needed for the process of job seeking itself. One of the most important is the ability to network effectively. See how much further you can get by avoiding these mistakes. Prioritizing Quantity […]

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