Job interviews are a two-way street. While the company is evaluating you, you should also be assessing whether the role, team, and culture align with your goals. Asking thoughtful questions can set you apart from other candidates and give you critical insights into what working there would actually be like. Here are 12 powerful questions
Most employees walk into their 1-on-1s expecting their manager to lead the conversation. But what if you could flip the script and use these meetings to showcase your leadership potential? Here’s a simple framework to make your 1-on-1s work for your career growth: 👇 ✅ 3 Accomplishments from the Past Week🔹 Quantify your impact whenever possible.🔹 Include any positive feedback you’ve
Okay, let me get one thing straight: I’ve recently read more ”results-driven team players” on CVs as a recruiter than I can count. And let me tell you, most of them look like the same robot wrote them. AI tools like ChatGPT or Claude can create your resume, but if you’re not careful, your resume will look like all the other AI-written resumes. As an example,
Welcome to Valentine’s Day 2025! When I think of Valentine’s Day, I think of love, roses and my mother. One of my favourite quotes from Shakespeare’s play, Romeo and Juliet, which encompasses both love and roses, is as follows: “What’s in a name? That which we call a rose, by any other word would smell
Time theft occurs when employees receive compensation for hours they haven’t actually worked, leading to financial losses for employers and termination and potential legal consequences for employees. Time theft has been a term since 1996. It has become more prominent since COVID in 2020 when workers were forced to work from home. In Canada, with
As we step into 2025, Direct IT Recruiting sends heartfelt wishes for a year filled with joy, health, and success. Take a moment to reflect on the progress and milestones of 2024—each achievement is a stepping stone toward even greater things. We’re excited to see what the future holds and look forward to supporting your career journey
At the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, Remembrance Day is a time to reflect on and honour the courageous men and women who served our country, ensuring its strength and freedom. This solemn occasion invites all Canadians to pause and reflect on the values that unite us: freedom, democracy, and
To all my valued clients, candidates, professional friends, and family, I wish you a Happy Thanksgiving. I am grateful to all of you for your continued patronage and support. This is Direct IT Recruiting’s 17th year of business and counting! Thanksgiving is one of my favourite times of year because I enjoy the colourful fall leaves. I
Happy September, everyone! Whether you’re returning to school, getting ready for new projects kicking off or starting a new job, September is a bustling month. With the end of the calendar year soon approaching and the last quarter of the year beginning, September offers you lots of opportunities to kickstart your career. Take the time
Happy August, everyone! This year, I wanted to share a story about my childhood. When I was growing up in Coverdale, New Brunswick, I lived on a dairy farm. Farming is hard work, and I know that my time living on the family farm instilled in me a strong work ethic that I carry to
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