The high demand for hardworking, skilled information technology professionals means that the industry outlook is looking promising for Canadian job seekers. Still, demand doesn’t necessarily rule out competition – and if you are heading out a tech-industry job search, you want to do everything you can to stand out. Have you ever considered working with […]
The information technology (IT) sector is an excellent field to be situated in this year. The combination of technological advancements coupled with increasing demand for technical skills is leading to vast opportunity growth in the industry. Canada’s tech sector in particular is booming. In 2019, it was named the fastest growing industry in the country. […]
When running a business, you know firsthand that there is always room for improvement to staying a cut above the rest – and sometimes that means temporarily handing over the reigns. Contrary to what some people might think, working with a business strategy coach is not a sign of weakness or incompetence. In reality, it’s […]
Hiring the right employee can be a daunting task, especially in the field of information technology (IT). Potential candidates may sound great on paper, but how do you know if they are the well-rounded hire your business needs to succeed? There has been a surge in the emphasis on soft skill importance. When looking for […]
With a new year comes new opportunities. As your staffing agency continues to grow into 2019, you may be wondering what the road ahead has in store for you. If you’re just thinking about jumping into this industry, you might be wondering if now is really the best time. Download the Ultimate Guide for Independent […]
Large and small businesses alike can benefit from reviewing their processes to establish more fluidity in their business approach and re-activeness. Being able to ‘turn on a dime’ has never been truer than trying to maintain prosperity in an ever-changing environment. Louis Carter, Founder of Best Practice Institute, narrowed down five important business disciplines to […]
In almost every industry, sales skills are important. Mechanics need sales skills to drive in customers, technicians need sales skills to ramp up business, and sales people themselves eat, sleep and breathe sales. What separates a good sales person from a poor one? Here at NLG, we want to offer some advice on how to […]
“Don’t let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game.” Easier said than done right? Fear is an emotion that holds us back from reaching our goals and living to our full potential. It can stop us in our tracks and prevent us from applying for that job, talking to that business […]
You may know the benefits of a business coach but how exactly do you pick the right one? You want someone who will understand you and your business and help take you to the Next Level. So, what do you need in that coach? Inside Business offers a list of five qualities to look for […]
One of the things many of us struggle with when working towards our professional goals is keeping track of time. Procrastination is an epidemic! Luckily there is a way to get over this learned behaviour. Here at NLG, we’re happy to offer you some tips to manage your time! 1) Plan out your day Even […]