Employer Insights

Anyone who knows me knows how much I love to learn. Curiosity and a deep drive to understand things have always guided my career. It is how I grow, connect, and find purpose in my work.  I had the opportunity to step inside a recruitment agency and see how recruitment truly works from the inside out, in partnership with Express Employment in Whitby, ON . After years of working in HR, career development, and talent management, this was my first inside look at the full ecosyst

Introduction In 2012, as part of my academic work, I wrote an article called Apagão de Talentos , which translates to “Talent Shortage.” At the time, the concept referred to a looming lack of skilled professionals that could disrupt business growth. Over a decade later, these same themes remain not only relevant but also among the top concerns for businesses worldwide. Why 2012 Was Already a Turning Point Even then, companies were beginning to recognize: Demographics matter.

Work is evolving faster than ever. Technology, economic uncertainty, and shifting workforce expectations are reshaping how companies hire and how talents should think about their careers. For early talents especially, the future of work demands a mindset shift: from applying for roles to positioning themselves as experts who deliver results. 1. AI: From Threat to Amplifier AI agents are no longer just experiments. They are already reshaping how people work. Example : A produc

Most people think the role of an HR Business Partner (HRBP)  belongs only in large corporations with thousands of employees and massive...

Hiring students and early talent is only half the equation. The real challenge many employers face is attracting them in the first place....

Many small and mid-sized businesses hesitate to hire students or early talent because of perceived challenges such as extra training,...