Physically finding a job in Canada
#76
Joined: Aug 2005
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Re: Physically finding a job in Canada
Everyone has opinions and views!
If people network for any other gain than a thank you they will surely end up disappointed more often than not, in fact I would tend to say that even a thank you is becoming much more rare! So I only network for free!
Well thank you for your opinion
If people network for any other gain than a thank you they will surely end up disappointed more often than not, in fact I would tend to say that even a thank you is becoming much more rare! So I only network for free!
Well thank you for your opinion
#77
Re: Physically finding a job in Canada
In my husband's employment, there is definitely an element of more than just being friendly, sociable or going camping with the right people. There is seniority which is hugely important, and knowing the right people. Whether you suck up to them, or happen to play hockey with them is not relevant.
My husband recently got a hard-fought-for place on a new department (Lord knows how, because he didn't "network" Talent wins out?! ) but as soon as his confirmation was announced he had people coming out the woodwork, emailing him, shaking his hand in the corridors saying "well done buddy". Some of these people have previously blanked him, ignored him or who he has never met. But now that he has the new post, he might be useful to them in the future and might put in a good word for when they apply next year.
Don't tell me that is a sudden urge to be sociable and friendly to him. That is blatent a*** licking and he's sadly cynical enough to see that. He has always refused to play this game, and finds it quite distasteful. He just slowly wears them all down with his good nature, talent and skills. But it takes longer than the a*** licking route
#78
Re: Physically finding a job in Canada
Network -
1. To interact or engage in informal communication with others for mutual assistance or support.
2. forming business connections and contacts through informal social meetings
3. to meet people
4. to exchange ideas
5. to make contacts
6. to interact
I draw your attention to number 6! Are we interacting? or you wanting a cuddle?
#82
Re: Physically finding a job in Canada
Has anyone just packed their suitcase and arrived and simply cold called
What are the likely hood of an employer being interested in a UK national showing commitment by turning up on their door step?
#84
Re: Physically finding a job in Canada
I think that this is a very valid point and shows that everyone who has or plans to emigrated has indulged in a certain amount of networking. If you cold call anyone they normally knock you back before even giving you a chance. Even if you are headhunted you are involved in the process.
Yelkcub
#86
Joined: Aug 2005
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Re: Physically finding a job in Canada
Sorry. Now that people have proved the point in my second post in this thread I'll leave it alone.
Last edited by Alan2005; Oct 14th 2009 at 9:33 pm.
#87
Re: Physically finding a job in Canada
I am actually in the process of booking a flight to Calgary right now (mrs is doing it on othermeans!)
This is so she can she the country herself and I had every intention of calling a couple potential employers! So Iam very wary that cold calling is the right thing to do?
This is so she can she the country herself and I had every intention of calling a couple potential employers! So Iam very wary that cold calling is the right thing to do?
#88
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Re: Physically finding a job in Canada
I am actually in the process of booking a flight to Calgary right now (mrs is doing it on othermeans!)
This is so she can she the country herself and I had every intention of calling a couple potential employers! So Iam very wary that cold calling is the right thing to do?
This is so she can she the country herself and I had every intention of calling a couple potential employers! So Iam very wary that cold calling is the right thing to do?
I cold called them from Orlando and told them I would be in the area for more than two weeks. Cold calling is doable.
#90
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Joined: Oct 2009
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Re: Physically finding a job in Canada
I am a British national who wants to live in Canada. I have been three times on vacation and bout a newly condo in 2007.
I have tried for months to try and seek employment from the UK, and it has been quite honestly, a waste of time. So I aim to go in Feb for 6 months to get a job that will have a positive LMO outcome.
I am targeting organisations that have jobs on Job bank as I hope and pray that these should have an idea of what an LMO is and are willing to seek one for the right applicant. I.e. me!!
Has anybody else got any experience of just going to gain employment from any companies that will be willing to go through the LMO process?
I have tried for months to try and seek employment from the UK, and it has been quite honestly, a waste of time. So I aim to go in Feb for 6 months to get a job that will have a positive LMO outcome.
I am targeting organisations that have jobs on Job bank as I hope and pray that these should have an idea of what an LMO is and are willing to seek one for the right applicant. I.e. me!!
Has anybody else got any experience of just going to gain employment from any companies that will be willing to go through the LMO process?
I'm targeting BC (Vancouver) because I work for a hotel and BC have a program in place to expedite the LMO for certain jobs - are your familiar with it?? http://www.aved.gov.bc.ca/provincialnominee/welcome.htm
Hope this was helpful.
Toots
PS - they say you don't have to have a work permit!! Oh my!!
Last edited by Fruititoots; Oct 15th 2009 at 8:44 am. Reason: Info update