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Is your head in the Cloud?

Check out this clip (2:59) from CityTV News today of Geoff Bagg and Tom Hayes discussing cloud computing and the impact it is having on those employed in I.T.

On April 12th, 2012 Geoff Bagg, CEO, The Bagg Group, channeled his inner ‘Bob The Builder’ and joined 24 of Toronto’s top CEO’s to launch National Volunteer Week by building homes with Habitat for Humanity Toronto.  Trading in their smartphones for hard hats to build homes for six low-income families, Geoff and the other participating CEO’s saw National Volunteer Week as an important time to step up to the plate, roll up their sleeves and do something for others.

Habitat Toronto relies on volunteers to build affordable homes. With the affordable housing crisis at an all-time high, so is the need for volunteers. Events like National Volunteer Week are important in raising awareness toward the essential role of volunteerism.

Check out more photos from the event here.

Please enjoy the following clip of Geoff Bagg on The Morning Show on Global News this morning between 7:10 and 7:20am, with hosts Liza Fromer, Dave Gerry, Kris Reyes and Daru Dhillon. As well as discussing the shape of the current job market, Geoff shared tips and tricks on how to make yourself more hireable.

Watch this morning’s segment here.

You can read more about Geoff’s top tips and strategies in Global’s article Top 5 ways to be more employable.

We have a job opportunity available immediately at a PCB electronics company.  Looking for 10 people to start as soon as possible.

When: Tuesday April 10, 2012 from 1:00-4:00 PM

Where: YMCA SENECA, Suite 201, 3660 Midland Ave., Scarborough, ON

Job duties:
- Assemble electronic PCB components in a fast paced environment
- General help where needed (Quality Control, Testing, etc)
- Ability to read and follow instructions

Required:
- Previous Assembly experience or electronics/engineering educational background is preferred
- Excellent English (Verbal and Written) communication skills
- Detail oriented (Speed and Accuracy)
- Multitasking skills
- Steel toe boots required

The shifts available are day shifts. $11.00/hr.

Please bring resume & ID with you.

We look forward to seeing you there!

The Bagg Group General Managers, Jackie Chua and Joanne Boucher, discuss the importance of internships and how they can get you ahead in your career this week in The Globe and Mail.

Internships and co-op experiences are considered big plusses by employers… Candidates come across as more mature and job-ready when they have business experience under their belt.

Read more here: First things first: Getting a foot in the door

Are you considering skills, drive, and fit when hiring candidates?

Read Geoff Bagg’s opinion on the only three job interview questions that matter as mentioned in this recent article on Workpolis.

March 19 – Workopolis: The only three job interview questions that matter

The Bagg Group is now hiring people right away for a large manufacturing company in Markham. If you are interested, our door is open to come in and complete our registration forms!

When: Wednesday March 21, 2012 from 8:00AM – 4:00PM

Where: The Bagg Group Markham Branch, 3000 Steeles Ave East, Suite 100 (corner of Woodbine and Steeles)

WE ARE HIRING:
- General Labours
- Electronic Assembly Line Workers
- Warehouse (Shipping and Receiving)

Positions are located in Markham. The shifts available are day shift.

Must have excellent communication skills.
Must have safety shoes.

Please bring resume & photo ID with you.

We look forward to meeting you!

Please see the profile on The Bagg Group, a second generation owned and operated Canadian company, in today’s National Post.

President & Chief Executive, Geoff Bagg, says remaining family-owned helped foster a more personal culture in his business, which handles fulltime placement, temporary staffing and IT consulting.

Read more: National Post 3-19-2012 Growth in the Bagg