Linda Gardner, CHRL
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Quinn McCutcheon
Working with Linda is one of the BEST decisions I have ever made for myself and for my career. I wish I had started working with her YEARS ago! The tools she has taught me has instilled confidence in my approach to resume building, job searching and interviewing. She has been so patient, kind and generous with her time and knowledge. She makes overwhelming tasks somehow seem bite sized and sets her clients up for success.This experience has been more transformative than I could have hoped for. I have recommended her to all of my family and friends who are in need of career guidance. I am so happy to have had the opportunity to work with Linda and I will not hesitate to book more sessions in the future.
Jennifer Rajpura
I worked with Linda on my resume. She was able to give me advice that I had not thought of before. I've been using the same template since undergrad and Linda helped me take a different look at it considering I have been been working for 13 years. She reminded me how important it is to structure my resume that not only shows my current responsibilities at work but my accomplishments. I highly recommend any to work with Linda.
LinkedIn User
Linda is a fantastic career coach who goes the extra mile to look into tiny details that will help elevate your application for any organization. She helped me review my resume and highlighted things I would have not considered otherwise. The recommended changes were very useful and helpful in creating a polished resume. I highly recommend Linda for anyone looking to update your resume or cover letter or to even guide you on job application techniques and tricks of the trade.
Quinn McCutcheon
Working with Linda is one of the BEST decisions I have ever made for myself and for my career. I wish I had started working with her YEARS ago! The tools she has taught me has instilled confidence in my approach to resume building, job searching and interviewing. She has been so patient, kind and generous with her time and knowledge. She makes overwhelming tasks somehow seem bite sized and sets her clients up for success.This experience has been more transformative than I could have hoped for. I have recommended her to all of my family and friends who are in need of career guidance. I am so happy to have had the opportunity to work with Linda and I will not hesitate to book more sessions in the future.
Jennifer Rajpura
I worked with Linda on my resume. She was able to give me advice that I had not thought of before. I've been using the same template since undergrad and Linda helped me take a different look at it considering I have been been working for 13 years. She reminded me how important it is to structure my resume that not only shows my current responsibilities at work but my accomplishments. I highly recommend any to work with Linda.
LinkedIn User
Linda is a fantastic career coach who goes the extra mile to look into tiny details that will help elevate your application for any organization. She helped me review my resume and highlighted things I would have not considered otherwise. The recommended changes were very useful and helpful in creating a polished resume. I highly recommend Linda for anyone looking to update your resume or cover letter or to even guide you on job application techniques and tricks of the trade.
Quinn McCutcheon
Working with Linda is one of the BEST decisions I have ever made for myself and for my career. I wish I had started working with her YEARS ago! The tools she has taught me has instilled confidence in my approach to resume building, job searching and interviewing. She has been so patient, kind and generous with her time and knowledge. She makes overwhelming tasks somehow seem bite sized and sets her clients up for success.This experience has been more transformative than I could have hoped for. I have recommended her to all of my family and friends who are in need of career guidance. I am so happy to have had the opportunity to work with Linda and I will not hesitate to book more sessions in the future.
Jennifer Rajpura
I worked with Linda on my resume. She was able to give me advice that I had not thought of before. I've been using the same template since undergrad and Linda helped me take a different look at it considering I have been been working for 13 years. She reminded me how important it is to structure my resume that not only shows my current responsibilities at work but my accomplishments. I highly recommend any to work with Linda.
LinkedIn User
Linda is a fantastic career coach who goes the extra mile to look into tiny details that will help elevate your application for any organization. She helped me review my resume and highlighted things I would have not considered otherwise. The recommended changes were very useful and helpful in creating a polished resume. I highly recommend Linda for anyone looking to update your resume or cover letter or to even guide you on job application techniques and tricks of the trade.
Quinn McCutcheon
Working with Linda is one of the BEST decisions I have ever made for myself and for my career. I wish I had started working with her YEARS ago! The tools she has taught me has instilled confidence in my approach to resume building, job searching and interviewing. She has been so patient, kind and generous with her time and knowledge. She makes overwhelming tasks somehow seem bite sized and sets her clients up for success.This experience has been more transformative than I could have hoped for. I have recommended her to all of my family and friends who are in need of career guidance. I am so happy to have had the opportunity to work with Linda and I will not hesitate to book more sessions in the future.
Jennifer Rajpura
I worked with Linda on my resume. She was able to give me advice that I had not thought of before. I've been using the same template since undergrad and Linda helped me take a different look at it considering I have been been working for 13 years. She reminded me how important it is to structure my resume that not only shows my current responsibilities at work but my accomplishments. I highly recommend any to work with Linda.
LinkedIn User
Linda is a fantastic career coach who goes the extra mile to look into tiny details that will help elevate your application for any organization. She helped me review my resume and highlighted things I would have not considered otherwise. The recommended changes were very useful and helpful in creating a polished resume. I highly recommend Linda for anyone looking to update your resume or cover letter or to even guide you on job application techniques and tricks of the trade.
Credentials
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ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 Transition Training
Strategies for the Environment Inc.Jul, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
Human Resource Professional Leader (CHRL)
HRPAOct, 2013- Nov, 2024 -
CHRL
HRPA - Human Resources Professionals Association
Experience
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Your Next Career With Linda
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Canada
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Professional Training and Coaching
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1 - 100 Employee
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Career Coach | Founder
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Oct 2020 - Present
Ask Yourself...Do I feel undervalued, unappreciated, and am looking for a change?Am I stuck in a role where I can no longer advance my career?Am I unsatisfied with my job but concerned about making the next move as I don’t even know where to start?I hear you! The first step is to shift your mindset and acknowledge that change is good and necessary for career growth. Most importantly, you owe it to yourself! Looking for excuses and pushing it off to another day will turn into weeks, then months, then years… you get the point. Don’t delay in investing in your future career and make a change today! When you sign up with Your Next Career with Linda, you will have my expertise and support. I will be available within reach for all your career-related questions. Whether its questions on how to approach tough interview questions or how to negotiate for a competitive compensation package, I will be here to guide and support you via video call, text and email.👉 Ready to take your career to the next level?Book a FREE 30-minute career assessment call today at https://bit.ly/3OeSQFuI look forward to connecting with you!
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Career Coach
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Oct 2020 - Present
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Teknion
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Canada
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Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Human Resources Business Partner
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Apr 2018 - Aug 2020
As one of top leaders within the industry, Teknion designs furniture that works across boundaries, products that fit within any architectural envelope and work culture. A versatile and integrated portfolio supports collaborative spaces and those where people work alone. Teknion’s corporate headquarters are based in Toronto, Ontario; U.S. headquarters are in Mount Laurel, New Jersey; and our European head office is in London. Teknion has sales offices, showrooms, manufacturing and warehousing facilities in Canada, the U.S., the U.K., India, Russia and Malaysia, and continues to expand into Europe, the Middle East, Central and South America, the Caribbean and the Pacific Rim.
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Delica North America
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United States
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Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Human Resources Generalist
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May 2015 - Feb 2018
Oak Leaf Confections is one of the leading manufacturers of ball gums, tablet gums, pressed dextrose candies, and jawbreakers. In 1998, Oak Leaf Confections was acquired by Sweetworks Inc. recently known as Niagara Chocolates. This 148,000 sq. ft. facility is located in Scarborough, ON and has approximately 240 employees. Early in 2014, Chocolat Frey AG, the number one company in the Swiss chocolate market acquired the majority of the stock of Oak Leaf and SweetWorks®. Oak Leaf Confections is one of the leading manufacturers of ball gums, tablet gums, pressed dextrose candies, and jawbreakers. In 1998, Oak Leaf Confections was acquired by Sweetworks Inc. recently known as Niagara Chocolates. This 148,000 sq. ft. facility is located in Scarborough, ON and has approximately 240 employees. Early in 2014, Chocolat Frey AG, the number one company in the Swiss chocolate market acquired the majority of the stock of Oak Leaf and SweetWorks®.
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Toshiba Tec Canada Business Solutions Inc.
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Canada
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Information Technology & Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Human Resources Specialist
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May 2013 - Apr 2015
Toshiba of Canada Limited is a subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation, one of the world's leading diversified electric/electronic manufacturers. Headquartered in Markham, Ontario, Toshiba of Canada is a digital technology leader with a wide range of products and solutions for businesses of all sizes including: Notebooks, Digital Signage, Commercial Panels, Uninterruptible Power Systems, Multi-Function Printers, Document Solutions, Point of Sale Systems, Barcode Printers, Surveillance Systems, Telecommunications and Medical Imaging equipment. Throughout its history, Toshiba’s commitment to technological and environmental innovations has distinguished the corporation from its competitors. The headquarter is in Markham, ON with external offices in Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, Regina, Winnipeg, Saskatoon, Yorkton, Ottawa, Quebec City, and Montreal.
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Metafore
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Canada
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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1 - 100 Employee
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National Talent Acquisition Specialist (contract)
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Sep 2012 - Apr 2013
Metafore, a subsidiary of Hartco Inc. (TSX: HCI), has been delivering information technology solutions to private-and public-sector organizations of every size for more than 25 years, with nine locations across the country. As one of Canada's leading IT solution providers, Metafore designs, supplies, installs and supports IT infrastructure solutions that contribute to improved productivity and overall business performance. Metafore, a subsidiary of Hartco Inc. (TSX: HCI), has been delivering information technology solutions to private-and public-sector organizations of every size for more than 25 years, with nine locations across the country. As one of Canada's leading IT solution providers, Metafore designs, supplies, installs and supports IT infrastructure solutions that contribute to improved productivity and overall business performance.
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Roevin, a division of Adecco Employment Services Limited.
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Staffing and Recruiting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Recruitment Consultant
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Aug 2010 - Sep 2012
Roevin is one of Canada’s largest engineering, technical and IT employment providers, specializing in the supply of construction and operations management, skilled engineering, technical, IT, and trades personnel. With more than 35 years of experience, Roevin is the tried and trusted partner in managing the complete process of connecting the best people with the right businesses. Roevin is one of Canada’s largest engineering, technical and IT employment providers, specializing in the supply of construction and operations management, skilled engineering, technical, IT, and trades personnel. With more than 35 years of experience, Roevin is the tried and trusted partner in managing the complete process of connecting the best people with the right businesses.
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Volkswagen Group Canada Inc.
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Canada
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Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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200 - 300 Employee
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Human Resources Coordinator (contract)
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Aug 2008 - Aug 2009
Volkswagen Group Canada Inc. is a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG headquartered in Wolfsburg, Germany. VGCA was founded in 1952 and it is one of the world’s largest producers of passenger cars and is Europe’s largest automaker. Volkswagen Group Canada Inc. is a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG headquartered in Wolfsburg, Germany. VGCA was founded in 1952 and it is one of the world’s largest producers of passenger cars and is Europe’s largest automaker.
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Education
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HRPA
Return to the Workplace: Mandating Vaccines in Your Workplace Series -
York University - Osgoode Hall Law School
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Workplace Safety and Prevention Services
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St. John Ambulance
First Aid and CPR with AED Level A -
Occupational Safety Group Inc.
JHSC Certification -
McMaster University
Bachelor of Commerce, Human Resources, minor in Geography -
Human Resources Professional Association (HRPA)
CHRL -
McMaster University
Bachelor of Commerce - BCom, Human Resources Management and Services