Idiom 13

Too many irons in the fire
Meaning: To be engaged in too many activities at once.
Example: We should have bid on that contract but we were caught with too many irons in the fire.
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On being overqualified

Many foreign-trained professionals who want to continue their career in Canada choose to apply for jobs that are entry-level or intermediate in responsibility. This is a recommended strategy as it provides workers the opportunity to gain Canadian work experience and deepen their understanding of cultural workplace issues.
Employers however can have a different view of hiring [...]

Idiom 12

Hot off the press
Meaning: Information that has newly become public.
Example: The budget forecast is hot off the press.
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Idiom 11

It’s been a while but here is another idiom for you to consider:
At the drop of a hat
Meaning: To respond quickly to new information or changing circumstances.
Example: If we land that new contract we have to be ready to act at the drop of a hat.
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Idiom 10

A Raw Deal
Meaning: An unfair outcome
Example: Dennis got a raw deal when he was passed over for promotion.
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Resume review

If you haven’t’ had a job interview in awhile and have been actively looking for work it may be time to take another look at your resume. I have found some articles that you can use as inspiration for giving your resume a make-over. As always you can ask Dan or myself for help if [...]

Idiom 9

Keep a lid on
Meaning: To keep information private or confidential
Example: Let’s keep a lid on our expansion plans.
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Idiom 8

Pull the plug
Meaning: To discontinue a practice or to stop an event from happening.
Example: This product is not selling well, maybe it’s time to pull the plug.
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Idiom 7

On the same page
Meaning: To be in agreement.
Example: Before we have our conference call, let’s make sure we are all on the same page about staffing issues.
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Idiom 6

Muddy the waters
Meaning: To make something unclear or confusing
Example: Putting a new system in place now will just muddy the waters.
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