Claris Lam

Stuck indoors due to a winter storm? It can be difficult to find opportunities for work due to weather interfering with in-person appointments, work meetings, and even travelling to the job itself to begin with. However, there are ways you can still level up your career during these snowy times, including taking advantage of virtual […]

Every new year, many people create New Year’s Resolutions – goals they want to reach by the end of the upcoming year. These goals could range from getting a new job to finding better ways to care for yourself. However, waiting for the new year isn’t the only way to properly make goals and plan […]

Navigating holiday job search can be challenging during this busy time of the year. This can be especially nerve-wracking if you’re in a situation where you recently lost your job. However, there are ways to make the job search easier for yourself and the potential employers and clients you want to work with. Finding seasonal […]

Interested in changing up your self-care routine? Consider taking up a creative hobby, such as art. Engaging in art as a hobby can significantly reduce stress and improve mental health. Creative activities also have a social aspect, which can help combat feelings of isolation and loneliness. Additionally, artistic pursuits provide an outlet for expressing emotions […]

People often view apps as distractions from studying, preventing students of all ages from completing their work or acquiring new knowledge. However, some apps can significantly enhance study sessions and aid student learning. Using these apps can make study sessions more engaging and, in some cases, more enjoyable for students. Quizlet Quizlet, a flashcard/quiz app, […]

Studying can be a struggle, but there are easy strategies that can help you pass your classes and raise your grades. The SMART acronym is a strategy for students of all ages to achieve their academic goals. SMART is broken down into five words: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-Bound. When you create a SMART […]

Students go to summer school to either retake a class or take new courses ahead of the next school year. Summer school can be stressful for some students since they must learn an entire school term’s (or year’s) worth of courses in less time than a regular school term. However, summer school doesn’t have to […]

After remote work was introduced, numerous employers recognized a wide range of benefits they desired to maintain.  Remote work provided the convenience of a flexible schedule, opportunities for personal growth, productivity, and quality time with loved ones. Here are some tips you can utilize to maximize the benefits of remote work.  Customize Your Own Work […]

Are you feeling stressed or overwhelmed at home, during your studies, or in the workplace? Meditation is a popular strategy for relieving stress and regulating emotions, and many types of meditation can help you succeed at school and work. Regular meditation practices can help you reduce your negative emotions, help you focus on the present, […]

It can be challenging to figure out your career path, especially when you are just about to graduate high school. Even those in university or college might still need to figure out what to do for their career or at least their initial jobs. However, by taking the time to reflect on what you’re interested […]

Is your desk in need of spring cleaning? It is easy for your desk to be quickly cluttered when full of papers, pencils, and other excessive items that are less useful to you than you think they are. A messy desk or workspace can be detrimental to completing tasks and keeping projects organized, leading to […]

Do you have a new job starting soon, but you have some time before your old job or internship ends and your new one begins? It is common to have time to transition between positions, especially when working several contract jobs, internships, and temporary jobs with varying timelines. This free time between jobs can range […]