Career advice

You must be wondering: “Can I or should I network during the COVID-19 pandemic?” Yes, of course you can! Right now is a great opportunity for students, new grads and professionals to network. COVID-19 has impacted all industries and fields but it doesn’t have to impact your career prospects. If you’re a student or a […]

In a perfect world, we’d all get along with our boss and we’d make a sizeable income doing what we loved doing. But in reality, sometimes we end up working under someone who has a leadership style that just doesn’t work. As adults, we realize that it’s impossible to get along with every single person […]

We spend a lot of our time in the workplace (unless you’ve managed to land a sweet remote position), so working in an environment that we find enjoyable can be a major game-changer. In essence, finding the right cultural fit isn’t about becoming best friends with every single person you meet at work. But rather, […]

No experience? No problem! Crafting the perfect resume can be a challenge for anyone, but if you’re a student with little-to-no experience, it can be a nightmare. You want to stand out, you want to get hired, but you’ve got nothing to show that you can do the work. So, what do you do? Before […]

Any recent grad will tell you it’s hard to stand out these days. While trying to set yourself apart from the pack of other like minded entry-level employees might seem impossible, there are many ways you can make an impact early on in your career. Keep reading to find out how. Back to Basics So […]

What is ghosting? Maybe in 2019 it’s redundant to ask, but for those who might not know, ghosting is the practice of ending a relationship by abruptly closing all contact with someone, never to be heard from again. Typically, the term is used in the context of romantic relationships. However, it’s lately also come to […]

Looking for a job is tough! The average job seeker can spend a lot of time writing applications for multiple jobs at different companies. For new grads especially: the less professional experience you have, the more applications you send. It can become quite difficult to keep track of all the places you’ve applied to. So […]

Picture this: It’s your first day on the new job, congrats! You’ve been applying to different positions for weeks, made it through several rounds of interviews, negotiated a job offer – and now you’re finally starting. You met your manager before and seemed to click – everything seemed great. Gingerly, you arrive at your desk […]

The professional world is changing. What used to be a suit and tie company is now a dress shirt type of place. But not always. Did we confuse you? We’re going to try and guide you through the proper dress code for different work-related situations – read on! Job Interview This is the time to dress […]

Gone are the days of it being mandatory to meet someone face to face before hiring them. With technology constantly evolving, remote work has become a new “norm” and increasingly accepted by many forward-thinking organizations. Today’s employees no longer have to “punch clocks” to show that they’re working. Naturally, the evolution of flexible work-life is […]

Summer is officially here – do you have your summer job yet? When the end of the school year winds down, students across Canada begin the tedious and often stressful process of applying for summer jobs, programs and internships. For many students, summer is the time to make the most amount of money possible, working […]

Working with a diverse range of personalities makes for a rewarding career. Having our ideas challenged and learning about different perspectives is one way to gain valuable skills and knowledge. But making different personalities fit together requires some time and effort. Defining your own personality is a good place to start. The Big Five Personality […]