career development

Does the idea of putting yourself out there through networking intimidate you? Does interacting with strangers through small talk for the purpose of growing your career make you anxious? If you said ‘yes’ to either question, know you are not alone! Networking opens many doors of opportunities, yet it is an intimidating act for many […]

Vale is a global mining company headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. They are leaders in the production of iron ore and one of the largest global producers of nickel. In Canada, Vale employs approximately 6,000 people at sites in Manitoba, Ontario, and Newfoundland and Labrador, where they produce the metals that are critical to […]

Trying to land a management role? Use these tips to avoid common mistakes and quickly secure the promotion you desire! Do Let Them Know You’re Interested in Management It’s possible that your manager may not be aware of all the suitable options for the management team. Even if the job was posted on the website, […]

Halloween is an exciting and spooky holiday for many people. Some people’s love for Halloween goes beyond the coloured candies or witch costumes—instead, people enjoy the festivities. How many holidays exist where people can dress up in funky costumes, wear ridiculous makeup, or gorge on delicious, sweet treats? When exploring different careers, those who love […]

Most students attending colleges and universities are considered youth, but a growing number of prospective students return to the classroom after years of working. Defined as mature students, these individuals are not applying to programs directly out of high school. Attending school as a mature student is slowly becoming the norm, as society realizes that […]

Hobbies are great for unwinding after a long day of work or relaxing, but did you know they can also help you with your future employment? Hobbies can showcase your hard and soft skills on your resume, making you more appealing as a potential employee to employers. Some hobbies can even translate into side hustles […]

School may be out for the summer, but don’t let the learning end in the classroom. Besides taking up some productive hobbies during the summer, there are a ton of skills to upgrade that will be useful for the classroom and your career. Get your brain ready to upgrade (or learn) these 5 skills during […]

Trying to make your side hustle into a full time job can seem impossible. Where do you even start, and how do you get your brand out there?  It all starts with making the time.  Make time for it! Often, people want to make their side hustle into their full time job, but they haven’t […]

It’s easy to be intimidated by using LinkedIn. What are the hidden faux-pas? What should and shouldn’t you do? How do you even get connections? It’s really not as hard as it seems!  Here are some tips on how you can make LinkedIn work for you: Getting started with LinkedIn When you’re first crafting your […]

Everyone’s dad considers themselves an expert in the workforce. But how much do their tips apply today? This Father’s Day we’re investigating these tips! Should you follow your Dad’s advice, or are those old-fashion tips better off in the past? You’re about to learn exactly which of those old tips are actually helpful! Dad’s Workforce […]

As the school year comes to an end, many students decide to take a gap year as the next step in their journey. A gap year usually occurs after high school, and students can take a semester or a year away from their regular studies to work, volunteer, or travel. Here are three ways you […]

In this editorial piece, you will get the inside scoop from the perspective of a Global Trainee Program Coordinator and one of the Trainees she recruited. Chelsea Hill – Talent Management Analyst / Global Trainee Program Coordinator In 2019, we hired 7 Vale Global Trainees across Canada to help transform our business by bringing forward […]