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As we enter into a new decade, you may be ready to start your career or explore new opportunities. Whatever your reason may be, we’re here to support you in your job search! To help you, here are 5 simple tips on how to better streamline your job search and make the most of your […]

Life is stressful and busy. Sooner or later, we all need a break. And while many of us turn to television, there are some really great alternatives for a mental break that don’t involve hanging out with the Kardashians. It seems that our standard operating procedure for relaxing and taking a break these days is […]

Do you long to work in many industries throughout your career? Think that making a switch might be next to impossible? You’re actually more likely to change jobs and industries than you think. According to recent studies, the average Canadian holds a whopping 15 jobs throughout their career! If you feel you’re ready to make […]

When you’re a student, money can be tight and your schedule can be even tighter. So, while you want to bring in some extra cash you don’t want to jeopardize your GPA or the search for your dream job. What’s a millennial to do? Fire up all cylinders and get yourself a “side hustle.” While […]

Exams are finally over, but what should you do now? There’s no sense in worrying about test results until they come out, so don’t feel guilty about taking a break! It’s important to relax and check-in with yourself after a stressful exam season. Studying for exams after a long semester drains a lot of mental […]

Burnout is no joking matter. And as a student working hard, maybe also working a part-time job, you’re at risk for running yourself into the ground if you don’t take the time to actually take care of yourself. The worst part about burnout is that it sneaks up on you. It can happen without you […]

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, […]

When you hear about volunteering as a student, you may be thinking: “But… volunteer opportunities aren’t paid!” “It’s impractical to volunteer so much time for an interest” “It would probably be better for my resume to have paid experience instead”. Although these are easy to believe because you’ve heard them so often, they aren’t always […]

Online learning is a great way to have a more flexible class schedule, which can give you the time you need to work on or off-campus, meet your friends, go to office hours, complete assignments as well as listen and watch lectures in your own time. There are a burgeoning number of online courses being […]

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 […]

Even with education, landing an entry-level job presents a big challenge. A lot of job postings for entry-level positions, if not all, require you to have at least a year or more of related job experience. But, how are you supposed to get experience in the first place? This has been an issue professionals have […]