Entering the Workforce After Post-Graduation - Style Nine to Five

Make the Most of the Post-Graduation Unemployment Period

So, you’re done school and it’s time to enter the workforce – except, you can’t. It’s not as easy as it sounded. You’re customizing cover letter after cover letter and embarking on a never-ending job hunt only to constantly turn up empty. When you’re putting tons of work into your applications and not even getting […]

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Anita Hosanna - Fashion Stylist - UX Design

I’m a Fashion Stylist. So, Why Am I Pivoting Into UX Design?

Well, I started styling in university while completing a bachelor’s in political science and a master’s in social work. I was drawn to fashion and it quickly became one of my favourite forms of expression. Before freelancing as a stylist and creative consultant, helping businesses and entrepreneurs with their visual representation and content creation, my […]

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4 Best Practices for Holding Exit Interviews - Style Nine to Five

4 Best Practices for Holding Exit Interviews

There are loads of great reasons to interview people prior to hiring them to work for your company, but what about when they leave? You might think you know everything you need to know about an employee once they’ve handed in their notice, but if you think you don’t need to hold an exit interview, […]

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Maximize Your Resume & Cover Letter for Changing Industries - Style Nine to Five

Maximize Your Resume & Cover Letter for Changing Industries

Realizing your passions lie elsewhere and being brave enough to change industries is no small feat! But, understanding how to successfully highlight your skills on your new resume can be tough! Not to worry, we are here to help! Here’s what to highlight on your resume when changing industries below. Emphasizing Major Accomplishments Although you […]

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Combatting Criticism in the Workplace - Style Nine to Five

Combatting Criticism in the Workplace

No one enjoys receiving criticism in the workplace, no matter how helpful it may be. When you first hear criticism of your abilities, it’s far too easy to be tempted by insecurity – to belittle yourself and focus on the one flaw you’re now faced with. But receiving constructive criticism is important to your growth […]

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Nikita Kahpeaysewat - Style Nine to Five Spotlight Series

Style Nine to Five Spotlight Series: Nikita Kahpeaysewat

If you don’t already know Nikita Kahpeaysewat, this is your chance to learn more about this multi-talented woman who’s taking the world by storm in more ways that we can keep up with! We caught up with Nikita for a one-on-on to find out how she’s combined an impressive range of personal passion and inspiration […]

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Must-Ask Questions When Meeting with a Mentor - Style Nine to Five

Must-Ask Questions When Meeting with a Mentor

Having a mentor in your industry is so beneficial as they are someone to bounce ideas off of and gain industry insight that you wouldn’t otherwise have access to. Usually a mentor will be very busy and their time is limited, so we want to make our conversations worthwhile. We’ve compiled our top “must-ask” questions […]

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What to Know About Informational Interviews

What to Know About Informational Interviews

Maybe you don’t know what your potential future job really entails, or you haven’t quite figured out the path there – maybe you’re not even sure what job would suit you to begin with! If you keep finding yourself Googling what to do with your degree and turning up empty, information straight from someone currently […]

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Entering the Fashion Industry? Common Interview Questions to Prep For

Entering the Fashion Industry? Common Interview Questions to Prep For

Are you applying for jobs in the fashion industry but not sure how to prepare for the interview? You’ve come to the right place because we’ve got your back. Before interviewing at a boutique or fashion brand, it is always important to do the groundwork and know the history of where they came from. Although […]

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Hiring Based on Potential: Stretch Positions - Style Nine to Five

Hiring Based on Potential: Stretch Positions

When hiring employees, every employer dreams of receiving boatloads of applications from qualified, ambitious individuals who check every box on the job description and fit the workplace culture. But most employers know that this isn’t usually the case. So what happens when none of the candidates are the “perfect” fit? You might start to believe […]

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