Not all of us have gone to college or university, and that’s totally ok! But, when a job posting lists a post-secondary education requirement, it’s easy to feel defeated. Being discouraged by not having the right education might even prevent you from applying, as you assume they won’t give you a chance. Hold up, though. […]
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It’s usually the first question: “so can you tell me a bit about yourself?” Your mind stops for a moment. Who am I? Why am I qualified? What is my past experience? This has happened to all of us. We are asked this question and our mind goes blank. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered, […]
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Picture this: you’re in an interview, you’ve answered questions about your job experience, responsibilities for the role, and maybe even a few situational questions. Now, the hiring committee wants to get to know you on a deeper level. “Where do you see yourself in the next five years?” This classic interview question might seem daunting, […]
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We recently talked about some of the top fashion schools in Canada that fashion enthusiasts should consider when pursuing a post-secondary education in the field. Now we want to take a closer look at these schools and their individual programs to help future students like you make the best-informed decision. School: George Brown College Program: […]
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In today’s hustle culture, with many demands coming from every direction, burnout is more prevalent than ever. Especially in a year like 2020, burnout was reached even quicker by people as we tried to fill our “spare” time with more and increase productivity levels, meanwhile blurring work and life boundaries. Those who in lines of work […]
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It goes without saying that the past year has been difficult, but it is important for your employees to continue to feel supported by you as their boss or manager. This may feel like an overwhelming task but letting your employees know and feel as though you are in their corner not only creates a […]
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Beyond dressing up in something nice and showing up on time, there are plenty of similarities between a job interview and a first date. Approaching your interview with the same excitement and spark sets you up for a successful meeting with your future employer and leaves you both with excitement about seeing each other again. […]
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The job application process can be a vulnerable time for any applicant. Second guessing whether you have the right combination of skills and experience to apply for a job, debating if you’re qualified enough because your interview didn’t go as smoothly as you’d hoped, starting a new job and feeling like you’re in over your […]
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Contract and freelance roles have been on the rise for a while, but thanks to the pandemic, more people than ever are finding themselves in contingent roles. Many people have been laid off, and since the job market is bleak in some industries, there’s been a big shift in companies hiring on a contract basis […]
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It’s been a solid 14 months since I last held a concrete position. Feeling discouraged is an understatement. My confidence has certainly taken a beating, having applied to what feels like hundreds of jobs and getting minimal responses, if any at all, in return. I’ve spent hours, sometimes even full days, putting together an application […]
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