This past year has come with many challenges, especially for a recent graduate ready to start her career. On one hand, it has been at times discouraging and frustrating but on the other, I have learned so many career lessons that I will take with me into the future. As I reflect, I can share them with […]
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Figuring out your finances on your own can be daunting, especially when you’re starting out in your career because you don’t know what you don’t know! Although it feels like there’s a steep learning curve, understanding the ins and outs of your personal and professional finances is SO IMPORTANT. As hard as the initial learning […]
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Is something bothering you at work that you just can’t seem to shake? An issue with your supervisor or one of your colleagues? Handling conflict in the workplace can seem like a difficult mountain to climb but it doesn’t have to be! When discussing an issue in the workplace it is important that you always […]
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So you’ve made it past the initial application round – and it’s time for your interview. There are many questions that you can anticipate being asked but one that will almost certainly be asked of you – is “Why do you want to work here?” Understandably, this can be a bit of a tough question because your […]
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In today’s climate – there is so much competition for job seekers, which is all the more reason the make sure you stand out. As Christie, the Founder of Style Nine to Five says, personalization and customization are key to a successful application. While customization will help you stand out amongst others also applying for jobs […]
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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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