Having clear objectives can help you create a direction and trajectory for your career. When creating career-driven goals, it is important that they aren’t too broad or generic. We can often get caught up in our ideal “end-game” rather than the necessary steps it takes to get there. When you’re setting goals for your career, […]
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Terminated, canned, fired, laid off, let go… as much as we’d all like to believe a simple solution exists, there’s no such thing as an easy way to fire someone. And no matter what anyone says or what you read, no one is an expert at firing people, either. There are no awards for firing […]
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If you’ve been in the workforce for any amount of time, you’ve probably heard of the concept of mentorships. But what does it actually mean and is it actually worth investing your time in? A mentorship is usually between two people, one of who is more senior in whichever area the mentorship is based in. […]
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“What’s your biggest weakness?” “Why should we hire you?” “What has been your greatest achievement?” “Tell me about yourself.” Yawn. Most hiring manager have been there, done that. These typical interview questions can give you basic information about your interviewee, but chances are, the candidate has pre-rehearsed answers to these standard questions, meaning they can […]
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Congratulations! You have decided to start/are thinking about starting your own small business. This process begins with you giving yourself a pat on the back as not many people have the confidence to invest in themselves and their ideas. There’s a ton of information online about how to start a business and it can be […]
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If you’re considering fashion school, you’ll want to read this Q&A with Kwantlen Polytechnic University’s Program Chair of Fashion & Technology, Heather Clark. This program is run under their Wilson School of Design. Over the years, she’s gained experience in everything from swimwear design in Toronto to teaching Home Ec in Vancouver. She spoke with […]
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Congratulations—you’ve made it past the first interview! Take a deep breath and give yourself a big pat on the back. Making it through the first round is something to be so proud of. That said, if you want to be the successful applicant at the end, your work isn’t over yet. Just like your initial […]
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The classic “you need experience to get experience,” is nothing new, but continues to be echoed by many. For both new graduates and those who are further along in their careers who are trying to switch industries, it can be a frustrating barrier. However, it doesn’t have to be the narrative that you live by […]
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Creating a diverse workplace is beneficial for so many reasons—your business benefits from a wider range of ideas and perspectives, your employees feel a sense of inclusion, and your company becomes a positive role model for other businesses. A truly diverse workplace includes employees of any race or class, but of a variety of abilities […]
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As you start your job search you’ll likely come across temporary, contract, or seasonal roles that have an end date. This could be for a variety of reasons – a specific project, maternity leave, or busy seasons. For some, this is exactly what they’re looking for – for others it may discourage them from applying. […]
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