Many new businesses start as a solo show where you’re taking care of all operations yourself, from accounting to marketing and everything in between. As your business grows, the time comes to start hiring. Whether you need an assistant, an intern, or retail staff, making those first hires can be daunting. Two stellar Vancouver boutique […]
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Stressed about the end of the quarter because of your performance review meeting? We’ve got you covered! Performance reviews are nerve-wracking for anyone and can be hard to navigate because you don’t know what questions or feedback will be thrown your way. So how do you prepare? Before going into these types of meetings, it’s […]
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When it comes to actively seeking to fill a role within a company, sometimes the best person for the job is already there. While the prospect of fresh talent is appealing, there are a plethora of reasons to explore internal candidates. Here are some reasons why it’s beneficial to find growth from within. It Maintains […]
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There’s no doubt that we’re in difficult times, and have been since March, when COVID-19 swept Canada, along with the rest of the world. Since then, companies of all sizes have been impacted, whether it’s dealing with store closures due to government restrictions, scrambling to set up an efficient remote workforce, or having to lay-off […]
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Remember those hobbies, and passions that put a smile on your face when you were younger? Or even the interests that developed going into your adult years? The things you loved that once may have been a dream job but seemed so distant? The answers that come to mind may be things that you put […]
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Post-secondary education requires countless hours of hard work, and is also expensive, which is why you want to make the most of your experience. Although you have completed your undergrad, diploma, or a certificate program, you might find that this may not directly lead to your dream job. Post-secondary institutions want to see their students […]
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In the age of social media, accessing industry influencers is essentially at your fingertips. You no longer have to jump through the traditional hoops of going through a manager or public relations representative. However, this does not mean it is easy to organize and execute collaborations. Some influencers get hundreds of direct messages a day […]
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Even during normal times, it’s common for people to struggle to disconnect from work in fear of falling behind. This might even be exacerbated with the pandemic forcing many companies to have their employees work from home. While working remotely comes with many added comforts, from the lack of commute to the privacy of your […]
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LinkedIn is a phenomenal networking tool and it’s a direct way to reach industry professionals when you’re in the market for a new job. A strong LinkedIn profile allows recruiters to gain insight, not only on your work experience, but your skills and personality. We’ve outlined five key ways to ensure your profile is expertly […]
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It’s hard to believe that we’ve been living in a pandemic for over half a year, and with no end in sight, companies continue to restructure, scale back and, simply put, downsize. While some of us have struggled to find remote work-life balance, many of us have struggled with the loss of work and the […]
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