Are you looking for a change in your career? Or are you a recent graduate from high school, university, or college? No matter your situation, whether you are looking for a change in your career or are just beginning your working life, career exploration can be a challenging area to navigate. Here are a few factors to take into consideration when thinking about your own career exploration. Your interests & Values Exploring your personal interests […]

You’re at an event with friends or family and the inevitable question comes up. “Have you found work yet?” We’ve all been there. This can be an awkward question, especially when it comes with advice or solutions for the next steps. Here are three common suggestions you may hear when networking isn’t going your way that could be helpful to your job search. Change Careers If you’ve recently been laid off, now may be a

April is National Stress Awareness month in Canada, a good time to take inventory of our stress management tools and supports to help alleviate some of its negative impacts. Here are some tips for managing stress in the workplace. Take space for yourself before your workday begins. If you can, create a routine of setting aside some time for yourself before your work starts. Checking-in on nutrition, rest, and mood can assist with reducing overall

Over the past few months, the unemployment rate in Ontario – and across most of the country – has held at about 5%. [1] 5% is considered especially low — Canada has averaged an unemployment rate of about 7.6% from 1966 – 2023, seeing it’s highest unemployment rate at 13.7% in May 2020. [2] Sometimes a low unemployment rate means that fewer jobless people are actively seeking work, however this doesn’t appear to be the

A simple thank you can be a powerful tool, both in times when we feel we are thriving, and when we’re stressed. Since paying attention to what we are thankful for helps us attune to feelings of wellbeing, it can also help us to refocus on what is working well and can help us navigate in the future. Here are some ways thank yous can be beneficial in working environments: While at Work Expressing gratitude

Have you ever frozen in an interview? The process can be daunting for everyone, including those of us that prefer lower-stimulation environments. Traditional interview processes can seem set up for extroverts, as Western working culture celebrates individuals for their charisma and talkative nature. Sometimes, an open-ended question that can seem so simple can knock us out of our confidence, especially if we’re out of our comfort zone to begin with. So, what are some ways

As part of the recruiting process, interviewing a potential candidate can be a great way to get to know a little about the individual, their thought process, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. While common interview practices may provide helpful information for those seeking positions that require on-the-spot communication skills, such as customer service or other public-facing roles, they can also be nerve-wracking for jobseekers not in those positions. This can lead to an inaccurate picture of

Writing your first resume can feel overwhelming, especially when you have no prior work experience. If you find yourself staring at a blank page, don’t worry! Here are some tips that will help you get started: Craft a Compelling Summary The summary or “About Me” section is often the first impression a prospective employer has of you, so it’s crucial to make it count! Even if you lack work experience, this section provides a chance