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Must-Know Expert Advice for Making a Career Change
Making a career change can be daunting. The fear of the unknown is enough to stop even the most ambitious career transitioners from taking the leap, if they let their fear get the best of them. So, how do you overcome those fears and take the necessary steps to make a successful career transition? We […]
Continue readingCareer Goals: How to Make 2018 Your Best Professional Year Yet!
As the end of 2017 approaches, many of us are reflecting on the last year and looking for ways to improve in 2018. So many people use January 1st as a marker for significant change in their personal and professional life and create New Year’s Resolutions to achieve these goals. The problem is, these goals are often […]
Continue reading12 Must-Read Books for Career Success
It is no secret that being an avid reader has a ton of benefits – not only does reading increase your vocabulary, improve focus and concentration, reduce stress and improve your memory – picking up a paperback is also good for your health. It’s also evident that some of the world’s most successful entrepreneurs and leaders […]
Continue readingInfographic: 10 Tips For Writing the Perfect Cover Letter
With the growing popularity of professional online profiles like LinkedIn paired with the minimal time recruiters spend looking at documents, there has been debate as to whether cover letters are still necessary. While there have been arguments that the uptrend of applicant tracking systems (ATS) means cover letters are no longer read, many employers ask that they be included with applications. It […]
Continue readingUnique Ways to Land Your Next Job
These days the job market is more competitive than ever, meaning career seekers have to think outside the box when it comes to finding a job in their desired field. You can’t just apply for positions listed on job sites anymore, you have to look elsewhere and beat your competition to the punch. Here our […]
Continue readingMust-Know Advice for College Grads Looking for Work
As the school year comes to an end, college graduates are likely more focused on their final exams than the future. Yet, if they haven’t been preparing for what happens after graduation, they may find themselves in a bit of a bind in the weeks (or even months) following their cap toss. In fact, a […]
Continue readingSpring Clean Your Career With These Expert Tips
As the temperature begins to rise and blooming flowers signal the start of spring, many of us are overcome with the desire to spring clean – decluttering, disinfecting and disposing of items for a clean, fresh start. This annual ritual of reorganizing not only feels great — having less mess can make our lives a […]
Continue reading12 Time Management Tips That Will Save Your Sanity
Nearly everyone has heard of “time management” at some point and has a basic understanding of what it means (to manage one’s time). But why is time management so important? In short, effective time management gives you freedom and peace of mind. Using your time effectively means you have more down time to do what […]
Continue readingCareer Journey – From Banking to Baking
Despite securing a successful career in marketing before the age of 30, Annie Chbat knew there was something missing from her professional life. She had chosen to take marketing at Concordia, an English university in her hometown of Montreal, without much thought about the future. “I had followed the path of health science all my […]
Continue reading8 Must-Know LinkedIn Best Practices
Most of us know by now that having a professional online presence is an essential component in today’s job market. Having a social media CV on websites like LinkedIn creates more networking opportunities, helps you get noticed by recruiters and other professionals in your field and can lead you to land your dream career. But, […]
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