Workplace Acts of Kindness
This week is Random Acts of Kindness Week and the idea behind this week is to do something small throughout your day to make someone else’s life better. This could be something as simple as giving someone a compliment, paying for someone’s coffee behind you in line at the coffee shop, or planting a tree. A […]
Do’s & Don’ts of Dealing with a Difficult Coworker
Conflict with a coworker can be difficult. It can be tricky to navigate how to deal with a coworker in your workplace that is doing something to upset you. However, there are ways to deal with this coworker in order to rectify your situation. You should not stay quiet if there is someone in your workplace […]
Maintaining Work Productivity During the Holidays
The holiday season is upon us which means celebrations, excitement, and unfortunately….. dreaded distractions! It can be increasingly difficult to maintain the same level of productivity at work as we get closer to the end of the year and everyone is in holiday-mode. But there are ways to keep your productivity up AND have fun during […]
The Science Behind Forming the Best First Impression
Are you ever left wondering why your interviews don’t end with a job offer? Or why you can’t seem to stick with one company? Are you finding yourself simply unhappy at all your jobs? Many of the successes and failures that we experience in the career world are heavily influenced by the relationships we develop […]
Emotional Intelligence & Your Career Success
Many studies have been conducted on the factors that lead to career success. Are individuals with more education, high intelligence, or extensive training more likely to rise in their chosen career and ultimately become more successful? Research suggests that one of the most critical factors in performance and overall career success is not education or training, […]
5 Tips for Leaving a Professional Voicemail Message
The voicemail. This technology is often shunned by the younger generation in favour of texts or emails but it still plays an important part in our professional communication. Whether you’re interested in a job opportunity, following up with a company, or calling in sick for work, leaving a voicemail message is likely to be something […]
What Is Impostor Syndrome?
Impostor Syndrome is a term that often appears in conversations around topics like career goals, success, ambition, and talent but what exactly is it? And how can you defeat it if you experience these feelings? We discuss all aspects of Impostor Syndrome in today’s blog post.
First Impressions: 5 Common Job Interview Mistakes
First impressions play a huge role in a job interview setting and the way that you come across to your interviewer within the first few moments of the interview can be a crucial factor in whether or not you get the job.
Essential Tips to Avoid Job Fatigue and Remain Focused on Your Goals
Guest post from Kylee Wells
Boosting Your Professional Image at Work
In every job, it’s important to be sure you’re seen by both your employer and your co-workers in a professional light. Professionalism at work merits both recognition and respect. But the truth is, it’s easy to slip into a routine that puts forth a mediocre image at work. If you’ve found yourself lacking a bit […]
