Creating a Work-Life Balance Through Self-Care Strategies
Written By: Amanda Lecce, Employability Coach, Yorkville University A typical workday consists of 7-8 hours. Whether it’s sitting at a desk, serving others, or doing manual labour, the hours spent at our jobs can be draining on both our physical and mental health. Thus, people working full-time are aiming to add self-care to do their […]
Are You Being Taken Advantage of at Work? It May Be Time to Move On!
In an ideal work environment, you would feel like a part of a functional team, who strives to reach a common goal, and can fall back on each other when times are tough. The reality is that you might end up working with someone who expects you to do more than your fair share of […]
Adopting a Growth Mindset in Your Job Search
It is all too common to become disillusioned during the job-hunting process, we often get caught up in the moment when applying for our dream job, and in many cases, after filling out multiple applications, we don’t receive a single reply from a potential employer. Maintaining a positive attitude in your job search can be […]
How to Choose the Right Social Media Platform
When it comes to figuring out the best social media platform to use in your career, the first step is to prioritize what’s important to you. Is it expanding your reach? Is it generating more leads? Is it finding work? From there, it’s about determining which platform will give you the right exposure with the […]
Should you Use a Single-Column or Two-Column Resume?
Resumes play an essential role in the hiring process. As a job seeker, landing an interview greatly relies on your resume. Therefore, you want to make sure that you select the right format. Some organizations emphasize a specific resume format. However, other organizations or employers accept any resume format, whether one-column or two-columns. Therefore, an […]