Tired of looking for a job online and in the classifieds? Did you know that Toronto hosts various job fairs where job seekers can literally meet potential future employers face to face in a kind of "speed dating" atmosphere? Here are some FREE job fairs that are coming up in the next couple months in […]
While some workplace stress is normal, excessive stress can interfere with your productivity and performance—and impact your physical and emotional health. Often, your ability to deal with stress can mean the difference between success and failure in any kind of work. You can’t control everything in your work environment, but that doesn’t mean you’re powerless—even […]
We like to grumble and complain about how bad it is with our workplace. We are not happy with the most of our bosses and colleagues. We work long and laborious hours while others seemingly cruise around in their cushy jobs. That makes us flaming mad! But, we know that, in the back […]
Every time I see a video clip of a graduation ceremony from the movie or news, a thought crosses my mind about their immediate future: will they nail that first real job? They look so happy! Hmm, are they, at all, worried about the job prospect? Are they concerned that whatever career they choose will […]
Brandon Hay, Training Manager at Building Up, will talk about various barriers to employment and how to break through them. Building Up seeks a Toronto where people with barriers to employment have an opportunity to fight their communities' social and environmental issues with economically viable solutions. This workshop will be held at the Toronto Reference […]
Thinking about ‘moonlighting’? Not the old ‘illegal-alcohol-producing-and-selling’, but working more than one job simultaneously. Is your current job not paying enough? It’s completely understandable if you decide you need more jobs. Making a living in the Big TO is a challenge, and, like many of us, a single part-time job is often not enough to […]
Career Cruising is a handy career guidance e-resource you can use to research careers, find job postings in Canada, learn how to conduct an effective work search or prepare a resume. It also has career profiles and links to relevant Canadian college and university programs. Students can use it when thinking about their future or […]
(CC0 Public Domain) Toronto Employment & Social Services (TESS) is hosting a job fair on October 19th, 2016 at North York Central Library. If you're 45 or older, this event should be on your to-do list. You will learn about the various job search resources available to you including community services and supports. The event […]
Have you ever thought of becoming a pilot? Did you know that before you make the career leap, you can experience the thrill of a flight and learn how to control your own aircraft with an introductory flying lesson? The adventurer in me decided to check out this exact opportunity. When I arrived at my […]
It is no secret that one must look his/her best for a job interview: you must impress your potential boss. The question is: how much do you want to invest on a new wardrobe? Chances are, you won’t have a lot of cash reserve if you are looking for a job. You want to spend/invest […]