“If it ain’t broke” – Workplace lessons for the entitled
Here’s a workplace attitude comparison I think you will find interesting… You might remember when social media evangelist Jill Rowley’s employment termination at Oracle made the headlines. Rowley was portrayed as a talented creative whose free spirit did not fit...
Andrew’s story: Finding work in chemical manufacturing
Let me tell you about how I first met Andrew Zheng… I was a speaker at the Chinese Students and Scholars Association gala (CSSA) and met Andrew during the networking portion of the evening. He impressed me by explaining how he landed a job in his industry right...
How Sandra cracked the code on “Canadian Experience”
“A career is a journey with stops along the way, not a destination.” It’s a classic line that newcomers hear when trying to find work in Canada: “We are looking for someone with ‘Canadian experience.’” And while this isn’t necessarily an invalid point, it...
How to make yourself irresistible in a job interview – part four: 5 gestures to create success
You know what they say about body language… The way we position ourselves as we share a message comprises the bulk of the communication that gets through to the audience. Estimates range anywhere from 55% to 90% (and the debate among communication experts will...
How to make yourself irresistible in a job interview – part three: 4 (More) strategies that help people know, like, and trust you
The job interview… It’s that ominous space that separates your accepted job application and the job offer. And it doesn’t depend – at least not entirely – on your technical skill. In the end, whether or not you land the job offer you’re hoping for...
