Some days it's pretty much impossible to take a lunch break. A deadline or big project might take priority. But on an average, calm workday, many people who want to take a lunch break often don’t. Who’s being prevented from taking their breaks the most? Millennials. Although this demographic will make up over 75 per... Continue Reading →
The cocktail reception at a conference. The Facebook group meetup. The after-work social. The period before a lunch or panel discussion starts. All of these events are great opportunities for networking. But, some people cringe when faced with a similar scenario. If that’s you, remember that networking is worth the work. Your network is important... Continue Reading →
Happy new year! A new year brings a fresh start. It’s a great time to commit to making positive changes, both personally and professionally. Many of us set new year’s resolutions, despite the harrowing statistic that 80 per cent of them fail by February. Want to avoid becoming a statistic and make lasting changes this... Continue Reading →
Have you ever been on an informational interview? If you haven’t heard of them before, an informational interview is a meeting with someone who’s already in an organization, field or industry that you’d like to get into, which doesn’t relate directly to a job opening. It’s an opportunity for you to learn, grow your network... Continue Reading →
I was inspired by an interview on CBC Radio’s The Current with Sheryl Sandberg, author of the bestselling book Lean In. As a seasoned strategic business person, Sandberg is well-suited to provide career advice, so I was interested to hear her professional advice. But this interview addressed a different issue. Sandberg talked about her new... Continue Reading →
Weddings are a magical and exciting time. You get to mark a significant milestone with your partner, and celebrate your relationship with your friends and family. I got married to my husband Chris on a beautiful day in June 2016 at a restaurant in downtown Toronto. Our ceremony and the reception were quite informal, and... Continue Reading →
Have you ever thought about your personal brand? If not, you’re in the right place! I’m going to explore what a personal brand is, and provide some tools and tips to get you started on building yours. The concept of a brand is something that you’re probably familiar with. The shoes you’re wearing, the store... Continue Reading →
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gzcw_02ZB1o A while ago, I watched this TEDTalks video by economist Shlomo Benartzi called Saving for tomorrow, tomorrow. Although it's a few years old, and is based on U.S. data, many points resonated with me and still do. Benartzi discusses how the general population's lack of saving is a result of behavioural challenges related to self-control, loss-aversion and immediate... Continue Reading →
Working remotely or from home can be a big perk of a job. In an earlier post, I shared some benefits of working from home. I’ve also been fortunate enough to occasionally work from home in my current role, which has been great for work-life balance. Whether you’re in a role that lets you work from home... Continue Reading →
Having dogs at work can have a positive impact on a workplace’s culture. If a dog-friendly office is a good fit, it can be a great way to bring people together, reduce stress and add some fun to the everyday routine. Check out this recent article from the Huffington Post, which highlights some research on... Continue Reading →
