Like many, writing or editing your resume is probably not your favourite thing; nonetheless, it is critical to landing the job you want. While resume writing is far from an exact science, there are many things you should and should not do. Here are eight of the most common resume writing mistakes and how you can avoid making them. 1. Don’t Include “References Available Upon…
If you’re applying for jobs, but not sure how to choose job references, this is the post for you. Picture this scenario – you’ve aced a job interview and are the preferred candidate for your ideal job. All that is left to do is the formality of reference checking. You’ve been doing stellar work, so you don’t think twice about asking your manager for the…
Over the years, I have had many discussions with managers and other emerging leaders who expressed that they could not access career coaching services within their organizations. The reason being that they were not currently executives. This is unfortunate for the strong talent pools of an organization because it hinders their development. In reality, workplace coaching shouldn’t be limited to just executives. Limiting corporate coaching…
If you’re an introvert looking for some career tips, you’re in the right place! If you are an introvert like me, you may feel like people do not necessarily appreciate what you bring to the table all the time. In reality, there can be many stereotypes or untrue assumptions about introverts. However, you can use your strengths as an introvert as your secret superpower. Want…
Since the dawning of the pandemic, an increasing number of people have begun working from home. While this has many benefits, it can prove to be a bit difficult in some situations. One of these situations involves having important conversations with a supervisor, such as requesting a promotion or a raise. If you are a remote worker that is asking for a raise or promotion,…
The first 90 days in a new leadership role mark a critical period of transition. As a new manager, it’s entirely normal to experience a mix of excitement and apprehension when starting on this journey. Especially if you are an introvert at work. The desire to make a positive impression and establish strong connections with your team is paramount. However, many individuals find themselves uncertain…
Wondering how to speak up in a meeting? Have you ever felt nervous about speaking up in a meeting as an introvert? Maybe you have a great idea but are worried about how it will be perceived. Perhaps you can’t seem to get a word in amongst all the other discussions. Speaking up in a meeting as an Introvert can often be difficult for introverts…
When you are working on getting established in a career, there are many things that are unknown or, frankly, intimidating. I can still recall the feelings of uneasiness as I began my own career. Over the years, I have learned many lessons. Some of them would have been great to know when starting out. Here are five career lessons I would tell my younger self. …
If you find yourself thinking ‘I need a career change’ you’re in the right place! Many people find themselves wondering when they should begin looking for a new role or new career. Perhaps you are unsure if you are ready for greater responsibility. Maybe you don’t know the perfect time to pivot to a new industry. Here are five signs that you might need a…
Once you have established your profile on LinkedIn, an important next step is to start engaging more broadly within the platform. There are a number of ways to do this. However, simply jumping into the platform is not often the best way. Instead, you’ll tend to get more out of it if you take a more strategic approach. How do you do this? Let’s take…
