Listen to the full episode Apple · Spotify · YouTube If you want to grow your career and get paid more, this episode of The After Work Hangout is for you. Sholeh Atash provides practical advice on how to negotiate for what you’re worth. Having worked her way up from a web developer to a […]
Networking
Steps to Help You Find Your First Job in a New Field
Finding your first job in a new field is tough when you don’t have experience or connections yet. Career changers exploring new industries, newcomers seeking work in unfamiliar territory, and new grads trying to launch a career – don’t give up! This article is for you. Read on for steps that will help you get […]
7 Years of Career Support Started Over a Coffee Chat
My LinkedIn inbox is chiming with activity. Maybe it’s because it’s spring. Students are graduating soon and figuring out what’s next. Job seekers are coming out of winter hibernation and looking for greener pastures. Everyone wants to connect. Inevitably, someone I’ve just met will ask me to refer them to a job. No getting to […]
22 Ways You Can Ask For Help With Your Job Search
Job searching can be an isolating experience. Sitting by your computer browsing job boards in your pajamas isn’t necessarily the social event of the season. And when you get the 50th “thank you for your application” rejection note and there’s no one around you to vent to, it’s easy to feel frustrated, discouraged, and all […]
Want to get a response? Network like you’re human
You’ve heard all the benefits of networking and you’re ready to give it a try. You create a LinkedIn profile and finally hit “send” on your first message to someone with an intriguing career path. You wait eagerly for a response. But one day turns into one week, and two weeks later, your inbox is […]
Don’t Believe You Need a Referral to Get a Job
Have you been told that you need a referral to get a job in Canada? Is that advice causing you stress and anxiety? There are many reasons why you might not be in a position to get a referral: I’m here to tell you it’s a myth. You do NOT need a referral to get […]