You’re ambitious. You’re willing to do the work. You see the “upskilling” trend (Article 28) and you’re ready to invest in yourself. You open Google and type “best online certifications”… and you’re instantly overwhelmed. There are thousands of “micro-degrees,” “bootcamps,” and “certificates” all promising to change your life, all costing hundreds or thousands of dollars. … Read more
You’ve seen the term “quiet quitting” everywhere. It’s the new buzzword for an old feeling: burnout. It’s the decision to stop going “above and beyond” and to do only the bare minimum required by your job description. It’s not about being lazy; it’s a defence mechanism against feeling overworked, underpaid, and undervalued. You’re not quitting, … Read more
Let’s be honest, “job security” feels like a phrase from a different century. We’re all watching AI, automation, and a rapidly changing market and feeling a low-key panic. Are the skills that got you your job five years ago still relevant? Or are you slowly becoming a “dinosaur” without even realizing it? This anxiety is … Read more
Everyone’s got one: the part-time photography business, the consulting gig on weekends, the Etsy shop, or the DoorDash/Uber route. That “side hustle” is the new Canadian reality, a way to fight inflation and build something for yourself. But with every e-transfer payment you receive, there’s that small, nagging voice in the back of your head: … Read more
Let’s talk about the most uncomfortable 30-minute meeting in your professional life. Your heart is pounding, your palms are sweaty, and you’re about to do something that feels less like a professional meeting and more like begging. Asking for a raise is awkward, it’s personal, and it’s so stressful that most people simply avoid it … Read more
Let’s be honest: just seeing the word “networking” makes most of us want to cringe. It brings up images of crowded rooms, awkward small talk, fake smiles, and the uncomfortable feeling of “schmoozing” people to ask for a favor. It feels transactional, inauthentic, and, for many of us, it’s a living nightmare. So, we avoid … Read more
There it is. The first question in 9 out of 10 interviews, and it’s the one that makes your stomach drop. “So,” the interviewer says, leaning back, “tell me about yourself.” Your mind goes completely blank. What do they want to hear? Your life story? A 10-minute recap of your resume? Your hobbies? This isn’t … Read more
You’ve perfected your resume. You’ve tailored the keywords. You’re about to hit “submit,” and then you see it: the “Optional: Upload Cover Letter” button. Your heart sinks. “Does anyone even read these?” you wonder. You’ve heard the myth a hundred times: “Recruiters just throw them away.” So you either skip it or, worse, you upload … Read more
You’re in the hot seat. The interview is going well, and then the hiring manager leans forward and says those dreaded words: “Tell me about a time when you…” Your mind goes blank. You start to ramble, you can’t remember a good example, and you end your story with “…so, yeah, I guess we all … Read more
You’ve done it. You found the perfect job posting online. You fit every qualification, you have the right experience, and you know you could do the job better than anyone. You upload your resume—the same one that got you great jobs in your home country—and you hit “submit.” And then… silence. Nothing. Not even a … Read more