Managing Your Career

Transferable Skills – what are they and why do they matter

No matter what job you do, there are certain skills every professional needs to succeed in the workplace. First, you need occupation-specific skills, such as Adobe Photoshop if you’re a designer or th

How to tell what type of workplace culture is right for you... and why it matters

Imagine this: You turn up for your first day at your new job, only to find that your casual attire doesn’t blend in with your colleagues’ expensive suits, your clear backpack is a far cry from everyon

Five resources for finding a job in a new city

There can be many reasons you want to move to a new city. Perhaps you’ve just graduated, and you want to start your professional life in a new environment. Maybe you’ve decided to move because your si

Green commuting: What to consider before leaving your car at home

You’ve been hearing about it for years: Leaving your car at home and instead, taking public transportation to work — or even walking or cycling — will help you reduce your carbon footprint. But what s

What to do if you’re dissatisfied with your career

Do you dread the alarm clock going off each morning? Do you find yourself walking slower and slower the closer you get to the office? Or have you been contemplating a radical career change, for exampl

Four tips for recharging at work

Do you always find yourself lagging during a mid-afternoon slump? Or do you lose focus after having worked on a specific project for more than a few hours? Whatever the reason, if your energy levels d

Six Effective Networking Icebreakers

Networking is a part of your career — but how do you start a conversation with someone you’ve never met before? Here are some icebreakers that are guaranteed to help you start an engaging discussion:

How You Can Benefit From Working With a Career Coach

Are you an aspirational manager? Then you might benefit from working with a career coach. According to the Forbes article “10 Things You Should Know About Career Coaching” by Demetrius Cheeks, a caree

Quiz — What’s Your Work Style?

Do you always like to have everything neatly planned out? Or do you follow your intuition and look for improvements wherever possible? Or are you always focused on getting to the end goal? Knowing you

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