Starting your first professional job (i.e. In the field you would like to have a career in) can be daunting. You might not have any prior professional experience or know what to expect when you get there. These 3 tips will help you make a good first impression, and allow you to excel in the workplace.
Getting your co-op placement is just the first step. Once you know where you’ll be working, don’t just sit back and wait for your start date to roll around. Continue reading
Preparing answers for interview questions is important before your interview. But at the same, you have to prepare answers that set you apart from your competitors. You have to make it clear to the interviewer that you are suitable for the job. If you start talking about cliché skills such as’ hard-worker, punctual, and honest, you will not leave a memorable impression on the interviewer. The best way to answer behavioral interview questions are with professional stories. Continue reading
LinkedIn is a great tool for connecting with those in your industry and searching for jobs
LinkedIn is an amazing tool to grow your professional network. It allows you to connect with people in your industry, find job openings that you may be interested in, and gain insight into different career paths. A professional LinkedIn page allows you to gain an edge over your competition.
Here are 4 quick tips to make your LinkedIn page look professional: Continue reading
Almost all employers will Google potential applicants before an interview
It is not a surprise that employers look at your “digital footprint” before inviting you for an interview. It is their way to make sure that everything you said on your resume about yourself aligns with your public image. Employers invest in you when they invite you for an interview and they want to make sure that they are inviting the right candidate. Here are a few steps you can take to survive being Googled by potential employers: Continue reading
Co-op students can benefit greatly from working at a small business
We’ve already shared why it is a good idea for small businesses to hire co-op students, but as a co-op student, there are many advantages to working for a small business.
Here are the top three reasons why you would want to work for a small business at the during your work term.
When working for a small business, you have the potential to be working side-by-side with the CEO right from the beginning of your work term. This is a unique opportunity that working for a small business allows, and gives you the opportunity to showcase your knowledge and skills, not only to those that in your division, but to the entire organization. Continue reading