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Changing careers, especially if you are later in your work life, is always a challenging task. Building on our previous blog about job searching. We now will move onto talking about what to do right in that new career. You want to make a great impression and get things off right from the get-go. Kill That Career Change It’s never too late to change, don’t put up with something that you hate. Be Not Afraid Probably the most cliché thing I could write, but it rings the truest when it comes to a career change. It is a scary and unknown thing you are about to undertake. Chances are you are getting into an industry that has seasoned professionals and now you have to compete. If you want any chance of making your career change, let go of the fear. Options & Options When looking for a new career, make […]

Whether you like it or not, office politics are here to stay and they govern your career a lot more than you think. Some people are so averse to the thought of office politics they would let their whole career go down the drain than participate. Don’t be those people, just knowing these 3 things will give you a leg up. 3 Things About Office Politics You can’t really escape office politics, no matter where you go they will be there in one form or another. Know Who Has The Power Power doesn’t necessarily mean the highest ranking. It means the person with the most influence in the office. It may be your boss, or it may be a fellow employee with a specific relationship to your boss. Find out who has the power and leverage that to your advantage. This person should be able to give you a leg […]

We know the saying “it’s never too late” well, sometimes it is. Your career is no different, and while it’s a learning process, there are some things that you find out way too late.  So before it becomes too late, let us tell you the top 7 things that people learn way too late in their career. 7 Career Lessons Learned Too Late If you think you have any lessons that should be learned before it’s too late, leave a comment! 1. Networking Many people will say networking doesn’t matter, but in truth, it really is the most important thing you can do. Knowing people is the key to being successful in the business world. In fact, the majority of hiring is done in-house or by referrals. Don’t shut yourself off, and don’t be afraid to leverage your connections. Reciprocation is key, if someone does you a favour, make sure […]

We all have or will be in this position at one time or another. You quit or got fired. Not the end of the world by all means, but it is a pivotal point in your career that deserves a bit more attention than others. If you quit your job, it was probably for a good reason, either you hated it, or you didn’t fit into the corporate culture. Being fired is a bit different, barring some reasons outside your control, you probably were not a good fit for the job.  The Big Job Search Mistake Before we get right into this mistake, let’s take a moment to look at why it happens. You Feel Relief Phew, that job sucked, your managers were awful, the work was dull, and now you are free. This can be a great feeling, and you should remember what it feels like so you don’t get […]