Giving your time and energy to a career or job is an extreme process as it is, now imagine giving it to a career or job you dread going into everyday? It can very hard on your mental health, your physical health and it can have a negative effect on the other aspects of your life as well.
Q: Why do I need to fill out all sections of an online application, if I am attaching my resume? A: This is a very common question, and there are a variety of reasons why filling out all of the requested information is critical.
Searching for a job can be a very difficult and challenging process, and this process can be made even more difficult when adding the barriers involved with experiencing homelessness. While uncertain housing can make it difficult to find work, there are some ways to navigate the barriers.
Working on keeping a balance between work and leisure is very important in order to ensure you are not overworking or underworking. The line is thin and does not look the same for everyone.
Working from home seemed like the ultimate dream to me for many reasons such as, not having to commute in the morning which saves on gas money, dressing more on the casual side, and not being able to forget anything at home, to name a few.
Sitting by passively through difficult times is not a viable option for us, so what action can we take to improve our situation? Here are a few tips for getting through these unprecedented times.
For many people, one of the biggest struggles they face is gaining and maintaining their confidence. Having the confidence to stand by your actions and commit to your choices without doubting yourself is a skill that takes lots of practice to achieve
It can be a common thought that people believe asking for help is a sign of weakness. In certain situations, this is an opportunity for growth and initiative, and it allows you to figure things out on your own. However, it is important to recognize when you do require help and not be ashamed of [...]
We want to address a serious issue. Most Niagara residents share a common thought: there are no jobs here. We’re here to tell you how very wrong you are. We, too, believed this trend in thought before we started working at the Job Gym. However, only 3%-6% of the labour market is advertised online. This [...]
As our placements here at the Welland Job Gym are wrapping up, we have been reflecting on our time here. We learned some valuable lessons and we’d like to share them with you. It is worth the effort of putting together a well-designed resume A smile, a kind word, or just listening goes a long [...]
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