Managers and human resources directors have everything to gain by fostering harmony in the office. Here is a non-exhaustive list of essential steps to take to build strong, down-to-earth relationships at work. Know yourself Before starting to manage others, a good manager will get to know himself for several reasons. First, you must be able […]
How to explain in a resume and cover letter the reasons for your decision to choose a temporary job for the time being, rather than aiming for a permanent position. Resuming your studies at the start of the next academic year, consolidating your professional experience in a given sector, having newly arrived on the Quebec […]
So you are passionate about winter sports and it’s quite natural that you have thought about becoming a ski instructor this winter. Or, why not, a ski lift manager. But have you asked yourself if you are ready to work in the cold all day long? Will your health allow it? Are you ready to […]
In addition to frostbite, working outdoors in extreme cold has health risks. Here are some tips to be able to continue dealing with winter when you have to work outdoors. The “onion peel” technique is very effective in fighting the cold. “It is primarily metabolic activity (beating heart, blood circulation, physical activity, etc.) that warms […]
Those who work remotely know that we are often exhausted after a day of virtual meetings! How to avoid screen fatigue. Here are some good tips from a kinesiologist. According to a study by Stanford University, in California, video calls on platforms such as Zoom, Teams or Meet have adverse psychological effects on remote workers. […]
Gone are the days when temporary employment was reserved for day labourers in factories. Here is a compilation of fields that increasingly depend on temporary workers to meet growing labour needs. You might be surprised! 1. Specialists in Human Resources. This advisor will be involved in various matters such as skills management, employee relations, […]
Neither extravert nor introvert, an ambivert is combination of the two… And for this person, holding two or three part-time jobs can be a good way to fulfil yourself professionally! Appearing for the first time in 1927 in the book Source Book for Social Psychology, the term “ambivert” is gaining popularity nearly a century later […]
After you have been doing the same job or even been on the job market for a while, it’s normal to feel a little jaded. Here is some advice to reignite that spark and rediscover enthusiasm at work. Asking the Right Questions Even though it might seem challenging, you should take time to examine […]
Have you been in the same job for several years and are beginning to find the routine tedious? It’s quite normal to want a change, either upward or horizontally. The end of the year is coming and it’s time to take stock. Here are 5 tips on sharing your ambitions with your boss. Prepare in […]
Here is a summary of some layoff announcements made in December, to close the year 2024 The Autorité régionale de transport métropolitain (ARTM) has announced a major restructuring involving 36 positions, including two at the management level. This reorganization, which aims to optimize organizational performance without affecting public transit services, will result in recurring […]
You have just exaggerated on your CV and “embellished” the truth. You have put “bilingual” when you only really know a few everyday English words? Then have you just added a required qualification in the foolish hope of getting an interview? What’s the problem? Come one! Didn’t your parents teach you that lying is bad! […]
In a move straight out of a futuristic sitcom, Japanese companies are now using AI to transform the voices of furious customers into soft, pleasant tones. Gone are the days of agents bracing themselves for verbal explosions; now, even the most volcanic outbursts will sound like bedtime stories. The Magical “Anger Suppression” Button Picture […]
