To see your name in print would be a dream come true for many aspiring writers. But for Chantel Simmons, best-selling author of Stuck in Downward Dog and her more recent novel, Love Struck, her dreams of becoming a published author have already become a reality.
A career as a copywriter is a great option for creative individuals with strong writing skills. However, in this increasingly popular field, competition for jobs is fierce. Ciabh McEvenue, the managing editor at top agency Tamm Communications, provides aspiring copywriters with some tips for success.
Greg Justice, a Stanford undergrad and Cisco’s social media intern, recently went viral, not only making Cisco look cool again but also raising the bar for interns everywhere. What can we learn from “the world’s most interesting intern”?
Standing out in today’s job market can be tough. A great way to set yourself apart is getting involved in national conferences and competitions. If you’re not familiar with these kinds of events, here are just some of the reasons why you should consider attending.
There is a new breed of writers who are getting their start on the net, turning their blog into a successful book. I spoke with Suzanne Gardner, a ‘blauthor’ who recently turned her Glee blog into a book.
Co-op acted as an intermediary between the real world and student life for Brian Chung, a recent sociology graduate from the University of Toronto Scarborough, who used his co-op experiences to land a prestigious internship at the United Nations in Switzerland.
Within the different types of insurance, there are also various roles recent graduates can work in, including broker/agent, loss adjuster and underwriter. Learn about these three roles and how to be successful in them from three people currently working in the insurance industry.
It’s a tricky balance, but for those students who manage to use their ‘international student status’ to its full potential, it can lead to substantial career benefits later on. And it’s a learning process that can begin right from the start of your university experience – or, for some, even before.
Commuting to work can add hours onto your 9-to-5 day and significantly impact your monthly budget. When on the hunt for a job, make sure to keep transportation and living logistics in mind.
Office parties, as scary as they can be, are great ways to meet new people, network and even have a lot of fun. These are a few sure fire ways of getting you through your next office party unscathed and in style.
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