Ready, Set, Grow

People ask me all the time, "How do I get a job?" It's not easy for anyone in today’s job market. New grad? High school student? Returning to work? Looking for that perfect full-time or that first part-time job? Job seekers will typically search online, subscribe to job boards, and/or join … Read More

Attend class. Pay attention in class. Participate whenever possible. Take a risk even if you are not sure of the answer. Do the required reading – before class. Take notes in class. Do not spend time on your phone, texting or surfing the net. Review class notes regularly, preferably daily. If … Read More

Planning for college or university needs to start at home. It begins with a conversation - what would you like to do when you grow up? Most teenagers will have an answer that is either based in entertainment, fashion, sports or no answer at all. Why? Because that's what they know. The majority of … Read More

Have you ever lost a job or been demoted? Shock and panic often set in and the ability to think clearly is diminished. Where will my next pay cheque come from? How will I pay the mortgage? What about the kids? People rarely look at being downsized, demoted or dismissed as an opportunity to explore … Read More

Personal Counselling is a safe, non-judgemental and completely confidential opportunity to explore your concerns. How do you know when you need personal counselling? Here are seven signs: If you are feeling overwhelmed and life doesn’t seem to be going your way. There may have been a crisis or a … Read More