Employment Services Blog
The latest in job search strategies, resume tips, and more! Written by Starling staff.
- Learning to Embrace Job Search Stress
These days, stress is no stranger in our day-to-day lives and looking for work/starting a new job is no exception. Searching for a job is stressful for multiple reasons.
Read More - Take a Chance to Say Thanks
As we all celebrate fall holidays and special events like Thanksgiving and Diwali, we can also take this time to check in with the people in our network. Here are few ideas to help you get started:
Read More - 5 Qualities of a Good Mentor
The role of a mentor is to share your experience and advice with someone that needs guidance. This article uses the perspectives of mentoring newcomers to Canada and shares five qualities of a good mentor.
Read More - 5 Reasons Why Mentoring is Important for Newcomers to Canada
There are many strategies available to be successful as a newcomer to Canada, and one is mentoring. In this article, we highlight five reasons why you, as a newcomer to Canada, should consider finding a mentor.
Read More - Fall Into New Job Search Routines
If you’re one of the parents who is waving goodbye to your children as they welcome their first day back to school, you may be now wondering what lies ahead for your career and the routines of your family. Here to share a few quick tips to use this change in season to your job search advantage.
Read More - Only 2 Things Can Happen After an Interview
Your research directs you to apply for the right job, and your networking and resume will get you an interview. But what happens after that? There are only two things that can happen after an interview. Find out what they are here.
Read More - New to Canada? Use This Strategy to Get a Job
As someone new to Canada, how can you get a job working in an office environment (or remotely working from home) without Canadian experience? The answer: use your mother tongue to your advantage.
Read More - Wait 2 Seconds Before Answering a Question
Whether you’re being interviewed online or in person, waiting just a few seconds before answering a question can really help project confidence and thoughtfulness. Read more to find out how.
Read More - Thinking Outside The Box In Your Job Search
Job searches can sometimes stretch out for what feels like forever. If this sounds familiar, it may be time to shake up your job search by thinking outside of the box and expanding your comfort zone!
Read More - Preparation Tips Before Starting A New Job
Starting a new job is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming or scary. Follow these 5 preparation tips to make sure that you are ready to make a great impression in your first week!
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