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Encounters with Employers at Career Fairs – How to Maximize your Chances
Over the past year, here in the Career Development & Employment Centre (CDEC) we began to hear comments from Ryerson students frustrated with their experiences at a career or job fair. Some students questioned why we run these events and wh ...read it
Calling All Math Majors
I recently found out that there is a new mathematics program at Ryerson, and I was curious to see what career options are available for people in this field of study. Looking back, my teachers have always told me that math is everywhere and that ...read it
What to do after I graduate?
University has been an amazing experience and now that I am graduating this year the time has come to take the next step. That sounds pretty good, but what does ‘taking the next step’ actually mean for me? I assume, I am not the only one who ...read it
Preparing for Work
As we are nearing the end of the school year, we are also nearing the start of the work season for most! An exciting time no doubt for students returning to companies and students new to the workforce about to start on a wonderful adventure. If you ...read it
One-size Does Not Fit All!
When you look for a suit, naturally and rightfully so you take your time browsing through the racks for the right colour, right size, etc. – you would never grab one at random and head for the checkout. So why would you do that for jobs you're appl ...read it
Why Social Media Matters – A Career Perspective
Mostly all of us use social media or know people who use it. The reasons are many; we mostly use it to stay connected and socialize. However, there is an even more important motive that many of us don’t often think about. Professionals overwhelmi ...read it
Small vs. Large Company: Where to Work
'When starting out in my new career, should I choose a small company or a large company?' This is a question that many new grads wrestle with. Ultimately your decision really depends on what you hope to get out of, and contribute to, your wor ...read it
Transitioning from Co-op to School
The transition between the working life and the school life is not an easy one. To some, working four months or eight months straight for 37.5 hours a day, five days a week can be overwhelming compared to the 15 hours/week of classes students usual ...read it
Keep In Touch with New Contacts
"I met a great contact at a networking event… how can I stay in contact with her?" This happens all the time. You have a great chat with a professional who has good advice and is interested in what you are doing but you’re not sure how to stay ...read it
Improve Your Job Search by Using a Dating Approach
Originally published November 5, 2009 This month you get a double feature: Job searching tips and dating tips!! Though I’m no dating expert, it occurred to me while talking with some friends that dating is not unlik ...read it
