Year after year, studies show that Canadians still struggle to disconnect from work during the holidays. And it’s going from bad to worse, according to a new survey conducted by the Accountemps recruitment firm. Gone are the days when the computer was shut down after having summarily programmed an out-of-office autoreply message. Today, with a […]
What could be more legitimate than to feel a certain apprehension or undeniable jitter when taking the floor before your colleagues? However, if this exercise were to turn into a fiasco, it would be regrettable for the speaker and detrimental for his audience. So, take inspiration from these few tips in terms of preparation and […]
How would you react if your boss told you that your new colleague would be a disabled person? Would you perhaps start by telling him that this is rather a person with a disability… Indeed, looking beyond the disability eliminates prejudices, removes barriers and makes the new recruit’s integration easier. If everyone makes it their […]
The sixth largest producer of nuclear power in the world, Canada plays a significant role not only in operation of nuclear power plants worldwide, but also in controlling the proper operation of Canadian facilities and their decommissioning program, all under the watchful eye of the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC). Let’s look at the situation […]
How do you get self-confidence at work? Here are some tips to achieve this and be able to function at your full potential! Getting to know your strengths and areas for improvement “People who know themselves well have more self-confidence, because they know where their talents are,” summarizes Jacinthe Ouellet, occupational psychologist and coach at […]
If you are looking for a job, whether temporary job or your career ideal, you must first take care of your CV and cover letter template to enhance the value of your skills. You can do the same with your LinkedIn profile, which is a good showcase for potential employers, provided it is neat and […]
LinkedIn is now an essential tool for job seekers and their visibility. But with its various paid versions and dozens of parameters, it can be difficult to know how to use it effectively. Here are some tips to best set up your profile. While many job seekers tend to use the the LinkedIn search engine […]
More flexibility, digitalization and diversity, fewer hierarchical systems, for more intelligent human capital – these are the major trends ahead for the future work environment. Sodexo, a specialist in quality of life services, has each year since 2012 a study on the major trends of work and their developments. Its goal is to provide the […]
The global market for battery energy storage is poised for a meteoric rise, according to a Bloomberg New Energy Finance study, which states that between 2016 and 2030 its growth will be multiplied by 64. But before seeking out the reasons, a quick reminder about battery energy storage. From lead to lithium Created in […]
Larger office, more weeks of leave, longer break… If you are unhappy with favouritism shown to your colleague, act with tact and diplomacy so that the workplace atmosphere remains calm and productivity returns to its previous levels. Some small and trivial gestures with unfortunate consequences Between being upset by Léon’s unjustified promotion and […]
Companies are increasingly interested in their employees’ health, which gives the occupational health nursing profession good opportunities for the future. What does this professional do? Whether in the mining, manufacturing, aerospace or construction sectors, the role of the occupational health nurse is prevention of employee injury or disease. This little known specialized profession aims to […]
Are you convinced that you are the ideal candidate for the desired position, but you are not the only person being considered? Here are some tips to make an active search and raise you up above the fray. Identify your “unfair advantage” The concept comes from entrepreneurship. To succeed in business, says author and entrepreneur […]
