5 types of job interviews and how to nail them
When you picture a job interview, what comes to mind? More likely than not, you are thinking of a traditional panel interview. You’ve likely been in a few of these, […]
Use your arts degree to create a meaningful career in the nonprofit sector
Earning a degree in the arts is a great step towards creating a meaningful career in the nonprofit sector. For those of us who dedicate our careers to the nonprofit
How to ask for an employment reference
References are an important part of the hiring process. They help your prospective employer better understand you, the skills you offer, and what working alongside you will be like. Being
How to set healthy workplace boundaries
Canadians, now more than ever, better understand the value of establishing and maintaining healthy boundaries. And just like how personal boundaries help us create peace of mind, safety, and mutual respect,
The 5 types of questions that should be asked at the end of an interview
“Do you have any questions for us?” While many interviewees often focus all their interview preparation on answering job-specific questions (e.g. “tell me about a time…”), coming prepared to answer
Going back to school for a nonprofit program: Pros and cons
Attending post-secondary is a big decision. Not only does attending school take time, energy, and money, but depending on your field and career, attending post-secondary school does not always equate
The post-interview email: Templates and advice
Job hunting isn’t easy. In fact, it can sometimes feel like a never-ending marathon. So, once you finish your interview, it often feels like the last stretch is over. However,
Studying nonprofit management from age 22 to 23: Here’s what I learned
At age 22 during the COVID-19 pandemic, I enrolled in British Columbia Institute of Technology’s Nonprofit Management Associate Certificate program. 1 year, 8 courses, and a lot of iced coffee
How to critically refresh your resume for your nonprofit job search
“What makes a perfect resume?” As an ambitious young professional and student, I’ve spent years searching for this answer. Partly as a proactive career strategy, but largely because I genuinely
A valiant vocation: Why young professionals are drawn to the nonprofit sector
“What do you want to do after you graduate?” Like many other young millennials, I often hear this question from relatives, colleagues, and even strangers, especially given that I am
