September 2012
28 posts
“If you don’t design your own life plan, chances are you’ll fall into...”
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Making an Internship Work
By Jeremy Newcombe
Internships are a (sometimes unfortunate) prerequisite to breaking into many established fields in today’s job market. They can be tough; hard work, unappreciative bosses, and no money. Internships can be very useful though, if you use them properly and aren’t afraid to stand up for yourself in certain circumstances.
The first thing to remember is that internships are meant...
How to Become a Morning Person
My brother once told me, “you are the most tired-looking person in the morning I have ever seen.” I do believe he told me this the moment I walked downstairs after waking up. His comment was greeted with a glare possibly more intense than the yellow blaze of morning sunlight itself.
I used to be the person that would hit the snooze multiple times to trick myself into thinking I was getting extra...
“Work to become, not to acquire.”— Elbert Hubbard”
“Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards.”—Søren...”
6 Ways for Students to Keep Their Motivation...
By Daniel Wong
Just like that, it’s almost the end of September.
If you’re a student, how’s everything been going academically?
Most students start off the school year strong.
They don’t skip any classes. They do all the assigned readings. They complete their homework on time. They participate actively in class.
Then sometime in September or October, their motivation levels start to dwindle....
Ever feel like there aren't enough hours in a day?
And here’s why
Infographic by Visual.ly
“I do not think there is any other quality so essential to success of any kind as...”
Work Less, Be More Productive →
What? How is this possible?
These are the questions that came to mind as soon as I read the title of this article. When we’re given a certain amount of hours every day, it’s very easy for us to get distracted, whether work related or not. Given a little less time, there is that added pressure that really pushes us to get a move on. Any procrastinators out there know what I’m...
“It is a funny thing about life; if you refuse to accept anything but the best,...”
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Appreciating Your Degree
Now what? You’ve graduated from University and this is your first fall without heading back to campus. Without finding a job right out of the gate it can be hard stay excited about all the possibilites. A recent UBC graduate speaks about his post-graduation experience.
A few years ago I graduated from university with an undergraduate arts degree in English literature. Even as I type this I...
“Nobody knows what’s next, but everybody does it.”—George Carlin”
“To find a career to which you are adapted by nature, and then to work hard at...”
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From the CEO:The Difference Between a Job Site and...
I get asked all the time whether we are a “job site” whenever I mention what we do. Not only is it wrong, the misconception is fair. Many people don’t see a difference. For example - Forbes just released a list of The Top 75 Websites For Your Career. The list is a composition of job posting boards and internship sites, which are also posting boards. There are very few (if any)...
“It’s never too late to be what you might have been.”—George Eilot”
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5 Ways to Save Money in the School Year
This is my final semester at University. Even writing the words sends a little thrill through me knowing that this is the last time I will be picking out my favourite pen from the University Bookstore, or winding through bookshelves in the library, or scoffing at the prices of cookies at the coffee shop (but buying one when it’s the only option for a burst of energy). By the time winter arrives...
“Talents are common, everyone has them — but rare is the courage to follow our...”
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College Students and Distractions
When I first started University (5 years ago) there were fewer laptops and smart phones around campus. If someone was taking notes in class it was through old fashioned pen and paper. Granted, a few people would lug around laptops (Dell seemed to be popular at the time). Professors told me about their own college experience writing papers involving real books, hours at the library going through...
“Choose a job you love and you will never have to work a day in your...”
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WatchThis is the story of Michael Halsband, a photographer living in New York City. He gives a tour of his studio, shows some of his oldest works, and gives an indepth look into why photography is his passion.
This video was created by Freunde von Freunden, an international interview magazine that portrays people of diverse creative and cultural backgrounds.
“It is your work in life that is the ultimate seduction.”— Pablo Picasso”
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6 Killer Tasks Students Should Accomplish Before... →
The middle of September is upon us and the work is starting to pile up. How do you keep that motivation? It’s incredibly easy to mark your pages, set the work aside to do later, and forget about its deadline coming up in a couple days. Getting off to a productive start in the morning is a fantastic way to keep meeting your goals. By the time lunch rolls around you’ve already...
“There is no security in life, only opportunity.”— Mark Twain”
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Easy Ways to Get More Reading Done →
For many, school is back in full swing and that means lots (and lots) of reading. In a few short weeks a stack of books on your shelf needs to be read closely, marked with notes, and reformed into essays, projects, and presentations. Daniel Wong, author of The Happy Student tells us his top 10 ways to cracking open those books.
“Passion is the genesis of genius”—Tony Robbins”
