Starting a new job is always an exciting endeavor, but what happens when, six weeks in, you realize it's not quite what you envisioned? This situation is more common than you might think, and it often boils down to a misalignment between expectations and reality. To navigate this crucial period and … [Read more...]
Employment with Charities in Canada: A Path Worth Considering for Immigrants
A Personal Journey: From Tech to Community Impact As a first-generation Canadian who has made the transition from the for-profit tech world to working with the Ottawa Community Foundation, I have gained a unique perspective on the opportunities and benefits of employment within the charitable … [Read more...]
A Personal Note on Using ChatGPT Wisely: A Teacher’s Perspective
My Dear Students, I hope this message finds you well. As I sit here reflecting on our journey together at Lambton College, I’m filled with gratitude and excitement for the future. We live in an incredible time where technology can significantly enhance our learning experience, and one tool that … [Read more...]
Strategies for International Students to Overcome Job Search Challenges in Canada
If you've been following my blog, you'll know my last two blogs were focused on discussing the challenges that international students, especially those from India, face when they come to Canada - with a specific empahsis on the challenges faced in finding a job. In my first blog, we talked about the … [Read more...]
Overcoming Job Search Challenges: What International students can expect in Canada
If you caught my previous blog, I dove into the struggles that international students, especially those from India, face when they come to Canada. Today, I am taking that discussion a step further by focusing on why finding a job can be particularly challenging for the students. This blog is a … [Read more...]
Navigating the Journey from India to Canada: Challenges Faced by International Students
Today, I want to dive into a topic close to my heart – the challenges that international students, especially from India, face when they come to Canada. Having lived in Canada for over 20 years and working closely with many students, I’ve seen these hurdles up close. Let's break it … [Read more...]
Understanding the Differences: Teaching, Mentoring, and Coaching
In my journey as a growth coach and a passionate advocate for intentional success, I've often encountered questions about the differences between teaching, mentoring, and coaching. Each plays a unique role in personal and professional development, yet they are often misunderstood or used … [Read more...]
Book Review: Stop Doing That Sh*t – End Self-Sabotage and Demand Your Life Back by Gary John Bishop
Have you ever wrestled a sofa up your driveway and into your house on your own just because you didn't realize you could ask for help? No? Okay, try this on for size. Have you ever gone into a spiral of doubt and anxiety because life was feeling just too good? What about any time you trip up just … [Read more...]
Book Review: Unlock Your Potential with “The Practicing Mind” by Thomas M. Sterner
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by performance anxiety, whether at work, school, or even during your leisure activities? Many of us have. It often seems like there's always someone out there who does things a little better, making it hard to feel satisfied with our own achievements. Thomas M. … [Read more...]
Distinguishing Facts from Opinions: A Framework for Informed Sense-Making
In my journey as a content writer and leadership coach, I've often pondered the critical distinction between facts and opinions. This distinction is foundational to professional development, decision-making, and sense-making. Today, I'd like to share a comprehensive framework that helps … [Read more...]