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  • Onward and Upward: February 2016

    Onward and Upward: February 2016

    You made it through the first month of 2016! We are all half way through the winter storm, but not half way through the year, yet. The first month of a new year can be the most challenging; new assignments, new grade, new teachers, and maybe even some new friends. Once you get through your first month of the year, you can always move up and and change whatever isn’t working for you. If you feel like January was your “test drive” month, that’s OK. Just pick your socks up and start again with a refreshing new outlook and perspective!

    In February’s issue of JPD, we have more new videos to check out: Chemical Engineer-Plastic Molds, Athletic Trainer-Sports Rehabilitation, Coach-Strength Conditioning, Police Officer-Evidence Technician-Blood Collection. We also have some awesome new articles on how you can make a career out of your love for nature, why you shouldn’t cheat on a test, how to build social skills on campus, and how choosing a trade can help you in your daily life.

    Starting this month, we will be sharing some inspiring success stories of women and men working in the trades, all over Canada- visit our trades section for more details!

    Have a great month and enjoy all your Valentines Day candy!

     

    Erin Lynne Bouman

    Content Editor

     

  • Happy New Year from JobsPeopleDo!

    Happy New Year from JobsPeopleDo!

    Welcome to 2016. Last year was great, but this year will be even better; more planning, goal setting and high achievements. This might be your best year yet! Setting goals and making resolutions is very common this time of year. However, sometimes, people start out the new year with motivation, and slowly lose it over time- don’t let this happen to you! In this January issue of JPD, we have some great tips and tricks to help you stick to your resolutions and achieve your goals, whether long or short term.  If you falter on your resolutions in the first few months of the year, it is never too late to turn it around.

    JPD has some great new job videos to show you (just to name a few): Systems Engineer-Aerospace, Doctor of Dental Surgery, Civil Engineer- Water Reclamation, Construction Worker-Green Builder, Police Officer-Evidence Technician. For more new videos, make sure to browse the different job video tabs- don’t miss out! Within the next few months, we’ll be releasing more new job videos you can sink your teeth into.

    Good luck and stay safe!

     

    Erin Lynne Bouman

    Content Editor

  • Happy Holidays from JobsPeopleDo!

    Happy Holidays from JobsPeopleDo!

    December can be a very busy, hectic month. Between shopping for Holiday gifts and attending parties, you will most likely be dedicating time to study for exams and finals. The excitement of a brand new year is upon you, and you will be taking the time to reflect on your year- what you accomplished, what you didn’t, and what you want to accomplish in the new year.

    This month, JPD has some great articles like how to handle exams, what you can do when you feel bogged down with school work, managing family and peer pressure, and how to motivate yourself. We also have a special article on how to save money during the holiday season (Scholarships). In our Trades section, we have a number of Career Profiles to catch up on, as well as information on scholarships in the trades.

    Be sure to check out our brand new job videos on being a Construction Manager, Engineer Technologist, Marine Engineer, Physiotherapist Assistant, Public Relations Rep, Speech Language Pathologist, and Veterinarian.

    Whatever your December schedule entails, keep in mind that balance can be the key to success during the holiday season.

    Happy Holidays and see you in 2016!

     

    Erin Lynne Bouman

    Content Editor

  • The Wilderness of Winter

    The Wilderness of Winter

    Welcome to the November issue of JobsPeopleDo !

    Winter is sneaky. One moment you are gathering up fallen leaves from your yard; the next minute you are putting on your winter boots and coat so you don’t freeze on your way to school. The same can be said about tests and final year-end projects; one day you get the assignment, and before you can blink, the assignment is due already! Don’t let winter or that upcoming assignment catch you off guard. If you prepare for your year-end tests and assignments, you can allow yourself to get caught in the beautiful wilderness of winter; nothing can bring you down!

    In this issue, we have a ton of new website updates,  job videos and articles. Make sure to check out the job video section to see what’s new- you might find the career of your dreams! This month we have articles on how to develop employability skills, critical thinking, how to study for multiple choice exams, how to form a study group in college, tips for taking a test, running a business in the trades, and scholarship essay question examples, just to name a few.

    Embrace the oncoming cold, and plunge ahead into success!

    Fortune favours the bold.

    ~ Latin Proverb~

     

    Sincerely,

    Erin Lynne Bouman

    Content Editor

  • October Brings New Changes in the Air!

    October Brings New Changes in the Air!

    Welcome to the October issue of JobsPeopleDo.com!

    Fall brings many changes. The weather changes, and so does your mood. You put on an extra sweater before you go outside, and begin mentally preparing for the cold winter ahead. You will also be preparing for your upcoming mid-term exams. It may seem far away now, but it will always creep up on you before you know it. The best thing to do in  Fall is organize and prioritize yourself and your studies. Bears prepare themselves in the Fall for winter hibernation, and so can you; crazy comparison, I know, but it’s true! If you are feeling bogged down by school work, go outside and breath in the fresh Fall air. It is a gorgeous time of year to enjoy nature and ponder possibilities.

    In October’s JPD issue, we have some fantastic articles for you: how to prepare for law school, the changing jobs of the future, goal setting tips and tricks, accommodations for blind students and an informative article and documentary called Bridging the Gap: Women in Skilled Trades.

    In the coming months, JPD will have a handful of new job videos to look at, and new website updates to share. We are also adding a ton of new writers to the team, sharing their experiences of post-secondary studies and the job market. Enjoy your October and be sure to check us out next month!

     

    Sincerely,

    Erin Lynne Bouman

    Content Editor

  • New School Year, New Beginnings…

    New School Year, New Beginnings…

    Welcome Back!

    This month, you will be back at school- refreshed, rejuvenated and ready to take on everything and anything that comes your way. Starting a new school year can be scary sometimes, but it can also give you an opportunity to start over. If you feel like last year wasn’t your best, this year is your chance to make it better! Saying that, JobsPeopleDo will help you along the way with some resourceful articles like a new column called “If I Knew Then”, advice for your career from the acclaimed Harvard School of Business Class of 63′, campus safety advice, new Aboriginal scholarship options, campus safety advice, and being an introvert in school. We also have some exciting new articles in our Community section, including a profile on ARC Industries and how to apply for jobs within Ontario.

    Where will you be 5 years from now? College or University; which one is for me? How do I keep fit and healthy on a busy university schedule? Is a business empire in my future? These are just some of the questions this month’s Jobs People Do articles may be able to answer for you.

    In our October issue, we will be hearing from someone with firsthand experience in working with assistive technology for disabled individuals. We will also have advice on living with new roommates, how to be an activist, and what you can do if you aren’t feeling challenged in school.

    Happy Reading, Writing and Arithmetic!

     

    All the Best,

    Erin Lynne Bouman

    Content Editor

     

  • August : The Last Month of Summer

    August : The Last Month of Summer

    Hello Everyone!

    We are now into August; the last month of summer before school. As you enjoy and relish your last summer activities and events, you should also be thinking about your return to school. A great way to get your mind geared up for the new school year, is to write out your goals. They can be academic, extracurricular, or financial.

    In our Jobs People Do August issue, you will find many articles to help get your mind “re-occupied” with things like scholarships, trade career options and your mental health. Some other articles this month discuss trade job shadowing, starting your own business in high school, different ways we learn and dealing with gossip at school.

    So, let your mind body and soul soak up the last days of summer with some great reads and useful information from Jobs People Do; we’ll see you again in September!

    Regards,

    Erin Lynne Bouman

    Content Editor

  • July 2015: Summer Fun, Summer Focus

    July 2015: Summer Fun, Summer Focus

    It’s here. Summer Vacation! Could this really be happening? Is this really true?

    Why, yes!

    You have worked so hard all year long, you are now ready to spend a few months outside those school doors and shouting, ” I did it!” You sure did. And if you didn’t accomplish everything you wanted, there is always a chance to redeem yourself- whether it is in academics, sports or the arts. There is always a way to catch up. Summer school and alternative studying throughout the summer can be an option for students still needing credits and help to boost grades.

    The summer is a time for fun, but it can also be a time for focus. Don’t forget everything you just absorbed from the previous school year- let it help you in other areas of your life. Try out some new jobs and volunteering positions this summer; this might be the summer you decide what career path you will take on. Every spare minute during the summertime is valuable and should not be taken for granted. Even though the school year is over, Jobs People Do still has some awesome articles and links for you to check out including Babysitting tips, career profiles, summertime events in Toronto, nature watch events, personal budgeting tips, new scholarships and grants from July-September, and fun projects to do over the summertime ( just to name a few!)

    So, put on your sun hat, grab your tablet, laptop or phone and check out Jobs People Do this month. We’re pretty…cool.

     

    Later Days!

    Erin Lynne Bouman

    Content Editor

     

  • Every Ending has a New Beginning…

    Every Ending has a New Beginning…

    Hello, Gang!

    My name is Erin Lynne Bouman and I am your new JPD Content Editor! I am very excited to start a new chapter with you and share as much great new content as humanly possible. Right now you are all probably wrapping up your school year with exams and final projects- summer is almost here!

    It is a great time to start thinking ahead. What do you want your summer to look like and how do you prepare for it? These are the types of questions you should be asking yourself. This month, we have some great advice on volunteer options and how to chill out and make the best of your summer. We have tons of new Career Profiles to sink your teeth into, including some great career options in the trades’ section. Have you ever kicked yourself in the butt for not finding a summer job quick enough? Stressed to the max and need some advice on how to deal? Interested in learning about Sports scholarships? We have all those articles and more; we got your back.

    Summer isn’t all sunshine and lollipops. It can be a time to reflect on your past year and what goals you want to set up for your next school year. Work hard, play hard, as they always say. You want to be able to walk into a new school year and shout, “I am ready!” So, don’t fall in the hole that is the summer boring blues so you can look back and go, “I wish I could have done that”; no regrets. Use June as your springboard and spring into summer ready and rocking…

  • The Final Stretch

    The Final Stretch

    It’s May, which means you are entering the home stretch in school. If you’re in college or university, final exam time is upon you. For students in secondary school, you will be gearing up for your exams, papers and all of the final projects that will come due shortly.

    Naturally, all of this activity can lead to stress. We’ve got all the tips and tricks you need to help you manage the workload – and still have a life. Check out the great articles in our Student Life section, and search further under the “Health” tag to find ways to keep everything in order, mentally and emotionally.

    ‘Tis the season for scholarship applications, and this month we have a treasure trove of great scholarships and bursaries you can apply for to help fund your education. Remember, there is – literally – a scholarship out there for everyone. All you have to do is take the time to apply!

    Our Community section is packed with advice for students with learning disabilities on how they can best manage the transition into university life. There is a wealth of resources available to help you get the best start in your post-secondary adventures.

    Finally, since it IS May, don’t forget to get outside and grab some fresh air. It will do wonders to calm your mind and relieve stress naturally.

    Have a great month!

    Jasmin Bollman
    Content Editor