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Job Search Tips for the New Graduates Out There

Melanie — Wed, 11 Jun 2014 16:29:12 +0000

When you have the Knowledge but not the Experience

Firstly, congratulations for completing your education goals! You deserve applause! But unfortunately, your hard work is not over. You need to find employment in a very difficult job market. Confidence and charisma is key, but a few job search tips doesn’t hurt either.

A resume that stands out from the others is key! Don’t make it too flashy or crazy, but make it interesting enough to catch the reader’s eye. Make them want to learn more about you. Tailor each resume to fit that job description. Highlight your best points on the cover letter. What can YOU offer them? How can you make their company better?
If your work experience is brief or non-existent, play up your volunteer or internship positions, talk about your best education experiences, any awards you may have received, or professional memberships.
Use references that will talk highly about you. If you don’t have work experience, ask someone who chairs on an organizational committee, or a professor that knows your highlights. A volunteer coordinator who may have been impressed by your initiative.
Research the company thoroughly. Who are their customers? How can you attract more business? Think about how you will fit into the organization. Know their products or services enough that you can talk about them with ease. This will really impress the interviewer.
Be ready for interview questions about yourself and how you would react in certain situations. While researching the company, think about the work scenarios and how you would react.
Don’t neglect your school’s career department to get tips on where to look for employment. Talk to your professors. They have a wealth of knowledge and experience.
Clean up your social media presence. Join Linked In.
If there’s a job you really want, don’t be too shy to deliver your resume in person. Ask for the hiring supervisor, dress professional, shake hands, and look them in the eye. Make it so they will remember you.
Keep your skills current while looking for work. Volunteer at an organization that compliments your professional career. Make friends with the supervisor and get all the tips you can from those working in the field.

Grant given to give 9 youth new, employable skills, financial literacy and increase the possibility of future entrepreneurship

Melanie — Fri, 21 Mar 2014 15:22:57 +0000

TORONTO, << March 14, 2014 >> / – Toronto Community Housing Strengthening Communities grant
has given 9 youth from priority neighbourhoods the opportunity to learn new skills and increase the
probability of future entrepreneurship and employability. Youth built on their assets – leadership skills
and employability, business development and financial literacy for small business and
entrepreneurship.
To highlight the achievement of these young people, The Strengthening Communities Showcase is
scheduled for March 22, 2014 2pm to 4pm at Ascend (Youth Enterprise Network) @ 2350 Finch Ave.
West, Unit B, Toronto, ON M9M 2C7. Community members, friends and family will gather to
celebrate the accomplishment of the youth, who have had the opportunity to learn design principles
of t-shirt making and created merchandise for sale, at Ascend, in addition to learning the
fundamentals of business. These young entrepreneurs will be hosting this event and will share their
experiences throughout the 8 week project and future aspirations.
Engagement of this manner strengthens the social economic capacity of young entrepreneurs in the
GTA. Ascend endeavors to, not only; provide a space but a truly meaningful experience to youth.
Samuel, 17, says “this could be a promising career choice for me.” By creating these opportunities and
engaging youth, we are preparing the next generation with the tools that they will need to be
successful. “This opportunity opened my eyes to a whole new business venture.” (Sarah, 17).
In recent times, there has been a growing recognition of the need for youth to have the advantage of

Financial Youth Leaders

Melanie — Fri, 28 Feb 2014 15:43:33 +0000

We are in the process of gathering names of youth that may be interested in joining our Financial Youth Leaders.

If you know any youth between the ages of 13 and 18 in the Jane and Finch area, that may be interested in joining, please drop us a line.

We will meet for 5 sessions beginning in April. A Financial Literacy trainer will train youth on various topics such as budgeting, applying for OSAP, getting the best cellphone plan, how to use credit wisely. All participants will receive a certificate at the end of the 5 sessions, designating them as Financial Youth Leaders. There will also be prizes and food at every session.

For further information or to register, please call Melanie at (416)663-2733 Ext.250