8 ways to master the art of small talk

Credit to Author: Murali Murthy| Date: Thu, 11 Jul 2024 12:26:42 +0000

Getting good at the art of small talk is not only appreciated in professional circles but can be a smart way to boost your career. Remember it’s not about simply initiating a conversation. It’s about engaging your audience with a meaningful conversation.

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How hiring managers decide between two strong candidates

Credit to Author: Murali Murthy| Date: Mon, 13 Mar 2023 18:11:33 +0000

Imagine a situation where there are two candidates being considered for a job after multiple rounds of interviews — and you are one of them. So how do you make sure that you are the chosen one?

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What you need to succeed in the “new normal”

Credit to Author: Staff Writer| Date: Tue, 29 Mar 2022 12:00:12 +0000

Seven skills immigrants should develop to thrive in today’s business environment The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way organizations across Canada do business. Two years ago, when the pandemic began, there was a belief that things would return to normal quickly. Today, it appears the world of work will never be the same. Remote and […]

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The importance of soft skills in the workplace

Credit to Author: Murali Murthy| Date: Mon, 10 Feb 2020 21:56:32 +0000

Soft skills in the workplace are important at every level and everyone can benefit from working on them, from students to newcomers to well-placed professionals. When applying for a job or a promotion, your soft skills are as important as the hard skills i.e., the skill you need to achieve success on the job. As […]

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Learn to maximize your potential. At work. In life.

Credit to Author: Murali Murthy| Date: Mon, 28 Oct 2019 23:33:50 +0000

Successful people in life and at the workplace are those who can maximize their potential each and every single day. We live in a culture of achievement and success. Learning to maximize your potential is simple once you understand the proper way to approach it. By following certain steps, you can make each and every […]

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Free courses to help newcomers improve communications skills

Credit to Author: Ramya Ramanathan| Date: Mon, 09 Sep 2019 18:00:11 +0000

Would you like to increase your confidence in using English in your workplace? Want to improve your interviewing and networking skills and make connections? Interested in understanding technology workplaces in Ontario? Georgian college is offering free courses for permanent residents and protected persons, beginning in Fall 2019. Workplace Communication Skills for Professional Managers, a blended […]

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10 soft skills that can help you get ahead

Credit to Author: Murali Murthy| Date: Wed, 21 Aug 2019 21:38:41 +0000

Beyond great credentials, soft skills give you the edge Soft skills are essential at all times in one’s life. On the career front, beyond solid credentials like a degree, work experience, and professional references, it’s your soft skills that ultimately help you get your foot in the door at your dream job and get ahead […]

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Dealing with cultural differences in the classroom

Credit to Author: Geneviève Beaupré and Susan Qadeer| Date: Tue, 16 Jul 2019 02:27:31 +0000

When we add newcomers to the diverse student mix in a typical Canadian post-secondary classroom, we have the possibility of delight as well as tension. The delight is the opportunity for students to learn from each other and develop an appreciation of how others do things. On the other hand, tensions can develop leading to […]

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What I learned from observing successful immigrants

Credit to Author: Ramya Ramanathan| Date: Sun, 28 Apr 2019 00:32:46 +0000

Five Secrets to Immigrant Success in Canada  I have met hundreds of successful immigrants who were able to establish themselves very successfully in Canada, live their dreams and make a positive impact on the community around them.I couldn’t help but notice five consistent themes that stood out from observing those successful immigrants. These are what […]

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