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It’s OK to pivot your career path – and here’s how to do it.
It’s not too late to learn how to pivot your career path! “What do you want to be when you grow up?” is a common question children are asked from a young age. You might get answers anywhere from a dinosaur to an astronaut, but many have no clue. For some, a career path is laid out for them. For others, the question is scary: how are you supposed to know from a young age what you want to do until retirement? My answers varied depending on my age. When I was young, I used to say ‘a ballerina’. How blissful would it be to spin around on stage in…
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Interview with Influencer Soheila Hakimi
Life as a full-time influencer – And tips to get you started. 10 years ago, you may have daydreamed about quitting your job to become an astronaut, a ballerina or a figure skater. In today’s era of social media, that dream has likely been replaced with a desire to take to your phone and influence the masses for money. It may seem like a questionable career path, but social media influencers represent the new generation of advertising. From Tik Tok stars to Instagram models, these modern-day Mad Men (and women) are single-handedly garnering the attention of the world’s biggest brands, with many making a killing while they do it. Whether…
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5 apps that every woman should have on their phone
Smartphones have become a part of daily life, and many apps help make routines and chores easier. While the tech world hasn’t always been women-friendly, new apps are changing that. Instagram and Pinterest are fan favourites among women. There are several other apps to download that can assist you in your day-to-day life. Here are five apps to consider adding to your phone. These apps range from helping track your period to navigating your personal finances. They’re all free and available to download on iOS and Android. Clue – Period Tracker Clue is an app that helps you make sense of your periods, fertility, pregnancy and menstrual health. The app…
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Tips for returning to the workplace
Returning to the workplace after working from home will be a big adjustment. Many employees have been working from home since March 24, 2020. That was when the provincial government announced the mandatory closure of all non-essential workplaces to contain the spread of COVID-19. This closure was put in place for 14 days and extended as the pandemic evolved. For some, this work-from-home situation was strange, and for others, it was more than ideal. Many companies have adapted over the past year. The need to go back into the office for five days a week may become a thing of the past. As Ontario moves into Stage Three and restrictions…
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Starting a side hustle during the pandemic
With many out of work due to the COVID-19 pandemic, some Ontarians have turned their hobbies into “side hustles”. These hobbies act as a supplemental source of income and as a creative outlet. From mask-sewing, to jewelry making, almost any creative hobby can find a customer base online. Etsy Canada, a popular online marketplace, saw shop openings increase more than 250 percentage points during its recent quarter. That was compared to the same period last year. In contrast, there has been an 8.3 per cent drop in active businesses since the pandemic’s start. Statistics Canada reported an estimated 25,614 Ontario businesses have closed since February 2020. Coral’s Cookies Coral Itzchaki’s…
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Meal prep tips for the girl on the go
Meal prepping — putting together the week’s meals ahead of time — has been a popular planning method for several years. According to Canada’s Food Guide, it’s an effective way to save time, reduce portion size and help reach nutrition goals. It can also help save money and reduce food waste. Start small When it comes to meal prepping, it is important to start small. Don’t overwhelm yourself. Cooking breakfast, lunch and dinner for an entire week at once can be intimidating at first. The Food Guide said, “There is no right or wrong way to plan meals. You can plan for the whole week ahead, or you can plan…
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Eco-friendly alternatives to pads and tampons
Menstruation can be an emotional, painful and messy experience. What the average person who menstruates might not realize is how much single-use plastic waste is involved. Tampons, pads, panty liners and their packaging all contain plastic. Pads alone are around 90 per cent plastic. This waste amounts to the average user throwing away 125 to 150 kg of menstruation-related products in their lifetime. This plastic waste can end up in a landfill or in oceans, rivers and beaches. The Canadian government recently announced a federal ban on single use plastic products. Regulations will be finalized by the end of 2021. Environmental groups like A Greener Future are asking the government…
