First WorkMotivation Struggles: Getting Past Negative Thoughts and Feelings“This is a great start.” I looked up from my Grade 12 teacher’s wooden desk. “Yeah, you’ll need more quotes to support your second and…Aug 18, 2021Aug 18, 2021
First WorkJuly Job NumbersWhile the employment gains should be celebrated, July’s labour market indicators show a rise in the number of discouraged workers, who will…Aug 17, 2021Aug 17, 2021
First WorkA Good Vision, A Lacking Roll-out: Transforming Ontario’s Employment ServicesIn the backdrop of pandemic, an Employment Services Transformation (EST) is quietly moving forward in Ontario, with little insight into the…Aug 11, 2021Aug 11, 2021
First WorkStaying Productive While Unmotivated“If you’re looking for a quick win, this section is a really easy one to finish off.” Sophia, the Communications Manager at First Work…Aug 4, 2021Aug 4, 2021
First WorkPushing Boundaries through Entrepreneurship Career ExplorationI think it’s safe to say of millennials and Gen-zer’s, we’ve come to the realization that the 9–5 work schedule in place for as long as we…Jun 30, 2021Jun 30, 2021
First WorkNavigating Relationships at Work: Building Healthy Relationships and Being a Supportive Co WorkerWe walked out into the parking lot, heading towards a fenced in, shaded area. My boss was in search of a park bench located near a newly…Apr 14, 2021Apr 14, 2021
First WorkYes, you should attend that online event!If you’re like me, then you’re sick of hearing the words “COVID-19.” You long for the days when we were able to gather in large crowds at…Mar 17, 2021Mar 17, 2021
First WorkNavigating Relationships at Work: Reading the Signs…and Responding to ThemI felt great for the rest of the morning. I had just given up scrolling past the news section of my YouTube feed, filled with videos about…Mar 3, 2021Mar 3, 2021
First WorkGrowing your horizons: Exploring a career in Landscaping & HorticultureBack in November, I was asked by Landscape Ontario to partner with Aspire on a career exploration event for the Landscaping and…Feb 24, 2021Feb 24, 2021
First WorkNavigating Relationships at Work: Making Critical Decisions and Trusting MyselfI rushed to the parking meter ahead of my car. I didn’t know how long this would take, and had already used most of my ticket time down the…Feb 17, 2021Feb 17, 2021