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&to boldy goThe future of
biomedical engineering
New gameCareers in the video
game industry
studentdebt
affects yourcareer
how
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business.humber.ca
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Tourism Management
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3 The Home Depot(Part-time)
9 Aecon11 College Pro13 The Source15 OSCO Construction Group
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for Children25 Tommy Hilfiger Canada
OBC Canon Canada Inc.
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29 Durham College30 Humber, School of Media
Studies and InformationTechnology
30 Queens University31 Brock University31 Canadian Automotive
Institute, Georgian College
31 Centennial College31 Conestoga College31 Fanshawe College31 Ithaca College31 Queens University31 Schulich School of
Medicine and Dentistry
31 Sheridan College31 Trent UniversityIBC Centennial College
6 Insurance Instituteof Canada
21 School Finder22 Scholarships Canada24 Canadian Grocery
HR Council
5 Rogers Wireless7 Excel
What happens when the money you borrowed to pay for school
affects your career decisions? A look at how student debt can
have you putting off your life plans, and what you can do about it.
16
Imag
e:iStockphoto/Thinkstock
8interviewsmarts Paul Sayers from Hydro One gives
us a few tips.
10careercupid Dontcheat on your new job with an-
other job.
14start
up Kendal Netmakeron sports, Aboriginal youth, and
Moose Meat Apparel.
4Success Story Keira De-nyse Balderston on dedication,
hard work, and finding time to
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6From our blogs Probably the worst job. Ever.
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Soft SkillsThe last impression.
30Edu-ma-cation Save the world with a Masters of
Social Work.
32JobLife Showing up is halfthe battle.
21To Boldly Go The brightfuture of biomedical engineering.
23What the Textbook WontTeach Ya! When it comesto trades, getting out to shows,
meeting people, and getting your
hands dirty can bring your career
to the next level.
26Pick your Character Tester,programmer, animator, sound de-
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28One Rung at a Time Climbing the retail ladder can be
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"I probably wouldnt have beenas confident today without thesports that Ive played. And Ithink if more Aboriginal youthwould find these teams to playon, we could develop morepositive things for the Aboriginalcommunities."
Kendal Netmaker, from Start Up(page 14)
noteI have debt. A lot of debt, actually. And Im very late on mak-
ing payments. In fact, Im pretty sure that they are going to
garnish my wages any day now. I try, though.
I had to drop out of university during my fourth year becauseI had too much debt, and couldnt pay my rent (ever get an
eviction notice? Not fun). I landed a position with a magazine,
which was the bees knees at the time, but I needed to make
more money. So I quit, and decided to work in another indus-
try where I could potentially make more money. I was miser-
able working that job, and it soon became apparent that I
wasnt paying off my loan any faster than I was at the last job.
I was working longer hours, had no vacation, and no benefits.
Then, the company I was working for fell on dark financial
days, and I took a pay cut. And then the creditors started call-
ing. I used to wake up sweating, panicking about that bill that
I couldn't pay. So I asked myself, is the stress Im experiencing
from my debt worth this job?
It wasnt. If I was going to be stressed and poor, I may as well
be happy in my career. So I enrolled in a post-grad program,
ignored all my bills, and took out more loans to get to, well,
to where I am now. Since graduation, Ive given up a place to
live, food, and lots of pride. But Im here now, doing what I
love. Was it worth it? Yes. Could I have done it a little more
strategically? You bet.
If you take away anything from this months feature story
on how student debt can affect your career, make sure that
Jason Rhyno
what you are studying, what you are investing in, is wor th the
cost. Higher education typically leads to a better career, but
if you are studying something that you dont enjoy, stop it.
Right now.I recently received an email from a student who is torn be-
tween two programs, both of which are housed at the school
I attended. Being a reader of jobpostings magazine, she dis-
covered that I attended one of the programs, and took the ini-
tiative to ask me a lot of questions. She was curious about the
quality of the program, whether or not there were work-study
options, how well did the program prepare me for a career
in book and magazine publishing, and whether the program
would make her more marketable in the real world. I an-
swered her immediately, and then passed her email off to
some of my former classmates so that she could benefit from
their unique perspectives. If you are thinking of doing a post-
grad, or a masters, this is one of the smartest things you can
do to make sure you are getting the best educational bang for
your borrowed buck.
Its going to be tough finding a career in your chosen industry,
and probably even tougher with all that debt on your shoulders.
But stay positive, stick to your guns, and dont get disheartened.
If you love what you are studying, youll end up loving your ca-
reer. And hopefully the money, as they say, will follow.
Best of luck with the spring job hunt.
editors
our favourite quotethis month:
Nathan Laurie
Mark Laurie
Jason Rhyno
nSonya van Heyningen
nJeff Sebanc, Kevin Nelson,
Christine Fader, Allison
Mitchell, Laura Manuel.
nnAndrew Williams
nnnnSarah-Lyn Amaral,
Lori Blanchard,
Mary Vanderpas
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What drew you to your current field?
My father was a partner with a big firm and
was able to talk to me about all of the opportu-
nities available to CAs. With a true passion and
interest in the field of business, I knew that this
designation would be invaluable in shaping a
successful future career. A few key attractions
of the accounting profession are that I would
be exposed to a wide variety of industries and
business issues while working with many differ-
ent, highly intellectual individuals; being able to
travel and being placed in a nourishing training
ground to develop my skills. Every day I learn
something new, something I can take forward
with me in anything I do in the future. This iswhy I chose accounting.
Tell us a bit about your responsibilities.
There are many responsibilities. Working for
an accounting firm means that you have to be
accountable (no pun intended), not only on
a personal level but also on a team level. On a
daily basis, I am responsible for completing key
sections on an engagement. I am responsible
for communicating any issues that I find with
my senior in order to ensure they are properly
resolved. I am responsible for communicating
with both the team and the client on related
business matters. Overall, the responsibilitiescan be summed up as working hard and en-
suring that I continuously work efficiently and
strive for excellence in meeting all deadlines.
What is the most challenging aspect ofyour position?
There are many challenging aspects of my po-
sition, but all of them are incredibly positive. I
would say that one challenge would be learn-
ing to balance personal time and work time. I
am just finishing my first busy season, as it
is called in the industry, where we have to work
hard to get all of the work done in order for
our clients to issue their year-end financialstatements. Because there are long hours
sometimes, it was important to ensure
that I set time aside for the things that
I love to do. Finding time in my week
to run, play the guitar, and hang out
with friends was challenging but also
taught me how efficient I really can
be on both a professional and personal
level. Another key challenge would be
that there is a huge learning curve in
this job. This challenge is also one of
the most rewarding parts of my job as well. Ev-
ery day I am faced with something new and it
is important to confidently and assertively as-
sess the issues and be aware of what questions
I need to ask.
What is the most rewarding part ofyour job?
That is an easy one everything! Honestly
though, it is the people I get to work with and the
daily learning. I am constantly either strengthen-
ing my work skills or developing new ones. There
is not a day that goes by when I do not have a
positive take-away in terms of skill develop-
ment. And back to the people my teams have
all been fantastic. We have a lot of fun together
while at the same time supporting each other
both on the job and in personal and career-relat-
ed development. KPMG has an amazing support
system in place, which, through being both a
mentor and a mentee, I have the opportunity to
learn from others and create new stretch goals.
What do you think it takes to be success-ful in this career?
Dedication, hard work, and accountability to
personal and career-related growth. It requires
that you take advantage of all of the opportuni-
ties available within the firm. Opportunities can
range from on the job experience to getting in-volved in the community with the support of the
firm. From what I have seen, the most success-
ful individuals are those that take full account-
ability for their own learning and development,
ensuring that they are truly enjoying as well as
benefiting from the work that they do.
What advice do you have for studentslooking to land their first job?
Talk to as many people as possiblefriends,
family, teachers, counsellors, firm representa-
tives. Get as much information as possible and
then assess it on a personal level to figure out
what works for you. Create specific goals andanalyze the path and support that you will need
to attain them. Also, make sure that you are de-
veloping the skills that firms are looking for. Get
involved in the community, act as a mentor for
others, be dedicated to your studies. If you are
working hard, then a potential employer will
recognize this. Remember that landing a job is a
two way street yes a firm is hiring you, but
you are also hiring them as well.
Company
KPMG (Vancouver office)
Position
Staff Accountant
Length of employment1 year
Degree
Bachelor of Commerce (BComm), Currently
Completing Masters in Professional
Accounting (MPAcc)
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had a bad Job
from ourblogs | 02/25/2011
A bad job is in the eye of the beholder. What one
person considers to be an endless grind of suck,
another might find a limitless source of chal-
lenge and joy. For example: I know people who
work in the service industry and would do just
about anything undertake a third or fourth
round of schooling, participate in some seri-
ously shameless schmoozing to escape the
front lines. I also know several career servers
who've been perfecting their craft for decades,
who would never think of doing anything else;
one of these recently opened her own restau-
rant. And regardless of the particulars, even
the worst jobs often have something to teach
us about ourselves, the world, or whatever.
That said, some jobs are really just... awful.
Take the psychologically-damaging, low-pay-
ing, truly craptastic plight of the Internet Con-
tent Reviewer, for example:
"Ricky Bess spends eight hours a day in front
of a computer near Orlando, Fla., viewing some
of the worst depravities harbored on the Inter-
net. He has seen photographs of graphic gang
killings, animal abuse and twisted forms of
pornography. One recent sighting was a photo
of two teenage boys gleefully pointing guns atanother boy, who is crying...
Workers at Telecommunications On Demand,
who make $8 to $12 an hour, view photos that
have been stripped of information about the us-
ers who posted them. Rapidly cycling through
pages of 300 images each, they are asked to
flag material that is obviously pornographic or
violent, illegal in a certain country or deemed
inappropriate by a specific Web site.
You can read the rest in The New York Times then
get back to me on this. What was your worst job
ever? The one with the barely-there pay, the in-
sufferable colleagues, the total lack of redeem-
ing qualities the one you quit with Maguire-
esque fanfare and aplomb. And did you needcounselling after you escaped? Let's hear it.
by Emily Minthorn
aNd you thought you
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aQDescribe a specific situationwhen you built a good workingrelationship with others?
So you screwed up in the
interview, huh? They asked
the ol Whats your greatest
weakness question and you
responded with cupcakes,
hoping to get a laugh.Awkward.
Lucky for you we have friends
on the inside recruiting
friends (the people wholl be
interviewing you). It cost
us a few favours, but they
finally agreed to explain
why they ask what
they ask, and what
the best answers are.
Its a cheatsheet
for interviews.
Good luck!
smarts* interview
by Paul Sayers
Aboriginal Recruitment Consultant
@Hydro One Networks
The ability to create and maintain successful
working relationships is an essential component
of success in any job. However, people skills
do not come naturally or easily to all people.
Although work experience and education are
two critical criteria in obtaining a position,
increasingly it is the personality of the candidatethat sets them apart from their competitors and
successfully lands them the job.
Relationship building is important for numerous
reasons, but in the workplace its a valuable skill
to have in everyday dealings with co-workers,
and equally important if your job requires you
to work with external clients.
This is one of my favourite questions because
it allows me to gauge how a candidate
interacts with people, how they would work
on a team and how their relationship building
process works. It is an immediate indicator
of a candidates personality since those who
are people persons tend to respond in areasonable amount of time and have numerous
life experiences to pull from to answer this
question. Candidates who struggle with this
question tend to lack a proper response or sit in
uncomfortable silence.
Ive seen several candidates go into a tailspin in
a job interview because they struggle with this
question. However, if people skills are not your
strong point, here are a few tips to remember if
you want to develop this skill:
Be open and friendly to everyone. Treat others
the way you like to be treated. Its simple, buteffective.
Be yourself but remember to keep it within a
professional context.
Become a good listener. People skills are not
only about being an effective communicator,
but also about really listening to what a co-
worker or business contact is saying. Effective
two way communication is the end result if
all parties involved are engaged and really
listening to what the other person is saying.
Find out if your school offers public speaking
workshops or clubs, and sign up and join. It is
proven that active participation in these groups
leads to improved communication skills.
Maintain semi-regular contact with co-workers
and business clients who are not a part of your
everyday work day. A short email to touch
base with them every few months says that
you value them as a colleague/client. This will
always be beneficial especially if there is a
possibility that you may work more closely with
them in the future.
These are some of the tips that have worked
for me and guided me throughout my
career. Remember, when you are applying
for a position, your competition may have an
equivalent level of experience and education,
but in an increasingly competitive job market, a
person with exceptional interpersonal skills will
walk away with the job.
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areer
upid
stayed home in Canada
and got buried in more
snow. Okay, so, I guess its
not hard to see the begin-
ning of the attraction.
But it didnt end there.
There were campus tours
and meetings with fasci-
nating faculty and students
from all over the world.
There was even some over-
coming of adversity (Im
always a sucker for that)
as we learned about what
its like to live in a place
where there isnt a singleTim Hortons or Starbucks
(or even reliable electricity).
But most of all, there was
an incredible community
of people who were so pas-
sionate about what they
were doing that it made me
want to join them.
Now, weve gone our sep-
arate ways and I wont lie,
Im feeling quite bereft.
Its as if Ive been dating apretty hot guy and he also
happens to come with a
great family. Even though,
yknow, officially, Im
already in a committed
career relationship here
in Canada.
You dont have to stay in
the same job forever, but,
my little crush is a prime
example of how easily and
quickly you can complicate
your career. Most students
I see dont have a long-
term job that theyre being
wooed away from, but they
often mess up their career
relationships because of a
crush, nonetheless.
A most common career
blunder is students who
accept a job offer (the
Christine Fader works as a career counsellor at Queens University and is the author of, Career
Cupid: Your Guide to Landing and Loving Your Dream Job. Visit her website at careercupid.com
Im recuperating from
a crush. You know the
feeling. You cant stop
thinking about them,
you wonder what theyredoing right now and you
daydream that theyre
dying to call you.
I thought I looked pretty
good. I wore the good
shoes and took my fancier
pens, and it seemed as
if there was yknow
chemistry. They stood
there day after day, all
friendly and interesting
and sort of twinkly to
boot and they made me
get a crush on them, even
though Im already in a
long-standing relationship.
Funny, how an invitation
from a Caribbean medical
school can do that to a
girl. I was invited to tour
their Miami and Dominica
campuses in February
while my regular job
myheatineart
by Christine Fader
romantic equivalent of
getting engaged) but dont
notify outstanding job ap-
plications that theyre now
employed (the romantic
equivalent of continuing to
date while youre engaged).
It happens easily. After all,
you have to hedge your
bets, right? You apply to
more than one job to help
increase the odds that
someone will want to
interview you and hope-
fully offer you a job. And
from there, its one small
step to drama which can
end badly.
Perhaps the outstanding
applications look a little
more appealing but youdont want to lose out on
a job in hand for a job you
dont know youll get. So,
you accept the first job
but sort of stick it in your
pocket and keep going to
other interviews or waiting
for the call from the other
jobs. You might not think
its a big thing but if you
do get offered something
by hot job down the street,
first job is not going to be
happy to be thrown over.
And sometimes that
unhappiness has teeth
that will bite your career
for some time to come. Re-
cruiters in particular fields
often know each other. You
might want to work for the
first organization at some
point in the future. You
will probably see the first
organization at industryevents and how awkward
will that be? In particularly
harsh cases, first organiza-
tion might actually sue
you for reneging on your
job offer because youre
breaking a legal contract.
Its like a big ol Hollywood
divorce and you thought
that all you were doing
was backing out of a job at
Flap Jack Attack.
So, before you accept a
job, ask for time to make
the decision. Then, weigh
the pros and cons. Even
though the jobs you are
dreaming about look really
amazing, its important to
note that most times, you
will rarely be accepting A
PERFECT JOB. There are
always compromises to
make.
Ask yourself: on balance,
can I give and gain some-
thing from this job that
makes it worth pursuing at
this time?
Dont accept a job until
youre ready. And once you
do accept it (remember, its
like getting engaged!), with-
draw from the outstanding
applications you have out
there. There will always be
things that look like better
options so remind yourself
that you are leaving those
exciting possibilities intactfor the future.
As for me, I have steeled
myself against my Carib-
bean crush by reminding
myself of something I
hadnt fully considered
while I was dreaming about
my hot new, palm tree ca-
reer: life without Starbucks.
I love my Canadian job.
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the lastimpi
by Allison Mitchell
F u You may or may not have to follow up after an inter-
view. It will really depend on what the interviewer
told you about the timeline of the interview process
(and if they didnt tell you this timeline, then that
should have been one of your questions!). For ex-
ample, if they told you that they would be contact-
ing you with their decision within a week and it has
been two weeks since your interview, then by all
means, follow up. Maybe you werent the successful
candidate or maybe the interview process got tem-
porarily sidetracked; either way, you want to know.
You can follow up with a phone call first, and if theinterviewer isnt available, then send an email. Just
let them know that you are following up on the in-
terview that you had on (insert date) for (insert po-
sition title) and you are wondering if a decision has
been made. If you were not the successful candidate,
then ask for feedback; you can use this information
to improve your chances the next time you go to an
interview. Following up in a professional manner is a
great last impression to leave them with.
A great first impression is extremely important, but
you cannot rely solely on that first impression. You
have to follow through and leave an equally great
last impression. Even though I am referring to only
the first and last impressions, you really need to
bring your A-game to the whole interview; there is
no room for coasting in an interview. Some people
are so nervous about the interview that they breathe
a sigh of relief when the interviewer stops asking
questions and they dont follow through on the last
impression. The first and last impressions tend to
make the most impact, so keep this in mind the next
time you are in an interview and thank you for tak-
ing the time to read about last impressions!
Everyone knows how important it is to make a great
first impression; especially when you go to a job in-
terview. You spend time preparing for the interview
and looking your best so that you can wow the inter-
viewer, but have you ever thought about the last im-
pression that you are leaving? Imagine that youve
made a stellar first impression but didnt bother
worrying about the end of the interview: what im-
pression is the interviewer left with? Its that last im-
pression that can propel you into the next round of
interviews, so you need to make it memorable.
inn in In my mind, the last impression starts as soon as
the interviewer gives you an opportunity to ask
your questions. This is a fantastic opportunity
to learn more about the position, the team, the
manager, the company, and the next steps in the
interview process. Use this opportunity! Failing to
ask questions means that you dont get the infor-
mation that you need in order to make an informed
decision of whether this position and company are
the right fit for you (remember: when you go to an
interview, you should be interviewing the com-
pany as much as the company is interviewing you).
It could also tell the interviewer that you arent in-
terested enough in the position or company to pre-
pare and ask questions. Is that an impression that
you want to leave the interviewer with?
cn in Once the interviewer has finished asking their
questions and you have finished asking yours, its
time to say goodbye. This goodbye may happen
wherever your interview took place or, if the inter-
viewer walks you out, it may happen at the frontdoor of the companys building. This could be the
last face to face contact you have with the inter-
viewer: shake their hand, look them in the eye and
thank them for their time and the opportunity to
meet. Most people are pretty good at this, but it is
so simple that everybody should be doing it. Start-
ing to walk out the door and then turning around
to do this step as an afterthought doesnt count.
tn-y N You made it through the interview and you have
left the building congratulations! But, you still
arent done with making a good last impression.
The next step is to send a thank-you note. Some
interviewers dont put a lot of weight on receiving
a thank-you note while some consider it extremely
important. Play it safe and always send a thank-
you note, and while you never know how the in-
terviewer feels about them, it certainly cant hurt;
it can only help you. An interviewer will be meeting
with several people so why not give them another
reason to remember you?
Now the question: email or handwritten thank-you
note? Tough call. It really comes down to timing.
If you know that the interviewer will be making a
decision quickly, then email is a good option. If you
know that the decision will be made in a week or
so, then try a handwritten note. If you are local to
the company, then drop it off instead of relying on
the mail. Even when dropping it off at the compa-
ny, it may take a few days to get to the right person,
so keep that in mind.
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Interviewed byJason Rhyno
23 years old. Athlete, coach, student
and owner of Moose Meat Apparel: The
first clothing company in Canada to
create, support and develop Aboriginal
youth-based sports teams and have sales
year-round. Studying Native Studies at
University of Saskatchewan.
ACE 2011 Student Entrepreneur
Saskatchewan Champion.
Where did the inspiration come from for Moose
Meat Apparel?
It all started back on my mens volley ball team. We
started calling ourselves moose meat, and basi-
cally that name kind of created a big fan base for
us. People liked our name, they liked our slogan, our
humour everything. So I thought theres an op-
portunity here to make a clothing line because of
the response, and theres also an opportunity to do
something good with it as well, as in creating more
sports teams with the name Moose Meat.
Can you tell me a little about those initial stages of
getting Moose Meat off the ground?
I found some mentors to help me because I dont
have a business background. I made my first busi-
ness plan and I entered in a few business competi-
tions, one being the Aboriginal Youth Idea Challenge
in Saskatchewan, and the second one being the Wil-
son IQ Idea Challenge at U of S. I ended up finishing
first in the Aboriginal one and fifth in the Wilson
one. So thats how my start up plan came, and thats
how I was able to get my first batch of inventory.
You mentioned some mentors. How did you go
about finding mentors?
I found someone who was an Aboriginal cloth-
ing company owner, and his name was Timothy
Lewis. What he owns is Tansi Clothing; what he
does is promote Aboriginal languages through
his clothing. I asked him via Facebook if we could
meet up, and thats how it all started. He met with
me after classes and evenings once a week, and
encouraged me to do this. He helped me with my
first business plan as well.
What were some of the biggest challenges at
this stage?
The first challenge for me was having the confi-
dence in myself to do this. I dont have a business
background; Ive never taken a business class be-
fore, even prior to starting the business. I think that
was the biggest challenge believing in myself.
The competitions really gave me that confidence.
If I hadnt won any of the startup competitions, I
wouldnt have started right away
Can you talk about the importance of sports in re-
lation to youth? There are some funding problems
with sports and youth teams here in Canada. Im
curious as to your thoughts on that.
Ive seen the problem back when I was growing up
that Aboriginal youth had trouble being a part
of mainstream sports teams. The primary reason
for that was funding and the whole income situ-
ation. Thats what I faced as a youth. I had trouble
getting to and from the city to play on the volleyball
team. I was fortunate to be gifted in many sports,
but I could only afford to play one sport, and I think
I could have excelled in all of them. But I was still
fortunate to play volleyball and it carried me on to
college; I played two years there then transferred to
U of S. Thats why I created these sports teams as
well as pursue my clothing line, because Ive seen
what it does for me, Ive seen what it does for my
friends, some of whom are top players in Canada.
Sports are very powerful and thats one area that
needs to be developed, funding-wise for sure.
How do you think sports can combat some of the
traps that a lot of youth fall into, especially Aborigi-
nal youth?
The first thing is being part of a team. I think be-
ing part of a team allowed me to open up, because,
for a lot of First Nations people, were brought up
a little differently than mainstream society, espe-
cially if you live on a reserve. Were more traditional
and taught to not be too open to everything, so I
guess being part of a team kind of opened me up
that way and helped me meet new people. And it
helped me develop my skills one of them being
confidence. I probably wouldnt have been as confi-
dent today without the sports that Ive played. And
I think if more Aboriginal youth would find theseteams to play on, we could develop more positive
things for the Aboriginal communities.
Any advice for students starting their own business?
I would find really positive people to inspire you,
because thats the hardest part just believing
that you can do it. I was the only one holding myself
back from pursuing this idea. If you find positive
people to help you, they will really help you start up
any idea you have.
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It is a frequent
refrain: a
post-secondary
education is
the key to a
professional
job. And a professional
job should be ones
ticket to saving a nest
egg, purchasing a
home, perhaps starting
a family, and saving for
retirement. Students,
for the most part, tend
to be comfortable
financing their post-
secondary education
with loans; they are told
that this is good debt.
Yet todays graduates
are facing difficult deci-
sions when it comes to
managing their money
and career. Nearly
60 percent of Cana-
dian post-secondary
students graduate with
some form of debt, andthe average Canadian
graduate owes tens of
thousands of dollars.
Its a debt that can tie
your hands, holding
you back from moving
onto the next stage of
your life.
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STUDENTS GRADUATINGWITH STUDENT DEBT
1995
2005
%
%
the average debt for
university graduates doubled
between 1990 and 2000
CURRENT AVERAGE DEBT
UNIVERSITYvs. COLLEGE
$26,680 $13,600
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meet university graduateJordan Stanley from Na-naimo, British Columbia.Hes well educated butparalyzed with debt. Two years after graduating
from Thompson Rivers University with a tourism
degree, Stanley went back to school. I was having
trouble finding a well-paying job in the tourismfield, and my student loan payments were diffi-
cult to manage on my monthly income. Stanley
returned to school to study accounting, taking on
more student debt. With over $50,000 in student
loans, he now feels immobilized when he consid-
ers his career. I have been forced to take jobs that
I really didnt want because I need to pay back my
student loans. The jobs that I have taken have usu-
ally not been in the area that I wanted, or even in
the firms that I wanted to work for.
At Wilfred Laurier University Career Centre, career
advisors confirm there is a trend in how students
approach their career search. Anecdotally speak-
ing, we would say with debt increasing, students
are more apt to take the first job that comes along
versus investing energy, volunteer time, and more
money on additional credentials to pursue a more
lucrative paying career. Students have a sense of
urgency to just pay the bills, and that means ob-
taining a career becomes second to getting a job
to pay their debt.
In the fall of 2010, the Canadian Council on Learn-
ing (CCL) released a report about the long-term
consequences of student debt. According to the
CCL, the average debt for university graduates dou-bled between 1990 and 2000. Today, the average
debt for university graduates is $26,680, while the
average for college graduates is $13,600. The report
also found that the proportion of students gradu-
ating with student debt increased from 49 per cent
in 1995 to 57 percent in 2005.
These high debt loads are impacting the career
choices of graduates. There is evidence that current
post-secondary students are keen to secure a career
with the government or work in the not-for-profit
industry. But these aspirations may evaporate when
graduates, like Jordan Stanley, are faced with a largestudent loan and juggling day-to-day living expens-
es. Erin Mills, senior research analyst with the CCL,
agrees. Some [graduates] may re-consider their ca-
reer choice, particularly in the event of poor wages.
The CCLs report also found that large student debt
affects more than careers. As Mills explains, Gradu-
ates who had borrowed were less likely than non-
borrowing graduates to have retirement savings and
investments, and were less likely to own their own
homes. Stanley confirms that he is part of the group
that Mills refers to, admitting that hes had to put off
buying a house. I have no savings for retirement.
is it worth it?
w hile student debt increases,the outlook is still optimisticfor new graduates. Accordingto the University of Albertasmost recent employment survey, those with a post-
secondary education are likely to secure better pay-
ing jobs in the long-run. The key is to avoid a hap-
hazard approach to attending college/university.
A post-secondary education is an investment. And,like any serious financial investment, a strategic ap-
proach is best.
Bronwyn Rice, student aid administrator at McGill
University, encourages students to approach their
education with an investment-like strategy. Rather
than get bogged down in loans that may be misdi-
rected, Rice advises students to carefully examine
and plan for their education, finances and career.
Students need to be realistic about their postgrad-
uate earning power relative to their level of educa-
tion underestimating that could be dangerous,
explains Rice.
The career advisors at Wilfrid Laurier University
echo Rice. They encourage students to consider
their reasons for pursuing a post-secondary de-
gree. Before embarking on additional education,
they suggest that you do effective occupational
research. This way, you can assess whether or not a
degree/diploma is worth the time and money.
Sometimes, the post-secondary education road is
not the best fit for an individual. Taking a year or
two off to think about ones education and finances
is a sign of wisdom, not foolishness. Once a stu-
dent has calculated the cost versus the resources
available, it may indeed come to light that suspend-
ing studies is a better option than going into more
debt, says Rice.
maNagiNg studeNt debt
f or many students, financing their edu-
cation with loans is a given. The key tohaving student debt is effective manage-
ment. Rice suggests making a budget of
monthly expenses, and accounting for
where borrowed money is spent. She also
stresses that government student loans are su-
perior to bank loans, credit cards or lines of credit.
All Canadian government guaranteed loans are
interest free for the student while they are [study-
ing] full time. With all programs there is also a pos-
sibility of loan forgiveness should the student finish
their studies within the prescribed time frame, so
the overall debt could be reduced.
Dont underestimate other sources of financial sup-
port, either. Rice advises students to consider other
methods of financing their education: savings,
part-time work, scholarships/grants, and family
support. They can help decrease the amount you
need to borrow year after year, and much of it you
dont need to pay back.
Tracy Watson from Money Mentors, an Alberta-
based credit counselling organization, warns that
young graduates are often not aware of how much
debt they have accumulated. She recommends
writing out a list of debts including student loan
payments, credit cards, and any other debts such
as car loans. This way, you can have a clear picture
of how much you owe and when it is due. Watson
encourages new graduates to seek help if they are
having difficulty managing their debt. Credit Coun-
selling Canada is an organization that can assist
graduates. Often, free credit counselling is available.
lookiNg Forward
r
ice maintains that Higher education
is surely worth the cost. The key is to
apply a strategic approach when taking
on student debt. And, if necessary, have
the courage and wisdom to take time off from pur-
suing higher education to re-evaluate ones strat-
egy. This way, debt can be kept to a minimum and
easily managed when you embark on your shiny,
new career.
Stanley admits that in retrospect he might have
done things a little differently. I think I would have
definitely tried harder in my classes and applied for
more scholarships and grants than I did.
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upon many areas of medicine, Yip explains,
having a solid grounding in biology, chemistryand physiology, in addition to ones core engi-
neering training, chemical/mechanical/elec-
trical/et cetera is essential in order to fully
understand the complexity of the biomedical
problems. The scope of work is mind-boggling-
ly enormous, he says, adding that thats also
what makes it such an attractive field. There
are opportunities for individuals with core
training in all of the classic engineering fields.
So while an undergraduate degree is definitely
enough to enter the field, an advanced degree
will prepare you for a more focused position.
Meanwhile, over at Ryerson University, Peyman
Moeini is studying in his third year of biomedi-
cal engineering. Biomedical engineering [at
Ryerson University] is an engineering discipline
that is closely related to electrical engineering,
adding that its 60 percent electrical, 20 percent
science and 20 percent mechanical. Students
in the field are expected to become highly spe-
cialized engineers, applying these engineering
skills toward different disciplines of medicine.
[Medical] devices are rapidly becoming more
complex, meaning strong knowledge in both
engineering and science [are] required to designmedical machines, Moeini explains, stressing
the importance of how the electrical and me-
chanical tie into the science when it comes to
creating biomedical tools and equipment.
Yip speaks of the future of biomedical engi-
neering positively, calling it not only bright but
talking of the huge opportunities being brought
Its alive! Oh, in the name of God! Now I know
what it feels like to be God! Dr. Frankensteinshouts none too subtly to the skies in the 1931
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what could be fictions first modern biomedi-
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Okay, so todays biomedical engineers are a bit
classier than Dr. Frankenstein was, but the basic
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any mad scientist of fiction as far as displaying
the ambitious drive toward a future where hu-
man beings can be fixed as easy as any vehicle.
Engineering has always been about solving
problems, explains Christopher Yip, associate
director of graduate studies for the biomedi-
cal engineering program at the University of
Toronto. In biomedical engineering, the focus
is now on solving problems in the medical con-
text. Its a discipline of medicine that has had,
and will continue to have, significant impacts in
the world of health care. Biomedical engineers
are involved in everything from medical devices
[and] imaging to regenerative medicine. Stem
cell bioengineering, tissue engineering and bio-
materials to biosensors and diagnostics devices
to rehabilitation engineering and clinical care.
Yip goes on to explain the potential for rapid
diagnosis of disease and facilitating treatment
strategies to cure disease. He breaks down the
engineering approach to help in all aspects of
health care delivery: From diagnosis to preven-tion, treatment, rehabilitation and cure.
Obviously its a field for not only the forward
thinking but the creative as well. So now youre
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explains, as well as being able to understand
and work within them.
So perhaps the Frankenstein analogy isnt too far
off. With the future potential of biomedical engi-
neering looking vastly infinite, whos to say what
incredible advances in medicine might be discov-
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ingisbettReading is great, but doing is better.
Think of any field, and youre bound to find successful
people who didnt wait for school to teach them how to do
their job. Instead, they dove headlong into what they love,
turning a passion into a skill and becoming the best at what
they do. And like knives, skills need to be honed and sharp-
ened, especially in the trade industry where skills are an as-
set. In this industry, hobbies and extra-curricular activities
are your whetstone.
Landscaping is among the more accessible trade careers
out there. Indeed, serious revenue is made here, enough to
make it into a full-time job. But landscaping also presents
the perfect mode to get a taste of a major trade industry
when not in class. Manufacturing is another area where
fields often overlap, including fabricating and construction.
Apart from that, home renovation allows students to work
with lighting, windows, wiring, and roofing with proper
safety equipment and supervision.
Car modification is a great way for auto enthusiasts to get a
hands on feel of the automotive industry, especially if you
plan on being a mechanic or engineer. Vehicle customization
can help you develop a keen knowledge on the multitude of
car parts from the various manufacturers, and also learn the
basics of automobile assembly and aesthetics. Nick Samain,
show manager for the Canadian Manufacturing Technology
Getinspiredat www.grocerycareers.ca
Wheres the action? Just about everywhere from
grocery to warehousing, from store management to
store design, from marketing to real estate.
You could be a store manager running a multi-
million dollar operation, a pharmacist dispensing
pharmaceuticals to customers, or a grocery clerk
making sure shelves are stocked and customers
are served.
Whatever your career interests are, youll find a
career path thats right for you.
Bag one in the grocery industry.
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Show (CMTS), says The larger demographics of
attendees that youll find coming to CMTS is for
the automotive industry. Samain is a four-wheel
drive enthusiast himself, and an active partici-
pant at a Jeep club. Definitely, motor sports are
something. From a student perspective, you dont
need to have a lot of money, you just need to ask
around and ask if you can help out and volunteer.
The good thing about those types of communities
is that youd mostly find people who want to pass
on the knowledge provided theres interest.
CMTS is just one of the trade shows that could
help students prepare for a career, aside from
hobbies. These exhibitions are one of the best
ways to see what the industry has to offer and
network with others. CMTS heads to Toronto
every two years, and of the 10,000 attendees,
roughly 700 to 1,000 of them are students in
the trade and manufacturing industry. We see
two types of students, says Samain. We see theones who come to the show dressed any way
they want, and walk around for magnets and
pens. [But also] we see a lot of students who
come to the show, and theyre looking at this as
a real opportunity to go and make connections.
Paul Maryschak, BUILDEX show director, adds
that its the responsibility of the student to get
out there and meet people. Its all up to the
individual student as far as how effective they
are with [networking], says Maryschak. He ex-
plains that at the BUILDEX expos, held annually
in Vancouver, Edmonton, and Calgary, you have
the chance to meet representatives from various
companies dealing with interior design, renova-
tion, construction, and real estate management.
You also have to opportunity to meet top execs
and vice-presidents, who walk the show floor
and attend the seminars themselves. If you
want to meet with some higher-ups, theres defi-
nitely plenty of opportunity there.
At the core of any trade hobby is the idea that
practice makes perfect. Samain asserts that
when it comes to the field of design, students
should work it into their daily routine, even if
theyre designing something for their apartment.In addition, schools typically make computer
programs in design available for students at dirt
cheap prices, so saying youre broke is no excuse.
The more adept you are with a skill set, the eas-
ier it could be to transfer it from one field to an-
other, explains Maryschak. Just because youre
in interior design doesnt mean you have to work
for an interior design company; you may end up
working for a builder, he says.
One thing to note with some types of trades is
that they require supervision, especially for nov-
ices. This makes having one as a basement hobbyrather difficult. So whether youre working with
heavy machinery or hazardous material in the
classroom, or sharpening your welding skills in
your garage, make sure youre doing it with some-
one whos experienced. If youre going to try
something, ask, Samain insists.
Learning never depended on having to open a
text book. In fact its quite the opposite. Its the
hands on experience that really solidifies your
skill sets. When not in the classroom taking
notes from the instructor, or in the library study-
ing for that exam, you should make the time
to get your feet wet, and look for opportunities
to meet those who are doing what you love, no
matter the industry.
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Lately, theres definitely been a big push in the portable iPhones, iPads, tablets and that kind of thing, says An-
tonio Santamaria, head of engineering at Ottawas Artech Studios. He explains that touch interfaces and different
kinds of input mechanisms are making these portable devices, including cell phones, an avenue where the industry
is heading. Also, more opportunities are becoming available for teams to be working on content aimed at portable
and mobile markets. Alex Hyder, studio lead at Playfish Montreal, adds that mobile devices have been contributing
to the popularity of social network games, which have introduced whole new groups of people to this market.
PickyourChar-
acter
In the old days, video games were confined to the vice of socially awkward, sports-phobic nerds who sat in
front of the Nintendo and saw dating as a horrifying and alien concept. Or so the stereotype goes. But now,
video games themselves have matured and hit the dating scene, so to speak, and are among Canadas most
diverse and fastest growing markets of the past decade. If you aim to get in this industrys entourage, thereare a number of roles that can suit your skills, background, and what youre passionate about.
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Animators typically work
with powerful software en-
gines such as Maya and 3D
Studio MAX. Like the other
areas of development, ani-
mators work as a team along
with the artists and mod-
elers. Usually, we look for
people who have the techni-
cal skills and the traditional
artistic ones you would learn
doing old fashioned anima-
tion, says Santamaria. They
would also work closely withprogrammers, as this area
may require a programmers
coding expertise.
Modelers are a distinct but
related role in game devel-
opment. You can almost
think of them as digital
sculptors, says Hyder. Mod-
elers design any object the
animators must bring to life,
while artists provide details
such as texture.
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[Producers] a more senior
role, says Santamaria. Its
not something youll start out
as. Producers play a supervi-
sor role and oversee much ofthe logistical and marketing
aspects of a game (much like
in film), and work closely with
management. Thats not to
say game producers have no
technical know-how. Usu-
ally theyve come up from a
development role, so theyve
been in the trenches, says
Santamaria. I wouldnt ex-
pect a producer to crack open
some code and start writ-
ing something, but certainly
when your development
team is saying they cant do
something, you should have
an idea why.
Another senior level posi-
tion. These folks are more
conceptual and less tech-nical. As a designer youll
conceive of the content of
the game, layout, and even
its overall theme. [Game]
Designers are typically very
difficult to categorize, says
Hyder, explaining how some
might have PhDs in philoso-
phy, while others might be
writers. They come from all
over. A game designer may
not necessarily deal with
any of the programming,
but typically knows scripting
language and would work
closely with the program-
ming team among others.
Perhaps the most multi-fac-
eted aspect of game develop-
ment. In the gaming industry,
programmers write the code
for game engines, which can
be tweaked here and there to
determine how the finished
product would look and feel..
Programmers also code forthe base functions of charac-
ters, game play, even sound.
Theyre essentially the tool
and die makers in this in-
dustry, but work closely with
many other personnel on the
development team.
Its a fairly comprehensive
role in that they deal with au-
dio mixing, music and sound
tracks, and sound effects.
Making realistic sounding
dialogue is very difficult, says
Hyder, explaining the play-by-
play in sports games such as
Madden and NBA Live. Sound
design requires considerable
technical proficiency to suc-
cessfully compile all the raw
sound data into a cohesive
package that would weave
seamlessly during game play.
Before official release, games
are tested for quality assur-
ance, ranging from compli-
ance to corporate guidelines,
compatibility, bugs, and oth-
er issues. Essentially yourresponsibilities are to verify
the integrity of the game it-
self and verify that it meets
the criteria thats necessary
for it to get published, says
Santamaria. Gamers might
be familiar with beta testing,
which is when a developer
allows external users, mostly
volunteers, to test the prod-
uct and relay feedback to
the development team. This
method reveals bugs the
programmers may have
missed, but also gives game
enthusiasts a chance to get a
taste of the industry.
Employers such as EA and Artech Studios are looking for students who have
a technical background in scripting, art, programming, and communication
skills. But as always, having that hands-on experience outside of your studies
would really make you stand out.
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school teacher Mr.Davis always said, arm yourself with knowledge
and utilize it to the max, he recalls. The more experience you
have and knowledge you develop, the more an individual stands
out from the next candidate.
Its true that some people work their way up from the ground-floor,
but sometimes there are other ways to prove yourself. While attend-
ing Humber College of Business, Khangura heard from his classmate
Meetul Shah about the Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) program.
As a non-profit initiative of Advancing Canadian Entrepreneurship
(ACE), the program aims to help students become adept at business
through the development of projects that better their communities.
At the time, I was working for myself, doing video production and
providing DJ services for various private events, says Khangura. His
classmates passion about starting a SIFE group on-campus inspired
him. Being an entrepreneur at heart, I spoke with Meetul and of-
fered my services to assist with the start up at no cost.
As he became more familiar with the program, he assumed more
of a hands-on role in the campus group and opportunities arose
from there. Through SIFE, Khangura was offered a summer intern-
ship at Walmart that carried on as a part-time job while in school,
doing special projects for the company. He has now accepted a full-
time position as an Assistant Store Manager when he graduates.
The ACE initiative had helped generate an interest from employers
in recruiting a SIFE student, he explains. I wouldnt have had the
opportunity to meet with employers at that particular time in my
education without the program.
Once youve got your foot in the door, its important to maintain
the upward momentum. It can be hard to get noticed, says Diotte.Offering to take on anything that helps the team achieve com-
mon goals and making yourself the go-to person definitely helps.
When things go wrong at work, opportunities can arise. Some peo-
ple are lucky in that they find themselves in a situation that can
make them shine, says Laurent Lapierre, an associate professor at
the University of Ottawas Telfer School of Management. A crisis
can provide a chance to show commitment to the firm, but it can also be risky, he warns.
It can reveal a persons lack of managerial potential.
Another way to advance is to keep communication open. If theres no formal performance
feedback provided, ask your boss to help you identify areas for growth, offers Diotte. That
way youll know your boss is paying closer attention to your performance and youll under-
stand how you can develop to meet your goals. It might seem obvious to you, but it doesnthurt to let others know of your ambition. The first step is letting your employer know
youre interested in moving up, says Khangura. Once a manager is aware of an associ-
ates development plan, theyll do their part in developing an individual to the level where
they can perform that particular jobs duties. Checking your attitude and pre-conceptions
at the door is advisable. Avoid assumptions that you wont have a good relationship with
your boss, says Lapierre. Carefully determine what your boss expects from you. Put simply,
they will invest more time in helping you progress if they view you as having the talent and
commitment to help achieve managerial objectives.
Its also important not to burn out on the way to the top. Good friends have pulled me aside
from the beginning and, even if it was only half an hour or so, we would hang out at a coffee
shop, says Khangura. My family also stresses the importance of home-time. Those are the
key ingredients in achieving a balance.
by Kevin Nelson
Those of us whove done time at a retail store know theres
more to keeping it running smoothly than stocking prod-
ucts and jockeying a register. Its a fine mix of customer ser-
vice and business savvy. If youve got the drive and know-
how, but feel like its a long ways from working the retail
floor to sitting in that cushy office chair, dont despair. Its
not impossible to climb that ladder youve just got to
know where youre grabbing.
While some of the more menial tasks associated with retail
might appear pointless, putting your time in at the bottom
doesnt have to be fruitless. Sometimes gaining experience
in various departments can help you gain a better under-
standing of how a business works at a macro-level, says
Monique Diotte, career advisor at the University of Wind-
sors Odette School of Business. It can make you a more
effective manager with a more long-term perspective in
your approach. As an entrepreneur and a business student,
Sunny Khangura has learned this lesson well. Like my high
climbiNg the re-tail ladder caNbe tricky, but you
caNt beat theview From the top.
industryinsiders
NErungT A TIME
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prepare is through diligent work at the undergrad
level, Sandys advises. Students should develop
skills in critical analysis and reflective practice, and
good, clear writing skills are a major asset. Also,
experience working with diverse populations is a
must the more, the better.
A masters degree can be a valuable asset for recent
graduates and experienced social workers alike. It
enhances ones employability in the short run, says
Sandys, and increases the likelihood of moving intosupervisory roles in the future. Of course, the deci-
sion to pursue further education should always be
subject to a persons view of the big picture. I think
its important to have a clear understanding of what
social work is, and why a student is choosing social
work as a career, as opposed to law, sociology or an-
other related field, says Litvack. A persons academic
and practical background should also factor into
the decision. Consider whether youve had a solid
enough experiential background to get the benefit
from advanced study, cautions Sandys. Students
need to have a solid understanding of the societal
factors that lead to the marginalization of certaingroups within society, and be deeply committed to
issues of social justice and equity. This commitment
is important, as the stakes are high and the road is
long. I would urge prospective students to consider
whether theyre up to the difficult but rewarding
task of working to promote change, continues
Sandys, even it requires years of dedicated effort.
As the backbone of
the Canadian social
infrastructure, social
workers are on the
front lines, offering
key services to peo-
ple at risk. It can be
a demanding line of
work, and preparing
to face the challeng-
es that arise on the
job takes a lot of mental and emotional stamina.
University degrees in social work give a student the
necessary skills, and the theoretical and practical
background necessary to grapple with real-world
problems. But knowing how far to pursue educa-
tion to achieve ones career goals can be a dilemma
in itself. If Masters or Bachelors? is a burning
question in your mind when considering your ca-
reer in social work, read on!
Its important to note that policies and programs dif-
fer from school to school in Canada, or even in On-
tario alone. At Ryerson, we offer a one year Mastersprogram to those whove completed a Bachelors in
Social Work, says Judith Sandys, interim director of
the School of Social Work at the university. When
screening applicants for the program, there are
some important factors that come into play. We
look for students who have demonstrated a high
academic achievement in the Bachelors program,
she continues. Also, ideally, people with substantial
social work experience. At some universities, how-
ever, its not necessary to have a Bachelors in Social
Work to enter the masters program. A lot of people
come from psychology, political science or womens
studies backgrounds, or even other professions,
such as law, nursing or teaching, observes Andrea
Litvack, director of the Masters of Social Work pro-
gram at the University of Toronto. The first year of
our two year masters program is generic, introduc-
ing students to various subjects that are important.
By the end of the first year, however, the playing field
is pretty level. Those with a Bachelors in Social Work
enter the second year of the program.
One of the differences between obtaining a masters
and a bachelors in social work is the question of fo-
cus. The bachelors is a generalist degree that pre-
pares students to work in a variety of settings, while
the masters is characterized by particular areas of
specialization, says Sandys. The masters curricu-
lum includes theories, policies and practices relevant
to a students major area of social work practice.
This is also the case at the University of Toronto. Our
masters offers a specialized understanding of social
work, explains Litvack. For example, if you choose topursue a specialization in mental health, youll have
a much better grasp of issues, work and research in
that area. Its not all theory, however, as Social Work
is one of the more applied areas of the social scienc-
es. At Ryerson, our masters program includes 450
hours of field experience, confirms Sandys.
As far as preparing to undertake a masters, there
are some important things to keep in mind. Its an
intellectually demanding degree, so the best way to
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with Ross Harrhy
Ob
life
Often, its the time you put in during the first few
months that count the most: youre learning the
basics of your new job, the type of working envi-
ronment that you are in, and proving that you
should stay past the probation period.
Show up early, and stay late.This is crucial for making a good impression; it
shows that you want to be there getting your work
done. You may not be able to do it all the time, but I
think you should never let your boss be in the office
before you, and if you can help it, you should rarely
leave before he or she does. When your boss walks
in and sees you sitting at your desk already knee
deep in the days projects, they are bound to no-
tice. When they sign off for the night and you are
just finishing up another project, they will know
that you are serious about what you do. Of course,
you shouldnt be staying late because youve been
dawdling all day on your regular tasks, but this is
a great time to go the extra mile. Try it, youll besurprised how many of your colleagues dont use
this simple practice to their advantage.
Showing up ishalf the battle
Go home sick, after youveshown up for work.I dont know about you, but I always feel guilty
when I get sick, and worry that people think Im
playing hooky. Not to mention, sometimes you
may feel sick first thing in the morning and then
feel fine a few hours later. So, unless Im vomiting
all over myself and other horrible things which
make it impossible to even get to work, I head
out as usual and see how I feel once Im in the of-
fice. Now I know what youre thinking: Then Im
spreading my bug to all of my colleague
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