3 Surprising ways to ruin your interview

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Woo hoo! You received the call you were waiting for! You are summoned to the interview for the position you have long coveted. You know the business as the bottom of your pocket, you practiced your interview techniques in front of a mirror and you wrote on paper different options of situational questions that could […]

Is it normal that I’m no longer motivated by my job?

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Annick here! You know what, you’re not alone… You are not alone when you think, “is it normal that I am no longer motivated by my job?”. You are not alone when you feel that the career you chose right after high school no longer brings you that fulfillment that it once did. What you […]

The 5 Myths of Career Counselling

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For some reason, career counsellor’s kind of have a bad reputation and guilty as charged, before I became one myself, I did have some judgments as well. So, I thought it would be a good idea to debunk some of those myths and help you better understand what we do.   Myth #1 – A […]

5 possible reasons you didn’t get the job

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Job searching can be a stressful and frustrating process, am I right? You apply for jobs, get through for an interview, get your hopes up and then get ghosted or receive a rejection email and just like that you are back to square one. But rejection is unfortunately an inevitable part of job searching. The […]

The Critical Importance of a Positive Work Culture

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At NxCareer, we often meet clients who love their job but feel disconnected from their company’s work culture. They feel torn because while they enjoy their roles, they can’t envision staying long-term with their current employer. This disconnection highlights the growing importance of workplace culture in employee retention and satisfaction. Having a positive work culture […]

The Role of a Career Counsellor When You’re Trying to Find The Right Career Path

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Have you ever felt lost in your career journey, unsure of the next step? Finding the right career path can feel like solving a complex puzzle – challenging yet rewarding when all the pieces fall into place. Whether you’re a recent graduate, a mid-career professional considering a change, or re-entering the workforce, career counselling offers […]

Beyond Business Cards: The Warm Approach to Networking

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In the journey of professional growth, few tools are as powerful and rewarding as networking. It’s not just about swapping business cards or connecting on LinkedIn; it’s about fostering genuine relationships that can lead to exciting career opportunities. As inspired by Bob Burg’s thought-provoking book “The Go-Giver,” success often flows from giving value and building […]