Author: Cinthia Senter

Like a tree, your professional life goes through different seasons. Sometimes, results will bloom, and for other periods, they’ll dry out. When people can only see the bare branches, it’s your roots that’ll keep you grounded. Your experience and learning efforts will continue to nourish you, allowing you to keep working even when the results… Continue reading Career Seasons: How Your Roots Keep You Grounded and Ready for Growth

You can prepare as much as possible, but recruiters may challenge you to step off your rehearsed script. According to Forbes, “hiring managers are increasingly using creative, unscripted questions to assess essential soft skills like critical thinking, adaptability, and emotional intelligence.” So, if you can’t predict every question, how will you be ready to answer… Continue reading If You Can’t Predict Every Interview Question, How Will You Be Ready to Answer Them?

João Fonseca, an 18-year-old tennis player ranked World No. 112, looked up to his mentors, who helped him build the skills and mindset to beat a top-ten world player on his Grand Slam main-draw debut. In case you missed it, the Brazilian tennis player delivered a stunning opening performance at the Australian Open. When talking… Continue reading What Do You Do When You Score Big in Your Career?

Did you know that the cost of work-related injury and disease to the Australian economy can surpass $60 billion a year? And you may need to help pay this bill. As ABC said, “workers are often left to bear the costs.” If you want to protect your body and stay in the workforce longer, keep… Continue reading Got a physically demanding job? Remember, you’re not invincible.

Do you know what the percentage is of men working as plumbers, welders, concreters, roof tilers, bricklayers and carpenters within Australia? It’s at 99%, which means women represent only 1% of these trades. So, what can we do to change this? One of the most significant challenges is overcoming the deeply ingrained societal biases and… Continue reading In Australia, Only 3% of Women Work in Trades. How Do We Change That?

Mindfulness involves paying full attention to what is happening around you in a purposeful, open-minded, and non-judgemental way. It’s a great way to support your mental and emotional health. The aim of mindfulness isn’t to change or control your experience but to help you stay in the present moment and feel connected. By focusing on… Continue reading Mindfulness: Supporting Mental Health Through Mindfulness

Sandra Bullock is a testament to that. In the very same weekend, she experienced both ends of the spectrum for two different films. In 2010, on a Saturday night, she accepted a Golden Raspberry Award for “Worst Actress” for her role in “All About Steve”. But the very next night, she won an Academy Award… Continue reading One Bad Result Doesn’t Decide Your Career

To sustain a productive work routine, it’s essential to have the right energy, which is largely derived from the food we eat. Our bodies rely on the vitamins, minerals, and overall nutritional value of our meals to function optimally. A balanced diet of whole foods, including protein, complex carbohydrates, and healthy fats, can boost energy… Continue reading Mental Health: Healthy Habits and Tips to Support a Balanced Diet at Work

As the summer months approach, it’s crucial for everyone to practice sun safety. This is especially vital for outdoor workers, who can receive up to ten times more UV radiation than indoor workers, according to the Cancer Council. To protect yourself, the Cancer Council recommends the following sun-smart practises: Plan your day: Whenever possible, schedule tasks… Continue reading Beat the Heat and be Sun-smart: Your Guide to Outdoor Work Safety