Strategies to Deal With Frustration
It’s okay to have these negative feelings, but it is important to handle them in a positive and beneficial way.
Women and Entrepreneurship
The YMCA’s Self Employment Advisor, Linda Folster, joined our PWG to talk about women and entrepreneurship.
Optimizing their LinkedIN Potential
On a chilly Saturday morning on January 14th, twenty ambitious women gathered to dedicate their day to learning and networking. The theme of the day was “Building your LinkedIn Profile,” but the workshop was much more than advice for building an online presence.
Meet Patrick Schilling, Supporter of Dress for Success Vancouver
One of our biggest supporters is Patrick Schilling, Architect and Principal at Thibodeau Architecture. Thibodeau’s contribution to Dress for Success Vancouver (DFS) has been invaluable over the years, particularly during our boutique renovation in 2014.
It’s the Most Wonderful Time… To Get Purdy’s!
Need an excuse to stock up on chocolate? Shop at Purdy’s this Christmas season and give back!
The Gateway to Your Resume: Writing an Effective Cover Letter
You’ve polished your resume, and now you’re ready to apply for that new job. But not so fast! Before you send off your resume, be sure to include a cover letter.
“Do You Have Any Questions For Me?”– The DOs and DON’Ts of Asking Questions in an Interview
At the end of an interview, recruiters will often give you a chance to ask them questions. It’s time to reverse the roles!
How to Secure that Dream Job: 12 Essential Interview Tips
As BC’s unemployment rate dropped to 5.5% last month, our career advisors at Dress for Success Vancouver continue to mentor and guide our clients through their job search.
Corporate Sponsor Spotlight: Aritzia
Aritzia is focused on supporting causes that empower women and girls in the communities where we live and work.
Corporate Sponsor Spotlight: DuMoulin Black
Lucy Schilling, a law partner at DuMoulin Black, has worked with Dress for Success Vancouver for the past several years, donating her time and resources to the IMPACT Committee with the goal of making each gala better than the last.