How to Manage Job Interview Anxiety

This post will help those who suffer from interview anxiety! With the increasing unemployment rates, the job market has become more competitive than ever. It’s that much more important for job seekers to make every interview count.  

For many of us, especially those who are just starting on their career, the thought of sitting through an interview can be terrifying. The stress that comes with job searching can be enough to prevent us from presenting our best selves to employers during interviews. But – if it’s any comfort, a study revealed that 93% of people experience anxiety related to job interviews, meaning – you’re not alone and this is extremely common.

If you’re in need of some tips on how to manage interview anxiety, then keep on reading!  

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Job Motivation: Stay Motivated Working Remotely

Today, we want to talk about job motivation. It’s been almost a year since most of us transitioned to remote work, and in research conducted by PWC, 59% of Canadian employees are working remotely now. While there are many benefits to working remotely, it may feel hard to stay motivated. 

If you’re struggling with staying motivated while working remotely, here are a few tips to help:  

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5 Great Ways to Say Thank You to Your Employees

At Envol, we LOVE to celebrate our achievements and say thank you – especially during our Monday meetings! It’s a great way to start off our week, especially now that we’re all working from home (and we hope you are too because of #COVID19). When working remotely, not everyone can see what we have done and celebrate our efforts. Therefore, we believe that it’s important to recognize our team’s hard work and dedication every single week!   

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5 Ways to Use Gratitude to Boost Team Morale

This time last year, we were gathering to share wins, celebrate each other, and express gratitude for everyone’s hard work. The warm and fuzzy feelings created when reflecting on a job well done highlight the positive outcomes from the year. It reinforces our loyalty to our company and lets us create new memories with the people we work with.

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HR Productivity Tools: For your Team

 

It’s no surprise that technology has taken over the pen and paper to-do list. The list of options for digital productivity tools is almost endless these days. Although everyone has their own mantras when it comes to productivity, our team is sharing some of our favourite online tools this week to help kickstart the new year.  

Let’s do this! 

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Support Local Series: For Yourself

Welcome back to the third installment of our Support Local Series!

With an overwhelming year behind us, we can easily forget to take care of ourselves. Although self-care goes beyond just “treating ourselves”, sometimes it’s nice to do exactly that. Today, our team at Envol is feeling extra festive, and have curated a list of goods from our favourite local businesses in British Columbia that you can treat yourself to and support! So, keep reading to see our local picks!

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Landing your Dream Internship

Looking for an internship can be a very intimidating and frustrating process. With the pandemic, it can be even more stressful. Many students and recent graduates don’t know what to put on their applications, where to look for job postings, and who to talk to. Because of this, I want to share my experience on what I did to land my awesome internship at Envol Strategies and how I was chosen out of 769 applicants! 

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Support Local Series: For Your Family

With the holiday season upon us, we are thinking of our fellow local businesses and small ways we can support local this holiday season. 

If you are in the position to give gifts this year, consider shopping at a local small business. Local businesses enhance our community, connect and reinforce our social well-being, and boost wealth and employment in the local community. 

In this series, we are bringing you closer to some of the amazing local businesses in the Vancouver area. These creators and business owners put love and attention into everything they produce. We know you and your family will enjoy these unique gift options. We’ve curated a list of local businesses to consider when shopping for your family’s gifts this holiday season – you’re in for a treat! 

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Support Local Series: For Your Team

The holiday season is upon us! With corporate gift giving looking a little different this year, we are thinking about our fellow local businesses and how to support local.  

Vancouver is home to incredible local brands that are perfect for gift giving. Shopping local allows small businesses to stay afloat during a challenging time and gives back to the community.  

We have curated a list of goods sourced from local small businesses sure to put a smile on your employee’s faces (over Zoom, of course). 

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