Author: Kate
Kate
Blogger and creative entrepreneur, former marketer and strategist. I’m devoted to helping women boost their impact, master their money, and better themselves so that they can unlock their most meaningful lives. Proud Canadian hailing from Toronto, ON.
Have you ever had that uneasy feeling the moment you consider doing something new? That mix of nerves and fear that seems to sound the alarm when you peek outside your comfort zone? You know the opportunity or idea is a good one. There are a bunch of reasons to back it up. But for some reason that nagging uncertainty just won’t go away. You just don’t know how to deal with doubt. I’ve been there many times myself, and I’m still learning how to work through my doubts when leaving my comfort zone. This is especially the case as I…
If you’re a fellow Canadian, Happy Thanksgiving! It’s Thanksgiving Monday and one of my favourite times of the year. The leaves are changing, the crisp feeling of Fall is in the air, and long weekends like these are perfect for bringing family together. Regardless of whether you celebrate Thanksgiving, it reminds us to practice gratitude and both feeling and showing appreciation for all that we have. But what does “practicing gratitude” even mean? And how can we make it a daily habit? Here are five easy ways to inject more gratitude into your everyday life. 5 Easy Ways to Practice…
Update: truLOCAL is now available across Ontario, Alberta, and British Columbia! Learning about new Canadian companies is one of my favourite parts of being a blogger, so when truLOCAL reached out to me, I was excited to hear more. As some of you may know, I used to be vegan, and while I now eat fish and poultry, I remain aware of the importance of how food is sourced and some of the steps we can take to better treat our bodies, animals, and the planet. truLOCAL‘s guiding principles and business model are really appealing and I’m excited to share the experience of my first order. Read…
As the token millennial at family gatherings, I’m often asked about this “Uber thing”. “What is it?” “Why is it so great?” and “It’s causing a lot of issues for the taxi drivers, you know.” I live in the Greater Toronto Area where taxis are expensive and we don’t have an ideal public transportation system. I also don’t have a car. Given this, Uber has been my go-to when the public transportation system doesn’t cut it, and that’s meant close to 100 rides in the past 2 years. I’m a staunch supporter of Uber from a customer experience perspective. Yes, I am aware of the…
As some of you know, I’ve recently moved in with my boyfriend. After a lot of thought and discussion, we settled on me moving into his place to cut back on cost and also ease some of the hassle of moving. Now, as you can imagine it’s no small feat combining two peoples’ things into one condo. While I stored most of my furniture, I still had a ton of stuff to move: clothes, accessories, books, kitchenware, toiletries, decor… the list goes on! When it came time to start packing things up, I chose to investigate renting reusable bins. I had…
What is an Exploratory Interview? Whether you call it an exploratory interview, an informational interview, exploratory conversation or a networking chat, this type of meeting is a great opportunity. It enables you to connect with others, learn about their roles, and gain career guidance. It may even prove fruitful in helping you switch roles or land a job! I’ve been on both sides of the informational interview table, and the conversations are always enjoyable. Having both perspectives has given me insight into how to truly take advantage of these conversations and make a positive impression. Here are my learnings on…
For many of us, we want to see our job as more than a place we go from 9 to 5. We want it to be a true career, something that brings us growth and fulfillment, challenging us to better ourselves and our output. We want to excel, go above and beyond, and ultimately achieve our full potential. Here are 3 simple ways to exceed expectations at work and make your mark in a meaningful way. How to Go Above and Beyond at Work Every Day Video 1. Recognize others I’m pretty sure that thanking and recognizing others brings me more happiness…
With Easter weekend around the corner, you may be gearing up for a long weekend of egg hunts, too much food, and maybe even the milestone of meeting your boyfriend’s parents for the first time. Making a good first impression is key, and the way you present yourself can make or break it. Here are some tips for how to make this a Good Friday vs. your Last Supper with the fam. Scope it out. Ask your significant other about the type of plans, environment, and atmosphere to make sure you’re prepared. Nothing’s worse than showing up at a fancy…
After over a year’s worth of deliveries from Chef’s Plate, you could say my fiancé and I are super fans. We’ve tried over 150 meals, honed our skills, entertained, and fallen in love with cooking. While I originally posted my Chef’s Plate review back in 2015, I’ve updated it to reflect our more recent experience. If you already know you’re ready to sign up and you’re looking for a promo code, here you go! This will give you 3 FREE PLATES, which is one extra free plate than you’d get by signing up on their website! How does Chef’s Plate work? Chef’s Plate delivers…
Whether you’re looking for general career support, guidance in role progression, or help overcoming a specific challenge, mentorship is a fantastic tool. But what makes a good mentee? How can you be the type of employee that any mentor or coach would love to work with? Here are 8 tips for how to be an amazing mentee. What Makes a Good Mentee? 1. Find the right mentor This one might sound obvious, but it’s important that you find the right mentor so that you can both get the most out of the relationship. First, make sure they can help you with your…