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Start Your New Job

Are you starting a new job? These workplace resources can help you succeed, be safe, and personally grow in your new position 

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New Job? Here’s How to Make a Good First Impression

A bit of awareness and planning can help you relax and feel more confident, friendly, and focused, right from your very first day.
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Your First 2 Weeks at Work

Your first 2 weeks at work are important to your success. You’ll have so much to learn. Use the ideas in this article to get off to a strong start.
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Plan Your Career

How to Start Your New Remote Job

Remote work has changed much of what we do, including how to make a good first impression. Discover the strategies you’ll need if you’re starting a new remote job.
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Tips for First-Time Managers

Moving into management can be a great career opportunity. It can also be a major test of your ability to adapt to a new way of working. Follow these tips to get off to a good start.
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Get and Keep the Work You Want

A positive attitude will help you find a good job. And it will help you hold on to your work in a competitive market.
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"How do I become a valued employee?"
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"How do I know if what I'm getting paid is fair?"

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How to Impress Senior Leadership

That first meeting with upper management can take place any time—in an interview, during a presentation, in the hallway, or during drinks after work. Our best advice? Be prepared.
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Find and Work with a Mentor

A mentor is a trusted advisor who guides and encourages you in your career. Having a mentor can help you succeed at your workplace and in your career.
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Manage Your Manager

You’ve probably thought about how your manager manages you. But have you ever thought about how you manage your manager?

Health and Safety

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Be Safe at Work

Stay healthy and safe on the job. Learn how to spot danger, use safety equipment, report injuries, and share health and safety concerns with employers.
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Employment Laws and Standards

Find information about Alberta employment regulations, legislation, and standards to make your workplace safe and productive.
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Tools and Resources

Accommodations: Working With Your Disability

Do you have a disability? You may need workplace accommodations to be successful. Know what reasonable steps an employer has a duty to take to meet your needs.

Self Development in the Workplace

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Imposter Syndrome: Stop Feeling Like a Fraud

People with imposter syndrome don’t believe they’re smart and talented. They feel like imposters even when other people praise them.
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Cope With Stress

How stressed are you? Do you know how to avoid or handle stress? Try these strategies to cope with the stress you face at work.
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8 Strategies for Managing Fear

Change can be scary—especially if it’s a big change. Learn how to face your fears with these proven strategies.
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How to Talk to Your Employer About Mental Health Issues

Deciding whether you should disclose a mental health issue at work can be tough. Here are some ways to approach the issue, think about what you need, and start the conversation.
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When and How to Talk About Your Disability

There are many good reasons to tell your employer about your disability. But disclosure also has risks. In the end, you get to choose when and how you’ll talk about it.