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"A goal should scare you a little, and excite you a lot." - Joe Vitale #QuoteOfTheDay

Try quizzing yourself! This is a great way to stay mentally engaged and to check your knowledge of the material. You might also see a boosted confidence when completing your final exam. #OnlineStudyingTip

Strive not to be a success, but rather to be of value. Albert Einstein #MondayMotivation

Resilience in the workplace allows you to manage stress and positively adapt to change. Our free skill-building program, The ASPIRE Edge, will help you to develop your resiliency and adaptability skills ahead of your next work placement. Start your learning journey today: https://www.aspirefs.ca/the-edge/

Breaks are an important part of the workday, both in your workplace and at home. Take time away from your desk for a lunch break and do something you enjoy. Taking work breaks will help you to be more productive. #WorkFromHomeTip

Critical thinking and problem-solving are key skills you will need to effectively make the right decisions at work. The ASPIRE Edge takes you through real-life work scenarios to help you develop these important skills. Check out The ASPIRE Edge today to start your learning journey: www.aspirefs.ca/the-edge/

Are you looking to gain work experience this summer? Sign up to ASPIRE to access over 70 student work opportunities in Financial Services, including Branding & Communications Analyst, DevOps Engineer, Human Resources Analyst, and many more. Sign up today: https://www.aspirefs.ca/sign-up/

Teachers can open the door, but you must enter it yourself. Chinese proverb #MondayMotivation

Leverage your network! With online classes, it can sometimes feel like you're learning on your own. That is why it's so important to embrace opportunities of collaboration. Create a study group or work with your classmates to review each other's work. Your peers will appreciate it just as much as you do. #OnlineStudyingTip

Are you looking for a summer internship or co-op placement? Sign up to ASPIRE to gain access to over 100 student work opportunities in Financial Services, including Technology Business Analyst, Actuarial Analyst, Project Coordinator, and many more. Sign up today: https://www.aspirefs.ca/sign-up/

Remember to show up. Show up to your virtual classes and meetings as you would face-to-face. This will provide a rich learning environment with open communication and two-way dialogue. #RemoteLearningTip

The expert in anything was once a beginner." Helen Hayes #QuoteOfTheDay

A HUGE CONGRATULATIONS to the students who recently completed The ASPIRE Edge program and received their digital badge! A job well done!! Students who completed the program developed skills that employers value, such as communication, problem-solving, collaboration, resiliency, and basic data acumen. Congrats on building critical workplace skills, students!

Post-secondary students across Canada join ASPIREs Master Class on Wednesday September 23rd to discover key skills you need to thrive in the new post-COVID world of work. Here, one of our keynote employer presenters, Carly Suter, shares an important insight for students working in the new remote/hybrid environment that has unfolded as a result of the pandemic. Hear more from Carly at our upcoming webinar! Register now: bit.ly/ASPIREFS20

Remember to turn your camera on when attending virtual meetings. This encourages others to turn their video on and when people are "on camera" they tend to stay engaged and focused. #LearnTogether #ASPIRE2020

ASPIREs new intern, Thipashini Balakrishnan, has joined our team for the next 4 months. Were very excited to have Thipashini on board. Good luck to all of our students who started their internships this week!

Happy first day back to school! The ASPIRE team wishes you all the very best in this new academic year.

It can be daunting to take on budgeting responsibilities for the first time, but it doesnt have to be! Check out our online skill-building simulation, The ASPIRE Edge, to learn more from Sashya DSouza on how to develop and manage a budget. Sign up now: https://www.aspirefs.ca/the-edge/

Practicing mindfulness comes with many benefits. It can help you to stay focused and think clearly during stressful times. Check out our online skill-building simulation, The ASPIRE Edge, to learn more from Meg Salter about the benefits of practicing mindfulness and how you can implement it into your daily routine. Sign up now: https://www.aspirefs.ca/the-edge/

One of the most important skills successful leaders have is knowing how to delegate. Check out our online skill-building simulation, The ASPIRE Edge, to learn more from Denise Hall on how to effectively lead a team. Sign up now: https://www.aspirefs.ca/the-edge/

As a manager it is important to let people be their authentic selves in the workplace. Check out our online skill-building simulation, The ASPIRE Edge, to learn more from Mallory Rellinger on how to engage your direct reports. Sign up now: https://www.aspirefs.ca/the-edge/

As a manager, one of your biggest responsibilities will be to make good decisions - some will be minor, and others more significant. Check out our online skill-building simulation, The ASPIRE Edge, to learn more from Mathew Blaszczyk about how to make good decisions as a manager. Sign up now: https://www.aspirefs.ca/the-edge/

Stay hydrated!Fuel your motivation and drive with the best of the best - a bottle of refreshing water. Youll be amazed by the difference it makes in your overall productivity and focus. #LearnTogether

Managing a team in the Financial Services industry is a challenging and rewarding responsibility. Here is a short clip of Ana Kulis sharing one of her many tips on how to avoid becoming a bad manager. Want to learn more? Sign up now: https://www.aspirefs.ca/the-edge/

Formal education teaches how to stand, but to see the rainbow you must come out and walk many steps on your own. ~ Amit Ray #QuoteOfTheDay

Having difficult conversations doesnt have to be scary. Check out our online skill-building simulation, The ASPIRE Edge, to learn more from Kelly MacDonald about how to have difficult conversations in the workplace. Start your professional learning journey today: https://www.aspirefs.ca/the-edge/

Acadia Universitys co-op program integrates study terms with paid, discipline-related work terms allowing students the opportunity to enhance their skills, create contacts in industry, and gain a better understanding of their strengths and interests while exploring different work environments and potential careers. We are proud to be partnered with Acadia University to provide students with access to quality work opportunities in the Financial Services sector. #ASPIREPartner #ASPIRE2020

Mastering emotional intelligence is one of lifes most rewarding achievements. Check out our online skill-building simulation, The ASPIRE Edge, to learn more from Jena Cammisoli on how to manage with emotional intelligence in the workplace. Sign up now: https://www.aspirefs.ca/the-edge/

The possibility of the dream gives strength. ~ Lailah Gifty Akita #QuoteOfTheDay

The third tier of The ASPIRE Edge is officially live! This online business skill-building program helps post-secondary students develop the knowledge and skills that employers value, right from the comfort of their homes. Heres a quick snippet from Tier 3 of Maryam Goharinejad discussing how to build trust in the workplace. Start your professional learning journey today: https://www.aspirefs.ca/the-edge/

Its always best to keep a notebook and pen nearby. You never know when you will need to jot down an important question or idea that comes to mind. #WednesdayWisdom #LearnTogether

On Friday July 31st, TFI officially launched Tier 3 of The ASPIRE Edge - an online skill-building simulation that helps post-secondary students develop the knowledge and skills that Financial Services employers value. In this third tier, students participate in a virtual new manager trainee program to strengthen their leadership skills, learn how to manage with emotional intelligence, make difficult decisions, and much more. Students who complete all three tiers will earn The ASPIRE Edge digital badge which demonstrates to employers that they have built critical workplace skills. Sign up now to start your professional learning journey: https://www.aspirefs.ca/the-edge/

Data analysis is often used to help improve business processes. Check out our online skill-building simulation, The ASPIRE Edge, to learn more from Andrew Schneider about what hes learned as a Data Scientist working in Financial Services. Sign up now: https://www.aspirefs.ca/the-edge/

Working from home doesnt mean you are stuck at your desk all day. Try getting outside for a walk or even do a quick workout indoors. This will help to increase your productivity and keep both your mind and body active. #WorkFromHomeTips

Collaboration is critical to your teams success. Check out our online skill-building simulation, The ASPIRE Edge, to learn more from Rehana Ciriani about the power of collaboration. Sign up now: https://www.aspirefs.ca/the-edge/

You are braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. ~ Christopher Robin #QuoteOfTheDay

Theres no doubt we all want to be part of a high-performing team. Naveen Balakrishnan provides helpful insights on the qualities it takes for a team to perform at the highest level, and how you can actively contribute to the success of your team. Check out our online skill-building simulation, The ASPIRE Edge, to learn more from Naveen on this important skill. Sign up now: https://www.aspirefs.ca/the-edge/

Once youre done working for the day, avoid logging back on after hours if you can. If you get an idea or thought related to work, grab a pen and paper to jot it down and revisit it the next day. Remember, were all deserving of breaks. #WednesdayWisdom #LearnTogether

The relationships you build in the workplace are critical to your success. Check out our online skill-building simulation, The ASPIRE Edge, to learn more from Michael Noehammer on how to build workplace relationships. Sign up now: https://www.aspirefs.ca/the-edge/

"Be mindful. Be grateful. Be positive. Be true. Be kind." ~ Roy T. Bennett #MondayMotivation

Last month, over 550 post-secondary students across Canada attended ASPIREs Master Class and learned how to build virtual networking skills to be successful in their job search and beyond. Three Financial Services employers shared their best advice and answered questions about the importance of networking remotely; building relationships online; making connections during your work placement; and maintaining your professional network. Access the Master Class recording here: https://www.aspirefs.ca//aspires-master-class-how-to-buil/

Are you familiar with the SMART goals framework? A SMART goal is a carefully planned, clear, and trackable objective. Check out our online skill-building simulation, The ASPIRE Edge, to learn more from Chris Norris on how to utilize SMART goals in the workplace. Sign up now: https://www.aspirefs.ca/the-edge/

Every day may not be good... but theres something good in every day." ~ Alice Morse Earle #WednesdayWisdom

We all know conflict happens. But how you deal with conflict, personally and professionally, is most important. Check out our online skill-building simulation, The ASPIRE Edge, to learn more from Andrew Gillingwater on how to deal with conflict in the workplace. Sign up now: https://www.aspirefs.ca/the-edge/

"Nothing is really work unless you would rather be doing something else." ~ J.M. Barrie #QuoteOfTheDay

The second tier of The ASPIRE Edge is officially live! This three-tier, online simulation helps to equip post-secondary students with essential skills in advance of their first professional job or internship. Heres a quick snippet from Tier 2, where Dana Mitchell explains how to effectively solve a problem. Start your professional learning journey today: https://www.aspirefs.ca/the-edge/