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Here is this week's YouthForce financial tip! . Another way to save some money is to take advantage of discounts. Many businesses, stores and restaurants offer a discounted student rate with proof of enrolment (student card, student discount cards/apps, etc.), which can turn into big savings for you! That’s especially true for some of the biggest... retailers across the country. Many outlets offer deep price cuts on everyday items, even if they don’t broadcast them. So what’s a student to do? If you’re not sure whether or not a store offers a discount, go ahead and ask. You may end up finding more deals than you were bargaining for. Remember to always carry your student ID! ! -- @. #YouthForce #KinbridgeYouth #TipsTuesday #FinancialTips #Galt #Cambridge #Cbridge Kinbridge Community Association Greenway Chaplin Community Centre @langs Carizon Family and Community Services RBC @regionofwaterloo Trillium Foundation

Here's this week's YouthForce financial tip... ? If it’s not something you need, take a week to think about it.... Will this purchase mess with your monthly budget? Will this purchase throw off your savings? How will this benefit your day-to-day life? Is the benefit worth the cost? Weigh the benefits to make sure it’s adding value to your life and not extra stress on your budget. If after the week you’ve forgotten about it, that’s a pretty good indicator that you didn’t actually need it. Getting into debt can be a vicious cycle that is tough to get out of and eating instant ramen noodles for 4 months after a vacation is probably not your idea of "living your best life". ! 226-752-9027 @. Kinbridge Community Association @langsyouth Carizon Family and Community Services Greenway Chaplin Community Centre @regionofwaterloo Trillium Foundation

This month YouthForce is bringing you several financial tips! A portion of the YouthForce program involves financial planning and thinking about the future. Here's today's tip! ! ’ !... You’ve got big hopes and dreamsplaces to go and goals to crush. And you can do it all . . . but it all starts with a budget! And that budget will do you no good if you set it and forget it. Your goals aren’t a slow cooker and your budget isn’t either! You don’t dump in numbers, click a button, and walk away. You’ve got to keep at it and give your life and your budget the attention they deserve! , 226-752-9027 @.. Kinbridge Community Association Carizon Family and Community Services Greenway Chaplin Community Centre RBC Ontario Trillium Foundation @langs

! Learn important skills that will help you land a job! From how to start your job search to how to advance in a company, YouthForce wants to help you get the job you always wanted!... Sign up today for our 10 part pre-recorded series and earn community service hours! : 226-752-9027 : @. Kinbridge Community Association Greenway Chaplin Community Centre Langs Carizon Family and Community Services@regionofwaterloo @ontariotrillium

While a variety of elements go into being a successful employee, great customer service is centre-stage. Every interaction you as an employee has with a customer (or potential customer) can affect the business’ bottom line. Often, customer service is what separates employees that thrive in their job from those that are not as successful. : Be friendly.... Respond in a timely manner. Know your product or service. Listen to your customers. Say thank you. Get to know your customers. Ask for feedback. Use the feedback you receive. Focus on relationships. To learn more about the YouthForce employment preparation program, please reach out to Mallory at 226-752-9027 (phone/text) or [email protected]. YouthForce Community Carizon Family and Community Services Greenway Chaplin Community Centre Langs Region of Waterloo Ontario Trillium Foundation

Today's Employment Tip from YouthForce is about peer mentorships. What is a Peer Mentorship? Mentoring can either be a paid or volunteer position in the Peer Mentor Program. It is not just a ‘job’ or an experience: mentoring is a relationship; a journey between the mentor and the mentee on the road to success at college. The more you give in helping others grow and reach their goals, the more you can receive back from the experience. In helping others, you help yourself alon...g the way too, and gain other positive benefits that enhance your own personal development As a Peer Mentor, you will: Develop transferable and marketable skills to enhance your professional experience Increase self-awareness and foster personal growth Cultivate leadership, organizational and self-management skills Improve communication and interpersonal skills Expand professional resume Support student success in a meaningful way Build your network Benefits of being a Mentee: Gain practical advice, encouragement and support Learn from the experiences of others Increase your social and academic confidence Become more empowered to make decisions Develop your communication, study and personal skills Develop strategies for dealing with both personal and academic issues Identify goals and establish a sense of direction Gain valuable insight into the next stage of your university career Make new friends across year groups To learn more about this and other opportunities offered through YouthForce, please reach out to Mallory at 226-752-9027 or [email protected] Carizon Family and Community Services Greenway Chaplin Community Centre Langs Region of Waterloo Ontario Trillium Foundation

Today's Employment Tip from YouthForce talks about stress. As we head back into a new school year, many are feeling the pressures and stressors of facing an unusual year. So what is stress and how do we manage it? Stress is our body’s way of telling us that we’re struggling to cope with all of our demands or that we have to deal with a problem. Some stress isn’t a bad thing. It might give us the energy to finish a work project, for example. But too much stress is hard on our... bodies. It can cause physical problems like headaches and sleep problems. It affects the way our bodies fight infections like a cold, so we’re more likely to get sick when we’re stressed. Too much stress is also bad for our mental health. It can leave us feeling tired, irritable, or depressed. It affects our ability to think, concentrate and react. Day-to-day demands like going to school, making friends, fitting in and getting along with siblings are stressful. We may feel more stress at certain times, such as starting school, moving, experiencing changes in their body, or coping with illness or loss in the family. Ways we can decrease stress: Exercise and eat regularly. Get enough sleep and have a good sleep routine. Avoid excess caffeine which can increase feelings of anxiety and agitation. Avoid illegal drugs, alcohol, and tobacco. Learn relaxation exercises. Develop assertiveness skills. For example, state feelings in polite, firm, and not overly aggressive or passive ways: ("I feel angry when you yell at me. "Please stop yelling.) Learn practical coping skills. Decrease negative self-talk: challenge negative thoughts with alternative, neutral, or positive thoughts. Learn to feel good about doing a competent or "good enough job rather than demanding perfection from yourself and others. Take a break from stressful situations. Activities like listening to music, talking to a friend, drawing, writing, or spending time with a pet can reduce stress. Build a network of friends who help you cope in a positive way. If you are between the ages of 15-29 and want to learn more about managing stress and other useful tips for preparing for employment contact Mallory our YouthForce Coordinator at 226-752-9027 or [email protected]. @YouthForce Community @Greenway Chaplin Community Centre @Langs @Carizon Family and Community Services @Region of Waterloo @Ontario Trillium Foundation

This week's Employment Tip from YouthForce highlights the art of negotiation. Negotiation skills can help you go a long way in employment and business. Negotiation is a type of discussion used to settle disputes and reach agreements between two or more parties.... Negotiations occur frequently within the workplace and may occur between coworkers, departments or between an employee and employer In business, negotiation skills are important in both informal day-to-day interactions and formal transactions such as negotiating conditions of sale, lease, service delivery, and other legal contracts. Good negotiation skills contribute significantly to business success, as they help you build better relationships. Are you between the ages of 15-29 and interested in receiving more support with your skills development and job search? Reach out to YouthForce Community! YouthForce Community Carizon Family and Community Services Greenway Chaplin Community Centre Langs Region of Waterloo Ontario Trillium Foundation

Today's YouthForce employment tip is about volunteering. Volunteering can help you gain experience, learn about workplace culture, make new professional contacts, improve your skills and gain local references. It also shows you've stayed active and involved in your professional life, even while looking for a job. In fact, people with volunteer experience are 27% more likely to find a job after being out of work than those without volunteer work.... If you’re interested in volunteer opportunities with Kinbridge, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator at [email protected]. If you'd like to learn more about YouthForce, please contact Mallory at [email protected]

Employment Tips Tuesday - Today YouthForce shares a tip about the Occupational Health and Safety Act. The Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) is Ontario's cornerstone legislation for workplace health and safety. Created in 1970 the act ensures safe and healthful working conditions for working men and women by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance.... Did you know... Employers must ensure workers complete an awareness training program for workers as soon as possible, regardless of what sector they work in or their employment status (full-time, part-time, seasonal, etc.). This means that if you are a new employee, regardless of your age or experience in the workforce, you must receive appropriate safety awareness training in your workplace. To learn more... https://www.labour.gov.on.ca//pu/training_guide/worker.php #YouthForce #HealthandSafety #EmploymentTips #TipsTuesday #Kinbridge #Galt #Cambridge #Cbridge @kinbridge @langs @carizon Greenway Chaplin Community Centre @regionofwaterloo @ontariotrilliumfoundation

Today's YouthForce employment tip is about interests. Have you ever really given any thought about your interests and how they might translate to employment opportunities? It might be simple for some to pinpoint their interests and related careers, but very often people just don't know where to start.... There are several ways to reflect and pinpoint some of your interests. Here are a couple of ideas: One simple task is to think of a time in your life where you did something really well, something that you felt confident doing, and left you feeling pretty proud in the end. Think about the situation, what part of it kept you engaged and interested? By thinking of such examples you can often pinpoint your true interests, which can sometimes go overlooked unless you really take that time to reflect. Another way to explore your interests is to do a career assessment in which you are completed a survey of you interests. By doing an assessment like this you will be given a list of potential careers to explore based on your interests. It's a great way to start your career exploration process! Are you between the ages of 15-29 and curious about exploring your interests and ideas for pursuing a career? Contact Mallory at [email protected] #YouthForce #TipsTuesday #EmploymentTips #Kinbridge #KinbridgeYouth #Galt #Cambridge #Cbridge

Today's employment tip is all about trades! There is so much to learn with over 300 apprenticeship jobs in Canada!!

There are several things to consider and learn to become a successful employee. Whether you are brand new to the world of work or have many years experience, it's important to reflect on these characteristics of a successful employee, and ensure they are part of our day to day work and behaviours in the workplace. If you're weak in certain areas look at ways you can develop the skills, talk to your supervisor about increased training or support as needed, and don't be afraid to learn from your mistakes!

Today's Employment Tip from YouthForce Community is about apprenticeships. Learn about the different pathways to apprenticeship. An apprenticeship is an agreement between a person who wants to learn a skill and an employer who needs a skilled worker. There are 6 common apprenticeship pathways.... Pre-Apprenticeship Programs OYAP Co-Op Placements Building skills with familiar tradesperson Finding/Building your own apprenticeship Trades Union Apprenticeship Intakes College Co-Ops Learn more about apprenticeships: https://www.ontario.ca/page/start-apprenticeship

It's time for a new Employment Tip from YouthForce. . .... Youth face unique vulnerabilities at the workplace. It’s important to review workplace hazards, take training and know the systems in place to protect you when in the workplace. . . You can learn more about workplace health and safety here: https://www.labour.gov.on.ca/english/hs/ . . Kinbridge Community Association Greenway Chaplin Community Centre @langs @carizon @regionofwaterloo @ontariotrilliumfoundation

Here's this week's Employment Tip from YouthForce. It is important for a workplace to have a basic pattern of give and take between workers and employers for a company to be successful! A healthy workplace includes; workers rights and protections, Ontario Employment Standards and healthy communication.... You can learn more about youth employment rights here: https://www.labour.gov.on.ca/english/atwork/youngworkers.php Kinbridge Community Association Greenway Chaplin Community Centre @langs @carizon @regionofwaterloo @ontariotrilliumfoundation

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