Career Wellness Matters!

Hello, My name is Gurleen Kaur (she/her) and I am a Career Peer Educator with the Career Centre. I have been in my position for three years and I always enjoy meeting new people to support them in their career journeys. Today I will discuss career wellness at the workplace!

Wellness at the workplace is important as it allows you to have a satisfying and meaningful career. Searching for jobs, updating resumes, preparing for job interviews and even starting a new job can be stressful, but these tips may help you through this challenging time: 

Ask for help when needed

• Everybody struggles at some point and it is okay to ask for help.

• When you reach out for extra assistance if needed, you are demonstrating self-awareness and courage - it is not a weakness! 

• For example, you can reach out to the University of Alberta Career Centre to help you prepare for your next interview!

Set boundaries

• As students, we always have so much on our plates, but it can be really beneficial to self reflect on our boundaries and limits. 

• Setting boundaries allows us to make space for things that matter to us, like friends, family and even ourselves. 

• For example, it is okay to ask your employer for accommodations if that will help you perform better when you are stressed.

Know your career values 

• Consider your preferences and motivators. Do you prefer to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment? Do you enjoy working on a diverse team? 

• Think about your values because they guide your work and your relationship with your work.

• For example, apply your preferences and motivators to your job search. If you like collaborating with others, look for positions within large teams. If you prefer independent project work, a freelance position might be of interest.