Develop Helpful Life Skills:

• practise creative and assertive ways to advocate for yourself
• learn how to use computers and other helpful technological assists
• write down specific goals to help keep you on track
• develop the best time and stress management systems
• learn to accept constructive criticism and don't permit negative feedback to deter you
• remain flexible in explo ring alternative learning strategies
• nurture relationships with friends, family, or professionals to exchange support, encouragement, and important feedback

Plan Your Career:

• don't let other people put a ceiling on your career goals
• learn about how your skills, interests, and personality relate to career options
• seek out opportunities for work shadowing, cooperative work terms, and volunteer experiences
• participate in extracurricular activities and summer jobs that foster skills, confidence, career knowledge, and important contacts
• research appropriate career information to make informed and timely choices
• develop creative and effective job search skills
• be informed about employment equity and human rights legislation
• contact employment equity officers to discuss equity goals, policies, and procedures of specific companies