DataTech News & Blog

August 28, 2024

Back to Basics: The Job Search

We have done a few job search blogs, like the one about mistakes to avoid or advice for recent grads, but this one really takes us back to the basics. The things that you must absolutely do to remain competitive in your job search. So let’s dive right into the very basics before you start any job search. Job Search Basics Mind Your P’s and Q’s Making sure your manners are in check during an interview might be the difference between you and a similar candidate. Keep this in mind with everything that you say, no swear words (duh), and no slang if possible. The most professional your manners, the better of a “fit” you will seem to be in the workplace. A great way to make your manners shine is to send a “Thank You” note a few days after your interview. Customize Your Resume By customize, we mean, […]

July 18, 2024

Weekend Getaway? Try Courtenay BC

Summer is in full swing here on Vancouver Island. Courtenay BC offers an inter-province and inter-island destination. Take a break from our beautiful offices and get out there! We have composed a list of our top 5 things to do in Courtenay BC. Top 5 Things to do in Courtenay Nymph Falls Nature Park Take a break from the city and take a refreshing walk down to Nymph Falls Nature Park. It is wheelchair accessible, meaning everyone can enjoy the waterfalls. For more information, check out the Nymph Falls website. Miracle Beach Provincial Park Another provincial park to check out. This site offers camping and day-use options. It’s a bit of a drive, but well worth it for a day out. The main camping season runs from March to October, but you can visit the park all year. For more information, click here. Courtenay & District Museum & Paleontology Centre […]

June 26, 2024

Keep Business Documents Safe

Many businesses need to keep important documents for many years, as much as 10 years in some cases. This, however, starts to take up a lot of space in the long run. They also can become unorganized and lost if they are moved around too much to make space. If for some reason you are called upon to produce these documents, it’s very important you can access them quickly. Keeping Business Documents Safe Proper Document Protection Paper is fragile, and it’s susceptible to a lot of elements like moisture and heat. So having a proper way to store them away from these elements is important. Make sure you choose plastic and opaque containers. Many places such as Walmart carry stack-able plastic containers made for documents and papers. These lightweight containers are easy to move and will last a long, long time. Proper Organization Throwing all the papers together is a […]

May 9, 2024

Take a Break From The Office & Reconnect

At DataTech we understand that many people can be become caught up in office work. Often times it spills over into our personal time and we forget some important things. It’s time to take a break and reconnect with people and loved ones that you may have accidentally forgotten about. Take an Office Break and Reconnect Video Chat & Cell Phones Technology has come a long way, and now there are ways to keep in touch with those far away. This may be daunting, as many of our loved ones have difficulty with newer technology as they get older. However, many companies make senior-friendly devices to ease this process. Support Network Keeping in contact with loved ones shouldn’t be a one-person task. Having a strong support network of family and friends can help immensely in making sure your loved ones feel connected. Having multiple people stop by and check in […]