DataTech News & Blog

October 20, 2022

How to Feel Successful in Your Early Career

You may not think about it, but the feeling of being successful is just as important as being successful, especially in your early career. Let’s get down to it, learning how to feel successful will drive you further in your career because what’s the point in being successful if you don’t feel it. Early Career: How To Feel Successful Personal Goals Feeling successful is more than just doing a great job on a project at work, it gets personal as well. Having personal goals and projects are just as important. Making sure that you continue with those goals alongside your work is what you should strive for. Achieving success in both these areas, personal and work, will get you feeling fired up and accomplished on multiple levels. If you find work isn’t challenging you enough, it’s time to create a personal goal that will. Part of feeling successful is completing […]

October 7, 2022

Improve Productivity with a Standing Desk

Standing desks have been around for a few years now and they are becoming increasingly popular among office employees. They have numerous health benefits and provide extra productivity to those who feel they could use a little bit more energy during the day. We are big advocates here at DataTech, we will show you how to get one of these desks without breaking the bank. Standing Desks Without Breaking the Bank Benefits: Weight loss: Yup, using a standing desk can contribute to weight loss. Studies show that people who stand more than they sit during work show a reduced weight gain when all other factors remain constant. Blood Flow: Standing allows for increased blood flow throughout the body, bringing more oxygen to vital parts of the body, making for a healthier vascular system. Increased Productivity: As mentioned in blood flow, bringing more oxygen to the brains allows for better concentration […]

September 21, 2022

Working in an Office Efficiently

Whether you work in an office or from home, chances are high that you have to be there for a large portion of your day. If that’s the case, then making sure that your work environment is as comfortable and efficient as possible is crucial. In this article, we’ll go over some tips on how to make your desk as comfortable and productive as possible so that you can get through those long days with ease! Working in an Office Efficiently Get organized The office is a place of business. So be professional! This means keeping your workspace neat and organized. Organize the things you keep on your desk: files, folders and papers collectibles that inspire you (like pictures or plants) pens and pencils If you have a lot of papers, it’s best to have a filing system in place. If not, it might be better just to get rid […]

September 8, 2022

5 Signs You Are Ready for a Promotion

Everyone deserves a promotion, right? Well, no, not everyone, but sometimes you feel you are just ready. Don’t get too ahead of yourself, but if these 5 things relate to you, then it may be time to step up and ask for that promotion. So sit back and relax and get ready to find out if you are promotion ready. Are You Ready for a Promotion? It’s no longer a challenge Tired of your everyday duties? Are things getting really boring at work? If you feel you aren’t being challenged enough and you are doing your job well, it might be time for a change. A good company will recognize this and take steps to make sure you are challenged. You cannot communicate good ideas Do you have excellent ideas? If you feel you aren’t in a position to express these ideas to higher-ups, it’s time to get into a […]

August 25, 2022

How to Maximize Productivity in Shared Office Spaces

With more and more people choosing a shared office space over a private one, maximizing productivity becomes an important issue. Sometimes when moving into a shared office space, it can be difficult to adjust to the new working environment. But DataTech has been providing office space to the Victoria business community for years and we know how you can maximize your productivity in our offices. Stay Productive in Shared Offices If you think shared office space is right for you, check out our affordable offices and many other services. Room Setup Arguably the most important part of remaining productive is how your office is set up. A lot of factors come into play when choosing how to lay out your office. If there will be multiple people inside the office and you are easily distracted, try to angle your desk away from those people to not be tempting by conversations. […]

August 18, 2022

How to Remain Employable 5 Years from Now

We generally do not like to think about the future. Especially if we are unsure about it. However, the smart thing to do is plan for the unexpected. Even if you are in a stable and great job right now, a lot of things change in 5 years. Take the past 2 years as an example. Follow these tips to make sure that you remain employable in the future. If you are currently looking for a new job, we have a great article about making it work. 5-Year Plan – Remain Employable Stay Up to Date This means remaining current with all the happenings inside your industry, as well as other industries which you find alluring. This can be reading industry magazines, papers and websites. Remaining up to date on the goings-on is a great way to jump to a new job easier because you have the right knowledge. Eradicate […]

August 12, 2022

Are These Things Holding You Back at Work?

Little things that we do at work, either conscious or subconsciously, could be holding us back. It’s important to note these things and put them to a stop, or at least acknowledge them so we can understand better. DataTech has a few things that you might be doing that holds you back at work. Things Holding You Back 1. Stereotyping As bad as this sounds, it is a very common practice in the workplace. Many people would never admit to stereotyping, but it does happen and if you feel you could be guilty of it, it’s time to stop. This could be anything from racial stereotypes to generational stereotypes. 2. Not Acknowledging Yourself We often do not take the time to look back on our accomplishments. It’s an important part of our jobs and careers to take a step back and look at what we have accomplished. This is especially […]

July 29, 2022

The Most Common Resume Mistakes

Job hunting is a taxing process, and a resume is arguably the most important part of the whole thing. However, you do not do yourself any favours but making some basic mistakes on your resume. Our business community has given us some of the most common mistakes that they see on resumes. Resume Mistakes to Avoid Typos and Grammar This one should be no a brainier to double-check, but most people, even after they have checked, still make mistakes. Things like “their” v “there”, incorrect punctuation, and small grammatical mistakes still sneak through. A good tip to avoid this is to put the resume into a different font, and it will become easier to see errors. Incorrect Dates We know it’s hard to remember exact dates of employment, but it’s something that looks bad when potential employers double-check the information. Go back and find pay stubs and any other information […]

July 15, 2022

How to Make That Career Change Work

Changing careers, especially if you are later in your work life, is always a challenging task. Building on our previous blog about job searching. We now will move onto talking about what to do right in that new career. You want to make a great impression and get things off right from the get-go. Kill That Career Change It’s never too late to change, don’t put up with something that you hate. Be Not Afraid Probably the most cliché thing I could write, but it rings the truest when it comes to a career change. It is a scary and unknown thing you are about to undertake. Chances are you are getting into an industry that has seasoned professionals and now you have to compete. If you want any chance of making your career change, let go of the fear. Options & Options When looking for a new career, make […]

July 8, 2022

3 Things You Need to Know About Office Politics

Whether you like it or not, office politics are here to stay and they govern your career a lot more than you think. Some people are so averse to the thought of office politics they would let their whole career go down the drain than participate. Don’t be those people, just knowing these 3 things will give you a leg up. 3 Things About Office Politics You can’t really escape office politics, no matter where you go they will be there in one form or another. Know Who Has The Power Power doesn’t necessarily mean the highest ranking. It means the person with the most influence in the office. It may be your boss, or it may be a fellow employee with a specific relationship to your boss. Find out who has the power and leverage that to your advantage. This person should be able to give you a leg […]

July 1, 2022

7 Lessons You Learn Too Late

We know the saying “it’s never too late” well, sometimes it is. Your career is no different, and while it’s a learning process, there are some things that you find out way too late. So before it becomes too late, let us tell you the top 7 things that people learn way too late in their career. 7 Career Lessons Learned Too Late If you think you have any lessons that should be learned before it’s too late, leave a comment! 1. Networking Many people will say networking doesn’t matter, but in truth, it really is the most important thing you can do. Knowing people is the key to being successful in the business world. In fact, the majority of hiring is done in-house or by referrals. Don’t shut yourself off, and don’t be afraid to leverage your connections. Reciprocation is key, if someone does you a favour, make sure […]

June 24, 2022

Avoid This Mistake When Job Searching

We all have or will be in this position at one time or another. You quit or got fired. Not the end of the world by all means, but it is a pivotal point in your career that deserves a bit more attention than others. If you quit your job, it was probably for a good reason, either you hated it, or you didn’t fit into the corporate culture. Being fired is a bit different, barring some reasons outside your control, you probably were not a good fit for the job. The Big Job Search Mistake Before we get right into this mistake, let’s take a moment to look at why it happens. You Feel Relief Phew, that job sucked, your managers were awful, the work was dull, and now you are free. This can be a great feeling, and you should remember what it feels like so you don’t get […]