I am currently a co-op student placed at the Richmond Hill Board of Trade. So far, my experience at the Board of Trade has been really positive. The objective of this placement is for me to gain experience in a real workplace and I have done just that. I have gained new knowledge of the business field and how valuable a Chamber of Commerce can be. Chambers provide networking opportunities, enjoyable and educational events and advocate for businesses in their respective regions. Since my first day here, the staff here has welcomed me and made me feel safe and comfortable to ask any questions or voice my concerns. The staff is filled with genuinely kind people who care for each other and their
There’s a school of thought in the corporate world that goes something like this: “I don’t like to delegate because I can do it better than anyone else.” Perhaps that’s true. Perhaps you are the only person in your organization that knows how to produce a specific type of report, or do a high-level presentation to a non-specialized audience. Perhaps you really are the only one who can write persuasive, literate speeches. That doesn’t mean you should do it. Your strengths don’t necessarily build a stronger organization. While it can be almost physically painful for some of us to allow others to make mistakes, we can all benefit from learning to take a step back. Unless your team members have
