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February 16, 2010 Edition 

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Workplace romances
It’s common knowledge a good portion of us have clocked company time flirting, courting and eventually dating a colleague. Like work and life, the lines between work and love often blur. Experts caution: Generally, it’s not a good idea. There is a grey area and no one can say if it’s right or wrong, unless you’re thinking of asking your boss or one of your subordinates out. Now, everyone pooh-poohs that idea!

Have you ever dated someone from your workplace?
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 Media Watch 
 
  Market Trends
How to get ahead
in a recession

Get an extended look into the challenges facing the youthful exuberance of Generation Y, stunted, in part, by Boomers refusing to retire.
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(Source: CTV)
Newsworthy
Support for Aussie banker eying model
It isn’t easy being a banker since the Credit Crunch damaged their reputations. And just when they were beginning to mend their public image, now this: Read more
(Source: Canoe, Technology)
Workplace challenges
Watch your back, your co-workers are watching
According to a new study, this lean job market is indeed a mean one, with snooping, sabotaging and squealing on the rise.
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(Source: Canoe, Lifewise)
 
 
 Jobboom Poll 

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  Have you ever dated someone from your workplace?

  • Yes, for the briefest time
  • Yes, it was serious (good)
  • Yes, it was complicated (bad)
  • Yes, so many of them I can't count!
  • Yes, and we’re still together
  • No, but I have a workplace crush
  • No, I don’t dabble in workplace dating


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 From the blogosphere  
 

Freelance Switch
Given today’s job market, many may be interested in striking out on their own. In fact, freelancing isn’t a job, it’s an attitude. Still some guidance is helpful particularly in the beginning. Plus, who can resist a blog with a weekly cartoon strip, capturing some of the irregularities of freelance life.

Here are a few samples of FreelanceSwitch’s best tips:

- Advice for New Freelancers
- A Comprehensive Guide to Starting Your Freelance Career
- Figuring out how much to charge
- Freelance Freedom (comic strip)

 
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February 17
Youth In Policing Initiative Application Deadline
Toronto, Ont.

February 18
Maple Leaf Sports Entertainment Job Fair
Toronto, Ont.

February 25
Harnessing the Power of Social Media
Toronto, Ont.

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