Monthly Archives: July 2010
10 Ways to Make Equine Employment More Satisfying
In our recent equine employment satisfaction survey, the most important element in equine employment for most every horse industry employee is “being appreciated for what I do.” It even ranks ahead of getting a high salary.
All employees like to feel they are appreciated, they are doing important work, and they are contributing to the [...]
Posted in About Horse Jobs, Career Coaching, Relationships, Uncategorized
Tagged equine employment, horse jobs, job satisfaction
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Ridgetown’s First Class to Begin Studies at Regional Equine & Agricultural Centre of Huron Inc. (REACH Huron) in September!
The Regional Equine & Agricultural Centre of Huron (REACH Huron), will welcome the first class of the Performance Horse Handler Certificate Program to the rural community of Clinton this September.
“We expect the first class to consist of 30-35 students who will complete a one-year certificate program delivered by University of Guelph, Ridgetown Campus at the [...]
How to stretch your horse’s neck and back
Stretching Your Horse’s Neck and Shoulder Muscles
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Every good show /competition groom knows that there can be a lot of benefit in regularly stretching the muscles of the horse’s neck and shoulders, particularly if they are a little bit stiff.
A simple way to do this with the horse’s cooperation is by using a carrot.
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Stand [...]
Volunteering – a win-win!
You’ve seen them at the horse shows:‚ Parking lot attendants, Ring Crews, Jump Judges and in the office.‚ Volunteers.‚ God bless ‘em! Being a volunteer offers many benefits: It’s a great way to network and meet like minded people who can help you as you develop your career in the equine industry; [...]
Guest Blog – 4 Foundations for Getting Your Equine Career on Track
by Beverly A. Buncher
When my clients are wondering what to do first to get their lives or careers back on track, I often ask them how they are doing with the basics. As a life and career coach, who often works with people whose lives are affected by their own or someone elses [...]
Posted in Career Coaching, Relationships, Uncategorized
Tagged career relationships, equine career, horse jobs
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Show groom: Tips from the Top
It’s show season and I’ve been collecting some of my favourite tips from grooms and barn managers that can make YOUR job a little easier and maybe those loooong‚ days a little shorter during this busy time of year.‚ Got another tip?‚ we’d love to hear it – add a comment to the [...]
Guest Blog – Are You Stalled in Your Personal Life or Career?
by Beverly A. Buncher
Perfectly sane people sometimes experience obstacles in their ability to move forward in their personal life or their career…
Have you ever felt stalled? Helpless almost? So caught up in your own fears of what the future holds that your decision making capabilities don’t feel as reliable as they usually are? [...]
Posted in Career Coaching, Relationships, Uncategorized
Tagged equine career, equine employment, horse jobs
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Racetrack workers and WSIB – your questions answered.
‚ ‚ If you work with horses at an Ontario racetrack, you can apply for workplace insurance for yourself and the people who work for you. You don’t have to under the law but, in fact, the track may require you to get this coverage so you can give them a clearance certificate. If you [...]
Posted in Racing Industry, employment law
Tagged employment law, Freelance and Contract Workers, racing, safety
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Common Mistakes Equestrian Job Seekers Make
The most common mistake we see job seekers make is to underestimate the amount of time and effort it may take to find a good job. Finding a job is a job in itself and should be approached with the same effort and attention to detail as any job. [...]
Posted in Career Coaching, Job Search Tips, Uncategorized
Tagged career mistakes, equine career, horse jobs, Job hunting
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