Diversity

For the first decade of my professional life, my networking philosophy was essentially, “good for them; not for me.” My networking experiences fell somewhere along the spectrum from mildly awkward...

There is a consistent disconnect between the intention of workplaces and the impact on employees. While we hold compassion for leaders who have had to navigate an ever-changing, fast-paced world,...

We’ve heard of the “glass ceiling” preventing capable and skilled women looking toward leadership roles. However, there is another ceiling that also exists that is even harder to crack: the...

Recognizing and understanding the impact of systemic racism is crucial to building better workplaces. For career professionals, this recognition and understanding goes a long way to helping clients succeed. Here...

Common interview methods don’t highlight the right person for the job; they highlight the best and most enthusiastic storyteller, and storytelling isn’t always the job employers are looking to fill....

When delivering women-centred leadership programs, Strategic Career Management’s philosophy is that a three-pronged approach to career development needs to be pursued: Women should continue to engage in professional and personal...

The socioeconomic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic have been felt disproportionately among certain groups. Young people in particular have been affected. In 2020, they accounted for nearly a quarter of...

“If diversity is inviting people to the party, inclusion is asking someone to dance.” Diversity and inclusion are two big buzz words in our society today. Everyone wants to have...

Supporting neurodiversity in the workforce is a relatively new concept for many employers. Yet neurodiverse people – including people with autism, intellectual disabilities, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorders, etc. ­– who enter the...

People with disabilities have long faced stigmatization including judgment, exclusion and damaging stereotypes. However, more recognition for inclusivity and resources has come to the forefront in recent years.   Employers are...