Career-building strategies and challenges for new professionals
In my previous article, I discussed the importance of opting for an in-person rather than virtual way of working to develop a good network of contacts when starting a job...
June 2022 webinars for career professionals
The following webinars, taking place in June and hosted by a variety of organizations, will examine topics including post-COVID labour markets, career influencers and using Instagram to reach students. Jobs...
Gratitude, self-compassion and growth mindset for new immigrant jobseekers
“You never know” is what I’ve been telling my job searching clients, when encouraging them to put more effort into outreach. Job searching is often unstructured (Van Hooft et al,...
Bridging the gap: Resources relating to disability and employment
Canadians with disabilities tend to be underemployed compared to those without disabilities. Stigma and inaccessible workplaces make it challenging for many who want to and are able to work find...
International job search: Canada and the rest of the world
In 2019, I was a Senior Recruiter in a multinational company located in Lebanon. Following an economic crash, I decided to re-create myself and transitioned to become an independent career...
Resources to support clients’ post-retirement return to work
Re-entering the workforce after retirement is a big decision with important personal and financial considerations. Here are resources that explore the labour environment and help connect older jobseekers with potential...
In conversation with Tristram Hooley: Cannexus, policy and social justice
The following is a conversation between Raza Abbas and Tristram Hooley about takeaways from CERIC's Cannexus22 conference. Interested in presenting at CERIC's hybrid Cannexus23? The call for presenters is now...
6 international LinkedIn groups for career professionals to join today
The world of career development crosses borders and countries. Fortunately, LinkedIn provides opportunities to stay abreast of industry trends and connect with like-minded peers regardless of geography. Joining LinkedIn groups...
‘I want to quit my job’: How to support a client considering a change
The Great Resignation. Epiphany-quitting. The Big Quit. We’ve all seen these phrases pop up in recent headlines. As a career development professional, you may be hearing about them in your...
At the start of your career? Opt for face-to-face
During the pandemic, remote work has become essential wherever possible. Feared at the beginning by some employees and managers, it now has many champions. In a post-pandemic world, many employees...