Storytelling is the career superpower your clients need to master
Being able to deliver a compelling career story will help jobseekers identify their value and communicate it to employers....
Dispelling expectation barriers: The magic of objective-setting
“Well, what is your job anyways?” (or, as interpreted by my inner voice, "What help/use are you?”). This feedback is never a great way to start a career conversation. It...
9 books on work, education and more to read in Fall 2020
If you have to spend a lot of time indoors this fall, you might as well enjoy a good book. These books were all published in 2020 and cover a...
How to identify decent work employers during the hiring process
As communities look to recover from the pandemic and many jobseekers look to re-enter the workforce, Canada’s non-profit sector of 170,000 non-profits and charities can provide opportunities to help both...
Sexual harassment: How career professionals can support clients
Monique has come into your office. She is desperate to find a new job because her boss keeps asking her out on dates and is touching her leg when no...
Resources on career development and social justice (Part 2)
This article is being published on the heels of Orange Shirt Day, which acknowledges the experience of Indigenous people who were forced to attend residential schools in Canada and aims...
October 2020 webinars for career professionals
These webinars, taking place in October, cover a range of topics including career theories, self-employment for people with disabilities and technology in career services. Interested in other online learning opportunities?...
A social media audit can help jobseekers shine online
This article was originally published on CharityVillage and has been shared with permission. An employer looking up a potential hire online is nothing new. One of my university professors taught...
Sustaining engagement in the midst of a pandemic
A little bit of change is generally a good thing – as is a little bit of stress. However, prolonged stress – stress with no end in sight – can...
Virtual conferences for career professionals in fall 2020
This year's fall conferences are going virtual, helping to keep professional development and networking accessible during COVID-19. Check out these learning opportunities that you can attend without getting on a...