Recruiters: A vital – but often forgotten – part of job search strategy
As career development professionals, we know how important it is to have a plan when looking for work. I equate finding a job to going on vacation – you would...
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Using art in career exploration: 14 resources to check out
While it might not be the case that we all possess a talent for art, we are all capable of benefitting from it. Art enables us to understand and explore...
The energy sector needs workers – but the opportunities aren’t what you think
The world needs energy. Global energy demand is projected to increase between 1 and 2% every year until at least 2040. All forms of energy will be needed to meet...
Helping clients overcome the fear of facing unconscious bias
Fear of speaking in public. Fear of being rejected. Fear of being late. Fear! If there is one common denominator that most clients feel when launching a job search or...
5 reports that caught our attention the week of Oct. 8, 2023
CareerWise is always on the lookout for the latest reports related to career development. Here are several reports that we found interesting this week. Career Development in 2040: How the...
The vital role of schools in instilling lifelong career management skills
In today's ever-changing education and career landscape, schools play a pivotal role. Gone are the days when students graduated to follow linear career paths; instead, adaptability and resilience are now...
Webinars on careers, education and the workplace in October 2023
The following webinars, taking place in October and hosted by a variety of organizations, cover topics such as strengths-based career counselling, the future of work for young adults with disabilities...
4 reports that caught our attention the week of Oct. 1, 2023
CareerWise is always on the lookout for the latest reports related to career development. Here are several reports that we found interesting this week. LGBTQ2S+ Populations in the Trades in...
5 ways mindfulness can enhance client career clarity
Mindfulness is a practice of keeping our attention to the experience on a moment-to-moment basis in an open and non-judgmental way. Jon Kabat-Zinn introduced the idea of mindfulness to the...
Mastering social-emotional Skills for Success in Canada’s workforce
Social-emotional skills (SES) are the undertones to everything we think, say and do. In the workplace, SES play a pivotal role in building strong teams, enhancing leadership abilities and promoting...