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Youth Employment: Our next generation must make sound career decisions

May 29, 2013 | Comments Off on Youth Employment: Our next generation must make sound career decisions

By Sharon Graham. Canada’s economy is dependent on a productive and versatile labour force. Our youth are the key to our nation’s future. If they make thoughtful career decisions today, they can position themselves for success in years to come. Unfortunately, many are not prepared to make informed educational, occupational, and employment choices. This “youth disconnect” might be one of the most important strategic challenges for the prosperity of our country and its people. Statistics Canada’s publication on Employment Instability Among Younger Workers suggests that there is a “growing pool…

Take Note

May 23, 2013 | Comments Off on Take Note

People can get themselves stuck in a rut very easily. We are all guilty of it at some level or another – and when we are stuck, even the simplest of nudges can help get us out of our own heads and back into reality. I’m grateful to get to talk to many people about […]

Are we preparing our youth for today’s real world? You decide.

May 22, 2013 | Comments Off on Are we preparing our youth for today’s real world? You decide.

By Sharon Graham. The world of work is changing dramatically. It is becoming increasingly evident that there is a profound mismatch between the Canadian labour market and career opportunities for new entrants. Our youth are encountering seemingly insurmountable challenges in career decision-making, career development, and long-term career growth. We call this the “youth disconnect.” As a Canadian Career Practitioner, you need to be informed and prepared to provide meaningful support and services to your clients. Career Professionals of Canada’s Experienced Practitioners Mastermind Group has done the research and selected the…

Clients Negotiating Compensation? Don’t forget the perks.

May 22, 2013 | Comments Off on Clients Negotiating Compensation? Don’t forget the perks.

By Sharon Graham. Shifts in the Canadian economy drive our labour market and the compensation that employers are willing to offer employees. The recent recession has caused a downward pressure on salaries and benefits. As a result, negotiation has become trickier than ever. The compensation negotiation is an inevitable part of the interview process. To secure a job offer, every candidate must be able to negotiate confidently and effectively. Yet many dread the prospect of negotiating a salary. No doubt, your next client will encounter the question, “What is your salary…

Career Professionals of Canada?

May 8, 2013 | Comments Off on Career Professionals of Canada?

Career Professionals of Canada – By Career Practitioners for Career Practitioners Who are Career Professionals of Canada? CPC is the leading Canadian credentialing, professional development, and networking organization for career practitioners. We connect Canadians to a nationwide network of career development advisors. As a member-run, volunteer-driven association of professionals, our members work together to achieve their career and business goals by: Showcasing their expertise Highlighting their professionalism Promoting quality services Instituting ethics within the Canadian career industry Visit us online to learn more about Career Professionals of Canada and our…

Help your Clients to Become CareerPreneurs

May 1, 2013 | Comments Off on Help your Clients to Become CareerPreneurs

By Sharon Graham. The world is constantly evolving and, to survive and thrive, your clients need to become CareerPreneurs. “We are living in a time of change. Many of our clients are faced with the daunting task of navigating their way through the many challenges and opportunities found in the new world of work. Because of shifting market trends and worker values, the Career Strategist will play a pivotal role in helping clients take on a more “careerpreneurial” attitude.” Angelo Di Giorgio, CPC Member Career Professionals of Canada’s Certified Career…