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We’re excited to share that we’ve made significant updates to our certification process for 2025. These changes are designed to provide more options and flexibility on your path to certification, making it easier to achieve your professional goals and advance your career. Watch the video below for all the details on what’s new and how it benefits you. We’re proud to support you on your journey and look forward to helping you succeed in 2025! Stay tuned for more updates.
This article from inSauga highlights the top five salary trends anticipated in Canada for 2025, with a notable emphasis on diversity and inclusion management roles, which are expected to see a 12% salary increase, elevating senior positions to $123,200. This underscores the growing corporate commitment to fostering inclusive workplaces. Additionally, the demand for specialized skills in sectors such as skilled trades, technology, and engineering is projected to drive salary growth. For instance, automation technicians and electromechanics may experience an 8% salary boost, reflecting the escalating importance of these professions. In…
The article from HRD Canada highlights a concerning trend identified by Glassdoor’s lead economist, Daniel Zhao: a potential surge in “revenge quitting” as employees’ frustration over stalled careers reaches a tipping point. With 65% of surveyed employees feeling stuck, particularly in the tech and advertising sectors, and U.S. quit rates dropping to 1.9%—the lowest since June 2020—employers might enjoy low turnover now, but this could be the calm before the storm. As the job market rebounds, the dissatisfaction may lead to a significant exodus of talent. Organizations should proactively address…
PowerPoint for Career Development Professionals: Engaging Clients with Effective Visual Storytelling
– By Ksenia Lazoukova and Lori A. Jazvac – In today’s fast-paced world, presentations have become an essential communication tool for career development professionals, whether you are pitching an idea to investors, training clients, or sharing insights with stakeholders. PowerPoint, often used as a go-to software for presentations, portfolios, and tutorials, offers a flexible platform for engaging storytelling—yet many users only scratch the surface of its potential. Creating an impactful presentation requires more than slides filled with text and statistics. It is about captivating your audience, conveying a thoughtful story…
Canada’s unemployment rate was unchanged in October at 6.5 per cent, while job growth was little changed from the previous month, Statistics Canada said on Friday. Read more.
Despite their extensive experience and valuable insights, seasoned workers often face bias, with employers seeing age as a liability rather than an asset. It’s concerning that age can become a barrier as early as 45, and even more so for diverse individuals. Addressing these biases and encouraging inclusivity is essential. Talent and experience shouldn’t be overlooked due to age, especially in a society that values lifelong learning and diverse perspectives in the workplace. This article highlights the unique challenges faced by job seekers over 50, shedding light on ageism in…