Career Professionals of Canada News Feed
Job vacancies in Canada remain high and the news continues to tell us that many people are in career transition. As a career professional, you advise and coach your clients on the use of various strategies to connect with employers and distinguish themselves from the competition. A portfolio of career documents has the potential to strengthen a candidate’s confidence and credibility, yet some clients are reluctant to invest the time it takes to create such a portfolio. The following describes just some of the career documents candidates can have prepared to boost any job…
As career professionals, we can use the concept of reframing to help our clients think more strategically about work. Reframing is an NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) technique that involves thinking about things differently to assign them a new meaning or perspective that can free us from negative thoughts. I recently stumbled upon a sign in front of a local storage company that read: “Working isn’t hard, but thinking about it is.” It made sense. How many times do people think about work in a way that does not serve their best…
A positive trend is becoming increasingly evident in the labour market. Employers are focusing on making their workplaces more diverse and inclusive. This has created more opportunities for the clients I support. But in spite of advancements, hiring practices continue to present challenges and the experience is often not a good one for my clients. Many employers I partner with have asked what they can do to improve the process. In this article, I would like to offer my suggestions for creating a better hiring experience, many of which will benefit…
Confidence is a strange thing. Many of our clients consistently excel in their professional and personal lives. They are certain they are capable of completing pretty much anything they set out to do. But why, for example, when it comes time to rewrite their résumé or prepare for an interview, are they suddenly unsure of their abilities and qualities? How can we help our clients gain the confidence they need in all aspects of their work and life? Drawing on my own experience, I’d like to offer my tips for…
Journaling is defined as keeping a regular record of experiences, ideas, or reflections for private use (think diary). The act of journaling is often recommended for its many benefits. But in the midst of a stressful job search, how do we persuade our clients that journaling can be an effective job search tool that reaps benefits? And how can we encourage and coach them to give it a try? In the last two years alone, journaling has been recommended in several articles found on Career Professionals of Canada’s News Feed. 50…
As career professionals, we strive to equip our clients with the knowledge, tools, strategies, and tactics necessary to survive and thrive in the world of work. Just imagine if our clients were able to access a unique, secure repository of work-related tools whenever they needed to — a “career treasure chest” that would be full of resources to help with their career development and growth. Whether employed or unemployed, this treasure chest would remind them of their goals, reflect their values and moral compass, and serve as a valuable source of…