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By Stephanie Clark. Actors have their favourite directors and vice versa. They recognize a compatibility between their styles, or personalities, which translates into an energetic synergy that seems to bridge the gap between screen and viewer. We viewers are then drawn into the story with such force that we watch the movie over and over to relive that “other world” experience. Amazing when that happens! In our subdued world of career management, finding colleagues of similar working style and commitment to quality is also important. We may not get the…
Maclean’s Canadian university rankings have been the benchmark for Canadian university listings for 19 years. The top ranked universities in 2009 were: Simon Fraser University (BC) University of Victoria (BC) University of Waterloo (Ontario) University of Guelph (Ontario) Memorial University of Newfoundland University of New Brunswick Carleton University (Ontario) University of Windsor (Ontario) University of Regina (Saskatchewan) / York University (Ontario) – tie Concordia University (Quebec) There was very little difference from the previous year’s ranking, when Simon Fraser University and University of Victoria tied for first place, Memorial University…
By Andrew Vujnovich. The following competency lists and exercises are adapted by Career Professionals of Canada based on results of the Cracker Barrel Session that took place in May 2006 at the STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS conference. The session was developed and led by Deborah Foster-Stahle, Colin Holbrow, and Andrew Vujnovich. The competency list on this page was developed by Andrew Vujnovich with credit to conference participants; CPC Advisors Sharon Graham, JP Hatala, Colin Holbrow, and Linda Schnabel; and Researchers Kouzes and Posner, Bass and Avolio, et. al. A Transformational…
By Ken Keis. Everything in life centers around measurement—money, travel, time, age, weight, volume, temperature, stock indexes—the list is endless. Even underdeveloped countries use the rising of the sun and moon and the changing of the seasons as measurements. Yet, my experience has been that most people do not have a personal measurement strategy to help improve their lives. A proper assessment/measurement strategy can offer amazing freedom, clarity, direction, and release to individuals and organizations. Let me present an example: At one time or another, many of us have driven a vehicle…
By Sue Edwards, ACC, CHRP. What would January be without personal commitments for change? It’s a chance for a fresh start! With the promise of a new year before us, we believe that anything is possible. Yet, all too often February can bring a familiar refrain of resolutions not kept and promises broken. What can you do this year to change this pattern and ensure your resolutions have staying power? Here’s my list of 7 Sure-Fire Steps to take you from Resolutions to the Results you desire… You’ve Got To…
By Laura Macro. At this new century unfolds, there is a business imperative for continuous learning supported by both employers, and employees. As ‘baby boomers’ retire from the workforce; as the pace of change accelerates through globalization, technology advancements, and restructuring; as the workplace becomes more complex and timelines more rushed, there is an urgent need for the development of future leaders and effective contributors. Therefore, asking an employer for sponsorship of professional development is a win/win request Tips on asking employer to sponsor professional development and/or education: 1.…