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In today’s diverse and inclusive workplaces, career development professionals have a duty to ensure that everyone, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, has equal opportunities to thrive. Supporting the 2SLGBTQI+ community in the workforce isn’t just a matter of compliance; it’s a commitment to creating an environment where individuals can achieve their career aspirations while being authentic. This article explores the role of career development professionals (CDPs) in fostering inclusivity and supporting the 2SLGBTQI+ community. Here’s how we can help: Understand 2SLGBTQI+ Identities The first step in…
Career professionals are not exempt from the universal truth that learning is a lifelong journey. Even for seasoned professionals well into their careers, there is always room for growth and development. In a rapidly changing professional landscape, adaptability and continuous learning become more critical than ever. This article explores how career professionals can unleash their full potential by continuing to develop late into their careers. Embrace a Growth Mindset The foundation of late-career development is adopting a growth mindset. Understand that your skills and knowledge can continually expand and evolve.…
Every December, I take some time out for one of my favourite activities — selecting my word of the year. I like to identify a word (or phrase) which sets out my intention for the following year. As part of this process, I look back at my successes and I look ahead toward my goals. This exercise helps me to centre myself. It brings focus to the many aspects of my career and my life. My Word of the Year For me, it’s easier to focus on my one word…
In our rapidly evolving world of work, the future of learning is undergoing a profound transformation. Traditional educational models are gradually giving way to a more personalized and empowering approach: self-directed education. This dynamic method puts you in control of your own educational journey, allowing you to shape your learning experiences according to your unique needs, interests, and aspirations. Let’s delve into the remarkable potential of self-directed education and explore how it’s reshaping the future of learning. What is self-directed learning? In self-directed learning, you take charge of your own…
Let’s face it. Job search is anything but linear these days. And when jobseekers face seemingly insurmountable obstacles, constant rejection, or setbacks, job search depression can begin to set in. It is real and impacts millions of jobseekers. Pew Research Center uncovered that about half of US adults who are unemployed and looking for a job are pessimistic about their prospects for future employment. As career practitioners, we know that job search is stressful, but we also have tools we can use to support our clients, hopefully helping to shorten…
Whether they’re our own kids, or relatives, neighbours, or the children of our friends, many of us enjoy having young people in our lives. After all, if we didn’t, how could we possibly keep up with the latest trends in slang? Amirite? School will be ending soon and many teens will be taking on a summer job. They may view it as a necessary evil; something required to earn money to spend on the things they enjoy. But a summer job is much more than that. If you have the…