Four Simple Resume Writing Tips You Need to Know
Resumes that land interviews have one thing in common: they catch and keep the interest of the person reading them. Before you sit down and...
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Two Smart Ways to Invest in Kids
When it comes to our kids, we would do just about anything for them. We want them to succeed at everything. We want them to be active,...
Create your career story in minutes
There isn’t anyone you couldn’t love – once you’ve heard their story." Mary Lou Kownacki, Author Storytelling was taught in...
What every executive should know about their résumé. How to stand out in a competitive market
As an executive career strategist, I have seen tens of thousands of résumés; many look very similar to one another. In fact, prior to my...
What were you going to be when you grew up?
This week, my nephew is starting his second year at the University of Victoria. (I'm super proud of him!) I remember the first day of...
How to go the distance. Think like a runner.
I recently joined a running group who meet up twice a week to develop our running strategies, increase endurance and improve our personal...
8 things to consider before you leave your job
If the thought of returning to a mediocre job after an amazing summer adventure is keeping you up at night, you're not alone. Our phone has...
Canadian Military to Civilian Career Transition
Last summer, after returning to Canada from a four-year overseas posting to Belgium I reached out to my network from the NATO community to...
What’s in a name?
I hand out a lot of free advice. Why? I have studied career development strategies for 15+ years! I know this stuff inside...
Frustrated by your job search? Try this instead.
A person I don't know recently asked a question in an online group. He asked about different ideas or suggestions on how to find work....
Artificial Intelligence will not steal your job
According to a recent Globe and Mail article "58% of Canadians believe that advances in technology will create mass...
What a fighter pilot taught me about career development
OODA Loop A few years ago I had the pleasure of working with a fighter pilot. He introduced me to the concept of the OODA loop. I really...