TORONTO – A U.K.-based think-tank says Canada will have the world’s 10th largest economy in 2017, but will be overtaken in a few years by South Korea. The analysis from the Centre for Economics and Business Research, published in co-operation…
Obesity’s toll on the workplace – and how to fix it
This column is part of Globe Careers’ Leadership Lab series, where executives and experts share their views and advice about leadership and management. Obesity rates are continuing to rise in the Canadian workplace. However, more often than not, obesity is…
The days of stay-at-home moms are ‘long gone,’ report finds
The days of stay-at-home mothers are behind us, says a new report from the Center for American Progress, which analyzed national labor data and found that, across the country, the share of moms who financially support their families continues to…
Dealing with Multiple Job Offers
QUESTION FROM A SUBSCRIBER: I have a question, I have been over whelmed with job offers and I don‘t know which one to pick. Can you help, the job interviews are still coming as well I don‘t know if I…
How to Tell Someone They Smell Bad at Work
I have yet to talk to an audience about discussing the hygiene issue without people clearly relating. Recently I was interviewed by Forbes magazine about how to talk about it. It’s a tough, but important topic. Here are some tips…
Five Jobs Trends To Watch In 2017, According To Glassdoor Chief Economist
MILL VALLEY, Calif., Dec. 15, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — Glassdoor‘s chief economist, Dr. Andrew Chamberlain, today revealed the five biggest jobs trends to watch in 2017 along with the five hiring trends that defined 2016. The insights come as part of a…
Will office romance affect my devotion to career growth?
Q. I am a 29-year-old journalist. A secretary in our office has persistently been coming to me for some time now. Throughout my three years of working, I have devoted my energy towards career growth, but I find her attractive,…
Jagler: Retailer’s family-friendly policies make good business sense
If you’re in the market for a new sofa, recliner or bed, don’t bother going to Biltrite Furniture in Greenfield on this Christmas Day — or almost any other Sunday in 2017, for that matter. The owners of Biltrite decided this fall to…
How to Stand Out in A Crowded Field of Applicants
While U.S. employers have been posting more job openings lately, hiring is still highly competitive across a number of industries. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that job openings rose in June to 3.8 million, which is the largest…
On Resilience: How Kat Cole Rose From Hooters Hostess To President Of Cinnabon
Kat Cole is a retail executive, investor, humanitarian and advisor. That sounds fancy, but her early years were anything but. Her mother escaped a toxic relationship, only to find herself on her own with three daughters and had to take…
The Evolution of the Workforce
The Evolution of the Workforce It’s that time of year again. Marked by end-of-summer barbecues, kids going back to school and one last three day weekend to close out the summer, Labor Day Weekend is here at last. Of course…
Become A Pro At Job Search By Job Hopping Every Three Years – This Change Is Actually Good For You
Become A Pro At Job Search By Job Hopping Every Three Years Changing jobs every two years used to look terrible on a resume. Constant job search meant that you cannot stick to one job. It also meant that you…
Jobs That Won’t Exist In 20 Years
The world is changing quickly, in ways we’ve never seen before, and more dramatically than other periods of great change. Don’t get left behind. Jobs Are Disappearing It’s not because the economy is bad, it’s because the world is entering a major…
The Evolution Of Work
Work is clearly evolving which means that we are seeing new technologies and behaviors enter our organizations. These new behaviors and technologies are largely being fueled by the consumer web and now organizations are struggling to adapt. Over the past…
The new way of looking for job opportunities in Canada
Looking for job has never been any easier as web has brought convenience at our doorsteps. We shop, make friends and even secure job interviews online. Our resume distribution service will add an extra layer of convenience: time-saving. Our services:…