In 2018, Let's Bring Civility Back To The Workplace
This year, it seemed like each day brought more news of inappropriate behaviour. There appears to be a common thread: it often occurs in the workplace.
Dear Millennials: Join A Non-Profit Board
Canada is currently presented with a unique opportunity to stand on the global stage as a role model for equity and inclusion.
Doing More For People With Disabilities Is Doing More For Canadians
People with disabilities still make up a disproportionate number of professionals working in jobs that are below their skills level.
To The Class Of 2017
As a dean, this is the most fulfilling time of year for me.
Thank Your Mom For All The Lessons She Has Taught You
My daughter once said to me, "even if you were not my mom, you would still be my role model." Beyond a doubt, this was the best compliment I could ever receive. Throughout my life, I have been asked many times if I personally have a role model. My answer to this is simple: my mother.
Prepare For Future Learning
"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." In our current political climate, it is critical
What We Can Learn From 'Hidden Figures'
As we reflect on current events, sociopolitical uncertainty throughout the world seems to have only risen from where it sat at the beginning of the year. Nearly every day brings news of yet another racist, bigotry, or sexist comment from south of the border. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are under serious threat.
Education Is The Key To Protecting Our Democratic Systems
What will the world look like in 2030? Will liberal democracy still exist? We have recently come to a crossroads where this question is entirely valid. I believe I speak for many people when I say that recent exercises in democracy have left me puzzled. I am disappointed that the United States now has a President Trump.
Leverage The Office Christmas Party To Build Your Network
Before you walk through the door, however, create a target for how many new connections you plan to make. Perhaps push yourself to meet 10 new contacts, or exchange 20 business cards. Are you hesitant to approach someone you do not know? Consider asking questions to break the ice.
Jumpstart Your Career Through Coaching
In the spring of 1985, John Fogerty had a hit song called "Centrefield". While you may not be familiar with the song itself
3 Tips For Achieving Job Satisfaction
Canadians are well educated. That's the good news. The unfortunate reality is that many Canadians are "mal-employed" -- working in jobs that do not take advantage of their abilities and that do not require a post-secondary education.
Never Stop Learning: Continuing Education Is More Important Than Ever
Continuing education brings both practical skills and the joy of discovering something new about the world and yourself. If you're a Millennial, it can help you overcome mal-employment and accelerate your career. If you're a Boomer, it can set you up for success as a business owner and a prosperous retirement.
Experiential Learning Takes Education To New Levels
Today's education is evolving to be more "experiential." The instructor's role is still pivotal, but it's different. Now students learn in ways that are practical and hands-on, in a simulated setting or out in the real world, and the instructor is a guide, helping them identify lessons they can apply to future experiences.
5 Ways To Make the Most Of Your Next Conference
At the conferences I attend, when I look around the room, I see a wealth of knowledge -- and it's not all at the podium. Every attendee has something to share. Some may have a nugget of wisdom, specifically relevant to you, that boosts your career or inspires you to change directions.
17 Skills Employees Need Today -- And Tomorrow
By tracking and responding to relevant trends, you can ensure you have the training you need, today and tomorrow, to maintain your competitive edge and to stretch yourself, limbering up, as you start the next chapter of your career.
Virtual Teaching Tools Take Learning Outside The Classroom
What does "learning" look like? It's still fair to say that the lecture format is core to many educational programs, but technology is advancing and creating opportunities for technology-enhanced and online learning to be more experiential, more flexible, and more engaging.
It's Never too Late to Change Careers
What does a university dean's resumé look like? I would guess that most have diverse leadership experience in a number of varied roles. My own work history includes stints as a barista, psychologist, professor, corporate executive and politician -- to name just a few of the hats I've worn during my career.
Six Ways Continuing Education Can Close Canada's Skills Gap
Ask an employee from just about any industry in Canada, and they'll tell you: there is a huge gap between the training required to move up the career ladder and the training provided by their employers. While 71 per cent of employers agree they have a responsibility to provide career management programs for their employees, only 29 per cent actually offer them.
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