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By Cathy Milton. Midlife marks the beginning of what is known as “Third Age”. Third Age is considered by many to be the “golden years” of adulthood, running roughly from ages 55 to 80+. It can be a time of renewal and transformation, rich in possibilities for self-fulfillment and meaningful engagement. Many Third Age workers choose to stay in the workforce for as long as they can either because they truly enjoy making a contribution, they need the income, or a combination of both. If, however, they find themselves out […]
Here are some links to helpful websites for career practitioners and their clients based in Nova Scotia (NS). If you are a career practitioner and you want resources for the labour market in NS, then make sure to bookmark these sites. Association for Career Practitioners Nova Scotia Career Development Association: Provincial career development association. Education and Training for Career Practitioners Dalhousie University: Introduction to Employment Services and Career Development Services certificate programs. Careers and Employment for Clients Careers Nova Scotia: Labour market information, job profiles, job postings, and career planning strategies. CREAM: Current […]
By Sharon Graham. It’s hard to believe that some ten years ago, The Secret came on the scene causing quite a bit of excitement and uproar. The great ascent of the book and video can be credited somewhat to Oprah Winfrey’s support, but much criticism arose because some believed people would use The Secret to focus more on obtaining material possessions. To many of us in the career services field, “The Secret” is really no secret at all. It’s the Law of Attraction. If you’re hoping to achieve your goals, you can […]
By Lise Stransky. In my work with clients, I am most often influenced by the theory of one of my heroes, John Krumboltz, mainly because I see his theory of Planned Happenstance alive in my own career. John Krumboltz’s planned happenstance theory makes it OK to not always plan, because unplanned events could lead to good careers. This theory specifically addresses the need for people to deal with change within the rapidly changing labour market. Krumboltz states that people with these qualities are more likely to capitalize on chance events and turn serendipity […]
Here are some links to helpful websites for career practitioners and their clients based in Newfoundland and Labrador (NL). If you are a career practitioner and you want resources for the labour market in NL, then make sure to bookmark these sites. Association for Career Practitioners Newfoundland & Labrador Association of Career Practitioners (NLACP): Provincial career development association. Education and Training for Career Practitioners Memorial University: Master of Education in Counselling Psychology. Specialty Sites for Career Practitioners Employment Collaboration: An initiative that links community agencies working in the area of employment in the […]
CPC Member Snapshot: Angelika Trinkwon develops uniquely branded marketing packages for her clients through resume and cover letter innovation. Her designations as a Certified Resume Strategist (CRS) and Certified Career Development Practitioner (CCDP) prove to be a winning combination for her clients. Her work is featured in Best Canadian Resumes – Third Edition and Best Canadian Cover Letters – Second Edition. Welcome to our new PROFESSIONAL Members: Bonnie Wong Cem Turetken Kim-Ann Samuda Thank you to our renewing PROFESSIONAL Members: Amy Bjerknes Carole Marinier Charmaine Johnson Elizabeth Piergeti Kathleen Weston Kevin Schafer […]