Professional development: Not just for the big wigs

Whether in person, online, via the web or a myriad of hybrid varieties, professional development (PD) is becoming a call to action for many.

Career Q&A: Networking and job searching for newcomers

Advice on networking and starting a job search for newcomers to Canada.

Human Resources Q&A: Electronic onboarding

How to use electronic onboarding and elearning to orient your new employees.

Career Q&A: Job searching over the holidays

Advice on whether or not to shut down your job search over the holidays.

Making the case for a pay raise

Follow these tips to negotiate a raise in salary.

Help wanted in the nonprofit sector: Skilled immigrants need not apply?

When Erick came to Canada, he had a master’s degree in psychology from an American university and over 10 years of experience in community work. He says now that he also had a “false sense of confidence” in his expectation to find appropriate employment.

All a-board!

Is serving on a board of directors the right way to help grow your career?

Volunteering for career development: Seven steps to professional growth

Make sure your volunteer work shows you to your best advantage on your resume by following these tips.

Career Q&A: Defined roles

Advice on what to do if your job has poorly defined duties and responsibilities.

Nonprofits have an advantage in securing future talent

The nonprofit sector may have a reputation for low pay but the sector also has unique advantages that should be used to recruit new staff.