Feeling Brave? 7 Benefits of Encouraging Critical Feedback From Your Employer

Feeling Brave? 7 Benefits of Encouraging Critical Feedback From Your Employer

October 12th, 2021

Getting feedback from your employer is essential for you to grow professionally. It’s important to know where you stand, to know the things you do well, and the areas where you need to improve. “Constructive…

Work in Finance? How to Avoid Career Complacency

Work in Finance? How to Avoid Career Complacency

January 10th, 2019

Are you running on auto pilot? Many finance and accounting professionals are just putting in time because they’ve become complacent with their job and, as a result, their career. It happens, especially if you’ve been…

How Finance Professionals Can Boost Their Careers During the Slow Summer

How Finance Professionals Can Boost Their Careers During the Slow Summer

July 11th, 2017

Even though everyone else may be taking things easy and relaxing during this traditionally slower time of the year, there are still many things you can do to boost your career.

Why Aren’t Women Making It to the Top in Finance?

Why Aren’t Women Making It to the Top in Finance?

December 16th, 2016

Women are not breaking through into executive level roles within the finance industry as easily as in other industries. Even though it is estimated that close to half (47%) of management and professional roles in financial firms are filled by women, this number is deceiving.

7 Career Accomplishments to Have by the Time You’re 30

7 Career Accomplishments to Have by the Time You’re 30

October 4th, 2016

While these goals will vary from person to person, there are some common things that most professionals want to accomplish by the time they reach their 30th birthday.

3 Career-Defining Moves That Will Shape Your Marketing Career

3 Career-Defining Moves That Will Shape Your Marketing Career

August 9th, 2016

Whether you are stuck in a slump, want to kick your career into overdrive, or it’s simply time to make a change, we’ve outlined some career-defining moves to consider.

Do You Have the Top Skills Companies Want in Future Candidates?

Do You Have the Top Skills Companies Want in Future Candidates?

June 9th, 2016

The skills employers seek are ever-evolving. While core skills such as effective communication, project management, people skills, and skills that are specific to your career specialization will always be a requirement, there is an ongoing change in other skills that companies want from job candidates.

Top 4 OVERLOOKED Advantages of a Marketing Career

Top 4 OVERLOOKED Advantages of a Marketing Career

October 16th, 2015

A career in marketing can mean many different things. Your job could involve anything from more traditional marketing tasks such as working on print ads, magazines, and promotions, to the ever-evolving realm of digital marketing where you could find yourself working as a social media expert, content marketer, website manager, SEO specialist, or even an online advertising guru. The diverse nature of marketing careers is what makes it appealing to so many.

Take Control of Your Career in 5 Steps

Take Control of Your Career in 5 Steps

April 30th, 2015

Are you just going through the motions at work? Working for the weekend? You’re not alone. According to a Gallup study published in the Harvard Business Review, only 16% of Canadians are engaged in their jobs. So it’s not just you. But remember, your career is your career and you alone are responsible for its growth and direction. Here is how to take control of your career in 5 steps: