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Innovating From A Distance: Do we need to be together to create?
This topic was inspired by the argument that many business leaders have used as to why people need to be brought back to the office. Namely, that people are better able to be creative and innovate when they are together versus working remotely. As I thought about the...
Stop Sitting, Start Moving for Better Work-Life Wellness
I am energized to bring you this important topic at the heart of work-life wellness – the perils of sitting and how it’s compromising our health. Whether we’re working or relaxing, many of us find ourselves sitting much of the day, and my two episodes with Dr. Stefan...
Calling All Men to Action: Let’s End Sexual Exploitation & Trafficking!
I may have already lost many readers with this title. “Ostriching” is the term I use for the reflex to avoid wanting to know more about something that you see as dark, depressing, and not impacting your own life. I would challenge you, however, to read on and listen...
Your Career Health Check for 2022
As every year draws to a close, and a new one begins, many of us take time to reflect on our lives. One important aspect of our fulfillment or dissatisfaction is our careers. When I first chose to specialize in career psychology back in 1998, I felt that it was an...
Creating the Canvas of Your Life: A conversation with two emerging artists – Chelsea McDonald
This blog is the second related to my podcast episodes with two emerging artists. In the spring of 2021 I met Chelsea at the Banff Springs hotel, where she was working. I learned that she painted on the side, and asked to see her Instagram page. Needless to say, I...
Creating the Canvas of Your Life: A conversation with two emerging artists – Erica Campitelli
In the summer of 2021 I met Erica Campitelli in Toronto at the five year anniversary of Canada Career Counselling. Erica paints abstract art in addition to holding down two other jobs. I was moved by seeing her beautiful pieces on Instagram, and learned how for Erica,...