Interviewees Asking Questions In Interviews: 8 Expert Tips
In the competitive landscape of job seeking, acing an interview is crucial, but it’s not just about answering questions. It’s equally important for candidates to ask their potential employers questions. This practice not only demonstrates your keen interest in the role but also helps in assessing if the employer is the right fit for you. […]
Communication, Public Speaking, and Leadership in Business
“Certainly some people are born with the gift of gab but anybody can become a public speaker,” says Camilla Burgess, Founder, CEO, and Coach at Viva Voce Speech Arts Studio. “The more you practice the better you become.”1 The Vancouver-based studio provides executive coaching and speech coaching to individuals and organizations both locally and internationally. […]
Nail Your Career-Change: Top Tips from a Career Strategist
“I call myself a career strategist because I really don’t like the name coach or counsellor,” says Helen Dewar.1 Whatever the title, Dewar has been helping her clients, mostly from the management level up, get job-ready for about three decades. Career transitions can be difficult to navigate, but Dewar sees them as an opportunity to […]
Canadian Immigration Law Update with Lawyer Stanley Leo
Get the latest update on the competitive landscape for Canadian immigration, processing time, AI, work experience, & international students. Goldbeck recently spoke with Immigration Lawyer Stanley Leo of Kairos Law Corporation. He was kind enough to give us updates and information about a number of topics related to immigration law. Pressed for time? Skip ahead. […]
Economic Diversification Positions Edmonton for Success
This provincial capital remains an energy hub while also thriving in tech, health care, post-secondary, manufacturing, and logistics. As the capital city of Alberta, Edmonton’s economy has traditionally been associated with the energy sector. While this remains an important pillar for the city, diversification efforts have led to growth in numerous other sectors, creating a […]
An Examination of Remote Work, Creativity & Wellbeing
Denise Goldbeck will be speaking at our Public Speaking Mastery workshop with Ece Ozer on February 1st here in Vancouver. If you’d like to hear more of her fascinating insights, register your interest here. Going beyond memes & simplified talking points to examine the limitations of Zoom, the cost of work-from-home, & the nature of […]
Is the Peter Principle Dead? How Not to Promote Bad Managers
The Peter Principle says that employees will be promoted until they’re no longer competent. Is a changing work paradigm solving the problem?
Recruiting in 2023: Goldbeck Staff Predictions and Analysis
Hillcrest Technologies COO Jamie Hogue says that culture, mission, and geography are important factors when recruiting top tech talent.
Termination Letters: How to Write, Why, & a Template
Write termination letters correctly. Expert advice on what to include, cause vs. no cause, and how to avoid escalation. Includes a template.
Canadian Employment and Legal Update: October 2022
Get informed on new legislation, policies, & other business law topics with HR expert Judy Slutsky & employment lawyer James Kondopulos.