Tag: HR
The New Skill Set
May 8, 2020
What Businesses Want (in a Pandemic)… Today’s devastating news that the U.S. jobless rate hit its highest level since the Great Depression (and Canada hit its second-highest level) proves how profoundly and swiftly COVID-19 has hurt businesses and talent. As more people compete for jobs, global research suggests corporate demand for specific skills cuts across […]
Coronavirus Fuels Hiring in These 6 Sectors
April 6, 2020
Recession-proof sectors: Although we’re all affected by profound changes due to the global coronavirus pandemic, certain industries are booming right now. Among the most resilient sectors, 3 trends stand out: 1. BASICS: Essential goods and services are most in demand. 2. ONLINE: More consumption and work are going digital. 3. CONNECTION: Isolated in our silos, […]
Honoured to speak at this event …
April 23, 2017
So grateful to have spoken to businesswomen and business students at the recent Women in Leadership conference hosted by the Schulich School of Business, York University, Toronto. The audience shared overwhelmingly positive feedback on my interactive workshop on How an Entrepreneurial Mindset Gives You an Edge in Today’s Market.
8 Reasons Businesses Love Freelancers
October 27, 2016
The freelance revolution is fueling business, as a growing number of companies are turning to independent professionals to get their projects done. As the freelancing revolution gains momentum, companies can win big. Why Companies Win The business benefits of hiring a freelancer include: 1. Cost savings: Businesses can save a significant amount of money by […]