When you have proven financial, management or legal skills, it is very possible that you may be invited to sit on a board of directors. What do you have to know before accepting this role that comes with its share of responsibilities? Accepting for the right reasons Although the offer is flattering, a time for […]
In a full-blown labour shortage, companies don’t hesitate to offer salaries that defy the competition to attract new employees. Changing jobs frequently is therefore an effective strategy to increase your personal income. Before you take the plunge, here are some tips. Job hopping, i.e., the frequent and deliberate changing of jobs, has had some success, […]
You left your job to try other experiences. After working abroad, resuming studies or changing your career, you decide to accept a position with your former employer. With your new skills in hand, your in-depth knowledge of the organization and your motivation pumped up, the future looks promising. But one question bothers you: did you […]
Professional job hopping is gaining momentum as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to play its part. And, with the scarcity of labour, many people are tempted to go and see if the grass really is greener elsewhere! 4 Facts (or fables) about Professional Job Hopping Job hopping is reserved for young people “Professional job hopping […]
Becoming a good leader can be learned. How? What characteristics have to be acquired? We talk about it with Yvon Chouinard and Nicole Simard, the authors of the book Votre Impact: Agir en leader [Your Impact: Acting as a Leader], recently published by Logiques. During their careers, Yvon Chouinard and Nicole Simard have supported and […]
A survey conducted by the Robert Half firm revealed that the context of the pandemic has led nearly half of Canadians (47%) to call their career into question. Here are some avenues for reflection to analyze before making the leap. What do I want from my career? According to Jean-Claude Laurin, workplace and organizational psychologist, […]
There is no longer any doubt about the many benefits of networking. How can you use it to stand out and, especially, to avoid missing opportunities? Here are five strategies to achieve this! Have a clear plan It’s not enough to dress up! Before the meeting, make sure to review the goals. If possible, take […]
While numbers and their calculations know no borders, the right to work as a CPA outside the country brings its own set of requirements. Here are the steps to export your CPA career (including your title) to Uncle Sam’s country. Since the beginning of 2018 it has been possible to work within our neighbour to […]
Holding a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) title asset is already proof of a certain commitment. But beyond the title, what do you have to do land a job in the field? “Demand is very high. There is currently a shortage of labour. And with this shortage there are roles such as accounting technicians that are […]
In life, we often like to believe in our lucky star… From a professional point of view, establishing a career development plan can actually help the stars to align themselves. A career plan: a development tool that we’ve all heard about, but… who has one? However, according to Al Dea, career development specialist, those who […]
Presentations to teams or decision-makers is a recurring exercise for the project manager. How do you avoid putting your audience to sleep? What techniques are there to pass your message on effectively? 1 – Don’t rush into PowerPoint “The worst thing to do is to create your own material directly without having thought about your […]
Are you in love with the stock exchange and have an uncommon sense of analysis? Do you want to become the next Warren Buffett? It can be done, provided you have completed a quite demanding career path and have the required qualities. The portfolio manager is a professional who develops investment strategies for financial institutions […]
