Canada Career Counselling Blog
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Evidence-based and actionable strategies to help individuals and organizations across Canada navigate career change, job search, leadership development and workplace culture improvement.
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- Career Transition & Job Search Guidance – tips, tools and stories for your next move
- Leadership & Team Development – articles aimed at HR professionals, team leads, and organizations looking to build stronger workplaces
- Workplace Well-Being & Culture – practical advice on resilience, inclusion, career fulfillment, and mental health at work
- Research & Thought Leadership – deep dives into the intersection of psychology, business, and career development
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The Secret World of Work: Implicit Rules and How to Find Them
Every workplace has unspoken rules that shape communication, decision-making, and success. Learning to identify these implicit expectations can reduce confusion, build confidence, and help you navigate workplace culture more effectively—whether you’re new to an organization or an experienced professional.
Using AI in Your Job Search: Ethical Do’s and Don’ts
AI is becoming a common tool in the job search — but how you use it matters. Learn the key ethical do’s and don’ts for using AI to support resumes, cover letters, interviews, and applications without harming your credibility.
ADHD & Career Choice: Finding the Right Fit
ADHD is often misunderstood in the workplace, but traits like creativity, hyperfocus, adaptability, and high energy can be powerful career assets. Discover how a strengths-based approach to career counselling can help individuals with ADHD find environments where they don’t just cope — they thrive.
Making the Most of Your Job Search During the Holidays
When December slows the job market, it can actually create opportunity. With thoughtful planning, early applications, intentional networking, and reflection, the holiday season can position you to enter the new year confident and ready for your next role.
Why Mental Health Belongs in Your Career Plan
Career planning isn’t just about job titles and salary — your mental health matters too. Learn how integrating well-being into career decisions can lead to greater fulfillment, balance, and long-term success.
The Importance of Self-Awareness: What It Is and How To Build It
Self-awareness is a powerful foundation for career success, helping us better understand our strengths, values, and how others perceive us. This article explores practical strategies to build self-awareness, including mindfulness, self-reflection, 360-degree feedback, and experiential learning. These tools can enhance confidence, relationships, and effectiveness at work.