Canada Career Counselling in the Media
Toxic workplaces are on the rise, and it starts at the top
Dr. Laura Hambley tells The Globe and Mail, she has seen a steady increase in toxic workplaces over the last 15 years. Toxic workplaces are defined as work environments that negatively impact physical, emotional or mental health.
Canadians are yearning to take an ‘adult gap year.’ Here’s why
In a recent article by CTV News, Dr. Laura Hambley highlights the benefits of stepping back to recharge and how to plan for a meaningful “adult gap year”.
Finding a new job in your 50s comes with extra hurdles
Landing a job in your 50s is achievable, especially with a focus on upskilling and confidence, says Laura Hambley, founder of Canada Career Counselling. Many in their 50s successfully pivot to roles in consulting, entrepreneurship, or contract work.
How To Land And Maximize Your Internship Experience
Meghan Reid, Toronto Registered Psychologist says, you can increase the odds of turning an internship into paid work by identifying areas where the organization could improve or add value to its customers. It’s also in part about how you show up.
Best Fields of Study for Young Canadians Choosing Career Path: Career Experts Weigh In
Some industries offer more career opportunities to youth than others, including technology, health care, and the trades, some career professionals say.
Toxic Bosses Are a Global Issue With Devastating Consequences
Toxic Bosses: A Global Epidemic Impacting Employee Well-Being and Organizational Success – Insights from Dr. Laura Hambley’s Latest Research on Toxic Leadership.
When Did You Decide It Was Time To Step Down From A Job?
Meghan Reid, M.A., C.Psych. goes live on CBC news and CBC/Radio-Canada on Cross Country Checkup with Ian Hanomansing, discussing her professional perspective on why people want to change from their lucrative careers. You can listen to the discussion here (9:30 mins to 17 mins).
How to Avoid Burnout When Your Coworker Takes Parental Leave
Meghan Reid, psychologist and managing director of Canada Career Counselling, notes there’s an underlying bias that if you don’t have children, you have more time to do work.
How to Spot a Toxic Workplace Before Accepting a Job Offer
If signs of a toxic workplace appear, Hambley (Dr. Laura) said people should consider talking to a therapist or a career counsellor to figure out a wellness plan and work on restoring confidence and the ability to think clearly.
‘Still time to re-create myself’: Retirees returning to work
At the age of 65, people would retire. Many bought an RV and travelled across the country or spent more time with their grandkids — and this worked for a few years, said Nina Hornjatkevyc, counselling director…
Soft skills, preparation can help new graduates land jobs
“Build out a network. When searching for jobs, online postings only touch the tip of the iceberg.” said Laura Hambley, a registered psychologist and founder of Canada Career Counselling.
Canadians are foregoing vacation time
Career and work Psychologist, Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett joins Global News Calgary to discuss why Canadians in the workforce aren’t taking their vacation time off.
Robbins: Helping teens transition to post-secondary life
This August, thousands of Canadian teens will head off to colleges and universities. It’s a special time of year, but one that’s also fraught with nerves.
Flight attendants hold day of action
Dr. Laura is interviewed on CTV news about flight attendants in four Canadian cities raising concerns about wages and working conditions.
Work Wellness: From setting boundaries to looking after your mental health
From setting boundaries to looking after your mental health, here’s how to re-evaluate your professional life this year.
Building a Sustainable Work Life – CareerWise by CERIC
Co-written by Dr. Laura Hambley for CareerWise by CERIC, a resource for career...
Building a sustainable work-life: Social overload in the ‘new normal’
Fall is flying by, and you can feel the energy as many people are back in the office, either hybrid or full-time.
Quit Quitting – CBC
Quiet quitting is a term that is typically associated with workplace burnout....
Post Secondary Students Career Path – ‘Help Me Sara’ Radio
Catch Brittany Shields on Sauga 960 AM radio 'Help Me Sara' segment with host Sara Dimerman, where Brittany shares her...
How Are You Hanging In There? – The Catalyst by Softchoice
How do businesses maintain a company culture remotely? Do we humans even need physical connection at work? Meghan...