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03/26/2017

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02/27/2017

TORONTO – A U.K.-based think-tank says Canada will have the world’s 10th largest economy in 2017, but will be overtaken in a few years by South Korea. The analysis from the Centre for Economics and Business Research, published in co-operation with Global Construction Perspectives, estimates Canada’s gross domestic product will be worth 1.635 trillion U.S. dollars next year. WATCH: Trudeau says protecting the environment and growing economy go together… [ 75 more words ]

https://www.jobficient.com/blog/canadas-economy-drop-global-top-10-2020-report/

TORONTO – A U.K.-based think-tank says Canada will have the world’s 10th largest economy in 2017, but will be overtaken in a few years by South Korea. The analysis from the Centre for Economics and Business Research, published in co-operation with Global Construction...

02/24/2017

This column is part of Globe Careers’ Leadership Lab series, where executives and experts share their views and advice about leadership and management. Obesity rates are continuing to rise in the Canadian workplace. However, more often than not, obesity is seen as a lifestyle choice, rather than a medical condition. All-the-while, obesity is slowly, but consistently, straining resources – the top five disease conditions found in most drug benefits lists are outcomes of obesity, including diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, depression and osteoarthritis. [ 555 more words ]

https://www.jobficient.com/blog/obesitys-toll-workplace-fix/

This column is part of Globe Careers’ Leadership Lab series, where executives and experts share their views and advice about leadership and management. Obesity rates are continuing to rise in the Canadian workplace. However, more often than not, obesity is seen as a...

02/22/2017

The days of stay-at-home mothers are behind us, says a new report from the Center for American Progress, which analyzed national labor data and found that, across the country, the share of moms who financially support their families continues to grow. Nearly two-thirds of American moms these days (64.4%) are breadwinners, the researchers found. That's a hop from 63.3% in 2012, the year of the last analysis, and a leap from 1970, when roughly a quarter could claim the title. [ 593 more words ]

https://www.jobficient.com/blog/days-stay-home-moms-long-gone-report-finds/

The days of stay-at-home mothers are behind us, says a new report from the Center for American Progress, which analyzed national labor data and found that, across the country, the share of moms who financially support their families continues to grow. Nearly two-thirds of...

02/21/2017

QUESTION FROM A SUBSCRIBER: I have a question, I have been over whelmed with job offers and I don't know which one to pick. Can you help, the job interviews are still coming as well I don't know if I should say no, because there may be something better out there. J.A. ANSWER: Dear J.A., This is certainly a good problem to have! [ 444 more words ]

https://www.jobficient.com/blog/dealing-multiple-job-offers/

QUESTION FROM A SUBSCRIBER: I have a question, I have been over whelmed with job offers and I don't know which one to pick. Can you help, the job interviews are still coming as well I don't know if I should say no, because there may be something better out there. J.A...

02/17/2017

I have yet to talk to an audience about discussing the hygiene issue without people clearly relating. Recently I was interviewed by Forbes magazine about how to talk about it. It's a tough, but important topic. Here are some tips for you. How to Tell Someone They Smell Bad at Work. Power Phrases to Address Poor Personal Hygiene Failure to bathe… [ 655 more words ]

https://www.jobficient.com/blog/tell-someone-smell-bad-work/

I have yet to talk to an audience about discussing the hygiene issue without people clearly relating. Recently I was interviewed by Forbes magazine about how to talk about it. It's a tough, but important topic. Here are some tips for you. How to Tell Someone They Smell Bad at...

02/15/2017

MILL VALLEY, Calif., Dec. 15, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Glassdoor's chief economist, Dr. Andrew Chamberlain, today revealed the five biggest jobs trends to watch in 2017 along with the five hiring trends that defined 2016. The insights come as part of a new Glassdoor Economic Research report, outlining Chamberlain's 2017 predictions for the U.S. labor market including why automation will start to affect all jobs in 2017; why the gig economy has hit its limit; how data science will transform HR and recruiting; and more. [ 700 more words ]

https://www.jobficient.com/blog/five-jobs-trends-watch-2017-according-glassdoor-chief-economist/

MILL VALLEY, Calif., Dec. 15, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Glassdoor's chief economist, Dr. Andrew Chamberlain, today revealed the five biggest jobs trends to watch in 2017 along with the five hiring trends that defined 2016. The insights come as part of a new Glassdoor...

02/13/2017

Q. I am a 29-year-old journalist. A secretary in our office has persistently been coming to me for some time now. Throughout my three years of working, I have devoted my energy towards career growth, but I find her attractive, and I am considering giving in. Will office romance hinder my growth? Your colleague’s persistence appears to have gradually worn your reluctance and you are now concerned that this might undermine your devotion to career growth. [ 283 more words ]

https://www.jobficient.com/blog/will-office-romance-affect-devotion-career-growth/

Q. I am a 29-year-old journalist. A secretary in our office has persistently been coming to me for some time now. Throughout my three years of working, I have devoted my energy towards career growth, but I find her attractive, and I am considering giving in. Will office...

02/10/2017

If you're in the market for a new sofa, recliner or bed, don't bother going to Biltrite Furniture in Greenfield on this Christmas Day — or almost any other Sunday in 2017, for that matter. The owners of Biltrite decided this fall to close the store on most Sundays. Biltrite is embracing the emerging concept of the family-friendly workplace. Randi Komisar, the fourth generation of the family to lead the furniture store over the past 88 years, says the company is stepping back in time. [ 705 more words ]

https://www.jobficient.com/blog/jagler-retailers-family-friendly-policies-make-good-business-sense/

If you're in the market for a new sofa, recliner or bed, don't bother going to Biltrite Furniture in Greenfield on this Christmas Day — or almost any other Sunday in 2017, for that matter. The owners of Biltrite decided this fall to close the store on most Sundays...

02/10/2017

3 signs it is time to temporarily switch to part time jobs in Winnipeg to rethink your future. I had to go through the tedious process of changing jobs often, it is not easy at all. It is helpful to identify the signs when it is time to move on to bigger and better things. I want to share with you the seven most important ones. [ 355 more words ]

https://www.jobficient.com/blog/part-time-jobs-in-winnipeg-rethink-future/

3 signs it is time to temporarily switch to part time jobs in Winnipeg to rethink your future. I had to go through the tedious process of changing jobs often, it is not easy at all. It is helpful to identify the signs when it is time to move on to bigger and better...

02/09/2017

Looking for part time jobs in Calgary is not as difficult as you think. Since it is the largest city in Alberta, there is always work for everyone. Some employers prefer to employ part-time workers. The reason is because they usually do not have to provide benefits and employees have the freedom to work flexibly. Jobs in call centers, retail, delivery, health, education, and hospitality industries offers some of the best part-time opportunities. [ 237 more words ]

https://www.jobficient.com/blog/part-time-jobs-calgary-find-here/

Looking for part time jobs in Calgary is not as difficult as you think. Since it is the largest city in Alberta, there is always work for everyone. Some employers prefer to employ part-time workers. The reason is because they usually do not have to...

02/09/2017

Looking for Niagara Region Jobs could be both challenging and rewarding. The reason is below: I firmly believe that people seeking to pursue a new job are best suggested to decide on one that they feel interested and excited about. The reason is simple because during their productive years, most people spend more than 1,800 hours on their job (not including the time used to travel to work). [ 246 more words ]

https://www.jobficient.com/blog/niagara-region-jobs-challenge/

Looking for Niagara Region Jobs could be both challenging and rewarding. The reason is below: I firmly believe that people seeking to pursue a new job are best suggested to decide on one that they feel interested and excited about. The reason is simple because during their...