The COVID-19 pandemic has given people time to reflect on their careers and what they want out of life. The challenge of landing a job in certain industries has also resulted in us seeing a lot of people going after what they want and making career changes in the process. By some estimates, 1 in […]
Read MoreComing to a new country can be overwhelming, exciting, and nerve-wracking at the same time too. Most people who move to a new culture, experience an adjustment period that we call culture shock. It occurs when the language, customs, signs, people, and symbols that you are used to and previously helped you to make such […]
Read MoreToday, we’re using different forms of artificial intelligence (AI) to power our daily tasks. Smartphones have AI that helps with routines, search, and taking photos. Vehicles also come equipped with a form of AI that assists with parking, collisions, and cruise control. Despite the fears about artificial intelligence taking over humankind, there is one takeaway […]
Read MoreWhile the Canadian economy certainly took a hit during the pandemic, tech-related jobs have bounced back more quickly than in other industries. Financial Post reveals that according to a report published in December 2020, Canada is losing its tech talent, and Canadian companies are trying to attract new workers including those from abroad. The included positions in […]
Read MoreIf you’re an international student or have been one, you must know how it feels to miss all the special moments happening back home. Your nephew’s first smile, your best friend’s wedding, your mom’s special food during the holidays. The intensity of homesickness may fade, but people are sometimes surprised to find it may never […]
Read MoreLong before the pandemic, remote employees were already more likely to report feeling left out and unsupported. But now, with an increased number of people who work from home plus the isolation, higher workloads, more things to juggle especially if you’re a parent due to school closure and more stress than ever before, it’s no wonder why […]
Read MoreTorontonians and visitors are now encouraged to explore the city and try something new that they’ve been meaning to experience. Destination Toronto recently launched a recovery campaign to boost tourism among locals in the city titled Never Have I Ever, TO. Participants can play the game of the same name and encourage locals and visitors to […]
Read MoreVarious career decisions, from whether you jump at a challenging assignment, go back to school, pivot to a new field, or start your own company is fueled by your relationship with risk. But how do you know when you’re ready to leap of faith or when you should stay the current and safer course? Forbes listed […]
Read MoreThe pandemic has affected many lives and while some sectors have seen widespread job loss, others are on the lookout for even more talent. We hear about the hiring spree from small-sized to big-shot IT companies every day and it seems that the talents are never enough to fill in the demand. The Canadian government […]
Read MorePredictive analytics has been a huge help to businesses in fields as diverse as healthcare, hospitality, retail, and insurance by looking into the future while optimizing inventories, enhance customer relationships, staffing, pricing, and many other organizational goals. But what is predictive analytics exactly? According to John Edwards in this article, predictive analytics is a category of […]
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