Career Buzz

If someone lives to live to age 90, which is now true for over half of Canadians, and they retire at 60, that’s a 30 year, post-work life. At age 60, they have half their life more to live. So, what’s next for them? How will they find purpose and meaning across 30 more years? And who is there to help them design their lifestyle?   ⁠Mike Drak⁠  is a Retirement Lifestyle Designer. After a 30+ year c...

In this episode, Stephen Armstrong and Dwight Mihalicz dive into a fascinating discussion on how Management Consulting is evolving in an era of unprecedented change. The MC profession is at a pivotal moment in history. As businesses navigate the challenges of the digital age, consultants are transforming how they deliver value to their clients. This transformation is not just about technology; it'...

In this episode, Hoda Kilani invites Katherine Jennick and Bella Doswell  to share their united vision, unique mission and the reasons they started the #SoMuchMoreThanTalkingAboutJobs campaign. If you were asked to start a campaign and promote a hashtag, what would that hashtag be? Take some time to think about it. Listen to get inspired, reflect and answer! Join Hoda and her guests on Career Buzz...

Have your thoughts about the post-holiday re-entry to work been filled with anticipation…or dread? Sure, work is work and the first week back in a new year or even after a weekend can sometimes make us long for activities like bingeing favourite shows and playing board games with family and friends. But when you’re in a fulfilling role, you enjoy your work. The “Sunday Scaries” (that anxiety feeli...

Modern human resources department represents the interests of the overall mission of the business aligned with the needs of individual employees. Depending on the size and scope of a company, an HRM department can perform a variety of roles and responsibilities. For a small business, a dedicated HRM specialist may cover all HRM functions, while in bigger companies, specialized departments will han...

Specializing in Careers and Mobility Learning, Dr Michael Healy  shares his mission and how he chose it. If you were asked to share your mission, what would it look like? Take some time to think about it. Listen, reflect and answer! Join Hoda and her guests on Career Buzz and increase your Career knowledge.

As storyteller-in-chief at CodeWord Communications for 20+ years and a part-time writing professor, Suzanne Bowness has built a successful freelance writing business.    Now, she’s written, “ The Feisty Freelancer : A friendly guide to visioning, planning and growing your writing business,” published by Dundurn Press in 2025. It helps readers get started on the writing journey. Tune into this Care...

In the past, what happened in your car typically stayed in your car. That is no longer the case. The influx of digital innovations, from infotainment connectivity to over-the-air (OTA) software updates, is turning cars into information clearinghouses. While delivering significant customer value, these changes also expose vehicles to the seamier side of the digital revolution. Hackers and other bla...

Associate Professor at the University of Warwick, Dr Gill Frigerio’s career term was making connections. Take the time to listen to Dr Gill’s tips and commit to reflect on your connections. Roy C. Vella encouraged us to be curious and open to experiences and taking risks.  Think about it, how curious are you? Listen, reflect and answer! Join  Hoda Kilani  and her guests on Career Buzz and increase...

Martina Rowley  has organization and precision in her blood. Having been raised, educated and trained in Germany, her work ethic and style reflect her heritage. After a 20-year career as an executive assistant, Martina completed a business training program and then started her own business as a virtual business manager (VBM) and Certified Canadian Virtual Assistant (CCVA).   In her new book, “ Sup...

When you are working on your own career, Dr Ingrid reminds us that you have a responsibility to remember that you are part of something bigger. Do you agree or disagree? Stay tuned as Dr Ingrid introduces us to the career culture in Norway and the concept of collective individualism.   Frank shared the two most important attributes looked for by HR managers. Do you have any ideas on how to ensure...

A discussion with host Stephen Armstrong and guest Peter Devita on the new e-petition (E-5117) asking the Prime Minister to call an emergency 1st Ministers’ Conference to deal with dangers to Canadians from Cyber System Security Attacks and the inappropriate use of AI. The petition calling on our political leaders to put their heads together and address severe issues of Cyber-attacks. There is no...

Dr Paul Hartung told us to be mindful individually and reflect on what gives us meaning. When you can answer that question, you can find work that will fit in with who you are and what is meaningful to you. Think about it, what gives you meaning?   Together let’s learn from Tracey’s experience as she talks about Labour Market Information, Forecasting and so much more! Tracey Campbell advised us to...

Which term would you use to describe your story so far? Dr Kris Magnusson used one term to take listeners on a journey that combined his life mission as well as the history and challenges in the career field. Stay tuned as Dr Magnusson introduces us to the 5 Ps, shares his career journey and reflects on what makes a great mentor. Join Hoda and her guest, Dr Kris Magnusson, on a journey to increase...

Len Senater is the founder/owner of The Depanneur . He originally studied photography in turning to digital design where he had a 15 year career. When done with that, he pivoted towards his lifelong love of food and created The Depanneur in Toronto. This year, in 2024, Len published the Depanneur Cookbook. It’s described as: Toronto Eats meets Humans of New York, with recipes! The Depanneur Cookbo...

In this episode of Innovation Nation on Career Buzz , Stephen Armstrong invites Husam Sha'ath for a robust conversation. Business ethics is the moral principles, policies, and values that govern the way companies and individuals engage in business activity. It goes beyond legal requirements to establish a code of conduct that drives employee behavior at all levels and helps build trust between a b...

Today on your show our topic is: "Working with and inspiring Youth in the 21st Century".   There are a lot of things that fill us with hope for the future: Technology, science, ethical and accountable leaders, nonprofits, and even mission-driven corporations committed to doing good. But there are few things that give us more hope for the future than young people. In the age of information warfare...

With all the buzz around AI, what can it do for us, practically, to help in career management , and job search ? To help us dig into this topic, Mark Franklin Practice Leader of CareerCycles and host of Career Buzz, is joined by two career professionals: Erica Mattison and Jim Woodbridge . The panel is also joined by FutureFitAI 's Head of Growth, Priya Ramanathan (at 44 mins 55 secs).

Your life is your responsibility a message you will hear from our guests today. What are your thoughts on this statement?  Join Hoda's Career Info on Career Buzz in a journey to increase Career Literacy.   Use this career chat with Sangeeta Mehta and Dr Ken Keis to learn how! --------------------------------------------------------------- Sangeeta Mehta holds an Economics degree from Brock Univers...

The steel magnate Andrew Carnegie, reputedly the world's richest man in the late 19th century, had some advice for anyone who wished to follow his example: “Put all your eggs in one basket,” he said, “and then watch that basket.”  Watching those eggs—aka asset protection—may no longer be that simple, if it ever was. But it's no less of a concern for anyone who has managed to amass some wealth. Mak...

Use this career chat with Dr Michael Stebleton and Melanie Buford , co-editors with Michael J sharp of Mapping the Future of Undergraduate Career Education as your prompt to get inspired! Join Hoda Kilani and her guests in a journey to increase Career Literacy.

For decades, oil and gas were really the only choice for transportation and energy - heat, etc but it appears to be changing to a scenario where oil and gas are in a competition with electrics, hydrogen and sustainable combustion fuels (SCF).   In this episode, we hear from  ⁠Andre Mech⁠ Environmental Engineer who has been a climate change proponent for the past 30 years.  Andre was first on Steph...

Where is sound used to impress a partner, find a mate, or fight off a rival? You can find out in  ⁠The Secret World of Sound⁠ . It’s a three part documentary series by  ⁠Dugald Maudsley⁠  about how animals use sound in bizarre, amazing and unexpected ways to survive. Fun fact: For The Secret World of Sound which airs on CBC Gem, Dugald says it took 25 days of shooting for 5 minutes of film. ⁠Dugal...

In this episode, ⁠Erica Mattison⁠ interviews ⁠Dinuka Gunaratne⁠ , a post-secondary leader with extensive experience supporting the success of university students throughout Canada and the US. Together, they explore how to lead a rewarding career with the help of self-reflection through story telling, mentoring relationships, and feedback from trusted allies. Through leadership roles with numerous...