Career Buzz

Part 2 of The strategic importance of water – an irreplaceable and un-substitutable resource with Stephen Armstrong and Bryan Karney For centuries, wars have been fought over resources. The need for land, oil, trade routes and other commodities have all led to deadly conflicts throughout history. But soon we could be seeing more fighting over arguably the most precious resource of all - water. Now...

Who You Are Matters! How do you get to know who you are? Guests Mark Franklin, host of Career Buzz and Rich Felle r created a tool that helps do that and are here to tell you all about it. Do you need a plan when it’s time to look for a new role? Debra Boggs stresses the value of having a Job Search Strategy. Join Hoda and her guests in their journey to increase Career Literacy.   Guest links: Mar...

If you ask  Carolyn McBeath  it takes being confident and resourceful, being curious and a critical thinker, being able to read a situation and creating backup plans. And being very, very forthcoming. Carolyn McBeath works as an Overseas Site Manager where she is the key in-country liaison between her Canadian employer, Voyageur Aviation, and United Nations Missions in international hot spots incl...

Solving huge challenges like climate change presents an opportunity for each of us to draw upon our unique strengths and lived experiences. And that’s what Hessann Farooqi is doing through his career. In this episode of Career Buzz, guest-host Erica Mattison speaks with Hessann Farooqi, Executive Director of The Boston Climate Action Network (BCAN), about the importance of relationship building an...

Over the last five years, numerous critiques from reputable sources like CBC, HBR, Forbes, NBC, Times Higher Education, The Atlantic, and the Brookings Institution have questioned the adequacy of current higher education systems. With the explosive growth of AI in the past year, every sector, including higher education, has been significantly disrupted.  Join Join Stephen Armstrong of Innovation N...

Are you geared up for what’s next in your professional life? Get inspired by Ann Nakaska as she imparts valuable insights for future career advancements. Ever imagined enjoying your work? Dr. Mike Rucker provides unique strategies to make it possible. Join Dr. Hoda Kilani, Hoda’s Career Info, and her guests to enhance your Career Literacy.

In 2022, just when Anastasiia Zhemchugova landed her dream job in an international law firm in Kyiv, Ukraine, war disrupted her career and life. Her firm had an office in Prague so she worked there for a while but without the local language skills it was complicated. Then, a perfectly timed opportunity emerged – from Canada. Years earlier, pre-pandemic, Anastasiia had applied for a law internship...

In this week's episode of Career Buzz, join Erica Mattison with Geraldine Barney.   Being an artist is central to Geraldine Barney’s identity. Throughout her career she’s discovered the personal importance of developing a creative practice involving a range of media from prints, to paintings, to songs. As she creates, she honours her Indigenous culture and connection to the land where she grew up...

The heart of leadership is human connection. Our world needs Caring Leaders who are genuinely interested in the success and well-being of their people. In this week's episode, join ⁠Stephen Armstrong⁠ of ⁠Innovation Nation Radio Show⁠ to discover the transformative power of caring, empathy and human connection in Empowering People Through Caring Leadership: Strategies That Actually Work by leaders...

Join us on Career Buzz as we explore the fascinating career story of Rodney Kaufman, founder of ⁠Corporate Canine Therapy⁠ . In the fast-paced corporate landscape, stress and burnout are prevalent, but Rodney and his partner Jane have a unique solution. Their specially trained therapy dogs are not only bringing joy and comfort to employees in workplaces but also supporting patients in hospitals. T...

Join host  Stephen Armstrong on ' Innovation Nation ' on Career Buzz as he explores the intersection of real-world business practices with people's career evolution. This episode, 'Disruptive Change in the Global Economy: An In-depth Analysis,' provides an insightful discussion with industry veteran, Michael Blacklock . Armstrong and Blacklock delve into the challenges and intricacies of doing bus...

The Canadian Artists Network is the voice of Canada’s elder professional artists – across all disciplines. It offers programs that enable artists to remain relevant, connected, informed, and motivated. Artists don’t retire. Their creativity and skills do not diminish with age. Creativity lives forever. The Canadian Artists Network raises awareness of the value of these artists as resources for the...

Changes are necessary for businesses to grow and stay competitive in today’s fast moving market. A change management manager or team needs to focus on how to transition smoothly to meet the organization’s objectives so employees can adapt to a new environment or organizational structure quickly. In this episode, join Stephen Armstrong, host of "Innovation Nation", invites Kathryn Simpson , Certifi...

When was the last time you asked yourself, what do I want to do next? What is the difference between long life learning and lifelong learning? In this episode of Hoda’s Career Info, Dr Ingo Rauth and Dr Norma Dávila , reflect on these questions based on their career journeys. Listen, learn and join Hoda Kilani in her journey to increase everyone’s Career Literacy one interview at a time.    Ingo R...

Curious what it’s like to be a connector within the climate tech industry? In this episode, executive coach and career advisor Erica Mattison interviews Denise Hagen , Partnerships Manager at Greentown Labs , the largest cleantech startup incubator in the US. They discuss how she created a rewarding career and the importance of relationship building and communication in her work. Denise gives advi...

International expansion provides an entirely new market of people that your business or product can serve and can allow your business to significantly grow. It isn't just about selling products outside your country but also sourcing products, materials, skills and partners. In this episode, join Stephen Armstrong, host of "Innovation Nation" and ⁠John Marsh⁠ , CEO of ⁠Manufacturing Systems Corp⁠ ....

“Your network is your net worth!” Dr. Hoda Kilani of Right Career Fit invites Denis Gravelle of Devant , which helps international students in the Canadian job search market, and Marian Bernard , resume expert , on the show to share how their networks got them their next opportunities in their career journey. She explores the interesting and catchy statement that Denis  poses and continues the epi...

How can film and TV professionals stay resilient in their careers? One answer is finding alternative income-generating activities in the face of work inconsistency. Recorded during the US Actors Strike, Mark Franklin speaks with two Entertainment Community Professionals who found alternative income generating work. First, Birgitte Solem shares about her role as a senior consultant at Nerve Strateg...

When most people think of learning, they think of formal education: sitting in rows of chairs and reading from heavy textbooks. However, lifelong learning goes far beyond what you learn inside the classroom. Lifelong learning is a form of self-initiated education that is focused on personal development. Stephen Armstrong from Innovation Nation talks with Bryan Karney , professor of Civil engineeri...

Landscaping is a lot harder than lawn care. Stephen Armstrong of Innovation Nation brings an entrepreneurial story of a father and son partnership that started from a local landscaping and construction company. Their first product was a wheelbarrow with an engine and now some of the equipment they sell weighs over 12000 pounds. His guest, Mahmoud Hudra shares how he utilized transferable skills fr...

Honest feedback built on trust can motivate us to keep going and help us grow. Dr Hoda Kilani is joined by Jo Ayoubi , CEO and co-founder of Track Surveys , who shares valuable information on 360 Degree Feedback, what it means and why you should care about the process. Jo clarifies its value to both job seekers and career coaches. In the second half of the episode, Dave Crumby , Founder of 360 Tal...