The One About Careers

Thanks so much for tuning into this episode in which we talk about various kinds of education and questions to ask prior to enrolling in any specific program.  Besides what subject matter an individual wants to learn more about, a key question needs to be asking why someone wants to enrol in a specific program.  Most of the time, individuals want a job afterwards but they don’t actually investigat...

Thanks so much for tuning into this episode where we introduce the idea that we are born with strengths of personality and values.  You are likely to have higher job satisfaction when you are using three to five of your top strengths.  Personality temperament can also give us suggestions for the kinds of environment in which we will thrive.   Here’s the Via Character Strengths Assessment that Devo...

In this episode, we continue our conversation about how interests can help inform your career choices. In this case, though, we're talking less about subjects and more about the three main categories of work: data, people and things (AKA, head, heart and hands). How do you know what you prefer? How do the three categories combine in different kinds of work? Why does this matter as much as sub...

This is the first of two episodes where we talk about how your interests can help inform your career decisions. Turns out, it's not as straightforward as "I like hockey, so I'm going to be a hockey player." And it's also not as straightforward as "I don't like math, so anything to do with math is off limits to me." That's why this is a two-parter! In th...

Smart cookies come in many shapes and sizes! Too often, our teens rule out different careers because they deem themselves "not smart enough." But how can you be not smart enough when there are different types of intelligence? This week on The One About Careers, we talk about multiple intelligence theory and how your teen's type of intelligence will likely influence the kinds of care...

It turns out, values are a major player when it comes to making career choices that fit you. Values can also be pretty tricky to define. They can shift over time, and we often don't know what we value until something forces us to see those values. Some areas we hit on: Why values are so critical to career decisions Where will values show up in your work? How do you figure out your values? Lin...

What the heck are aptitudes? Are they different from skills? Do aptitude tests really help with career choices? Can your aptitudes change over time? These are just a few of the questions we're talking about this week on The One About Careers.

Where do skills fit into career decisions? This one seems obvious, but we throw a lot of terms around when we talk about skills: hard skills, soft skills, technical skills, employability skills, transferable skills...the list goes on. Does education give students all the skills they need to transition into the workplace? What skills matter most when it comes to professional success? How can you as...

Haven't we already talked about money? YES. But money is a major reason WHY we work, it's also a motivator for making individual career decisions. The education programs and fields we choose, the companies we work for, and how much our jobs support other areas of our lives. TikTok link referenced in the episode: https://www.tiktok.com/@loewhaley/video/7241579741168291078?lang=en

Does your age impact the kinds of career choices you make? ABSOLUTELY! Join us for Episode 5, where we talk about ages and stages and how they change your perspectives and impact your career choices. Why does this matter to teens? In short, because what feels important now will change over and over again throughout their careers. Added bonus: it turns out that we both think that work-life balance...

Thanks so much for tuning into our fourth podcast episode in which we discuss the concept of passion in careers. We both agree that not everyone needs to be passionate about their work, and we caution against overselling the idea of passion, especially to young individuals. We emphasize the importance of finding satisfaction in work and how passion can be a means to an end rather than the primary...

Thanks so much for tuning into our very first podcast episode, where we kick off the conversation about the reasons people work, specifically focusing on money. We emphasize the importance of teaching young people about money, considering a total compensation package, and the impact money can have on life in general. Here’s the link to the Devon's blog post about money. Here’s the link to the...

Thanks so much for tuning into our second podcast episode in which we discuss the topic of meaning in work. We explore how the concept of meaning in work can vary among individuals, touching on different age groups and the perception of money versus purpose. We emphasize that meaning in work is a highly personal and evolving aspect of one’s career, debunking the notion that it must fit into a bina...

Thanks so much for tuning into our third podcast episode where we explain the career development process, emphasizing that it’s not a linear path, but, rather, a cyclical journey. We discuss the importance of self-assessment, researching career options, making a decision, and evaluating that decision, which suggests that career exploration is not a “one and done” process, but one that is continuou...

Welcome to The One About Careers, the career podcast for adults living with, working with or mentoring teens who are navigating life after high school. Our goal with this podcast is to help you help your teens make informed education and career decisions by providing quality information and resources. Join Devon and Sarah-Jane for weekly, bite-sized conversations covering various aspects of career...