Career Planning

Canon Triggers Employee Self-Discovery Strategy  by Nicole Elsley

Even in a tough economic climate, organizations can stay focused on providing satisfying career paths for their employees. In this illuminating case study, Canon Australia shows how their career enrichment program results in worthwhile outcomes for employees and employer alike.

Career Sustainability  by David Rock

More and more people today are making radical changes in what they do for a living. A recent study found that 23 percent of Australians over 30 had taken a significant financial loss in order to improve their quality of life. David Rock looks at what it takes to build a sustainable career.

Using Career Enhancement Tools to Become More Successful in Business
   by Joyce Jackson

Every career can use a boost from time to time. Salaries can increase and job outlooks look better when career enhancement tools are used to benefit the person who needs several things working in their favor in the workplace. Career enhancement tools vary but one thing is clear and that’s the success you can realize by using career enhancement tools.

Bouncing Back from "Bad" Feedback  by Julie Cohen

Feedback has an effect on you whether you're receiving it from an annual performance review, a 360 feedback assessment, or a seemingly well-intentioned comment from a supervisor or colleague. In some instances, the new information rolls off your back with all of the other data you process each day; other times you can use it to change behaviors, improve performance or enhance business results. A challenge can arise when the feedback seems ill-intentioned, doesn't come with support or direction, completely surprises you, addresses a very sensitive issue, or seems just plain wrong.

Career Enrichment as a Lever to Lift Employee Engagement  by Pamela Frost

Employees today are expecting more from their jobs and their careers. Economic downturns only add fuel to the flame within people’s hearts as they search for more meaning in their work. In an age in which competitive pressure is always on the increase, what part can career enrichment play in leading us towards a more motivated and committed workforce? Read this article to find out.

Preparing for a Career Change  by Yulin Peng

The time has come for a career change. You wish to switch careers and it's the only thing on your mind these days. If you are on the edge of changing careers, here are a few things you may want to do to get more clarity on your thought process.