In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we’re taking a deep dive into how local employers are being impacted by global trade. Trade uncertainty is causing inflation, higher input costs, and reduced profits. In the release of last week's Labour Force Survey, while economists were expecting the country to create 10,000 new jobs, instead we lost 84,000 jobs. This was one of the worst single month job losses in decades if we don't count the pandemic.
 
#MotivingMondays, is a weekly YouTube series dedicated to help Canadian job developers and other employer engagement professionals develop the tools, resources, expertise and network needed to excel in achieving sustainable employment outcomes for their clients and students.

If you would like to join us LIVE, we meet every Monday morning online with job developers from across Canada to discuss a new topic. Meetings are 30 minutes and start at 8:30 Pacific; 9:30 Mountain; 10:30 Central; 11:30 Eastern; 12:30 Atlantic and at 1pm in Newfoundland and Labrador.

To start your FREE membership in the Canadian Job Development Network, please visit: www.JobDevelopment.org and click our membership tab: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/ieuhtvc 

Video Link: https://youtu.be/7jMB2QPSuNs 
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.JobDevelopment.org

In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we’re taking a different look at International Women’s Day. While most people take the time to celebrate women in our society, is this not overlooking there serious inequity women face in Canada’s labour market. When in Canada earned 88 cents for every dollar earned by men in 2025, leaving a 12 per cent wage gap — a slight improvement from 82 cents nearly three decades ago.
 
When average annual earnings are considered — capturing bonuses, commissions and differences in hours worked — the gap widens sharply: Canadian women earned 72 cents on the dollar in 2023, a 28-per-cent gap, according to Statistics Canada. The latter figure is an improvement from 62 cents 30 years ago.

#MotivingMondays, is a weekly YouTube series dedicated to help Canadian job developers and other employer engagement professionals develop the tools, resources, expertise and network needed to excel in achieving sustainable employment outcomes for their clients and students.

If you would like to join us LIVE, we meet every Monday morning online with job developers from across Canada to discuss a new topic. Meetings are 30 minutes and start at 8:30 Pacific; 9:30 Mountain; 10:30 Central; 11:30 Eastern; 12:30 Atlantic and at 1pm in Newfoundland and Labrador.

To start your FREE membership in the Canadian Job Development Network, please visit: www.JobDevelopment.org and click our membership tab: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/ieuhtvc 

Video Link: https://youtu.be/RSIuWESPSBw 
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.JobDevelopment.org

In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we’re taking deep dive into mentorship; specifically its success rate, challenges, opportunities, and employer attitudes. In 2023, a survey by Harris Poll found 76% of hiring managers believe internal mentorship programs are essential in reducing brain drain. In fact, even those who do not have mentorship programs acknowledge such practices allow employers to upskill and reskill staff (54%), as well as attract prospective employees (31%).

#MotivingMondays, is a weekly YouTube series dedicated to help Canadian job developers and other employer engagement professionals develop the tools, resources, expertise and network needed to excel in achieving sustainable employment outcomes for their clients and students.

If you would like to join us LIVE, we meet every Monday morning online with job developers from across Canada to discuss a new topic. Meetings are 30 minutes and start at 8:30 Pacific; 9:30 Mountain; 10:30 Central; 11:30 Eastern; 12:30 Atlantic and at 1pm in Newfoundland and Labrador.

To start your FREE membership in the Canadian Job Development Network, please visit: www.JobDevelopment.org and click our membership tab: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/ieuhtvc 

Video Link: https://youtu.be/7ZMRWRvK0ks 
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.JobDevelopment.org

In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we’re examining the challenge of getting past low wage employment. Women, single parents, those with disabilities and those with limited education are much more challenged by low-income. People in female lone-parent families (23%), people without a high school diploma (21%), and people who reported they always had limitations in their daily activities (18%) were more at risk of low-income persistence, compared to the overall population.

#MotivingMondays, is a weekly YouTube series dedicated to help Canadian job developers and other employer engagement professionals develop the tools, resources, expertise and network needed to excel in achieving sustainable employment outcomes for their clients and students.

If you would like to join us LIVE, we meet every Monday morning online with job developers from across Canada to discuss a new topic. Meetings are 30 minutes and start at 8:30 Pacific; 9:30 Mountain; 10:30 Central; 11:30 Eastern; 12:30 Atlantic and at 1pm in Newfoundland and Labrador.

To start your FREE membership in the Canadian Job Development Network, please visit: www.JobDevelopment.org and click our membership tab: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/ieuhtvc 

Video Link: https://youtu.be/Mgz8T6MgK-s
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.JobDevelopment.org

In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we’re taking a closer look at perceptions of 'ghost jobs', how common are they and what can people do about them. A recent survey found that 70% of job seekers say being ghosted by an employer – receiving no response after applying or interviewing – impacts their mental health and motivation to continue searching, with 33% describing the impact as significant or severe.

#MotivingMondays, is a weekly YouTube series dedicated to help Canadian job developers and other employer engagement professionals develop the tools, resources, expertise and network needed to excel in achieving sustainable employment outcomes for their clients and students.

If you would like to join us LIVE, we meet every Monday morning online with job developers from across Canada to discuss a new topic. Meetings are 30 minutes and start at 8:30 Pacific; 9:30 Mountain; 10:30 Central; 11:30 Eastern; 12:30 Atlantic and at 1pm in Newfoundland and Labrador.

To start your FREE membership in the Canadian Job Development Network, please visit: www.JobDevelopment.org and click our membership tab: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/ieuhtvc 

Video Link: https://youtu.be/Hqa3DESHGL0 
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.JobDevelopment.org

In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we’re taking a closer look at the growing number of 'contract roles' employers are offering to job seekers rather than traditional employment. The gig economy is not all it's cracked up to be. If someone has been claiming to be an independent contractor and the Canada Revenue Agency determines they are an employee rather than an independent contractor, they risk losing business expense deductions, being denied employment insurance (EI) benefits if the contract ends, and face potential retroactive tax penalties. We'll look at how to navigate these challenges for both employers and job seekers.

#MotivingMondays, is a weekly YouTube series dedicated to help Canadian job developers and other employer engagement professionals develop the tools, resources, expertise and network needed to excel in achieving sustainable employment outcomes for their clients and students.

If you would like to join us LIVE, we meet every Monday morning online with job developers from across Canada to discuss a new topic. Meetings are 30 minutes and start at 8:30 Pacific; 9:30 Mountain; 10:30 Central; 11:30 Eastern; 12:30 Atlantic and at 1pm in Newfoundland and Labrador.

To start your FREE membership in the Canadian Job Development Network, please visit: www.JobDevelopment.org and click our membership tab: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/ieuhtvc 

Video Link: https://youtu.be/ZbxyrMDHo9E  
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.JobDevelopment.org

In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we’re taking a closer look at the challenges of the current job market and what job seekers can do to overcome them. Finding full-time work remains the primary objective for job seekers, with 78% willing to accept full-time positions, while 38% are willing to accept part-time work. Almost one-third (28%) are willing to accept contract or freelance positions, 22% temporary or seasonal positions and 19% entry-level positions. And while job seekers will modify their expectations during difficult times, they should never let fear and doubt diminish what they are capable of accomplishing.

#MotivingMondays, is a weekly YouTube series dedicated to help Canadian job developers and other employer engagement professionals develop the tools, resources, expertise and network needed to excel in achieving sustainable employment outcomes for their clients and students.

If you would like to join us LIVE, we meet every Monday morning online with job developers from across Canada to discuss a new topic. Meetings are 30 minutes and start at 8:30 Pacific; 9:30 Mountain; 10:30 Central; 11:30 Eastern; 12:30 Atlantic and at 1pm in Newfoundland and Labrador.

To start your FREE membership in the Canadian Job Development Network, please visit: www.JobDevelopment.org and click our membership tab: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/ieuhtvc 

Video Link: https://youtu.be/neo9au8P_yw 
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.JobDevelopment.org

In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we’re taking a closer look at disclosing disability. New research from the Conference Board of Canada provides valuable employer and employee insights that can assist us in not only better preparing our clients or students but also support employers in creating a more inclusive workplace. Employees with disabilities typically disclose only when necessary—such as to request accommodation (53.6 per cent), to explain performance issues (50.3 per cent), or to account for absences (42.7 per cent).

#MotivingMondays, is a weekly YouTube series dedicated to help Canadian job developers and other employer engagement professionals develop the tools, resources, expertise and network needed to excel in achieving sustainable employment outcomes for their clients and students.

If you would like to join us LIVE, we meet every Monday morning online with job developers from across Canada to discuss a new topic. Meetings are 30 minutes and start at 8:30 Pacific; 9:30 Mountain; 10:30 Central; 11:30 Eastern; 12:30 Atlantic and at 1pm in Newfoundland and Labrador.

To start your FREE membership in the Canadian Job Development Network, please visit: www.JobDevelopment.org and click our membership tab: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/ieuhtvc 

Video Link: https://youtu.be/R4rLbH9PEp4 
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.JobDevelopment.org

In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we’re talking about the massive changes that have come and are coming to employment standards across the country. Each province and territory is angling to be the most attractive place to live whether for young people, immigrants or those from other parts of Canada and they are introducing worker-friendly standards to encourage this. According to the Canadian Occupational Projection System, less than 50% of our future workforce growth is going to come from young people entering the workforce for the first time. Barely 25-35 per cent of our workforce needs will come from immigrants and that means the other 15-25 per cent will need to come from engaging people who have checked out of the workforce or encouraging people to move from other provinces.

#MotivingMondays, is a weekly YouTube series dedicated to help Canadian job developers and other employer engagement professionals develop the tools, resources, expertise and network needed to excel in achieving sustainable employment outcomes for their clients and students.

If you would like to join us LIVE, we meet every Monday morning online with job developers from across Canada to discuss a new topic. Meetings are 30 minutes and start at 8:30 Pacific; 9:30 Mountain; 10:30 Central; 11:30 Eastern; 12:30 Atlantic and at 1pm in Newfoundland and Labrador.

To start your FREE membership in the Canadian Job Development Network, please visit: www.JobDevelopment.org and click our membership tab: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/ieuhtvc 

Video Link: https://youtu.be/8CD2kM8tbzo
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.JobDevelopment.org

In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we’re talking about generative AI and job development. Is this a threat to your job and if it is, what can you do about it? Humanity is critical to job development but the most successful professionals will be those who embrace both humanity and the new tools AI is providing.

#MotivingMondays, is a weekly YouTube series dedicated to help Canadian job developers and other employer engagement professionals develop the tools, resources, expertise and network needed to excel in achieving sustainable employment outcomes for their clients and students.

If you would like to join us LIVE, we meet every Monday morning online with job developers from across Canada to discuss a new topic. Meetings are 30 minutes and start at 8:30 Pacific; 9:30 Mountain; 10:30 Central; 11:30 Eastern; 12:30 Atlantic and at 1pm in Newfoundland and Labrador.

To start your FREE membership in the Canadian Job Development Network, please visit: www.JobDevelopment.org and click our membership tab: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/ieuhtvc 

Video Link: https://youtu.be/FHMWCjwx95w
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.JobDevelopment.org