What is that "one thing"

In the news this week I heard about a new book recently published called “The One Thing http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/16256798-the-one-thing. One of its basic premises is each day you have to determine as the authors recommend what is the one thing you can do that will make the other things easier and/ or unnecessary. I have been practicing this technique the last few days ;and it has reduced a lot of stress and effort for me. This book is well worth reading for both your career and personal life.

Finding your niche....

Here is my version for a definition of NICHE.... N- a new growth trend I -Individually customized to a labour market need C-Continuous and steady growth predicted for this trend- both for the present and future H- a Heartfelt and committed interest on your part E- Excites you and others For those with their own business In your niche marketing, make sure your market and business plan incorporates social responsibility, and is ecologically and environmentally conscious—then you can plan for profit with these two important factors in mind.

Olympic Fever

The Olympics begin on the 27th... this Friday... We, the world, can see first hand the truth of the statement--- you are the power of your dreams-- by all those who are participating and who have worked so hard to get there. Let us experience the Olympic spirt they will personify and exercise it in our daily personal and professional lives. Let the Games begin!

Some new sites to check out

Great place to learn new stuff for those life- long learners out there- Independent Learning Centre-- www.ILC.org

Defend your reputation at this site-- reputation.com

For career resources and educational resources, go to iTunes and Youtube educational libraries

New sites for job and career planning

Here below are some new sites to check out for your career plan and job search:


1-Frasers.com- is an interesting site because it is a directory of Canadian manufacturing companies- a good one for research.


2- You can also take an inside look at companies and jobs through glassdoor.com. This site has tips for interviews and other great material for job search and the like.

3-Branchout.com is a different kind of site for career networking.

Good luck!

Tips on maintaining your professional profile

To maintain your professional profile, remember to continually update your status on LinkedIn, your business profile on Facebook and Plaxo. Answer questions when you can and try to connect with those you can mentor or can mentor you.

Also, develop and maintain a professional blog at blogspot.com and wordpress.com

Good luck..

Sites for business research and trends

A new year means new beginnings and that also means new research re: career and business trends.

Here are some great sites for business research and trends. You can also subscribe to ezines from them, when they are avaiable and timely updates.. Good luck

www.forbes.com

www.economist.com

www.canadianbusiness.com

www.businessweek.com

www.canada.com

Joining the Digital Revolution

The 21st century is ushering in the Digital World—gradually shifting from the analog world.. Even Canada is getting onboard building its national Digital Media Action Plan across the spectrum. One example is the Canadian Digital Media Network.

Universities are also now exploring Digital Media opportunities by blending together liberal arts, computer science and business marketing.

Likewise we need to have a Digital Media Plan for our career. Most positions are now found through such social networking sites as LinkedIn and Facebook. As such, it is crucial that we map out a strategy for our Digital Media Action Plan and consciously implement it with all our actions and updates on these sites, along with the other business and career apps that these sites offer.

Furthermore, in our current knowledge economy, we need to focus on sensitivity,intuition and willingness to collaborate. These factors have to be an integral part of our digital media strategy and part of our personal brand.
.Workopolis is also leveraging the power of the net & digital social media to help companies find new talent . In fact, Workopolis has redesigned its site offering a new service called Employer Brand Optimizer .

Workopolis audience numbers is about 15 million potential employees with the help of Facebook and Twitter—once again showing the power of Digital Social Media in action.



Moreover, Facebook has recently developed a career app that is making strides in developing and promoting your professional portfolio. LinkedIn also has updated its professional follow of companies apps.

Those persons who fail to join the Digital Generation – Revolution will fall behind in the competitive workplace and professional world of the 21st century.

Radio Canada on the Internet-- a great research resource

Radio Canada is a leader in Internet TV --Tou.TV--get full programming, catchup viewing and simultaneously webcasting.

Use this resource to keep up with the news for your career research and planning.

Construction and Our Green Economy

Construction workers in “our greening economy” will be able to get jobs retrofitting homes to make them more efficient.

This, along with the $1350,00- $1500.00 rebate from the federal government in tax credits if you spend a specified amount improving your residence, makes construction an even more desirable occupation.

Hail "the Green Movement"

Seeking jobs of the futures in trades and in other occupations? Then, look to those occupations that embrace “the green economy”.

We can now see a strong movement toward creating environmentally sustainable energy sources.

Yes, you can meld a strong economy with a healthy environment- they can coexist quite well with strategic planning and collaboration from all parties and stakeholders.

In the field of trades, the green movement will open up a lot of jobs for electricians, iron and steel workers, construction workers, and sheet metal workers.