Norman Valdez

June 5, 2019

Case Study: Wearing many hats to help a young client find his path

Successfully narrowing down a high schooler’s university choice involves commitment to exploration and to uncovering passions  Hoda Kilani In this recurring Careering feature, career professionals share […]
June 5, 2019

The role of assessment in the development of employability skills

Amid changes in the world of work, it is in the best interests of employers, career development practitioners and educational institutions to help jobseekers develop employability […]
May 30, 2019

Infographic: What’s in your career assessments toolbox?

View PDF here: What’s in your career assessments toolbox? This infographic was also published in the 2019 Summer issue of Career Developments, the National Career Development Association […]
May 30, 2019

Client Side: It’s a small world after all – reflections on a career coaching journey

In this Careering feature, jobseekers reflect on successes and struggles in their career development  When a series of life changes left Debra Thompson at a fork […]
May 30, 2019

New tools for integration: Credential assessment for displaced individuals

Many refugees who arrive in Canada are highly skilled, but have little access to evidence to prove their academic achievements Beatrice Kohlenberg The United Nations estimates […]
May 5, 2019

Finding the pieces, focusing on the patterns and finishing the puzzle

When using multiple assessment tools and strategies, these tips can help weave different elements into a meaningful whole Deirdre A. Pickerell When working with clients, career […]