What does volunteering have to do with career management? For that matter, what does volunteering have to do with health? Isn’t it the recipient of volunteerism that benefits? Research indicates that the benefits of volunteering go beyond the recipient and provide multiple benefits to the volunteer. Whether young or old, volunteers can experience improved health […] Read more
Stories by Therri Papp
Career planning needs happiness as destination – Job Fit
Summer is just around the corner, the kids will be out of school soon and it is time to take a breather before the frenzy of harvest. Why not select happiness as your destination this summer? Every year it seems that we get spring fever or the summer itch – a restlessness and eagerness to […] Read more
Proven methods for removing stress – Job Fit
Many people are plagued with stress. It seems to be everywhere and no one is exempt. Whether you are in the workplace, at home or on the farm, at some time stress can cause distraction, short fuses and physical illness. It is caused by factors that make us feel out of control: change, money, attitude, […] Read more
Farm can be a base for innovative non-ag business – Job Fit
The family farm is evolving in Canada and around the globe. Farm families are looking beyond the traditional farming enterprise to generate income. Although we are aware of families seeking income off the farm or learning new skills to improve their farming, other families are looking at agricultural diversification with a twist. They use the […] Read more
Skills, hobbies help create home-based business – Job Fit
Starting your own business is one possibility to consider when looking for ways to make more money. There are a variety of options – storefront businesses, e-businesses, mail order businesses, franchises, distributorships, import-export and manufacturing – but I want to talk about home-based businesses. When considering this option, start by taking inventory of your interests, […] Read more
Listing dreams for new year better than resolutions – Job Fit
We often associate January with renewed hope and new beginnings. As the month begins we also reflect on the past year – 365 days that seemed to evaporate in a blink. We recall treasured memories and we think about the things that we are not happy with and want to change. Out come the paper […] Read more
Employment program offers opportunity to learn – Job Fit
The Canadian Agricultural Skill Service (CASS) program is the perfect opportunity for farmers considering upgrading their skills or learning a new skill. CASS is a federal-provincial initiative designed to assist farmers and their spouses to increase family income by learning new skills or improving existing farm practices. The program offers financial assistance to qualifying farm […] Read more
Helping our children choose the right career – Job Fit
“If we don’t change, we don’t grow. If we don’t grow, we aren’t really living.” – Gail Sheehy Transitional life stages affect career changes and affirm the importance of informed career selections. People should follow their hearts when making career choices. Children often reluctantly follow in a parent’s career footsteps and need our encouragement to […] Read more
Make a plan that sets your goals – Job Fit
“In the long run, men hit only what they aim at.” – Henry David Thoreau Making a career change or starting the business of your dreams can be a daunting prospect. It may require training and education and take some planning. There is also the stark reality of being bound by financial obligations such as […] Read more
Positive frame of mind critical for career and life – Job Fit
“Happiness is not a matter of good fortune or worldly possessions. It’s a mental attitude. It comes from appreciating what we have, instead of being miserable about what we don’t have. It’s so simple – yet so hard for the human mind to comprehend.” – Unknown Author This concept of a positive attitude applies not […] Read more
