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From the Archives: Quick guide to business resources in Hamilton
Thinking of starting a business? Workforce Planning Hamilton first published this brochure in May 2015, which offers information and referrals to local services; information on training opportunities; financing; business incubation; business networking; and shared workspaces.
Tips to think about when starting a business:
1. Don't be in a hurry 2. Visit workplaces that interest you. 3. Meet people from outside of your community whenever you can.
Canada's best (and worst) cities and towns for finding a job right now
Oshawa, Ontario continues to top the nation for hiring markets. Calgary is the largest major city to make the list of worst job markets right now, a direct result of the downturn in the energy sector.
While finding work might be a struggle in some of the harder hit communities, on the bright side, the Canadian national unemployment rate is 6.8%, which is the lowest it has been in over 16 years.
Adapting to change offers one an edge in career advancement
According to a new survey by staffing firm Accountemps, 31 per cent of Canadian CFOs polled said the ability to adapt easily to change is the most necessary characteristic for getting ahead, followed by having a motivation to learn (29 per cent) and strong interpersonal skills (23 per cent).
Perhaps a sign that change really is the only constant, these results are consistent with a 2002 study, when CFOs also cited adaptability to change as the key to success.
Thinking of starting a business? Workforce Planning Hamilton first published this brochure in May 2015, which offers information and referrals to 