Many job seekers won’t like the following: When you’re not selected for an interview, for subsequent interviews, or hired, chances are the hiring manager didn’t think you’d be a value-add to the company. When a hiring manager considers a candidate, especially during the interview phase, they ask themselves four essential questions: The fourth question is the determining factor;… Read More »
Down syndrome, a genetic condition caused by an extra copy of chromosome 21, affects individuals worldwide at varying rates. In 2019, the global age-standardized prevalence stood at approximately 21.51 per 100,000 people, underscoring its widespread impact. Some regions, such as Southern Latin America and Western Europe, report significantly higher rates—around 65 cases per 100,000—highlighting the influence of maternal… Read More »
Social media amplifies the fact that people will quibble over anything. LinkedIn isn’t immune to this type of, for lack of a better word, “engagement.” The latest quarrelling is over whether or not 80% of all jobs aren’t advertised, the estimated (keyword) size of the hidden job market, an estimate that’s been tossed around for as long as… Read More »
“The devil is in the details” is an idiom highlighting how small details can significantly affect the outcome of something and that attention to detail is the difference between something good and something great. This phrase captures the essence of job search success. A misplaced decimal point on a financial spreadsheet will result in inaccurate reporting. It only… Read More »
With the advent of spring, “hope springs eternal in the human breast” again as English poet Alexander Pope wisely expressed in his 1732 poem An Essay on Man. I say rightly so. It feels like a primordial urge within every man which keeps us going on no matter the challenges. With this in mind and heart, I proceed… Read More »
You know what’s cheap to give in abundance? Criticism. Hence, the idiom “Everyone is a critic”—magnified by everyone having a smartphone—and why no statues have been erected in honour of critics. Social media platforms, intended to encourage sharing and interaction, have turned us into keyboard warriors, relentlessly expressing unsolicited opinions and tearing others down. Whether it’s your grandma… Read More »
A watershed, also known as a drainage basin, is an area where all precipitation collects and drains into a common outlet, such as a river, lake, or bay. These natural systems vary in size and encompass diverse landscapes, including forests, mountains, and urban areas. Watersheds play a vital role in supplying water for drinking, agriculture, and industry. They… Read More »
Recently, while waiting in my doctor’s office, I found myself scrolling through my Facebook feed. I stumbled upon a meme that read, “All this arguing over my invisible man is more important than your invisible man.” It struck me how social media has amplified our access to a wide range of opinions, judgments, and conspiracy theories, which entangle… Read More »
Charity fraud has become a growing issue in Toronto, with scammers exploiting vulnerabilities in traditional donation models, leading to nearly $400 million in losses in 2023 alone. Fraudsters impersonate contractors, create fake invoices, and divert funds, eroding donor trust and damaging charitable organizations. The need for a more transparent and efficient giving system is urgent, and decentralized giving—powered… Read More »
Unplanned pregnancies remain a public health and social issue in Canada, particularly in cities like Toronto. While statistics show a decline in unintended pregnancies, approximately 50% of pregnancies in Canada are still unplanned. Between 1990 and 2019, unintended pregnancy rates increased, though abortion rates declined. In Toronto, the pregnancy rate among women aged 15 to 49 has decreased… Read More »