In this episode of Beginner Women, host Katharine Cornfield is joined by Maureen McCann, founder of ProMotion Career Solutions a BC-based company that helps people get unstuck from unhappy careers by promoting their natural aptitudes, talents, and experiences to land jobs they truly love. An expert in resume writing and job search tactics, Maureen works with executives across Canada to power their next career step.

Listen in as Katharine and Maureen discuss value of career development for young women, the importance of experiential learning, and what it will really take to thrive in the future of work. Filled with practical, actionable insights, this episode will empower the parents, educators and allies as they guide the beginner women in their lives towards independence.

Episode Highlights:

• Learn what career development means, why it’s relevant for young women, and what the Wizard of Oz has in common with career professionals.
• Learn about the importance of ‘watching for the spark,’ exposing girls to their areas of interest, and how experiential learning builds confidence.
• Hear how Maureen’s daughter’s request for a data plan led them to resume writing and discover the exact steps she followed to help her daughter find her first job.
• Discover the 3 key people every high school student should meet before they graduate and how the role of guidance counsellors has changed.
• Hear why the future of work shouldn’t spell fear, what skills will really matter, and how to ensure the #beginnerwomen you know are prepared.

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