
WANTED: Skilled Trades
Some dated and stale clichés and stereotypes take longer to fade than others… like the lingering perception of skilled trades as rough, low-paying, “blue collar” grunt work, especially compared to
Some dated and stale clichés and stereotypes take longer to fade than others… like the lingering perception of skilled trades as rough, low-paying, “blue collar” grunt work, especially compared to
Today, more than ever, it is widely acknowledged that entrepreneurs are slightly different. Important prerequisites for entrepreneurial business success are also different. Entrepreneurship relies on skills that usually cannot be
Business leaders, HR professionals, developers, savvy start-up innovators, workplaces, various industry sectors and even academia are reviewing and re-thinking the relevance and value of conventional degrees and diplomas. While MBAs,
For various reasons, in Alberta and throughout North America, the perception and the option of working in a skilled trade has been devalued, upstaged and until recently, has taken quite
The stats and trends show that, in Edmonton in classrooms or online, getting an MBA is more popular than ever. Despite the familiar disclaimer that work “is just business, not
Embark on a journey through Alberta’s educational landscape, and you’ll discover a vibrant tapestry of innovation, diversity and excellence woven by independent schools. These educational sanctuaries, integral to the province’s
When it comes to skilled trades, especially in the Edmonton region, there’s good news and bad news. The bad news? It is common knowledge, particularly by governments and many businesses,
One of the most profound choices a parent can make to set their child up for success is choosing the right school. In Alberta, independent schools strengthen and expand the
Now, more than ever in Edmonton and throughout North America, training and education are vital in the workplace. Although COVID work disruptions are a factor, the key triggers for the
When it comes to the contemporary, real business world value of MBAs, there are varying schools of thought. Initially, MBAs targeted those who aspired to leadership positions and were a
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