My workday consists of assisting unemployed jobseekers prepare for employment. Whether discussing resume applicant tracking systems, or providing advice about LinkedIn Profiles, there is often a common theme among everyone: the decision to abandon career dreams cultivated as a youth, or to adapt to present circumstances.

Many newcomers encounter this theme when struggling to find employment, however, many 10th generation Canadians such as myself have lived through this career crossroads or turning point moment too. 

I am originally from Vancouver, B.C. and when I graduated from High School in the early 1970’s my dream was to fly away on a jet plane to Hollywood to become the world’s most famous actress and screenwriter. I didn’t get very far.  I travelled by transit across the city and studied acting at Studio 58, Western Canada’s prestigi