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Jobboom presents
July 12, 2009 Edition


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Watch your career take off by discovering your natural strengths and talents. It's simple, evaluate your likes and dislikes with one of our many e-Career Fit tests. And now as a special offer to Jobboom.com users, you'll get a reduced rate on the tests of your choice.


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Top salaries
Many people rate their self-worth in how they are compensated for their work and it's always good to know where you stand. While women still struggle with a pay-gap when compared to men, female pharmacists earn the most. For individuals who don't want to be stuck in a stuffy office environment, some of the top paying blue-collar jobs may be a good option.

Do you feel your salary is competitive?
To answer, click here.






Media Watch
Newsworthy
Ubisoft to set up in Toronto
A video game maker will set up a studio in Toronto, offsetting recent losses in manufacturing and offering assembly-line auto-workers a chance to retrain. Read more.
Health/Wellness
Yoga in the workplace
Stress on the job is a given; it's causing high-turnovers, absenteeism and illness. Yoga is an excellent way to become a grounded and focused employee. Read more.
Trendspotting
Prof praises Facebook
According to a Canadian university professor poking people on Facebook may be good for an individual's career and their company's bottom line. Read more.
Jobboom Poll Pub
Do you feel your salary is competitive?

  • Yes, and I earn every penny of it
  • Yes, and I do very little work for it
  • No, but I am due for a raise
  • No, but I am looking for a new job
  • No, but I have lots of free time
  • No, but am able to pay my bills
  • I don't know

To answer, click here.
Q&A
Calculating university tuition costs
The cost of post secondary education in Canada is rising and having a degree is more important than ever. So how much will a university education cost a decade from now? The Tuition Savings Worksheet is an online tool that allows individuals to calculate the cost of tuition, books, student fees, and room and board.

For more ideas, visit the Online Counsellor at CanLearn.
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