Motivating Mondays

Motivating Mondays

Christian Saint Cyr

Episodes 46
Avg. Duration 12m
Activity Highly Active
Since Mar 2025
Latest Episode Feb 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
82%
Hosting
feeds.buzzsprout.com

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About This Podcast

Weekly discussion for Job Developers about best practices in building relationships with local employers.

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Recent Episodes

S2E46 4 mentorship pathways to employment -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 46

Feb 23, 2026 12m

In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we’re taking deep dive into mentorship; specifically its success rate, challenges, opportunities, and employer attitudes. In 2023, a survey by Harris Poll found…

S2E45 What it takes to escape persistent low-income employment -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 45

Feb 17, 2026 15m

In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we’re examining the challenge of getting past low wage employment. Women, single parents, those with disabilities and those with limited education are much more…

S2E44 What can we do about 'ghost jobs'? -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 44

Feb 09, 2026 9m

In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we’re taking a closer look at perceptions of 'ghost jobs', how common are they and what can people do about them. A recent survey found that 70% of job seekers…

S2E43 Contractors vs. Employees: Navigating the pitfalls and perils -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 43

Feb 02, 2026 13m

In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we’re taking a closer look at the growing number of 'contract roles' employers are offering to job seekers rather than traditional employment. The gig economy…

S2E42 Overcoming doubt and thriving in job search -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 42

Jan 26, 2026 15m

In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we’re taking a closer look at the challenges of the current job market and what job seekers can do to overcome them. Finding full-time work remains the primary…

S2E41 Inclusive strategies for supporting people experiencing disability -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 41

Jan 19, 2026 11m

In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we’re taking a closer look at disclosing disability. New research from the Conference Board of Canada provides valuable employer and employee insights that can…

S2E40 Staying on top of the 2026 changes to Employment Standards -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 40

Jan 12, 2026 14m

In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we’re talking about the massive changes that have come and are coming to employment standards across the country. Each province and territory is angling to be…

S2E39 A.I. is coming for our jobs: are you prepared? -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 39

Jan 05, 2026 15m

In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we’re talking about generative AI and job development. Is this a threat to your job and if it is, what can you do about it? Humanity is critical to job…

S1E38 How job developers need to take time to recuperate -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 38

Dec 22, 2025 6m

In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we’re talking about the importance of finding time to take a breath, refocus and re-energize going into a time of uncertainty. According to a recent Ipsos poll,…

S1E37 Organizing a 'Recruitment and Retention Strategy Day' -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 37

Dec 15, 2025 13m

In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we’re talking about a strategy for engaging employers that reinforces your expertise and builds your credibility. We're encouraging you to organize an…

S1E36 Pay transparency is a key factor for most job seekers -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 36

Dec 08, 2025 11m

In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we’re looking at new evidence which suggests job seekers will complete bypass any jobs which fail to post a salary. Employers are losing many candidates simply…

S1E35 An employer engagement strategy that will change your life -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 35

Dec 01, 2025 12m

In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we’re talking about the self-defeating challenges of directing your clients to job postings and a new strategy that doesn’t focus on job postings at all.…

S1E34 Seeking out the benefits of ‘Holiday Hiring’ -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 34

Nov 24, 2025 9m

In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we take a closer look at the benefits of pursuing seasonal employment for those wanting long-term jobs. According to recruitment firm Cadient, "the percentage…

S1E33 How will Budget 2025 impact job search and employers? -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 33

Nov 17, 2025 16m

In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we discuss take a closer look at Budget 2025; specifically the impacts to employers, job seekers and career development organizations. Did you know the federal…

S1E32 Overcoming discrimination against those with disabilities -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 32

Nov 10, 2025 13m

In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we discuss the feelings of discrimination many disabled job seekers are experiencing and the supports we can provide to address this with both employers and job…

S1E31 The Benefits of Attending Cannexus 26 for Job Developers -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 31

Nov 03, 2025 15m

In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, I had an opportunity to interview Sharon Ferriss, Senior Director, Marketing and Communications, with CERIC. We discussed plans for #Cannexus26 and the benefits…

S1E30 Developing a strategy to engage and recruit Gen Z -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 30

Oct 28, 2025 16m

In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we’re partially looking at some of the challenges youth face in the job market, but our main thought is that this is the generation which will inherit the…

S1E29 Salary is increasingly being tied to skills -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 29

Oct 14, 2025 9m

In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we’re looking at new research suggesting employers are increasingly connecting wages and wage increases to skills. According to the brand new 2026 Canada Salary…

S1E28 Creating an employer engagement strategy addressing the elimination of Temporary Foreign Workers -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 28

Oct 06, 2025 12m

In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we are talking about calls to end the Temporary Foreign Worker Program and whether this can form a job development strategy we can utilize for marketing our…

S1E27 'Open Hiring' can rebalance the recruitment process -- #MotivatingMondays Episode 27

Sep 29, 2025 11m

In this episode of #MotivatingMondays, we are talking a new trend called ‘Open Hiring’ – where employers hire people: First Come / First Hire; no resume; no formal interview; no reference checks.…

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