CDA Insights

Responding to “I Can’t”: Non-movement in Career Development

Why are some employees unhappy in their work yet unwilling to search for another career? Hearing the words, “I can’t” elicits a variety of responses from the career development professional, who often want to know the reason behind the lack of movement. Client answers to “Why not?” may include “I’m too busy/afraid/needed” or other excuses about financial stain or dependencies, may mask deeper reasons such as lack of confidence or career indecision. Teaching, modeling and over

Feb 163 min read

A Season of Joy: Even in the Workplace

For many, the holidays are celebrated as a season of joy. Given the challenges in the world today, some people are struggling find enjoyment in life. Can work be a place of joy? A CDA Insights article entitled, “ Optimism ” (2020) included a focus on choosing joy. Perhaps people just need a little reminder of the value of seeking joy, much like Scrooge needed to visit his past, present and future to learn about appreciation, kindness, compassion, and generosity - all sources

Dec 15, 20252 min read