7 Recession-Proof Industries
Our economy is constantly being influenced by numerous factors. Although these variables are continually changing, one of the biggest impacts in recent years has been
Our economy is constantly being influenced by numerous factors. Although these variables are continually changing, one of the biggest impacts in recent years has been
Breaking barriers in the music industry isn’t easy, particularly for young women. A recent study by Annenberg Inclusion Initiative at the University of California found that women’s
Adaptability has always been key to staying competitive in the market, according to Martin Reeves and Mike Deimler of the Harvard Business Review. Technology has
Times have changed, and people have evolved from a “work hard” mentality to a “work smart” mindset. Time is money, and efficiency is key. Thanks
Some entrepreneurs want to do right by their communities. For those who do, applying human-centered or community-driven approaches to business is important. The cooperative business
On Friday, Nov. 16, 2022, the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27) was concluded in Sharm El-Sheik, Egypt with a landmark agreement in providing “loss
Technology has long influenced the world of academia, and its most important impact has arguably been the increase in accessibility and availability of information. However,
Since its release in 1977, business people have been trying to force Star Wars references into their lexicon. Most of them are ham-fisted and extended
China’s economy is burgeoning and so is its tech industry, which is in healthy competition with the United States. Just think — some of the
The purpose of life insurance is to serve as a financial protection tool for your loved ones in the event of your death. There are
Anyone with spare time and internet access can start an online business. A successful online business, however, takes perseverance and care. Whatever your product or
Wesley J Hall has established an exceptional reputation through outstanding accomplishments in the business community, in corporate governance, and in handling strategic transaction . In
Millennials simply aren’t purchasing homes at the same rate as previous generations, and it’s not difficult to imagine why. Mortgage rates are at an all-time
As a leader, you want to inspire your employees, customers, and the world with your vision. Managing people and situations and making decisions effectively can
You want it all – the success, the income, the sales, the growth, the know-how. How you get there is another story; you can learn
Rick Dhillon went from property accounting to the lucrative world of real estate in 2005. Now, he’s a successful real estate coach, helping other realtors
The current rate of inflation has mainly been driven by pent-up demand after COVID-19, which has overwhelmed supply and been made worse by unpredictable supply
Fennella Bruce is an accomplished television producer and writer. With over 20 years of journalism experience, she founded a busy media consulting business, FKB Media
For Sam Oosterhoff, growing up on the family farm meant no job was too big or too small. It meant knowing what was required, jumping
On a summer night, a few weeks after college graduation, a group of upper-middle-class friends gathered for a small get-together. One of them uttered, “We’ll
Jasmine Lee always knew she wanted to own property, but when she purchased her first house, the experience with her realtor left her dissatisfied. “She
Have you ever thought about what the super-rich do with their billions? It can be a mind-boggling question, but contrary to what you might think,
The Human Factor in Artificial Intelligence The debate about whether advertising is an art or a science has long been a part of the industry’s
If you enjoy immersing yourself in a good story or have aspired to become a fiction writer, then you need to know about Wattpad —
Marilyn Monroe is a name synonymous with desire, passion, glamour, and beauty. She is remembered for her contribution to cinema; however, she is also remembered
Forbes’ 2022 list of billionaires includes several Black celebrities and titans of media, sports, and business. While their successes loom large, these influential personalities have had
Hon. Dr. Jean Augustine has made history time and time again. In 1993, she became the first Black Canadian woman elected to the House of
“Never be limited by other people’s limited imaginations.” – Dr. Mae Jemison, first African-American female astronaut “In recognizing the humanity of our fellow beings, we
Beri Meric describes IVY, the business networking organization he founded, as “a community that is designed to enable all of its participants to truly bring
When The Honourable David C. Onley took his position as Lieutenant Governor of Ontario in 2007, it was a significant moment for Canadians and especially
Whether or not you run your own business, the idea sparks excitement and fear for many people, and for good reason. The prospect of getting
Good food brings people together; Jesus Gonzalez Rivas Jr. knows this well. When his parents, immigrants from El Salvador, opened their grocery store along with
With the advent of global warming, increased drought, heat waves, and rising sea levels, climate change is on everybody’s mind. Climate change conferences like the
Meghan McPeak’s passion for basketball and broadcasting started at a young age. It continued during her time at Humber College in Canada, where she studied
Despite what President Biden said on 60 Minutes, COVID isn’t over. A quick look at WHO numbers don’t instill the general public with the same
James Bateman has had a unique path — he worked in his family carpentry business for 9 years, went back to school to pursue his
Diana Paredes co-founded Suade Labs in 2014, following a successful career in investment banking at Barclays and Merrill Lynch. After the 2008 financial crisis, a
Cookin is a newly launched, homemade food delivery marketplace by long-time friends and business partners Morley Ivers and Michael Baruch. The platform allows emerging and
Canadian runner Andre De Grasse ran his first race in high school. He impressed former Olympian Tony Sharpe so much that he decided to mentor
When it comes to being productive, most of us probably wish we could step it up a notch or two. But those who successfully accomplish
Jason Kim has had about a decade of experience in start-ups, having founded Taloflow, a software company backed by the prestigious Y Combinator, before launching
It is no surprise that millennial leaders have impacted society, given their current position as the largest generational adult population. Multiple studies and reports have
Carb-free beer, low-cal vodka iced tea, sugar-free white wine spritzers — you know Ace Beverage Group is on the right trajectory with ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages,
David Boone, CEO of Staples Canada, is transforming the Staples brand with tech, innovation, and a vibrant in-store experience. Staples is revolutionalizing how they serve
Downtown Toronto was the epicentre of all things start-up in late June. Thirty-five hundred people convened at Collision Conference, one of the largest tech innovation
Lauren Haw is a real estate professional with a multi-faceted understanding of the industry. Having started by investing in the brokerage company True North Mortgage
Photo caption: Jessica Miao (left) and Chloe Beaudoin (right). Courtesy of Apricotton. Hailing from Western University’s prestigious Ivey Business School, fresh grads Jessica Miao and
Photos courtesy of Dr. John Gray. Times and situations may have changed, yet after three decades, Dr. John Gray is still dispensing enduring wisdom about
Photo courtesy of Giullian Yao Gioiello. Forbes Magazine’s 30 Under 30, Time Magazine’s 30 Under 30 World Changers, and Entrepreneur Magazine’s Young Millionaires are just
Photo courtesy of Meryl Afrika. When Meryl Afrika arrived in Canada from South Africa in 2009, she needed a place where she could access financial
Photo courtesy of Shye Klein. Chris Hadfield, one of the world’s best-known living astronauts, has inspired countless people with his accomplishments that include being the
Photo courtesy of Priya Chopra. The push for more diversity in the workplace began long before the events of 2020. When companies began fore-fronting diversity,
It’s another morning at work… through the elevator door that needs oil, past that slow-moving infernal clock, the faint smell of bitter coffee and carpet
Photo courtesy of Desirée Bombenon. As the CEO of SureCall, a leading business optimization company and contact centre, Desirée Bombenon is continuing to innovate and
Photo courtesy of Leah Goldstein. Leah Goldstein puts the “severe” into persevere. The physical demands and rigours she experienced in life include being a kickboxing
Photo courtesy of Jeffery Bodset. Julie Angus is passionate about many different things, including entrepreneurship, cleantech, and the presence of more women in STEM. She’s
Photo courtesy of Celina Caesar-Chavannes. For Celina Caesar-Chavannes, the former Member of Parliament for the riding of Whitby and former Parliamentary Secretary to the Prime
To say that COVID-19 has had any upside would appear cruel and unsympathetic. The ongoing pandemic has killed some 4.6 million people as of the
The subject of disaggregating the global business cycle (GBC) has been primarily discussed in academic and institutional circles. Disaggregating, or breaking down, this cycle brings
Photo courtesy of Bindu Reddy. The notion of a utopian society powered by artificial intelligence (AI) is what Bindu Reddy envisions for the future. Be
Many up-and-coming start-ups can benefit from participating in accelerator programs, through mentorship, industry insights, and, in many cases, financial support. Accelerators are offered in several
Photo courtesy of Jane J. Wang. Serial entrepreneur, university professor, and cancer research fundraiser, Jane J. Wang is the founder and CEO of Optimity, the
Photo courtesy of Kayla Isabelle. Kayla Isabelle is a force for helping entrepreneurs achieve their goals, creating strong local and national networks for them, and
Photo courtesy of Khushboo Jha. If you’ve looked into buying or investing in the housing market and felt overwhelmed, you’re not alone. Khushboo Jha is
Many of us understand the plight women have faced throughout history. While those in most countries and cultures today have the right to vote, drive,
Nicola Harris is the co-executive director of the Afro Caribbean Business Network (ACBN), a community organizer, and the co-founder of The Centre for Strategic Impact.
Photo courtesy of Denise Lee Yohn. Denise Lee Yohn has cracked the code on achieving brand leadership. An in-demand keynote speaker, best-selling author, and brand
Photo courtesy of Kayla Rocca. Self-made businesswoman Dr. Ann Kaplan is proof positive that yes, you can have it all and do it all if
No two stories are the same when understanding the road to entrepreneurial success. Women quite often face unique experiences in an inherently complex system not
February is Black History Month, which is a time to lift up and celebrate Black writers and thinkers of the past and present. Culture would
Photo courtesy of Susan Chamberlain. A local bookstore is a communal space. Susan Chamberlain runs The Book Keeper in Sarnia, Ontario, and has deep roots
Photo courtesy of Purdeep Sangha. For Purdeep Sangha, coaching and consulting businessmen was a natural choice. From a very young age, seeing his father’s alcoholism
If your company has recently found some success, then you’ll want to follow some of these steps in order to keep that momentum going strong.
Photo caption: From left to right, Michael Wekerle with Andy Curran. Photo courtesy of Michael Wekerle. Featuring Musician and Business Partner Andy Curran There’s no
Photo courtesy of Suraj K. Gupta. While pursuing his MBA at Columbia University, Suraj K. Gupta witnessed many founding teams, especially ones headed by women
With the world opening back up and everyone’s calendars quickly filling up, finding the time to catch up on some work-related reading may not be
Isiah Thomas isn’t merely a basketball legend and NBA Hall of Famer, most famous for his 13-year tenure with the Detroit Pistons (1981-82 through 1993-94),
Kelly J. Lendsay learned to straddle entrepreneurship and social impact from the early days of his career. Launching and running lifesaving and rescue ventures—businesses aimed
If you’ve ever wondered what the key to success is, you’re not alone. Many of us have admired successful people and yearned to know what
When he’s not surfing on the Great Lakes, spending time with family, or working shifts as an emergency department physician at two busy hospitals, Dr.
There are so many opportunities out there for small businesses to grow at sustainable rates in the digital age. Check out some helpful tips here.
Having gone through a difficult family situation in her teen years, Kelsey Boyer was blessed with a strong support system that helped channel her negative
Joan Pierre’s enthusiasm is infectious. She also comes with over three decades of experience working in many different roles as an event planner, designer, consultant,
Dads have had a rough year. COVID-19 undoubtedly changed everything, particularly how people relate to one another. While some may have gotten closer with others
Dr. Joe Vitale is a best-selling author and metaphysician who has written several books on business, marketing, and success, including The Art and Science of Results, Money
International speaker, and arguably one of the world’s most famous congenital amputees, Nick Vujicic once said, “I was never crippled until I lost hope.” This
Dana Canedy knows what it means to be an agent of change. As a journalist, she rose to the top of her field, reaching the
Getting through tough times in business would be a lot less stressful (and much less exciting) in a more predictable world, one where the vagaries
Born in Egypt to an Indian father and a Czech mother, Gautam Nath has travelled to/lived in over 25 countries. In Canada, he sat on
Rich Donovan is the founder and CEO of Return on Disability Group, a company dedicated to helping companies strategize how to engage with customers and
Dax Dasilva found his calling and changed his life by doing what all good entrepreneurs do: he found a need in a market, and he
David Takayoshi Suzuki is a Canadian geneticist, academic, science broadcaster, environmental activist, and widely-recognized world leader in sustainable ecology. His numerous awards and commendations include:
With a surprising start on a farm without electricity, you wouldn’t have expected BC’s Ryan Holmes to grow into a successful tech entrepreneur. But the
Author, speaker, entrepreneur, mother-of-five and fitness enthusiast; Susan believes that we can truly have it all. You have been an entrepreneur since you were 11
Leadership, change and innovation comes with a deep understanding of knowing where your strength and weaknesses lie as a leader. This is the expert advise
Born and raised in India, Vikram Vij’s love affair with food started at an early age; he began cooking when he was just 10 years
The best entrepreneurs provide their client base with an array of avenues for communication. With the emergence of streaming platforms such as YouTube and SoundCloud,
Up until a few years ago, not only did people share almost every post and tweet they found the least bit interesting, they would routinely
Demetrius Harmon, formerly known by his social media moniker “MeechOnMars,” wants to change what it means to be an influencer. The term, which commonly refers
A lot of people would attribute the opportunities they’ve received to who they know. Who you know matters both in business and in life. Whether
Do you dread getting up in the morning to start your workday? Feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or detached from your professional and personal life are common
For many working and busy moms, multi-tasking has become that much more of a challenge these days, made worse by lockdown and isolation. Between the
Tonya Williams is an award-winning actress, best known for her long-running role on the iconic soap opera The Young and the Restless. In addition to
There’s a universal understanding that exercise plays an important part in achieving and maintaining good health. Working out benefits people physically, mentally, and even emotionally,
If you want to get rich – or at least live comfortably – you need to make your money work for you. While stuffing your
Joseph Neale learned about overcoming obstacles at a young age. When he was barely out of his teens, his promising musical career – and his
Dennis Mitchell had always dreamed of the day he’d be scoring touchdowns as a pro football player. But he learned that sometimes in life, much
Althea Clarke moved to Canada when she was a child and built her own success story. After earning certificates in business operations and hairstyling, she
I frequently meet people who struggle with accomplishing goals in their lives, and yet they always begin by saying, “Tomorrow I will start.” Sadly, these
Jan Kestle is Founder and President of Environics Analytics and has been a leader in the marketing information industry for more than forty years. Jan
Some might say that it’s easy to be on stage and perform well, particularly if you are motivated (as I am) by public accountability. If
The Toronto Raptors shocked the sports world by winning the NBA Championship in June, but any devoted basketball fan will tell you that there wasn’t
If success is the goal for your small or medium-sized business, then you need to create a positive company culture. Company culture is your organization’s
It’s impossible to get to the top – or anywhere else for that matter – without listening to suggestions or advice. When you’re put in
When it comes to achieving success, many driven individuals focus solely on the upward climb and ignore what happens along the way – as well
Our professional lives sometimes play out as endless days of meetings, deadlines, and commutes, leaving little time for fun, let alone an opportunity to focus
Google the phrase “How to live life to the fullest” and you’ll get pages of websites offering plenty of suggestions. While the authors have different
When The Edge: A Leader’s Magazine first asked me to write a column on goal-setting and the importance of having a positive attitude in life, I’ll admit
A wise man once said that failure is a stepping stone to success. Becoming an entrepreneur is not an easy task, but one thing that
Is your boss constantly asking you to work overtime? Do coworkers asking you for help prevent you from completing your own work? Do you often
You know that you should eat better and exercise more. But there’s also a force pulling you in the other direction. That force is chocolate
In all relationships, it’s inevitable that, at some point, someone will offend the other party. All healthy relationships have a “release valve” or a way
We’re back at work, and the holiday cheer, festive feelings, and relaxed work atmosphere are slowly drifting into memory as we charge into a
Leadership is an oft-defined and widely studied concept. A cursory search of popular leadership quotes will produce definitions such as, “A leader is a
The holiday season is a time for joy and family, spending time with loved ones to celebrate what matters most, and general merriment. From
Jan Kestle is Founder and President of Environics Analytics and has been a leader in the marketing information industry for more than forty years.
Using his decades of experience building multiple million-dollar businesses, Colin Sprake imparts valuable lessons to entrepreneurs through his talks, books, and coaching. He founded
One of the most important skills you can incorporate into your life is time management. Whether you’re trying to catch the next bus or
Jamie Kern Lima built herself a global makeup brand and empire with IT Cosmetics. The makeup brand, which was later acquired by L’Oréal for
Living a happy life is as easy as being grateful. Gratitude has been shown to improve various aspects of life, including health, daily satisfaction,
Arguably one of the most successful and well-known endurance athletes of his day, it’s David Goggins’ mindset that truly sets him apart from most
Chandra K. Clarke is an author, journalist, and entrepreneur who launched her own business, the professional online proofreading service Scribendi, in 1997, with her
If you wake up dreading your workday, you’re not alone. According to the Mental Health Commission of Canada, 70% of Canadians are concerned about the
Jane Goodall’s name will forever be synonymous with the incredible work she’s done for chimpanzees and the environment. It wasn’t quick and easy activism,
“Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over
“It is not the child who is at fault – the Kumon Method is based on the conviction that it is not the child who
As businesses continue to strategize about growing in size and strength, finding and retaining employees is a crucial factor. Many companies look at hiring
Stormy Wellington has been called the “Queen of MLM [multi-level marketing]”, a self-made success story whose ambition and determination helped transform her from a
Overcoming the Fear of Public Speaking Thinking back to our school years, most of us can remember a time when we had to do
Afailure is not always a mistake, it may simple be the best one can do under the circumstances. The real mistake is to stop
Author and minister for over 40 years, Reverend Charles Swan reminisces on what inspires him and how he continues to serve after so many years.
Born and raised in California and trained at New York’s prestigious Julliard School, Jessica Chastain uses her fame to try to make a difference
In Death of a Salesman, the classic play by Arthur Miller, the story centres on Willy Loman, family breadwinner and failing salesman. His character
Pranav Sood, CEO of Trellis, a cannabis seed-to-sale software provider for cultivators, extractors, and distributors, hopes the young company’s first foray into the cannabis
As a leader, you want to inspire your employees, customers, and the world with your vision. Managing people and situations and making decisions effectively
We all could learn a thing or two from Roxane Gay. She’s an outspoken, queer-black-female-fat activist and author of several best-sellers, including Difficult Women,
Setting up a charity makes good business sense. While many business owners and entrepreneurs often make charitable contributions throughout the year, setting up your
Silas Adekunle is living the entrepreneur’s dream. He started his own company while he was in his 20s, raised millions in funding, and made
Gone are the days when successful companies were only interested in employee production —large gains with immediate results. Case in point: the undeniable success
As a busy and successful entrepreneur, there are times when you must give presentations, even if you secretly hate them. In nature, all eyes
James Malinchak is a successful motivational speaker, business coach, and author, and was featured on the ABC reality TV show, Secret Millionaire. The “Big
Taking your business to the next level is the dream for many entrepreneurs and business owners. You’ve done the work to establish yourself in
Deena Varshavskaya is the founder and CEO of Wanelo, an online database where individuals can shop from a variety of stores, much like a
“Excellence is an art won by training and habituation. We do not act rightly because we have virtue or excellence, but we rather have
Under Linda L. Franco’s leadership, a small and risky idea grew and developed to become an international sensation. It all began when fashion student
Popular sci-fi TV shows like HBO’s Westworld and Netflix’s Altered Carbon explore ideas of what it means to be human in a world of
You want it all – the success, the income, the sales, the growth, the know-how. How you get there is another story; you can