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Cool Careers
Cool Careers is the place to read informational interviews with professionals with a wide variety of careers. Read a few and gain a perspective that goes beyond a person's resume or generic job description. If you've ever wondered about careers in other areas - read on!
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Interview with Dan Trommater: Leadership Keynote Speaker, Toronto, ON
"I get the added reward of not only giving that sense of wonder – but having it cause a change in the way my clients think that will improve their lives and the lives of others around them."
1. How would you describe...
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Interview with Steven Turner: Coffee Shop Owner, Toronto, ON
"You build it, you make it work. People come through the door as much for you as they do for the coffee. You can make a difference."
1. How would you describe what you do?
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Interview with Tanya Buchanan: Voiceover Talent Agent and Voice Actor, Toronto, ON
"Most people think that having a good voice makes a great voice actor but that NEVER is the case. Your voice is an instrument and needs to be trained as such."
1. How would you describe what you do?
As a...
Interview with David Anderson: Illustrator and Cartoonist, Toronto, ON
"I love the creative process and being able to produce a visual hook that will draw people to products as diverse as a bottle of wine, an editorial opinion or a children’s story."
1. How would you describe what you do?
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Interview with Donna Wilding: Recent Career Change from Art Producer to Yoga Instructor, Toronto, ON
"Having made the change and being in the midst of building my new business I know that there is nothing to fear. I am in control of what I do and have many places to go for support when I need it."
1. How...
Interview with Barb Lebo: Owner, Lebo Media Services, Toronto, ON
"I always ask the question: 'What are you doing to invest in yourself?'”
1. How would you describe what you do?
I own an advertising agency. My company assists our clients (e.g. pharmaceutical...
Interview with Lorie Tokola: Star Director, Independent Silpada Designs Representative, Silpada Designs, Fine Sterling Silver Jewellery, ON
"I love that this is a 'fun and happy business' type of work."
1. How would you describe what you do?
There are three...
Interview with Lionel Félix: Executive Producer, Toronto International Flamenco Festival, Toronto, ON
"You have to have a passion for your subject, in my case Flamenco, and the ability to develop strong relationships is key in this line of work."
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Interview with Steve Weiss, PhD.: Educator, International Business with focus on International Negotiations, Schulich School of Buisness, York University, Toronto, ON
"I remain fascinated with the impact of individuals’ personalities on negotiation and with the dynamic...
Interview with Rabbi Karen Thomashow: Associate Rabbi, Holy Blossom Temple, Toronto, ON
"Being with people in a very meaningful way, particularly in difficult times of their lives is challenging. That said, it is something I take great pride in. It is a challenge in that it requires all of my strength...
