Many great upskilling organizations on the ground can help employers source great talent, while enabling workers to stay ahead of the learning curve. At Palette Skills, our experience shows at least five reasons your business should be partnering with upskilling organizations.
In the past six years, nearly 300,000 digital tech jobs have emerged in Canada, driving innovation and offering opportunities. However, many businesses struggle to find skilled talent for digital transformation. That’s why upskilling Canadians is crucial. Upskill Canada connects workers with training for tech roles, supported by federal funding. Check out these available programs to start your career in digital tech today!
The Data Analyst and Programmer stream of the Automation & Digital Agriculture Specialist Program focuses on analyzing and utilizing data to drive insights and innovation in the agricultural sector. Professionals entering this stream bring along an aptitude for programming, mathematics and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Securing Canada’s competitive advantage in biomanufacturing will require rapidly upskilling talented Canadians so that our innovative biotech enterprises can thrive. And that’s where Canada’s Upskilling for Industry Initiative comes in.
The Agribusiness and Sales stream of the Automation & Digital Agriculture Specialist Program focuses on the business and management aspects of the agricultural industry. Professionals in this stream learn how to navigate the intersection of agriculture and business operations.
B2B (Business-to-business) tech sales can be tricky. This blog breaks down five common challenges sales teams often face. From making complex decisions to dealing with resistance to change, we have practical tips to help you overcome these issues. Let’s tackle these obstacles together and make B2B tech sales a bit easier!
Upskill Canada, powered by Palette Skills, announced its partnership with Canada Learning Code in November 2023. In just a few weeks, the program is actively running.
It may not surprise you to learn that two of the biggest challenges facing newcomers to Canada are closely related. On the one hand, newcomers face obstacles when it comes to finding employment. But another issue for newcomers is getting work that utilizes the skills they have. Some estimates show that recent immigrants face an unemployment rate that is fully 1% higher than Canadians born in the country.
If you live in the prairie provinces, there’s never been a better time to get started with a career transition to B2B (business-to-business) tech sales. That’s because tech is changing everything on the Canadian prairie. From sophisticated digital and precision applications in the world of agriculture, to innovative start-ups in cities like Lethbridge, Saskatoon and elsewhere, technology is changing lives and creating opportunities.
“The program brings together employers with participants so they can find solutions that right now are still not being solved properly in the industry. We work really hard on giving participants all the skills they need to not just connect with industry hiring managers, but also learn how to build networks”, said Ednali Fertuck-Zehavi, the Automation and Digital Agriculture Specialist Program Manager at Palette Skills.
If you’ve been wondering how to be a part of BC’s tech revolution, the great news is that there’s a place for you, even if you don’t have a tech background, or a degree in software engineering. One of the most attractive aspects of a technology sales career is the potential for substantial financial rewards.
B2B tech sales is a great career choice for people who love solving problems. Great companies need people who can understand the needs of business, and help them find the right solutions.
It’s easy to take the skills required to be a great business development representative (BDR) for granted, but in today’s competitive and online business world, it’s worth taking a look at some critical marketing skills that will set you apart as a sales professional.
When they work together, nonprofits can share knowledge, amplify impact, and help create a more connected Canada.
As a tech entrepreneur and manager, it’s in your interest to make sure you and your workforce are surrounded by, and are contributing to, a great learning culture. Palette Skills looks at why and tells you how!
HiredHippo is a wildly successful recruitment platform that uses sophisticated tech to connect the right people to the right jobs. Talent that joins SalesCamp will have exclusive access to HiredHippo services and get matched with the top high growth companies.
At Palette Skills, we believe that great skills make the difference when it comes to a successful career in tech sales. And we also believe that you can learn them all!
Women re-entering the workforce face many challenges. Not everything will go your way, and you have to get used to constantly learning and adapting to the demands of your new career. But the good news is that working in tech is rewarding. The satisfaction you’ll feel when you apply what you’ve learned and see results is really fulfilling.
Sophisticated digital and robotic technologies are bringing change to farms, and careers in agriculture. Learn more about the paths opening up in agriculture across Alberta and Saskatchewan.
If you really want something and put in the effort to achieve your goal, you are ahead of the game. Focus on conveying enthusiasm and resolve. If you’re not too far off the mark when it comes to the requirements for a position, showing commitment and enthusiasm for growing into the position can count for a lot.
There are more jobs out there than what you’ll find through the various job websites or employment agencies. To access them, you need to find out what they are, where they are, and what you need to do in order to get one of these hidden jobs, if you want one.
The sophisticated tech taught in Palette Skills’ Digital Agriculture Specialist Program is exciting. But it’s worthwhile remembering that no matter what kind of technology is involved, agriculture is about food, and about people. So we sat down one of the program’s alumni to get at the very human side of the story.
Tech sales means any sales role that involves selling new technology. It can include selling new processes or new ways of doing things. But don’t think that it’s the same thing as working in a retail sales job, where you are selling to consumers. Tech sales representatives usually work for what are called B2B (business-to-business) companies.
If you’re an early adopter, there is probably no better time to think about a career in Canada’s agtech revolution. In response to many global and local pressures—including labour shortages, climate change, and even the rise of integrated value chains—the conventional approach to agriculture that dominated Canadian farms for decades is getting an upgrade, with a new focus on technology, sustainability, and precision.
If you’ve just graduated from high school or university, it’s a good idea to stay in touch with your teachers and people you’ve met on projects or internships for future references. Get comfortable with letting people know you’re looking for work, because all kinds of people may know of open job opportunities.
Canada has much of the infrastructure in place in order to grow its innovation economy. The country is home to a number of globally-ranked universities, and cities like Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver are hubs for globally successful start-ups. It’s the beginning of a great ecosystem, but it needs more.
Starting in on a tech career and nervous about the numbers? Before you lose sleep, it’s important to look at trends in the industry here in Canada, because there are lots of reasons to be optimistic. At the same time, it’s good to be prepared, so check out our tips for weathering storms, and taking advantage of opportunities.
Business landscapes are changing, meaning businesses and workers must now look to workforce development to thrive. Upskilling is the key! Like many countries, Canada is
Business development representatives stand at the forefront of the B2B sales process. Their main purpose is to generate qualified leads. They then pass these leads onto their sales teams.
BDRs are in high demand, especially in Canada’s fast-growing B2B tech sector, where companies constantly require people to seek out and qualify new leads. Learn more about why this might be a great career for you in the following article.
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