Are You Stuck at B+?

Plus: Canada's top 10 in-demand jobs for 2025

Author

Dami Koya
June 08, 2025

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Does it ever feel like you're doing everything right, having a steady job, pretty decent pay, no major complaints, but you still sense something's missing? That nagging feeling might be a sign you're living a "B+ life."

Suzy Welch, a Harvard-trained career expert, describes the "B+ life" as one that's comfortable yet unfulfilling; a life where you're performing rather than truly living. It's easy to settle into routines that don't align with your core values, leading to a sense of stagnation.

Signs You Might Be in a B+ Life:

  • Regularly feeling drained despite apparent success

  • Your actions don't reflect your stated values

  • Life feels more like a performance than genuine experience

  • Recurring friction in key relationships

  • Fantasizing about escape rather than evolution

What Can You Do?

Start by identifying your deeply held values. Are you living in a way that honors them? Consider small, intentional changes that bring your daily actions into alignment with what truly matters to you. Remember, the goal isn't perfection but authenticity.

🛠️ Career & Work

Top 10 In-Demand Jobs in Canada for June 2025

If you're contemplating a career move, here are Canada's top in-demand jobs for 2025, offering strong growth and competitive salaries:

  1. Registered Nurse (RN)
     Salary: $70,000–$100,000+
     Why: Aging population and healthcare demands
     Top Provinces: Alberta, Yukon, Northwest Territories

  2. Software Developer
     Salary: $85,000–$120,000
     Why: Tech industry growth across sectors

  3. Cybersecurity Analyst
     Salary: $90,000–$130,000
     Why: Rising cyber threats and data protection needs

  4. Data Scientist
     Salary: $110,000–$160,000
     Why: Demand for data-driven decision-making

  5. Construction Manager
     Salary: $110,000–$150,000
     Why: Infrastructure projects and urban development

  6. Electrician
     Salary: $80,000–$120,000
     Why: Skilled trades shortage and renewable energy projects

  7. IT Manager
     Salary: $120,000–$200,000
     Why: Need for IT infrastructure and security

  8. Marketing Manager
     Salary: $100,000–$160,000
     Why: Digital marketing and brand strategy importance

  9. Financial Manager
     Salary: $130,000–$180,000
     Why: Financial planning and analysis needs

  10. Human Resources Manager
    Salary: $90,000–$140,000
    Why: Talent acquisition and organizational development

🏙️ Toronto's Rental Market: A Shift Towards Affordability

Good news for renters in Toronto: the city's rental market is experiencing a notable decline in prices, providing some relief after years of steady increases.

  • As of April 2025, the average rent for an unfurnished one-bedroom apartment in Toronto has decreased by $127 year-over-year, bringing it down to $2,126 per month.

  • This marks the 15th consecutive month of annual rent decreases in the city.

  • The decline is attributed to a surge in rental supply, with a significant number of new condo completions entering the market, increasing competition among landlords.

For renters, this means more options and potentially better deals. It's an opportune time to explore the market and negotiate favorable terms.

Until Next Time

That's it for this week's edition of The New Local. We hope you found valuable insights to support your career journey. If you have questions or stories to share, feel free to reply to this email. Your feedback helps us serve you better.

Keep striving for that A+ life!

Warm regards,

— Dami from New Local