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2 Ways To Make Technology More Human
Thanks to technological advancements (and COVID-19 pushing us), we can now communicate with little or no face-to-face contact.…
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The View from Here: Learnings on Bullying and Harassment Obligations, 6 Years Later
For Alberta employers, both provincially and federally regulated, significant changes are on the horizon. Highlighted by movements like…
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What’s One Piece of Advice You’d Pass on to Anyone Contemplating Becoming an HR Consultant?
In every issue of PeopleTalk magazine, we ask CPHR BC & Yukon members from all across B.C. and…
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Why Companies Should Embrace All Forms Of Diversity
For today’s companies, innovation and diversity are inseparable. There is no bigger obstacle to the introduction and refinement…
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5 Factors Influencing How The Post-Pandemic Workforce Will Take Shape
Despite what U.S. workers have experienced through the pandemic, they’ve shown increasing levels of engagement. How effectively employers…
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Ashton College’s Diploma in Human Resources Management Spans New Careers and Established Professionals
If you’ve been considering a career in human resources, or are already in the field, you will have…
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Fundamentals Of Hiring—Avoid Negligent Misrepresentations
Whether you are the GM of the Vancouver Canucks looking at who to draft or the owner of…
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Insight Into Indigenous Inclusion At Work: A Conversation With Bob Joseph
Inclusion. We’ve all read about it in textbooks, scholarly articles and talked about it at conferences. But what…
Bob Joseph -

The New Normal: How Emotional Intelligence is Key to Corporate Success
COVID-19 has proven to us all that to survive in tough times, companies need to pivot and adjust…
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4 Ways to Help Employees Manage Their Mental Health
As an employer, you recognize the need to take care of your staff and know that life can…
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Zen of Cybersecurity: Applying Mindfulness to Staying Safe Online
On day 32 of my self-isolation –that seems so long ago now–I was on a Zoom call with…
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How to Create a Corporate Culture of Excellence
Workplace culture is more important than ever. A corporate culture of excellence is a competitive advantage, enabling employers…
Marni Johnson, CPHR