Bylines
Kara Douglas
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Facing the Facts of Temporary Foreign Workers
Canada has a long tradition of attracting immigrants to become permanent residents. In many ways, immigration built this…
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Culture and the Bottom Line: Does Your Culture Punish or Reward?
The truth is, more corporate dollars are spent on employee development than any other area, aside from salaries,…
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Smart Questions Take the Spotlight at BC HRMA Conference and Tradeshow 2013
While the mark of a great conference is often considered to be the answers or solutions found, what…
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Total Rewards: Building Strategies That Work—For Everyone
In the post-2008 world, organizations of all sizes are taking a closer look at all facets of compensation.…
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Everyday Innovation: Are You There Yet?
Innovation need not be a quest for groundbreaking ideas. Companies gain advantages when they inspire ‘everyday innovation’ among…
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9 Ways to Influence Without Authority
A key skill relevant to leaders at all levels is the ability to positively influence people in such…
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The Measure of Smart HR: Key Metrics Aligned to Business
Our business environment has been in constant flux since late in 2008. Much as we have become used…
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Mental Health at Work: Rethinking Responsibility
In light of Bill 14‘s potential workplace impact, it serves to ask, what is the current state of…
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Risks of Social Media Background Checks
Social media sites can be a useful tool for employers to screen prospective job candidates. With over one…