“Quiet Firing” as a Way to Force Employees to Leave – Really??

I was quite taken aback by a recent survey that I came across — the results of which were published in HR Canada by...

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The Manager Meltdown: How HR Can Reverse the Engagement Crisis

Gallup’s State of the Global Workplace 2025 report delivers a clear warning: global manager engagement has dropped from 30% to 27%, with young and...

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Communicating Proactively, Consistently and Regularly in Times of Uncertainty

This month’s post was sparked by the recent manner in which the employees of Canada’s most iconic company, a 330-year-old retailer, the Hudson’s Bay...

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Ditch the Feedback Sandwich: Rethinking How Leaders Deliver Feedback

According to Gallup, 80% of employees who receive meaningful feedback are fully engaged. The keyword here is meaningful. Feedback isn't just about delivering critiques...

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Stress is Inevitable. How You Respond to It is Not.

In today's fast-paced, high-stress workplace, performing under pressure is part of the job.  Constant change, deadlines, and expectations—all create a continuous hum of urgency....

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From the Boardroom to the Zoom Room: Bridging the Leadership Gap in Remote Teams

Virtual teams have become "the new normal" in many organizations, with technology enabling employees to work remotely and collaborate across geographical boundaries. However, as...

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Focus Groups: The Overlooked Powerhouse in Organizational Development

In my 20+ years consulting, I've often seen the cost of organizations jumping into initiatives without peeling back the layers to reveal hidden challenges...

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Tackling Problems Like a Puzzle with CPHR BC & Yukon Board Member Michele Matthews

Michele Matthews, CPHR has been a Board Member of CPHR BC & Yukon since June 2024. She is a key contributor to the success...

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