Skills Shortages: A Paradox Resolved (In Principle)

By Amelia Chan, CHRP In turning our focus to the future, it is interesting how often the past provides resolution to present challenges. The ever-looming paradox...

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A Sampling of ‘Supply’ Side Myths

By Amelia Chan, CHRP This piece supplements Skills Shortages: A Paradox Resolved (In Principle). Read the full article now. The “supply” of qualified, motivated and suitable...

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Rethinking Relocation: Beyond the Moving Van

By Amelia Chan, CHRP In building a productive, top-performing team, finding the right fit is essential. Sometimes that fit is found abroad and relocation is...

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The Ups and Downs of the Straight and Narrow: Rethinking Career Paths

By Amelia Chan, CHRP Modern career paths resemble the game of Snakes and Ladders.  As we advance along the board, ladders make for quick climbs...

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Networking That Works: Tips For Success

By Amelia Chan, CHRP ‘One size fits all’ does not apply to networking. There are many ways to network but it ultimately depends on the...

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Why We Network (& Why it Works)

By Amelia Chan, CHRP Put simply, networking is is vital to building and maintaining connections.  People who don’t understand the ongoing need to stay in touch...

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The Nuances of Networking: Mastering the Mindset

By Amelia Chan, CHRP Networking is misunderstood.  The idea of networking (as a verb) or the network (as a noun) often sends shudders through most...

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New Rules to Govern Foreign Worker Futures

By Amelia Chan, CHRP The Canadian government is set to introduce new rules to regulate temporary foreign workers in Canada. The rules, which marks...

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