Supply and Demand: The Market for Talent

By Ian J. Cook, MBA, CHRP One of the most significant changes that has occurred through the digitization of the economy is the change to...

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Raising the Standard: HR’s Impact at the Office of the Auditor General in B.C.

By Ian J. Cook "A good HR team quietly makes us all look good" - John Doyle, Auditor General of B.C. Auditing government is not...

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The Mother of Innovation

By Ian J. Cook, CHRP There are many sources of innovation. Most often though, stories of innovation focus on the breakthrough of an inspired individual,...

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Increasing Engagement in Tough Times

By Ian J. Cook, CHRP Most organizations that cut staff, reduce pay and reduce benefits would expect to see their staff engagement drop. Whistler Blackcomb...

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What Keeps Heads of HR Up at Night?

By Ann Leckie w/ the assistance of Tanya McCarthy, Nancy Silcock & Tyler Hodges One of the greatest challenges facing HR is finding a way...

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Top 10% of Employers Beat Absenteeism Trend

By Ian J. Cook, CHRP Absenteeism is a key measure for HR. It is a significant driver of HR workload, both from the standpoint of...

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Business Intelligence Makes For Smart HR Leadership

By Ian J. Cook, CHRP The HR profession continues to expand in terms of scope and complexity. One area that is emerging as a core...

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2011 HR Trends Report: Fresh Optimism, Ongoing Challenges

By Ian J. Cook, CHRP Business moves in cycles and it is clear from the results of the 2011 HR Trends Report that the next...

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