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kstrate
Dec 30, 20244 min read
Gazing Into the Crystal Ball: Workforce Planning 101 for 2025 & Beyond
his blog post provides a guide to workforce planning for 2025 and beyond, covering key concepts, benefits, frameworks, and actionable steps
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Jordan Strate
Jul 31, 20242 min read
HR Insights Unpacked: July Recap
As July comes to a close, it’s time to reflect on the key insights and trends that have shaped HR practices this month. From workplace...
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Jordan Strate
Jul 17, 20242 min read
Speak with Impact: Enhancing HR Communication Skills
Communication is key in HR (Human Resources), where building relationships and conveying information clearly are essential. Here are some...
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Jordan Strate
Jul 15, 20242 min read
Empowering Tomorrow: Celebrating International Youth Skills Day
International Youth Skills Day, observed on July 15th, celebrates the importance of equipping young people with skills for employment and...
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Jordan Strate
Jun 24, 20243 min read
Remote Team Mastery: Tools and Tips for Success
Managing a remote team can be challenging, but with the right strategies, it can be successful and rewarding. Here are some effective...
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Jordan Strate
Jun 14, 20242 min read
Highlighting LGBTQ+ Charities and Resources in Canada
Canada is a country that supports and celebrates LGBTQ+ people. There are many charities and resources that help LGBTQ+ individuals feel...
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Jordan Strate
May 31, 20242 min read
Combating Societal Stigma Around Mental Health in the Workplace
Mental health is just as important as physical health, but sometimes people feel embarrassed or scared to talk about it. This is called...
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Jordan Strate
May 29, 20242 min read
Creativity & Mental Health
Did you know that doing creative activities can help make you feel happier and healthier? Let's find out how things like drawing,...
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Jordan Strate
May 29, 20242 min read
How a Healthy Diet and Hydration Impact Mental Health
Eating healthy foods and drinking enough water are super important for our bodies and our brains. Let's learn how what we eat and drink...
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Jordan Strate
May 28, 20242 min read
The Importance of Sleep for Mental Health
Sleep is like food for our brain. Just like our bodies need food to stay healthy, our brains need sleep to work well. Let's explore why...
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Jordan Strate
May 20, 20242 min read
Resource Spotlight: Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA)
Welcome to our Resource Spotlight! Today, we're excited to share information about the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), a...
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Jordan Strate
May 17, 20242 min read
Resource Spotlight: MindBeacon
Welcome to our first Resource Spotlight! Today, we want to introduce you to MindBeacon, an amazing tool that supports mental health and...
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Jordan Strate
May 8, 20242 min read
Mental Health Awareness Month: Understanding its Importance in the Workplace
Did you know that May is Mental Health Awareness Month? It's a special time when people all around the world come together to learn about...
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Jordan Strate
May 8, 20242 min read
Taking Care of Your Mental Health at Work: Tips for Employees
Did you know that just like our bodies, our minds need care too? Especially when we're at work. Let's talk about how you can take care of...
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Jordan Strate
May 8, 20243 min read
Supporting Mental Health in the Workplace: A Guide for Employers
In today's fast-paced world, taking care of mental health is as crucial as taking care of physical health. Just like how we look out for...
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Jordan Strate
Apr 3, 20242 min read
The Employee Life Cycle
Every employee's journey is marked by distinct phases, commonly known as the Employee Life Cycle. Understanding this cycle is a crucial...
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Jordan Strate
Mar 22, 20242 min read
Understanding Strategic HR
In the modern business landscape Human Resource functions have evolved beyond admin tasks and compliance matters. Strategic HR is a...
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Jordan Strate
Mar 12, 20243 min read
The Power of Employee Resource Groups
ERGs play a pivotal role in advancing Equity, Diversity and Inclusion within organizations by providing platforms for collaboration.
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Jordan Strate
Feb 13, 20242 min read
5 Ways Surveys Help Your Business
While surveys certainly help HR teams know where to focus their efforts, the effects of engagement surveys can be felt at every level of...
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Jordan Strate
Dec 11, 20234 min read
Beyond Suits and Ties: Rethinking Workplace Dress Codes
Arguably nothing has changed over the last half century more than workplace dress codes. In this time, we’ve moved away from strict,...
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