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Jordan Strate
Jul 30, 20242 min read
Friendship Day Every Day: HR's Influence on Workplace Harmony
Every year on July 30th, we celebrate International Day of Friendship to recognize the importance of friendship and camaraderie among...
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Jordan Strate
Jul 26, 20242 min read
Smooth Sailing: Navigating Summer Leave Policies Like a Pro
As the summer vacation season approaches, navigating employee leave policies becomes crucial for maintaining a smooth workflow in any...
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Jordan Strate
Jul 12, 20242 min read
Turning Tension into Teamwork: Conflict Resolution Strategies
Conflict in the workplace happens when people disagree or have problems with each other. It's normal, but it's important to handle it...
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Jordan Strate
Jul 8, 20242 min read
How to Keep Your Talent: Key Elements of a Successful Retention Program
Keeping good employees is important for any company. When employees stay, they help the company grow and succeed. Here are some key...
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Jordan Strate
Jun 11, 20243 min read
Does Your Business Have a Toxic Culture? Here's How to Tell
Having a healthy work environment is super important for any business. But sometimes, a business can develop a toxic culture, which can...
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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
May 8, 20242 min read
Employee Assistance Programs: Help When You Need It
In today's busy world, work and life can be tough sometimes. But did you know there's help available if you're feeling stressed or having...
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Jordan Strate
Apr 24, 20243 min read
Pruning the Grapevine: Best Practices for Managing Office Gossip
In any workplace, the buzz of conversation is inevitable. But when that chatter turns into gossip, it can be a poison in your office...
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