Thinking About Talent
Perspectives on hiring, culture, leadership, and building teams that last.
Alberta Skilled Trades in 2026: Tighter Hiring Signals as Provincial Employment Rises
Fresh LFS, payroll and vacancy data to plan hiring and career moves in Alberta’s trades
Read MoreBuild a Hiring Plan Before Your Next Vacancy Becomes Urgent
Turn next year's hiring goals into a practical plan. Define business outcomes, set priorities, and agree on decisions before an urgent vacancy takes over.
Read MoreYour Best Candidate Is Waiting for an Answer
Keep hiring decisions moving without cutting corners. Give feedback an owner, remove unnecessary delays, and keep candidates informed—even when the answer is not ready.
Read MoreThe True Cost of Hiring for Skills Alone: Why Quality Matters
Technical skills matter, but they do not tell the whole story. Assess how people apply their skills, communicate trade-offs, and deliver the outcomes your team needs.
Read MorePack Finder Assessment in Action: From Insights to Better Questions
Follow an illustrative hiring example to see how assessment insights can shape interviews, onboarding, and a fair review of job-related evidence.
Read MorePack Finder Assessment: How Behavioral Assessment Transforms Hiring
Use behavioural assessment to guide better questions—not label people. Combine assessment insights with relevant work evidence and a consistent interview process.
Read MoreWhat Candidates Really Want From Their Next Employer
Clear pay, realistic expectations, useful development, and honest communication help candidates decide whether your opportunity is right for them.
Read MoreThe Hidden Cost of a Bad Hire (And How to Avoid It)
A hiring mismatch costs more than another recruitment fee. Learn how to define the work, test the essentials, and support a better start.
Read MoreWhy Culture Fit Matters More Than You Think
Culture fit should mean shared working expectations—not shared backgrounds. Ask better questions about collaboration, feedback, and the work itself.
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