I recently read an article in the Harvard Business Review about how we can better assess whether a candidate is ready for a management role. It also talked about some of the skills a manager requires that should be the basis for recruitment. Another article, the...

Ten years ago this month, we lost one of the most innovative communications thinkers in the world, a man who profoundly affected the world of politics and advertising. “’Media consultant’ is barely adequate to describe Mr. Schwartz’s portfolio,” The New York Times...

There have been many articles and a lot of discussions recently about the ‘gig’ economy and how it will impact the economy going forward. From Forbes to Harvard Business Review and Fast Company to The Globe and Mail. Everyone, it seems, has something to say about it....

Canadian charities and charities around the world are working in an increasingly complex environment. In many charities, fundraising revenue is declining, the financial future is uncertain and leadership is worried about impact.  Human resources issues ranging from...

As we look back over the last 25 years, a lot of things have changed. Computing and internet capability are two great examples. Do any of you remember those “luggables” - the so-called first portable computer? Compare that to today’s smartphone which literally puts...

When I googled this question, I found 3,230,000 results… so the answer seems to be yes. It’s certainly something people are talking about. These numbers got me thinking. I’d like to address why this is, and how we can continue to promote a mentally healthy workplace....