Community Involvement – Why Should I Get Involved? March 22, 2016 Do you ever run into one of those people who seems to be involved in everything? They seem to always know what’s going on, they know people everywhere they go and they are on a million committees and boards? I have only become more…
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What do you do exactly?
inThis is a common question that I get asked in my line of work. The understanding of HR’s role within an organization has shifted over the last number of years, and the concept of an HR consultant can still be confusing to some people. I find it’s especially puzzling for people who have experienced or…
Read MoreStand Out! 10 Tips to Impact Your Job Search
inSo far in the Acuity Job Search Tips Series, we have discussed resumes and the job search process. In this post we plan to discuss some of the faux pas we as recruitment professionals see most often in the interviewing process and how you can avoid them! The Interview: Acuity Tips #6 – 10 Interviews…
Read MoreStand Out! 10 Tips to Impact Your Job Search
inIn the last post we discussed the benefits to spending some extra time on your resume to help you stand out. In this post we will tackle the job search process and some common challenges that recruiters often see. Job Search: Acuity Tips #4 & 5 Job searching has evolved beyond using the newspaper or…
Read MoreStand Out! 10 Tips to Impact Your Job Search
inAt Acuity HR, we work with candidates and clients from a wide variety of industries through recruitment searches and career transition work. This has allowed us to work with people in many different stages of their job search. Are you currently in job search mode? Maybe you are just getting started or have been in…
Read MoreDo You – “Just” Do It?
inI really enjoy conferences and seminars as an opportunity to gain new insights but also to take stock of or refresh my hard and soft skills. While attending a conference this past year, I had the opportunity to assess and improve a critical part of my communication. Generally, I have a confident approach to communication and…
Read MoreShould HR Really Be at the Executive Table?
inWell I suppose that depends if you are an HR fluffy, an HR tactician, or an HR Leader… I am actually tired of hearing HR folks talk as though they deserve a spot at the table, but have yet to do anything that demonstrates that they have something to actually add at the table. …
Read MoreManaging the Outliers and using Discretion
inHave you ever noticed the tendency of some organizations or leaders to implement a policy or rule every time a new people problem or issue comes up? One person complains that the person sitting next to them is eating sunflower seeds and suddenly an email goes out to the entire office advising what food is…
Read MoreHRMAM Accreditation
inAcuity HR Solutions is pleased to announce that our Intentional People Leadership course has been accredited by the Human Resources Management Association of Manitoba (HRMAM) Accreditation Program. Certified Human Resources Professionals (CHRP’s) can earn 30 continued professional development hours towards their re-certification by attending this 4.5 day course. Though the course will be meaningful for…
Read MoreHRMAM Conference
inWe are thrilled to be a part of the HRMAM Evolve HR Conference on October 27th and 28th. Look for us at the Trade Show, we will have some great prizes to give away!
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