Leadership & people skills

Love in the air? Breathe it with caution at work

Romantic relationships between co-workers are inevitable. Research shows HR departments are tightening policies regarding them. Concerns about office dating include the appearance of favouritism and potential legal claims.

The best-paying accounting jobs in Canada

Professional accountants in Canada tend to be hard-working and well-compensated, a 2013 survey by CPA Canada suggests. But some are compensated much better than others.

How to prepare for a video job interview

These tips can help job candidates excel during an interview through Skype or other online video platforms. Video interviews seem to be growing as companies seek to learn more about a candidate than they would with a telephone chat.

Why the job-hopper label is one to avoid

Hiring managers consider a job-hopper to be someone who has worked five places in ten years, according to a new Robert Half survey that offers tips for employees thinking about changing companies.

Inspiring collaboration is critical for higher growth

“Network leadership”—the ability to facilitate employee collaboration across business silos—is a key to growth, according to a new report. Research suggests that many leaders are lagging in this important skill.

Harness high potential, retain high performers

Organisations need to identify potential standout employees and develop and retain top performers to thrive. Learn what sets high performers apart and how to keep them in a competitive labour market.

Finance with fizz

Finding and developing the right talent is central to PepsiCo’s drive to deliver sustained financial performance.

Career roundup

A quick roundup of career and workplace trends features research on topics from mobile-device etiquette to the rise in international assignments — plus advice from CGMA designation holders on how to support innovation and how to give a better presentation.

Powering talent decisions with data

Performance management and business intelligence consultant Bernard Marr explains how companies can use data and analytics to improve decision-making around their most valuable business assets: talented employees.

How to negotiate your way to success

CGMA designation holders need to improve their bargaining skills, according to a CGMA Magazine poll. Experts offer tips on how to carry out successful negotiations, while also building relationships.

How to develop your personal brand

What is your competitive advantage? What are you known for? These questions can help you identify your personal brand—a great way of demonstrating your skills and accelerating your career.

David Tyler’s hunger for growth

CIMA Chief Executive Charles Tilley talks to Sainsbury’s chairman David Tyler about innovation, people and long-term business success.

How to short-circuit negativity, keep morale high

Poor communication is the factor that causes the greatest harm to workplace morale, according to a new survey of human resources professionals. Read about more threats to workplace morale and how to keep negativity from seeping into the workplace.
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