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Last month I had the pleasure of being a guest on Elevated HR Solutions' HR Show & tell speaker series on Workplace Investigations Link to watch: https://youtu.be/duvIrHTx-_Q Michelle and I chatted about:... internal vs. external investigations managing perceptions of fairness the importance of getting a workplace investigation right the role of empathy accountability, apologies and more! #hrshowandtell #workplaceinvestigations #workplacerespect #collaborationovercompetition

To all the women who came before me who did the work, made sacrifices and paved the way - thank you. To all the women in my life who have believed in me, lifted me up, and cheered me on - thank you. ... #internationalwomensday

Today is #pinkshirtday and it represents a commitment to work together to stop bullying (in the workplace, in schools, in sports and at home). It’s about creating a community where all people feel safe, valued and respected. It means doing the work and speaking up when you see bullying, even when it’s hard. It means asking for help when you need it, even when it’s scary. Real change happens when we stand together. Wear pink today, but practice kindness, empathy and compassion every day #pinkshirtday #endbullying #practiceempathy #practicekindness #endintolerance #speakup #domorebebetter

Happy birthday to my dad - my first superhero, the one who always got up to get me milk in the middle of the night, the one who always helped me clean my messy room, and the one who always gave me most of the bananas in his Cornflakes. Today is my dad’s 78th birthday. And it’s the first year in as long as I can remember that I’m not able to be with him to celebrate. And so, today, as a tribute to my sweet papa, here are the top life lessons that he has shared with me. I think you’ll find that they’re good reminders for us all #lifelessons #lovelessons

e m p a t h y Here’s what I know to be true. Empathy is NOT weakness, it’s NOT agreement, it’s NOT sympathy, and it’s definitely NOT a skill that only women value or are good at. In my workplace investigation practice, I choose to lead with empathy. Read my latest mental musings on why empathy is one of the most critical skills for a workplace investigator to have ... #workplaceinvestigations #workplacerespect #empathy

I’m so chuffed to be a part of @elevatedhr ‘s next HR Show and Tell event where we’ll talk about everything workplace investigations! For this live conversation, Michelle Berg and I will dig into why getting an investigation right is so important, what issues and challenges we face (and how we overcome them), and why we’ve chosen collaboration over competition, while still playing in the same HR sandbox. Oh, and I’m sure we’ll also swap a juicy story or two, so join us on February 2, 2021 (12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. MST)! Link to register is in my profile. Can't make it? Sign up to receive a recording! #hrshowandtell #workplaceinvestigations #workplacerespect #collaborationovercompetition

sorry, not sorry. the unapology. Here are my latest mental musings on why accountability and apologies matter so much when it comes to workplace investigations (link in profile) #workplaceinvestigation #workplaceinvestigations #workplaceinvestigator #licensedworkplaceinvestigator #workplaceinvestigationtraining #workplaceinvestigations101 #fairness #discrimination #harassment #sexualharassment #bullying #workplaceviolence #misconduct #fraud #integrity #empathy #compassion #hr #humanresources #hrinvestigations #hrpolicies #compliance #values #corporateresponsibility #metoo #trust #culture #calgary #canada #healthysafeworkplace

Julie Payette, the Governor General of Canada, resigned yesterday under a black cloud of scathing allegations that she created a toxic atmosphere of bullying, harassment and verbal abuse. A clear misuse of power. To me, her statement was bathed in PR spin, privilege, defensiveness, and it was the classic example of an unapology. While she did make a meek attempt at an apology, she also said We all experience things differently, but we should always strive to do better, an...d be attentive to one another’s perceptions, which I think is akin to saying I’m sorry that you think I offended you. Her statement lacked respect, sincerity, vulnerability, accountability and a meaningful apology. Stay tuned for a blog next week where I’ll dig into accountability and apologies, when it comes to workplace investigations. #workplaceinvestigation #workplaceinvestigations #workplaceinvestigator #licensedworkplaceinvestigator #workplaceinvestigationtraining #workplaceinvestigations101 #fairness #discrimination #harassment #sexualharassment #bullying #workplaceviolence #misconduct #fraud #integrity #empathy #compassion #hr #humanresources #hrinvestigations #hrpolicies #compliance #values #corporateresponsibility #metoo #trust #culture #calgary #canada #healthysafeworkplace

2 0 2 0 A year filled with highs and lows, moments of stress and moments of sweetness. A year marked by chaos and simplicity, opportunities and restrictions. A year filled with lessons and learnings, turbulence and safe landings. A year that everything changed and everything stayed the same. A year to remember and never forget. And now it’s time to clear my cache so that I can start anew in 2 0 2 1

"You can't pour from an empty cup." As a workplace investigator, the work that I do can be all-consuming, highly intense and extraordinarily stressful. I have to be fair, thorough and thoughtful. I have to be empathetic and compassionate, but also, diligent and impartial throughout the investigation process. So how do I balance these competing weights so I don't get burned out? Here are the top four strategies that I use for self-care. #workplaceinvestigations #selfcare

I’m often asked by leaders and HR friends if I have any tips for conducting workplace investigations the right way, so I've put together a list of ten mistakes to avoid making in my latest blog post! #workplaceinvestigations #HR

It’s been a year since I relaunched my business and it’s been a year filled with opportunities, wins, learnings, challenges and growth. I’m so excited to see what the next 365 days bring! firmly planted on the ground ... filled with new ideas filled with gratitude #workplaceinvestigation#workplaceinvestigations#workplaceinvestigator#licensedworkplaceinvestigator#workplaceinvestigationtraining#workplaceinvestigations101 #fairness#discrimination #harassment#sexualharassment #bullying#workplaceviolence #misconduct#fraud #integrity #empathy#compassion #hr #humanresources#hrinvestigations #hrpolicies#compliance #values#corporateresponsibility #metoo #trust#culture #calgary #canada#healthysafeworkplace

Picture this: You receive a complaint related to discrimination, harassment, violence or misconduct. You’ve made the decision to hire an external workplace investigator, but how do you decide WHO to hire? I answer this question in my latest blog post!

t h a n k f u l While this year didn’t quite turn out the way I expected, it has been full of blessings and learnings that I am eternally grateful and thankful for. I’m thankful for:... * my good health * my sister (who is my eternal bestie) * my hubs (who is the easiest person in the world to quarantine with) * my family and friends who have cheered me on, supported me and referred me * my clients who put so much trust in me * the opportunity to do this work See more

It’s been a minute, so I thought I’d pop on here to share a blog that I wrote about confidentiality and workplace investigations. Despite what many people think, complete confidentiality cannot and should not be promised to the parties of a workplace investigation. To read why, check out my latest blog confidentiality: a cautionary tale

As a workplace investigator, one of the most common questions that I get asked is: when and why should organizations hire an external investigator? This week alone, I’ve been asked the question 3 times! I’m a big believer that when the universe shows you what it needs, you should deliver, so here we go! Check out my latest blog to read the top five reasons to hire an external workplace investigator

Learn how to plan an effective workplace investigation with a free step-by-step guide and a (practically) done for you roadmap template! Get the FREE Guide and Roadmap here >> https://www.hrology.ca/freeworkplaceinvestigationtools

Thank you Yellow Robot Agency for having me as a guest to chat about leading during COVID-19. It was my first IG live but 2020 is ALL about getting uncomfortable, mindset and personal growth for me You can catch it here: https://www.instagram.com/tv/CCZgmvkHTrP/