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You’re Probably Solving the Wrong Hiring Problem
Most companies blame salary or a lack of talent when a role won’t fill. After 20 years in Calgary recruitment, the real cause is usually something else.
Same Job Title, Two Completely Different Lives
One Contract Specialist role was fully remote. The other was two weeks on, two weeks off. Same title, same skills, completely different lives.
What a Contract Specialist Actually Does
Contract Specialists keep capital projects commercially sound, and almost nobody outside the field can describe the job. Here’s what the role really involves.
What “Not a Culture Fit” Usually Means
“Not a culture fit” is the most common rejection reason I hear and the least useful. Here’s what it usually means, and what to say instead.
How Long Should a Specialized Search Take?
How long should it take to fill a hard-to-hire role? A Calgary recruiter on realistic timelines for specialized searches and why patience pays.
Why ‘Continuous Improvement’ Is Hard to Hire For
Every job posting says ‘drive continuous improvement.’ A Calgary recruiter on what that phrase should mean and how to hire for it.
Does CRSP Actually Matter When Hiring for Safety?
Is a CRSP designation worth requiring? A Calgary recruiter on when safety certifications matter, when experience wins, and how to decide.
Oil & Gas Finance Hiring: Finding the Unicorn
Why the CPA + SAP consolidations + SOX combo is so rare in Calgary energy – and how to hire when the perfect candidate doesn’t exist.
How to Hire a Safety Manager Who Builds Culture
Hiring a Safety Manager in Calgary? Why the best safety leaders build culture, not just compliance – and why they’re so hard to find.
Should You Accept a Counter-Offer? Probably Not
Counter-offers feel flattering but rarely fix the problem. Learn why most people who stay leave within 18 months.
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