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Don Schepens

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July 6, 2011

Don Schepens and 10 other people answered this question

Are organizations placing enough emphasis on succession planning?

I agree with Chiara. Lots of places here in Alberta Canada, say they are doing it but when I ask to see the plans (in my role as a consultant) I get the blank look. more

General Management

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Succession Planning

June 30, 2011

Don Schepens and 12 other people answered this question

Is a background check necessary?

I guess it really depends. I believe that its part of the due dilligence process that we should be doing as professionals. Its easy for people to slip through the cracks. Having said that, treat the check with a grain of salt. Most people leave ... more

Human Resources

Background Check

June 23, 2011

Don Schepens and 3 other people answered this question

Does diversity still matter in today’s world of work? What’s the future of diversity look like?

I'm not sure about this question. I don't think it really matters to our kids, for us another story. My son has a friend named Leif Erikson who is black and a friend named Juan from Saskatoon in Canada. His parents are from El Salvador ... more

Human Resources

Employee Engagement

June 14, 2011

Don Schepens and 2 other people answered this question

What are the best predictors a job candidate will be successful?

Attitude and aptitude. The problem is to discover if they have it.

Human Resources

Federal Government

June 14, 2011

Don Schepens and 8 other people answered this question

Is it necessary to have a career mentor?

I don't think its necessary but it is desirable. It helps you make decisions about what and, sometimes more importantly, what not, to do. more

Human Resources

Career Development

June 2, 2011

Don Schepens and 10 other people answered this question

Why don't all companies hold exit interviews?

The biggest is that they aren't really valide. Some studies show that slightly under 10% of people will say that they are leaving because of someone they work with (often their boss). If asked again 3 months later and the names are protected this rises ... more

Human Resources

Employee Turnover

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