FEATURE HR'S MOVING TARGET: WHY OUR APPROACH TO CHANGE NEEDS TO CHANGE BY MELANIE PEACOCK, PHD, CPHR "THE CRITICAL competencies and resources that HR professionals use to facilitate change are not, and should not be, the same ones utilized by leaders, employees and other stakeholders." As we welcome in another year thoughts turn to new beginnings. So, what does this mean for Human Resource professionals? While the focus may be on what projects or initiatives can commence, it is also important to reflect on what has already occurred. As always, it is critical to remain aware of the key trends and issues that have impacted the most important resources within a company - the people. The past months have brought many people issues to the forefront, leading to dynamic conversations and exchanges of ideas regarding critical topics. Terminations of individuals due to improper workplace behavior and 12 | CPHRab.cahttp://www.CPHRab.ca