Busy Isn't a Strategy Part II: The Hidden Cost of Strategic Drift

The public sector in Alberta is undergoing a significant shift in how compensation and total rewards are structured. Legislative reforms, inflationary pressures, and a rapidly changing labour market are forcing organizations to reassess their approach to pay and benefits. For HR professionals and public sector leaders, this moment presents both challenges and opportunities. This article outlines a summary of the changes and potential considerations.

With market volatility on the rise and global trade tensions resurfacing, companies are once again faced with familiar questions: ✅ How do we stay competitive in an unpredictable market? ✅ Are our incentive plans resilient enough to adapt? Laulima explores how companies can make thoughtful compensation decisions — balancing agility with accountability.

In nearly every organization I work with, the effort is there. People are committed. Calendars are full. Meetings stack back-to-back. Teams respond quickly, move fast, and stay “on” all day. The problem is that much of this motion—however sincere—doesn’t translate into outcomes.