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08Aug

The Power of Asking for Help at Work

Communication, Employees, Business Support | |

In today's work world, asking for help is often viewed as a sign of weakness or incompetence; however, this couldn't be further from the truth. Seeking assistance can be a game-changer, leading to personal growth, enhanced collaboration, and improved overall performance. Let’s explore the benefits of asking for help at work and why it’s a strategy for success.

13Jul

Taking that Break

Resilience, Wellness, Employees | |

In our “everyone needs a side-hustle” culture, the idea of taking a break seems counterintuitive. We often find ourselves caught up in a constant cycle of work, deadlines, and responsibilities, neglecting our own well-being in the process; however, taking a break is not only important but essential for our mental, emotional, and physical health.

01Jun

Embracing Diversity: Why Businesses Choose to Self-Identify as Members of Diverse Communities

Education, Employees, Small Business, Diversity | |

In today's ever-evolving business landscape, diversity has emerged as a cornerstone of success. More and more businesses are choosing to self-identify as members of diverse communities, such as female-owned, young entrepreneurs, or business leaders who identify as a member of the LGBTQ+ community. This intentional self-identification is not just a statement but a strategic decision that can have profound benefits.

21Feb

Electronic Monitoring Policy Requirements

Employees, Education, Business Support | |

Employers that employ 25 or more employees on January 1 of any year are required to have a written policy on the electronic monitoring of employees in place by March 1 of that year. These requirements were added to the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA) on April 11, 2022. The policy must state whether the employer electronically monitors employees. If the employer does, the policy must include:

10Feb

Your Employees Are Likely Part of the Gig Economy and That’s a Good Thing

Employees, Economy | |

As we have seen with recent rising costs like skyrocketing property and rent, increasing fuel charges, and groceries, the dollar just isn’t covering what it used to. For this reason, it is becoming increasingly harder not only for business owners to make a sizeable profit, but for their employees to make what they need to cover running their households. 54% of Canadians say they live paycheck to paycheck and with inflation outpacing salary increases by more than double, financial stressors are ...

26Jan

The Key to Employee Engagement is You

Employees, Communication | |

Would you trust the care of your loved one to someone who didn’t like you very much? If you have disengaged employees you might be doing just that. It is impossible for a disengaged employee to provide excellent customer service...

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The Power of Asking for Help at Work

Taking that Break

Embracing Diversity: Why Businesses Choose to Self-Identify as Members of Diverse Communities

Electronic Monitoring Policy Requirements

Your Employees Are Likely Part of the Gig Economy and That’s a Good Thing

The Key to Employee Engagement is You

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