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Don’t Leave Your Employees Hanging – Importance of Follow Through

April 17, 2017 | Performance Management

Leadership is built on trust.  Following through on commitments to employees is one of the cornerstones of building trust.

The Cost of Rudeness at Work

March 23, 2017 | Work Environment and Policies

It turns out our mothers were right; manners do matter, and it’s not nice to be rude.  And it’s expensive for business.

Why Candidate Perception Matters During the Recruitment Process

February 01, 2017 | Recruitment

Our Recruiting Project Manager outlines why it is so important to make a good first impression with candidates during the recruiting process.

Energy: Your Leadership Edge for 2017

January 09, 2017 | Performance Management

Guest blogger Monica Bodurka of Healthy to Thrive – Coaching lets us in on her top 3 tips for improving your leadership edge as we start a new year.

Can I Force My Employees to Use up Their Vacation Balances?

December 05, 2016 | Work Environment and Policies

Can employers force their employees to use up their accrued vacation?

LinkedIn Profiles and Ex-Employees

November 07, 2016 |

What can you do when your ex-employee still has your company listed as their employer on LinkedIn?

Accessibility and Accommodation - It’s the Law

September 22, 2016 | Work Environment and Policies

Within Ontario, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) requires both public and private establishments to eliminate barriers for individuals with disabilities.  Found out some examples of simple accommodations.

Coping with Employee Mental Health Issues

August 24, 2016 | Performance Management

It is very likely that at some point you will have someone in your organization that is coping with a mental health issue.  Here are a few tips to help you broach this delicate topic with an employee who may be struggling at work and whom you suspect may be dealing with a mental health issue.

Top 5 Tips for Engaging Your Summer Students

June 26, 2016 | Work Environment and Policies

Have summer students?  Here’s our top 5 tips for keeping them!

Background and Reference Checks: Why They Matter

May 24, 2016 | Recruitment

If you are not currently conducting background and reference checks as part of your hiring process, read on to find out why you need to start.