Be the Front-Runner with Regard to a Diverse Workforce
It doesn’t matter whether or not you intended to harass or offend someone else. What matters is whether the recipient felt harassed or offended and you knew, or should have known, that your behavior was offensive. In case of doubt, pay attention to the body language. It is sufficient for the recipient to make it clear through conduct or body […]
Is diversity part of your brand?
Today’s workforce and marketplace is a dynamic mix of different cultures, ages, races, values and lifestyles. Statistics and labor force reports prove that talent pool is shrinking. Emerging market realities and these visible demographic differences, create new ways of making business. Accessibility to information results in more educated customers and clients. However, statistics and labor census reports prove that talent pool is shrinking. How […]
This is the first in a series of articles on the fundamentals you need to know when it comes to the ‘people’ side of your business. Attracting talent alone will not supply you with all the expertise and creativity your business needs. It is impossible for you to recruit all the talent you need from outside your business. You need […]
Top Small Business Hiring Mistakes That Hurt Profits
Hiring new people can be exciting for business owners, especially if hiring is the result of growth for the company. Recruiting new employees is also a process that can be laced with costly downside risk, especially if you don’t ask the proper job interview questions. A bad hire will hurt your profits, which is why business owners must properly prepare […]
Are you losing your best employees? Is your retention rate skyrocketing? Perhaps you’re promoting the wrong people, or not honoring your commitments. But it’s not the end of the world! Your best people CAN come back to you. Here’s how to make it happen. 1.Tell them they’re welcome back! If your best employees still feel you value them at time […]
Do you hire employees with an expiry date?
A recent article in HRM revealed the results of a recent study on the loyalty of Canadian employees. 49% of those surveyed believed that 10 years is an appropriate length of time with an employer, while 57% said that the appropriate length of time with the same employer was 6 years or less. The role of Human Resources It’s certainly […]
Are you beyond the break-even point?
It’s Monday morning, you’re getting ready to present to one of your biggest clients. Your director of operations resigns, your administrative assistant calls in sick and you are made aware of a client’s complaint of assault from one of your employees. You didn’t see any of this coming, yet you need to manage these events. These moments are significant and […]
Make your people do work that matters
Freshii “helps people all over the world live healthier and longer lives by making healthy food affordable and convenient” says Ashley Dalziel, VP of people and culture at Freshii. Millennials comprise 98% of their headquarters staff, but their turnover is incredibly low. They owe it to millennials One thing Freshii does very well is understand the Millennials’ needs and wants […]
Job satisfaction doesn’t come from a hefty salary. It comes from a positive working environment with opportunities for career advancement, flexible hours and an open door policy. You Reputation Precedes You In order to attract top talent, you need to know the wants and needs of your employees. Your brand has to represent you, as an employer. Are you conservative? […]
Having trouble hiring the right people?
Did you know that you only get to know 10% of a person during a job interview? No matter what kind of business you’re running, finding the right employee is not an easy task. But you only realize how taxing this job is when you no longer recognize the people you hired three months into the job. Sounds familiar? You […]
Are you still biting your nails?
In a recent study, 73% of CEOs reported being concerned about the availability of key skills. Our article Win with Talent focuses on the importance of continually sourcing candidates. As a business owner, you don’t just need to compete effectively in this new war for talent. You need to win the war! Avoid being in the headlines Let me share […]
90 days to succeed in your new job
The actions you take within the first 90 days of a new job will largely determine whether you succeed or fail. It’s a time of great vulnerability, since you hardly know anyone and still have questions about your new job. If you don’t create some momentum during this period, you’ll face great difficulties. There are ways to smooth this transition […]
