HR BLOG

In recent years, job interviews have generated a significant amount of controversy — and a great deal of criticism. For example, an article in Psychology Today declares that job interviews are “unfair and useless,” and Vox warns that “interviews are a nightmare, and only getting worse.” At PIVOTAL, for decades […]

A growing number of employers are using AI-based tools to augment their recruitment process by, for example, generating job descriptions, customizing job postings, and automating candidate searches. Well, many job seekers are using AI tools as well to find their next job. But according to a new survey, some of […]

A new survey has revealed that only about 1 in 4 newly hired employees (26%) say that they felt informed, engaged, and confident during their onboarding experience. What is Employee Onboarding? Employee onboarding is the process of integrating a new employee into a company, covering everything from job training to […]

On October 28, 2024, Ontario’s Working for Workers Act Five, 2024 (Bill 190), received Royal Assent. It was introduced in the Ontario Legislature on May 6, 2024. — The Ontario Government has once again taken a significant step in championing the rights and well-being of its workforce with the recent […]

A  glance at the “Quick Facts” below makes it clear that there are advantages and disadvantages to both outsourcing and in-house sourcing HR services such as HR Management, HR Payroll Management, Recruiting and PEO or EOR services. For this reason, most workplaces are hybrid, depending on the scope of operations. […]

When it comes to Professional Employer Organizations (PEOs), there are a lot of misconceptions, particularly in the Canadian context. The top 3 PEO Myths (Top Ten Myths below): Myth #1: PEOs only benefit large companies. Many people believe that PEOs are only suitable for large corporations with substantial resources. In […]

In today’s competitive job market, attracting and retaining top talent requires more than just offering a competitive salary. A comprehensive benefits package can be a game-changer, but traditional one-size-fits-all benefits are no longer cutting it. Personalized benefits allow employees to tailor their benefits packages according to their individual needs. Whether […]

In sobering research,  93 percent of employees wanting to stay with their company long-term, 53 percent of employees believe changing jobs is necessary for career advancement. How can HR Managers retain employees despite a trend towards “job hopping” to get ahead? Quick Facts 93% of employees want to stay with […]

Psychological safety can be described as the belief that you won’t be punished or humiliated for speaking up with ideas, questions, concerns, or mistakes. In a workplace environment, this translates to a culture where you feel confident sharing your perspectives without fear of negative consequences. So, why is this crucial […]