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A recent study of nearly 40,000 companies in 41 countries in Q1-2012 shows 34 percent of employers reporting challenges in locating skilled workers to fill current open positions. Looking to the future, this may be just the tip of the iceberg. Forecasters here in Canada expect the pool of available […]
The Global Staffing Shortage – The Incredible Shrinking Workforce Read More »
It is not uncommon for professionals in any industry to focus their expertise outward; my hairdresser styles my hair perfectly while her own hair is most often thrown up into a careless ponytail; our landscaper gave us a magical curb appeal but his own is yet to be completed. The
Who is Mentoring Your HR? Read More »
For many, HR can be a boring topic, but the scenarios HR departments and business owners can face in their day-to-day operations can be the stuff of daytime dramas. However perception is often a reality, and so thoughts of HR policies and procedures are often left to the wayside when
The Impact of HR Policies on a Business Read More »
Even though Bill-139 came into effect December 1, 2008, there is still confusion about Public Holiday Pay requirements for temp workers. In an effort to avoid paying Public Holiday Pay wages to temps, some employers mistakenly cancel work shifts for their temp workers the day immediately before and the day
When Do Temp Workers Have to Be Paid Public Holiday Pay in Ontario? Read More »
I was speaking to a client a few weeks ago who is the Vice-President of Operations for a warehousing and distribution company with several facilities in the Toronto area. Our conversation was centered on the Ministry of Labour’s (MOL) compliance requirements and how it is getting increasingly difficult to stay
Are Your Supervisors Exposing You to Potential Workplace Liability? Read More »
Many employers dread the day they place an advertisement for skilled workers due to perceived shortages in the workforce. The notion of overpaying for potential hires or bringing on under qualified applicants can sour the stomachs of human resource professionals and managers alike. But there are many options available to
Don't Let a Shortage of Skilled Workers Hold You Back Read More »
Hiring temporary employees can be a stressful undertaking for even the most experienced of human resource professionals. There are many issues to consider when bringing on temp staff such as workplace culture, management requirements, production levels, and even the potential impact on permanent employees. Making the wrong decisions can be
Don't Pour Money Down the Drain Hiring the Wrong Temp Staff Read More »
Employee retention has long been a source of anxiety for managers looking to establish long term success and reliable performance. There are numerous factors that can lead to shorter than ideal employment cycles, many of which dealing with intangibles not readily apparent to most managers. But there are some key
How to Maximize Permanent Staff Retention Read More »
The recession took its toll and you have high expectations for the next few years as a business owner. You sense your business is not as strong as it was in the past probably because to survive you made many painful business decisions. You are expecting to recoup lost wealth
Employee Engagement? How About Owner Engagement ! Read More »
