Set your Employees up to Swim, not Sink
Onboarding (which includes orientation) is the process by which new employees are taught about, coached, and trained on the “world of a given organization”. It’s an ongoing process where position, employment and organizational information (including culture, vision, and values) isMore >
Addressing COVID-somnia
The events of the last six months have undoubtedly impacted all of us, in some way or another. Not least of these impacts, for many, is sleep. Whether related to concerns about returning to the workplace, uncertainty about what theMore >
The Power of Language
Few of us would deny the power of language, and yet, most of us regularly use words and terms without thought to their origins. Indeed, some of that power comes from the fact that language can be so entrenched thatMore >
Summer Fun in the COVID Era
What’s that we see? Is that… wow, is that the sun? And is that forecast really showing sun across the lower mainland for the next few weeks? Could it be that summer is actually, finally here? All joking aside, it’sMore >
10 Steps for a Stand-out Hiring Process
While many organizations have had to cut back on staff over the last several months, many others are continuing to hire – either due to replacements, growth or new areas of focus/needing to do things differently as a result ofMore >
Nothing About Us Without Us
The occurrences of the last month have been difficult to truly comprehend for many of us. There have been and continue to be protests, uprising and demands for change across North America (and beyond) – all of which are educatingMore >
Eased Restrictions = New Wave of Uncertainty
As you undoubtedly know, May 19th marked the start of Phase 2 of BC’s Restart Plan. This plan indicates that many non-essential workplaces (including office-based worksites, retail, recreation, restaurants, salons, etc.) can re-open with specific health and safety protocol inMore >
COVID-19: Nuts & Bolts of Returning to Work
Last week, our post addressed the reflective and philosophical aspects that we feel are necessary for every workplace to consider prior to tackling the nuts and bolts we discuss today. While nothing has yet changed in terms of legislation inMore >
COVID-19: Defining Your New Normal
Across Canada (specifically within BC), we’ve been watching the COVID-19 curve remain relatively flat for some time. We’ve acted quickly, taken solid measures and are collectively beginning to feel more positive and hopeful. This has led to much discussion andMore >
COVID-19: Know the Facts and Be Prepared
The topic on everyone’s mind and in all the news/social media feeds is of course COVID-19, especially now that it has been declared a pandemic. There has been much information provided about the risks and steps workplaces should take andMore >