HR Blog
Is it Time to Ditch the Office?
Remote work… Determining whether it’s a viable option for your business, and doing it right! A few weeks back, we discussed a number of HR priorities for 2019. One of those was the ever-increasing trend towards flexible work arrangements–not justMore >
Looking Forward: What are the HR Priorities in 2019?
HR priorities and challenges for 2019–How do they align with your organization’s priorities for the coming year? We’re now well on our way into another year, and as you set your intentions/goals for 2019, it’s also a good time toMore >
Have You Registered for the Employer Health Care Tax?
The BC Employer Health Care Tax is in effect – Do you know how it applies to your organization? As you may know, Medical Services Plan (MSP) premiums are slated to be eliminated, effective January 1, 2020. Given the impactMore >
Plotting your 2019 Goal-Achieving Journey
Welcome to 2019! Late last year, we wrote about the importance of setting intentions and how they differ from, but are the fuel behind, goals and objectives. Moving into January, it’s time to start linking goals and objectives to yourMore >
Happy Holidays in 2018!
This holiday season, each Jouta team member was given funds to donate to the cause of their choice. Here’s how we distributed our gifts. I Love First Peoples (ILFP) empowers Indigenous children and youth to succeed through education and toMore >
Start with Intention, the Goals Will Follow…
Over our last several posts, you’ve heard us talk a fair bit about intention and intent. This is no accident, and we don’t use the word flippantly. In fact, we feel that intention is, or should be, the driving forceMore >
Ready to Party?
So, you’re hosting a workplace holiday party… Do you know why? Get clear on your intent and avoid common pitfalls. Holiday party season is quickly approaching, and for workplaces this can lead to much anxiety – not only about planningMore >
Is Your Handbook Achieving What it Should?
Much has changed in employment legislation, and likely, so have your practices… has your handbook kept up? As 2018 rolls into the final stretch, think back over the last year. How much change did your organization undergo, either strategically orMore >
Cool Down the Chatter About Pay
Managing & Communicating Salary Decisions Doesn’t Have to be Rocket Science. Last week, we discussed the 2019 salary increase projections, as well as the importance of having a clearly defined and communicated compensation philosophy/structure. This week, we look more closelyMore >
2019 Salary Increases – Aligning Projection with Practice
The 2019 Salary Increase Projections are in! What and how will you pay your employees in the coming year? Based on three large annual compensation surveys – each of which gathered data from 360+ employers across Canada (Aon’s Canada SalaryMore >