We all subscribe to the adage that it is cheaper to keep a current customer than to acquire a new one. The same premise applies to employees.
Recruiting new staff is a time consuming and expensive exercise that directly affects your bottom line.
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September 23rd, 2008
Employee turnover, how much is it costing you?
September 23rd, 2008
Job seekers in accounting and finance say respect on the job more important than salary
These days, when talented employees are becoming increasingly hard to find in the labour market, attracting the best people and keeping them motivated are hot topics for Canadian and Montréal businesspeople. During the 1990s, offering high wages was sufficient to keep a workforce satisfied and attract the most qualified talent.
Read MoreJuly 18th, 2008
Accounting labour market trends
People who work in accounting can be found in just about every field including not-for-profit organizations. Companies need people to get customers to buy products.
Read MoreJuly 9th, 2008
Job interview tactics
Job interview tactics can set you ahead. Acing a job interview begins long before you arrive at the hiring managers office. In todays competitive job market, the most diligent candidates take extra steps to distinguish themselves from the competition by planning ahead.
Read MoreFebruary 25th, 2008
Employee Surveys Yield Important Insights
Employee surveys can make your business more efficient, more attractive and more profitable. You may think everythings under control, but getting your employees input will give you a fuller picture of what’s working well and what areas of your organization might benefit from change.
Read MoreMay 29th, 2007
Application Forms Are Useful Screening Tools
The application form is an under-utilized tool for screening out undesirable applicants. Many employers treat it as a way to obtain contact information for the applicant and little more.
Read MoreMay 28th, 2007
Hire Smart: Staffing Strategically for Cost Effectiveness
Effective management of human resources is one of the most important elements of a competitive business. In lean times and periods of economic uncertainty, its especially critical to carefully monitor and manage your biggest expense: labour.
Read MoreMay 28th, 2007
Hiring – What not to do
A person who is able to the job, and willing to do the work. Someone with team spirit, and who is manageable. Someone who fits within the organizations culture, and is personally compatible with the organization and our current employees. An emotionally mature adult with sound and rational judgment. Thats all.
Read MoreDecember 18th, 2006
Fresh Ideas for 2006
Hiring the best talent on a consistent basis is an ongoing challenge for many organizations. As the business climate in BC steadily improves, hiring those who can live your companys core values and have a positive impact on customer satisfaction will be more important than ever.
Read MoreDecember 11th, 2006
Avoid Generational Clashes
Our Canadian workplace has become a playing field of competing viewpoints and values as four generations — Silents, Baby Boomers, GenXers and Millenials — share the same workspace. We need to propel our multi-generational resources into complementary ideals of work life and workplace, with respect for our associates and from “whence” they came. Can you identify the generational cues that drive your team?
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