You don’t have to go far to find an Inc.com or Forbes.com business article that extolls the benefits of reading to improve your leadership, communication or management skills. You also don’t have to go far to find articles that say…
Has this happened to you? You hire a new employee and they are doing great! They are eager, competent and picking up on the work really quickly. You like working with them and things seem to be going great! Then,…
We’re all guilty at times of getting laser-focused on a project at work and forgetting to look up from the computer screen for hours on end. While we know we should get up and walk around every 45 minutes or…
The Sick Leave Conundrum Sick Leave vs. PTO – How to Manage and What to Offer One of the common questions we receive is about sick leave and personal time off (PTO) and what should be offered to employees. Before…
We all know that dating a co-worker probably isn’t the best idea. If it ends, the best-case scenario involves awkward daily interactions with an ex. The worst-case scenario could end in allegations of sexual harassment. From a management perspective, in…
Are you dealing with the elephant in the room? Hear the term “sexual harassment” and every employer breaks into a cold sweat. Nobody wants to think that their team members are capable of behaving in less-than-admirable ways, and the feelings…
It’s that time of year again… While some say it’s the most wonderful time of the year, the holidays can also be an incredibly high-stress time for employees. There’s no getting around the fact that it’s a demanding season for…
Did you know there is a way you can support your employees as they address life’s challenges in a safe, non-judgmental and confidential manner? It’s called an Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and it is an important component to…
It’s October again, and we all know what that means…cozy sweaters, jack-o-lanterns, crunchy leaves, frosted windshields, Halloween candy testing our willpower, and, of course, Healthy Workplace Month! At Engaged HR, we work hard every month to promote health in the…
Many British Columbians were forced to flee from their homes this summer due to the devastating wildfires that ravaged communities across the province. While the distressing effects to individuals affected by the mandatory evacuations may be apparent, something that might…