Whether or not you are living with a mental illness, the festive period can be a difficult and stressful time for some – particularly in the workplace. HR professionals report a rise in employment complaints, absences, poor performance and conflict around this time of year, which is unsurprising given the added pressure put on employees…
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The average person in the UK checks their phone every 12 minutes, cementing the fact that smartphones are engrained within the 21st-century culture. It is not just social media that is at our fingertips as work emails and office-based tools are just a click away. In the quest to create a relaxed office environment, many are…
You have showcased an impressive C.V, navigated your way through the interview stages and celebrated receiving a job role. However, the hard work has only just begun as you approach the task of negotiating a salary. Discussing money can seem somewhat taboo in the UK as an air of awkwardness will inevitably ensure. The prospect…
Did somebody say unlimited holidays? Believe it or not, the concept does actually exist in some industries and it’s becoming more popular amongst employers. But despite the rise in popularity of unlimited holiday policy schemes across the UK and the increased conversation around work-life balance needing more attention, taking too many holidays is still frowned…
I’m very passionate about our employees’ happiness and well-being. I also believe that having a set of shared values, as well as a strong company culture, is central to people’s happiness at work. As CEO, I take personal responsibility for my employees’ well-being and tied to that is the fact that our values are in…
Attracting talent to a region—in this case, Ottawa—rather than an individual company requires a unique approach and special attention to your region’s strengths, international reputation, and potential. Natalie MacArthur is Director of Talent Attraction at Invest Ottawa. Have a listen to the episode below, keep reading for a summary and be sure to subscribe to…
We’ve all been there. The clock strikes 5:00 pm, you’re ready to leave work, make it to that evening fitness class and have some time to yourself with what’s left of the rest of your evening. But you still have tasks to complete. You finish what you can in a hurry and leave only to…
Despite being a celebratory month for all in the working world, the month of December can pose some additional challenges for employers and employees alike. Namely, how to ensure productivity and targets don’t fall to the wayside as we juggle workload with personal commitments, which can range from social events to purchasing presents and budgeting.…
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Purposeful Productivity
Work matters to your people and they want their work to matter in the world. Finding that alignment enhances fulfillment at work, leading to increased productivity, innovative and creative working, and means employees are more likely to stay in the role. Sounds idealistic? Here’s what Richard Branson has to say about it: “I think if…