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Employee Assistance Programs, when done correctly, can help you support your employee’s health and wellbeing. In HRchat episode 594, I talk with Dr. Jonas Eyford, CEO of Recharge Wellness, a company offering custom wellness programs for organizations across Canada. The firm provides an employee support service (to enhance or replace an EFAP), on-site clinics, and […]
HR professionals generally have an idea of the pros and cons of their own software systems; the functions they can and cannot perform, how well the systems are able to do some tasks, and how poorly they perform others. What’s less understood by users are the ins and outs of technology’s limitations – the why […]
I’m a long-time member of the Association for Talent Development (ATD), going back to 1992, when I joined the student chapter of the American Society for Training and Development (ASTD) at Sac State. Back then, we were still using transparencies on projectors to share content, and VHS was state-of-the-art for multimedia. (Things have come a […]
DisruptHR London Returns to Revolutionize HR for the Future World of Work Attention HR leaders and professionals! Get ready to ignite your passion for innovation and switch up the ways you approach Human Resources. DisruptHR London returns for its 18th edition on September 25th at Hult International Business School. This special edition event, produced in […]
As we bid farewell to another eventful Pride Month, it’s a fitting time for HR leaders to reflect on the significance of diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. Pride Month not only celebrates the LGBTQ+ community’s achievements and struggles but also reminds us of the importance of fostering an environment that embraces diversity. In this […]
In today’s digital era, businesses are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to revolutionize their operations, and the field of human resources (HR) is no exception. AI-generated content has emerged as a powerful tool that HR professionals can leverage to enhance their efficiency and productivity. By automating administrative tasks, improving candidate selection, personalizing employee development, […]
In episode 592 of the HRchat Podcast, we ask: How can we lead others to dive into the never-ending waves of change? My returning guest is Gregg Brown, an in-demand global speaker, and advisor. Gregg engages leaders all over the world to build the courage to dive into the never-ending waves of change. These audiences […]
New Canadian legal app LawVo, has announced the launch of its virtual, easy-to-use and transparent platform to help match clients with lawyers. With a mission of bringing “Better Law” to consumers, LawVo is making the legal industry more accessible as a simple and affordable one-stop-shop solution for finding tailored services. Designed to meet the complex and diverse […]
Today’s customers expect on-time delivery and consider this an essential factor for making a repeat purchase. Such metrics are even more important for a field service business where on-time delivery is vital for business profitability and customer satisfaction. A critical way to improve service delivery timelines is to optimize scheduling and dispatching workflows via digitization. […]
5 Ways a Wellness Solution Boosts Engagement Engagement is more than just a buzzword in today’s workforce. Companies are putting more resources than ever into employee-first initiatives to improve engagement. Why? People are burnt out, and the data backs that up. One Gallup study revealed two-thirds of employees are experiencing some level of burnout on […]