Smart HR

Effective #talentmanagement will be a key indicator for successful businesses in the future. How do you increase retention and reduce turnover? Read this CloserIQ article below to find out how: https://lnkd.in/gbRAPeK

Our client is hiring! For more information about the jobs & how to submit your application go to https://www.smart-hr.ca/jobpostings/

Stress can be triggered by different factors and can manifest itself differently for each individual. As a manager or employer, it is important to reflect on what can cause stress within your team and what you can reduce stress and increase wellness in your workplace. Here’s a great resource with information on this topic: https://www.ccohs.ca/oshanswers/psychosocial/stress.html

2020 forced us to shift our perspective and rethink our workspaces and companies. With this in mind, what are the trends that emerged in 2020 that we see growing in the coming year? Check this article out for the answer!... https://www.smart-hr.ca//2021-what-employment-trends-shou/

Join me in my guest appearance on WestShore Business Radio at 4:30pm this afternoon. Looking forward to chatting with hosts Kelly Darwin and John Juricic on all things business on the WestShore.

The third cohort for the Smart Leadership Academy is now underway. We're thrilled to join another group of amazing leaders growing their leadership confidence and competence over the next six months. This journey is about gaining new perspectives, growing new skills, finding practical tools, and developing habits that will assist them in taking their organizations to the next level. It's never been more important to hone the leadership skills that will be required as we move... into a new era of employee engagement and retention in a post-covid world. Want more information about the Academy? Click to download an info package: shorturl.at/rwCF4 Interested in joining our September cohort? We are currently accepting enrolments for the September 2021 session. Click to enrol: shorturl.at/cAZ89

Referencing a great culture, Patrick Lencioni says, We’re not talking about organic cafes and dog friendly offices. A functional culture must have cohesive leadership who provide a clear vision. They must communicate well and provide a level of structure. Building great teams and organizational cultures doesn’t happen by itself. This article provides some great insights on how.

Care is at the root of it all. From increasing engagement, to positively impacting customer experience, to impacts on your bottom line, it all starts with care as a culture. #workplaceculture #leadership

As second wave predictions begin to come true, businesses are wondering if they are ready for another setback. This article suggests that learning from past mistakes can help business owners assess their initial response at the start of the pandemic to better protect their workplace health and safety going forward.

September has always been my favourite month. I was one of those strange children who couldn’t wait to start shopping for school supplies and loved going back to school. September always felt like a new beginning. I’m excited to launch the second cohort of the Smart Leadership Academy this morning. I’m looking forward to the shared learning, camaraderie, and professional growth that we will be experiencing over the next six months together. If you are interested in learning more, or checking out the cohort beginning in January, send me a message. I’d love to chat. #leadership #leadershipdevelopment

In light of recent events around the world, it’s good to revisit how discrimination can still be impacting people in our lives and workplaces, even unintentionally. This article provides some food for thought.

How are you doing during these unprecedented times? How has it been trying to work from home? As BC nears the end of the most restrictive phase of COVID-19, I've compiled some of my reflections and ideas about productivity while working from home.

Josh Bersin says, "There's no going back". Post COVID-19, we will be conducting business differently. Here are some insights that may help as you think about the future of your business. #COVID19 #leadership

How can you persevere as a leader during these trying times? I've put together some of my thoughts on self-care, positivity, connection, and learning in this article. #leadership #leadershiplessons #covid19

What parts of "normal" do you want to return to when all of this has settled? Have a look at my article that talks about how as business owners, now is a better time than ever to think critically, plan, create, and communicate.

"In a turbulent, changing, challenging, environment, only those leaders who are committed to personal sustainability will survive and thrive." Take a look of my latest article on LinkedIn, highlighting what makes a successful leader today, especially amid these difficult, uncertain times.

So many businesses are responsibly asking employees to work from home, but if you've never done this before, you are likely to have some concerns around how to ensure productivity and engagement during this time. This article provides some helpful ideas.

The BC Government is taking a stand against domestic and sexual violence.

Getting ready for day 2 of the Smart Leadership Academy at the Oswego Hotel. There’s always a bit of mystery in the room before the learners arrive. You never know what magic will happen when a group of like minded people gathers to collaborate and grow their skills. Today we’ll be digging deeper into self awareness - a critical leadership skill.

Keep employee morale merry and bright during the holiday season!

Great article. Love seeing the "human" in Human Resources.

As we continue on with the weekend, try and be cognizant of the signs of burnout and intentional about scheduling fun into your life. #burnout #burnoutprevention #stress

Excited to be part of the WWBN event this month. Join us next week - Nov 28 - to explore how to live and work in alignment with what's most important to you! #worklifebalance #womeninbusiness

Have a look at my latest article to hear my take on how important effective leadership at your company can be. #leadership

Managing change is an essential skill for leaders in any organization. This infographic provides a great list of questions to consider when embarking on a change. If you’re looking for a great opportunity to get inspired on how to change your business for the better in 2020, make sure you check out the SOHO Summit on October 10th. I’m thrilled to be speaking at the Summit on how to improve your communication to create a stronger team, a more harmonious workplace and greater... understanding in all your relationships (https://sohovictoria.com/agenda). Join us for a fun, inspiring, and productive day! #SOHOSummit

Everyone’s talking about recruiting and retaining millennials in today’s workforce. I’m moderating a session at SOHO Victoria (www.sohovictoria.com) on October 10th on this topic. With a great panel of experts, come learn what’s really important to millennials and gain some strategies on keeping great talent on your team. Click below for more details.

I have the privilege of being one of this year's SOHO speakers on October 10. Join me to learn how you can adapt your communication style to reduce frustration and get along with everyone in your work and personal life. (https://lnkd.in/ecaF-EM) I'll also be moderating an interesting panel on Recruiting and Retaining Millenials. This is one small business conference you don't want to miss (https://sohovictoria.com)! I hope you'll join us on October 10th!

I've dug into why technology is the key to fostering engaged employees in my latest LinkedIn article. #technolgy #workplaceengagement

Time and time again, we hear about the importance of soft skills. Learn more about leadership skills and the launch of our leadership academy here: https://www.smart-hr.ca/workshops-2/