Who Gets the Talent?
In assisting a client to find top notch technical talent through traditional on-line sources, we can definitely say it is an exercise in frustration.
A Human Capital Checkup
In honor of the Innovation Awards, it seems appropriate to discuss the critical importance of human capital.
Do You See Your People as Assets or Expenses?
Take a few minutes to ponder this question: Do you see your people as assets or expenses? We all might like to jump to the answer of assets but is it true?
Best Practices and the Bellagio Fountain
If you are an employee, take the proactive approach and seek out your manager to discuss where the company is headed. Find out how you can add more value.
6 Questions Predict People Success or Failure
No matter how sophisticated and technology-rich your company, it will not run without people.
Who Should You Follow? Choose Wisely.
In today's Amazon-impacted marketplace, customers appreciate suppliers and advisers who will go the extra mile to provide that above and beyond service. Just put yourself in their shoes.
Which Business Best Practices Do Top Notch Trusted Advisors See?
In my ProVisors ODAM (Ontario-hosted Distributors and Manufacturers group – don’t you love the play on words?) meeting this month, we discussed business best practices we’ve seen with our manufacturing and distribution clients.
The Eagles and Apprenticeships
Are you thinking about apprenticeships? It doesn't have to be as dramatic as an untimely death; there are many reasons you should be thinking many years down-the-line with your apprenticeship programs.
Do You Have Empowered Teams?
Empowering your teams can lead to improved customer service and business success. These strategies will help foster empowerment.
Why Does Employee Engagement Matter?
A disengaged workforce can cost you in productivity, profitability and lost customers. Engaging employees can be as simple as listening, giving feedback and removing obstacles to success.