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The value and risks of company picnics

On 20 July 2014

Get to know your employees and their families through teambuilding events. It’s important to create a working environment that is fun and exciting for both employees and management and one way of doing so is to plan...

Employee wellness programs

On 13 July 2014

Designed to bring employees together to share the benefits of health and fitness. The benefits of employee wellness programs are becoming more evident and as a result, an increasing number of businesses are...

Introducing Employee Engagement Surveys

On 6 July 2014

Get immediate feedback from employees regarding their opinions on the workplace with our new Employee Engagement Surveys – completed via iPad. With the introduction of the new Employee Engagement Surveys,...

Safety tip: Prevent heat exhaustion as summer approaches

On 29 June 2014

Managers’ responsibility to keep employees safe from heat exhaustion. With summer already off to a start, we can expect to see high temperatures very soon. As a manager, implement specific strategies to ensure your...

The key components of a personnel file

On 22 June 2014

Having organized and well maintained personnel files is very important. Personnel files are created for all employees upon hire and hold important and confidential information about the employee. These files hold...

Training & Development: Teambuilding

On 16 June 2014

There’s more to work than just deadlines and assignments; camaraderie between employees is vital for your company’s success. Open communication amongst employees is essential to creating a positive and...

Training & Development: Performance evaluations

On 9 June 2014

Communication is vital when it comes to your employees’ performance. Motivation and appreciation are two important components that lead to better productivity. Acknowledging your employee’s efforts and taking...

Safety Tip: Ergonomics

On 2 June 2014

Good ergonomics are key to a healthy workplace. Effective ergonomics in the workplace can benefit both employees and your business by providing physical comfort, thereby improving morale and productivity. Ergonomics...

Reminder: Minimum wage increasing in July – prepare now!

On 27 May 2014

Effective July 1, 2014, minimum wage increases to $9.00 per hour. It is imperative that you become familiar with the minimum wage requirements in California and comply with them in a timely manner. Recognize this...

Maintaining a non-union environment: Employee relations

On 19 May 2014

Proactive and effective employee relations are critically important to maintaining a non-union work environment. Satisfied employees who feel as though their voices have been heard are less likely to seek out a third...