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Reducing Risk: IT Considerations for Working from Home
Member Submission Back Reducing Risk: IT Considerations for Working from Home 24 April 2020 Submitted by Able It Inc. An IT perspective on how to reduce your company’s risk when you have to send employees to work from home. The last few weeks have been tough for many. We all share concerns of employee health,…
Read MoreSmall Business, Big Risks. Protect Yourself Before Extending Credit
Member Submission Back Small Business, Big Risks. Protect Yourself Before Extending Credit 16 April 2020 Blog submitted by Priority Credit Management Corp Cash flow is the lifeblood of any business—large or small. According to Industry Canada, the survival rate for small companies with one or more employees after five years is 60.5% whereas companies with…
Read MoreBusiness, not as usual
Member Submission Back Business, not as usual 10 April 2020 Blog submitted by Canadian Forces Liaison Council Employer support of reservists in time of pandemic In this challenging time of pandemic, it’s probably safe to say that business will not carry on as usual. Employers have much to be concerned about – employees’ health and…
Read MoreDialed In: 5 Virtual Onboarding Tips When Hiring Remote Workers
Member Submission Back Dialed In: 5 Virtual Onboarding Tips When Hiring Remote Workers 09 April 2020 Blog submitted by Robert Half Canada Many business leaders understand the importance of setting up new employees for success with an onboarding program. From Day 1, these programs are essential to conveying the corporate culture, helping employees fit in…
Read MoreDemystifying Home Rates
Member Submission Back Demystifying Home Rates 31 March 2020 Blog submitted by Allstate Insurance Company of Canada A home is one of the largest financial commitments a person will make, so you’ll want to make sure it is properly protected and that you get the full benefits of your coverage if and when you need…
Read MoreCOVID-19 & Mental Health
Member Submission Back COVID-19 & Mental Health 27 March 2020 Blog submitted by Powerful Play Experiences With COVID-19 now at the forefront of the minds of most Albertans, up-to-date and relevant information provided by our public health officials is essential. Accurate and vital information is driving home an increased sense of urgency to take preventative…
Read MoreWhen are we “too trustworthy” of our customers?
Member Submission Back When are we “too trustworthy” of our customers? 23 March 2020 Blog submitted by Priority Credit Management Corp Trust – But Verify The phrase “Trust-But Verify” comes from an old Russian proverb. Ironically in the 1980s, it was a favourite mantra of Ronald Reagan. Wikipedia defines it as “A form of advice…
Read MoreTax Deductions for Businesses
Member Submission Back Tax Deductions for Businesses 12 March 2020 Blog submitted by KBH Chartered Professional Accountants As a small business owner, you’re well aware of the fact that sometimes you need to spend money to make money. However, there is light at the end of the tunnel, as you are entitled to make certain…
Read MoreRoofing in the Winter
Member Submission Back Roofing in the Winter 02 March 2020 Blog submitted by Renovation Find While spring feels like it is right around the corner, we know that another blast of winter could be upon us. And currently, you suspect your business or house might have a leak in the roof. Whether the issue is…
Read MoreVacation Policies: Use it or lose it. We can do that, right?
Member Submission Back Vacation Policies: Use it or lose it. We can do that, right? 25 February 2020 Blog submitted by Elevated HR Solutions Like clockwork, I start receiving the annual question from employers on their vacation policies: “We have a use it or lose it policy. We can do that, right?” An initial disclosure,…
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