Posts Tagged ‘Employees’

News and articles for November 2, 2010

Tuesday, November 2nd, 2010

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Keep an Eye Out for Abusive Entitled Employees

Some employees have a warped view of the amount of praise and rewards they are entitled to, and if they don’t get what they think they deserve, they may resort to unwarranted and disruptive behaviours. Worse, attempting to discuss the issues with entitlement-minded individuals may increase their job frustration and exacerbate the situation, according to new research. Here’s some insight into these inflated egos and how your company’s managers can deal with them.

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Win the War to Keep Tech Specialists

Don’t force your best technical workers to choose between quitting and entering the ranks of management. Here are a few tips on how to create positions that IT experts want to fill.

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Finding Inexpensive Solutions to Going Green

Making tangible environment improvements, and thereby improving your company’s image, can be less difficult and expensive than you think. It all begins with the 3Rs: Reducing, Reusing and Recycling. Click “Full Article” for some ideas and examples on how using this “Waste Hierarchy” can help boost your company’s bottom line — and its reputation — without spending a fortune.

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News and articles for September 20, 2010

Monday, September 20th, 2010

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Keep Your Company’s Secrets and Customers

The recent lawsuit Hewlett-Packard filed against its former CEO highlights the corporate concern that businesses will lose confidential information and customers if certain employees leave to take jobs with competitors. Some companies try to ease their worries by including non-compete and other restrictive clauses in written employment contracts. If your organization uses that tactic, get legal advice to bolster the likelihood that the agreements will hold up in court. Here is a look at the three-pronged test the Supreme Court of Canada laid out to address this issue.

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Trim Training Costs With a Playbook for Employees

Here’s a smart way to reduce employee training costs and gain valuable insight into your company’s operations at the same time.

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Pull the Plug on Employee Theft

Sticky fingers erode profits, create losses — and in some cases, even cause bankruptcy. Be vigilant and you can stop thieves in their tracks. Here are 18 ways to go about it.

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News and articles for July 27, 2010

Tuesday, July 27th, 2010

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Brainstorming: Study Raises Questions

Is there a better way to find ideas? Recent research identifies a weakness in traditional group brainstorming. The study implies that the technique may not be the best way to generate creative, new concepts. Here is what the study showed and tips on how your company can hold effective sessions.

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Be a Hands-On Manager to Maximize Profits

Nobody leads better than you. Delegation, of course, is smart managing, but there are times when it’s definitely better to take charge than leave the details to someone else. Here’s a look at how getting down there with your employees can boost productivity and provide that motivational push to your staff.

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Outsourcing: Eight Steps to Help Mitigate Risks

In today’s business world, most companies outsource some tasks. Many of them send work overseas. Outsourcing can save money, and in some cases, even save some companies from going out of business. But whether you outsource abroad or up the street, there can be risks involved. Here are some of the potential problems, as well as eight ways to help mitigate the risks.

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News and articles for March 8, 2010

Monday, March 8th, 2010

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Don’t Overlook Tax Deductions and Credits You Can Claim

Avoid unnecessary taxes by providing your accountant with all the information necessary to get the federal breaks you are entitled to and use them to your best advantage. Here’s is a breakdown of the most commonly forgotten ways to lower your taxes. Your accountant will know if there are comparable provincial breaks and whether it makes financial sense to transfer or combine certain tax credits with a spouse or common-law partner.

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Make Sure Your Employees Make the Connection

Employees should be aware of how their duties translate into profits for the company. In other words, how they fit into the big picture. Click “Full Article” for some ways to help them make the connection.

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Pull the Plug on Employee Theft

Sticky fingers erode profits, create losses — and in some cases, even cause bankruptcy. Be vigilant and you can stop thieves in their tracks. Here are 18 ways to go about it.

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News and Articles for December 28, 2009

Monday, December 28th, 2009

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Take Stock of Your Financial Situation

RRSP season and income tax time are just around the corner, so it’s a good time to gather all your financial and estate planning data and compile it into an inventory. The list will be invaluable as you plan your estate, prepare tax returns and apply for financing. As well, it will give your family a helpful guide in the event of your death. Click “Full Article” for a rundown on what to include.

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Keep Top Talent on Board

Giving leeway to employees helps build an effective staff. A desirable environment combines a focused, flexible atmosphere with open communication and challenging work. Here are some smart, family-friendly elements to help your company retain top employees.

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Maintain Liquidity by Minimizing Credit Risk

Liquidity is core to the viability of any business. To help ensure that your enterprise’s liquidity remains healthy, click “Full Article” for some important procedures to bolster customer credit applications and collect accounts receivable.

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News and articles for June 1, 2009

Monday, June 1st, 2009

Grab the Low-Interest Advantage

The prescribed interest rate set by Canada Revenue Agency is at an all-time low, presenting some tax-minimizing opportunities. Here’s a review of two strategies as well as a discussion on whether the recent Bank of Canada rate cut makes this a good time to refinance your mortgage.

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Strategies to Augment Your Company’s Income

Flexibility and creativity can help your business get through a recession and even rebound as a stronger company. All it takes is finding new ways to use resources you already have. Here are some examples that might spark ideas at your company to augment its bottom line during these tough economic times.

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You May Be a ‘U.S. Person’ When It Comes to Offshore Accounts

The IRS has expanded its reach into Canada. Although you may have no tax obligations in the U.S. you may be required to disclose certain non-U.S. financial accounts to the American tax agency. Here is a review of the revised reporting regulations and how they may affect you.

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Learn From Departing Employees

Exit interviews can provide important inside information about your company that can help you make changes and manage your staff better. Here’s a questionnaire to give to departing employees as well as some strategies on how to get them to tell the whole truth from their perspective.

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Avoid Unhappy Returns

Refund fraud hits retailers every day and the costs mount up. While you want to prevent this form of theft, you also don’t want to take actions that can anger your loyal customers and tarnish your reputation for excellent customer service. Click “Full Article” for tips on how these fraudsters work and how to reduce their success at your business.

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