Talent Optimization

What are Hidden Workers? Hidden workers are not hiding from employers or wishing to be excluded from employment. It’s quite the opposite. Hidden workers are people who want to work and actively seek employment but can’t seem to find any. Hidden workers may fail to find a job due to most hiring managers spotting their lack

Data analytics has proven to be a vital tool for companies across the globe. What used to retain criticism for not encompassing the ‘intangibles’ of business has now become the quantitative reasoning that drives more informed decision making in businesses. When CEO’s get on board and restructure into a data-oriented culture, profits have been shown

The term “Soft skills”, once deemed as an unnecessary aspect of the workplace, are now being sought after. Emotional intelligence, which represents many of the social skills we overlook, has a direct correlation to the strength of a leader. Studies have shown that the most effective leaders have a high emotional intelligence, that being four

There is no doubt that what economists are referring to as the ‘Great Resignation’ has been impacting companies across the globe. Following the pandemic, millions of workers have chosen to leave their jobs in pursuit of new roles. While the fear of COVID coupled with work mandates to stop the spread may have had a

The last couple years have been nothing short of a rollercoaster. Many now find themselves working from home instead of the office. Whether or not we’re working virtually, everyone has seen a change in their work environment, some more major than others. Changes, for better or worse, have brought immense amounts of stress on people.

In 2021, only about one-third of employee’s report being engaged in their work- this could be due to the shortage of “real” leaders in today’s society. Effective leaders “are visionaries who inspire innovation by motivating their employees to reach their top performance potential. Most often, this is accomplished through the creation of a shared vision to

Creating personal development goals for work can help you achieve success, increasing your value in your career. Improving weak areas can prove to current and potential employers that you can take on challenges to better yourself and your skills. Keep reading to learn more about what personal development goals are and how they can help

With the vast majority of Canadians still working at home or in a hybrid work environment, creating a welcoming and enthusiastic work environment presents a challenge to employers. To lead in the hybrid or remote workplace managers and directors alike need to understand this issue. In their article on using emojis to connect with a

In a recent blog from Adecco, the hiring process of many Canadian employers is put under speculation. Talent is in a scarcity during this labour crisis, creating a challenge for employers in finding qualified candidates to fill their positions. The high demand for talent has provided job seekers with leverage in being more selective of