Best Practices to Avert Layoffs
Companies may lay off employees for various reasons, such as budget cuts, restructuring, mergers and acquisitions, changes in business strategy,
Companies may lay off employees for various reasons, such as budget cuts, restructuring, mergers and acquisitions, changes in business strategy,
It’s a given that investment in the stock market will come with challenges and ups and downs. Nevertheless, as an
Running a business is stressful, especially when inevitable issues arise, as part of the business procedure. Being the leader, you
Being in charge of your business/organization comes with understanding of what kind of results you expect. Always remember that it
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Being in charge of any organization comes with a sense of pride and self-respect, but at the same time, there
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In today’s competitive business landscape, building a solid company culture is fundamental for attracting and retaining top talent, fostering employee
Many associate retirement as an opportunity to relax and unwind after decades of toiling. Nevertheless, have you ever wondered if
From plumes to typewriters to computers, as beneficial as technology can be, some employers hesitate to embrace it. This resistance
Arun Sundararajan is the Harold Price professor of entrepreneurship, and professor of tech, operations, and statistics at NYU. Arun studies
Canada may enter a recession soon. The quick, steep rise of inflation is something that hasn’t been seen since 1981.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the way we work and live. AI aims to replicate and bypass human intelligence by
Todd Davis has been a key figure at Franklin Covey for over 29 years, and his work has significantly influenced
Within the progressing environment of global economics, a transformative shift is taking place— one that sees happiness and well-being as
In recent years, a new wave of start-ups has been making headlines, not just for their innovative products and services,
When it comes to attracting and retaining your customers nowadays, well, most people want and appreciate a little humanity from
Jeremy Blain is determined to help the current generation of CEOs bridge the gap in our digital era. The CEO
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Stepping into a new position can be intimidating. Especially when that new position is in leadership, and you are young.
Everything around us is affected by science, from the digital alarm clock that wakes us up to the asphalt we
Today, a start-up can launch overnight. Products and services can be developed through global suppliers or purchased from wholesalers or
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In our globalized marketplace, and ever-increasing multicultural population, it’s imperative to be aware of how different people from different cultures
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Dee Boswell-Buck works closely with women-led businesses to help transform their marketing on LinkedIn, allowing her clients to grow their
Leadership is an organization’s driving force. It dictates culture and productivity, and everything should trickle from the top down. But
There are many benefits to maintaining your employees’ health and wellness, from increased efficiency to an overall happier staff. There
Starting a business isn’t easy; you will face many challenges that you will have to confront successfully. That’s why you
Wendy Law, Deputy City Manager, Administrative Services and City Solicitor for the City of Vaughan, has nearly two decades of
If you enjoy immersing yourself in a good story or have aspired to become a fiction writer, then you need
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Jan Kestle, Founder and President of Environics Analytics, has been a trailblazer in the marketing information industry for over four
A responsible leadership role in business is one of the most potentially influential acts globally, especially during significant social, political,
A scandal is bad for businesses of any size, but for small businesses or startups it can be devastating. Silicon
Isadore Sharp is founder and chairperson of the Four Seasons Hotels chain, located in 33 countries, with 99 hotels –
It is no surprise that millennial leaders have impacted society, given their current position as the largest generational adult population.
Starting a business is an inherently risky venture, regardless of where you are in the world. Many businesses fail within
When it comes to tourism, that industry’s stakeholders – travel agents, resorts, and airlines among them – are primarily united
Sir Richard Branson described cash flow with the perfect metaphor, calling it “the lifeblood of business.” If we want to
Collaboration is a huge part of working. Not all work can be completed independently or in a silo, and so
In recent years, the tourism industry has experienced a transformation driven by a growing awareness of environmental issues and the
Urbanization — the process of developing cities and building new ones — promises work opportunities, schools, and better access to
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The business world moves fast. One week, a company is the crowning jewel of its industry and the next it’s
Who thought that having too many job options could be a bad thing? While it may be a win for
For CEOs, summer is an excellent opportunity to catch up on some reading if you’re seeking inspiration, new strategies, or
A powerful brand says much about you. After all, it has the power to sell your company. A strong brand
For most of us, we tend to split life up into three distinct stages. Childhood and education, working, and retirement.
According to the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC), “finances continue to be the greatest source of stress for Canadians,
Dr. Randal Pinkett is a leading authority in strategic investments, visionary leadership, and adaptive business practices. Though he first gained
It’s common knowledge that Canada’s economy is powered by entrepreneurs including SMME (Small Medium and Micro Enterprises) which are often
Becky Wright and Kelsey MacDermaid, the Canadian duo behind The Sorry Girls Inc., have captured the hearts of a vast
With any business, big or small, there comes a time when revenue growth needs to be considered. Since the pandemic
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is a hugely important part of a company’s branding and business practices. CSR refers to a
Partnerships often play an essential role in helping an organization grow and profit. They can extend opportunities to establish important
Display marketing involves the use of display ads, with the aim of reaching potential consumers on the internet who may
The day Senator James Inhofe held up a snowball inside the chambers of the US Congress to disprove climate change,
Should corporations be socially responsible? The 2003 documentary The Corporation, co-written by Canadian law professor Joel Bakan, made a big
Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg famously once said, “Move fast and break things,” in 2009. As we all know, much has changed
“Corporate social responsibility is measured in terms of businesses improving conditions for their employees, shareholders, communities, and environment. But moral
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is a business management model designed to hold organizations accountable to its employees, stakeholders, customers and
Preparing for retirement can be challenging. There are so many questions you need to ask, not to undermine checking your
Being a part of a young, hungry start-up is exciting. The camaraderie and energy developed by a small team working
When one pictures a start-up company, what may come to mind is a large industrial space with ping-pong tables, free
Creativity is seeing what others see and thinking what no one else ever thought. We all know a creative mind
Leadership is an oft-defined and widely studied concept. A cursory search of popular leadership quotes will produce definitions such as,
With the world in a state of economic downturn, everyone is feeling the effects. The fallout from the pandemic, the
Since the early 2010s, more and more research studies and articles have been popping up about the negative impacts that
With the advancements in technology, threats to information have been on the increase. From a small-scale business to multi-level corporations,
It’s no secret that the global workforce is currently facing a labour shortage. With baby boomers retiring en masse, it
The Poet Laureate of Ontario title was created in memory of the iconic poet and The Tragically Hip frontman, Gord
Leading is hard. Especially when you are leading a large or multi-disciplinary team. So, how do effective leaders communicate so
With the continuous increase in the prices of essentially everything, many Canadians still can’t get over sticker shock. Just a
When it comes to entrepreneurship in Canada, women are the main drivers. However, data from the Business Development Bank of
A lot of people would attribute the opportunities they’ve received to who they know. Who you know matters both in
Even if you’ve never heard of it, there is a very good chance that you’ve fallen victim to sunk-cost fallacy
As the pandemic took a toll on the job market, many entrepreneurs found new ways to make money. The dream
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There are many areas of life today where having someone to aspire to or seek advice from is both necessary
A good code of conduct is an important part of a company’s structure. It outlines how employees, managers, supervisors, and
Tax season has started, and most businesses are preparing to file their 2023 tax returns. However, due to a lack
Company culture means more than free snacks, good vacation days, and Christmas parties. It is all about how you interact
A start-up ecosystem denotes the network of research and service organizations, incubators and accelerators, advisors and mentors, entrepreneurs, various stage
If you’ve succeeded in getting your company out of debt, do you think you could do the same for an
History is cyclical. Many of us think of COVID-19 as a big one-off, but in reality, those who work in
Dr. Hasan Akram is the CEO of Matrickz GmbH, an automotive software company specializing in safety solutions, and is the
Political policies can impact businesses in several ways. When regional laws and regulations change abruptly, this can impact the growth
The relationship between culture and economics is a complex and fascinating one. “Culture” refers to the shared patterns of beliefs,
What do businesses like Meta, Dell Computers, Apple, eBay, and Microsoft have in common? They all started out with humble
Effective leadership extends beyond strategy and vision, and leaders now face the complex challenge of navigating a global landscape characterized
An “Only” is a person who is the only representative of a certain minority group in a workplace. This could
Expanding your company’s outreach has a great number of advantages. It can increase your business’ competitiveness, it broadens your consumer
Starting a business in the hospitality industry is not an easy feat, particularly because of the challenges confronting the industry
Under great leadership, a company can grow, thrive, and expand. And although a mediocre leader probably won’t do much to
If your company has recently found some success, then you’ll want to follow some of these steps in order to keep that momentum going strong.
Meghan McPeak’s passion for basketball and broadcasting started at a young age. It continued during her time at Humber College
Millions of people have heard Chris Gardner’s inspirational talks. They come to hear lessons from the lives he’s lived as
Growth hacking is the different methods companies use to grow their business. It’s usually used by companies without much startup
Meet Emma Todd (aka, the Crypto-Queen)–CEO of MMH Technology Group. MMH deals with data systems, consulting, communications, and events for
Consultants sometimes have a bad reputation with management experts, and often face criticism regarding the cost of a few weeks
There are few business ventures as exciting and rewarding as franchising. If done correctly, it is a proven way to
In finance, diversification is the process of investing and distributing your company’s finances in ways that will maximize their return
Shannon Katschilo is a recognized name in the tech and innovation sector as a pioneer and champion for customer and
With countless brands vying for consumers’ attention, understanding the essentials of effective advertising can be the difference between obscurity and
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With the pandemic moving into the rear-view mirror, and businesses reflecting on the skills and experience they have gained in
Countries with a robust, fast-growing economy can provide powerful lessons to other developing lands. Many of the world’s developing lands
Poor leadership can come in many forms. Sometimes someone in power enacts a law that negatively affects the general public,
Consumer savings can stimulate economic growth through a number of channels. The primary reason is that disposable income leads to
Starting an e-commerce business is no small task; there are many demands that need to be met, both temporal and
The non-parity between Canadian business women and men when it comes to the nation’s boardrooms remains a topic of focus.
In statements on successive days, Canada’s Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, as well as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance,
The reality of entrepreneurship is that once you’ve founded your company, someone is going to have to manage it. You
There’s a lot of talk about the importance of marketing automation these days. But how much of that is hype,
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Agriculture is an industry that feels like it hasn’t experienced much change over the decades. It’s as if farmers are
Roya Rahmani’s story is one of inspiration – from growing up in war-torn Afghanistan, to making strides in her many
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The path to successful entrepreneurship is filled with adventures and challenges. As a small business owner, you will need to
For entrepreneur, author, Co-Founder & CEO of Business Brothers, Purdeep Sangha, coaching and consulting businessmen was a natural choice. From
Entrepreneurs are always looking for ways to expand their business. Taking your business to the next level means exploring new
The climate crisis remains an urgent priority to Canadians. After all, it is an existential threat to the well-being of
Jeet Banerjee was not even 30 when he started—and sold—two successful companies. Born and raised in California, Banerjee created his
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Canadians face a lot of barriers to becoming homeowners or buying commercial property. There are high interest rates, bidding wars,
The current rate of inflation has mainly been driven by pent-up demand after COVID-19, which has overwhelmed supply and been
Not everyone can be a master at digital marketing. But understanding it and recognizing mistakes can go a long way
Times have changed, and people have evolved from a “work hard” mentality to a “work smart” mindset. Time is money,
Corporate social responsibility — or simply CSR — refers to the self-regulated accountability that a company has to its customers
Innovative companies are game changers; they are constantly pushing the limits by trying bright ideas and offering new products and
Business enterprises form the backbone of the Canadian economy. However, they often need help controlling cash flow and managing expenses
Rick Dhillon went from property accounting to the lucrative world of real estate in 2005. Now, he’s a successful real
With the pandemic almost over, employees still face the harsh reality of rolling layoffs. Recently, some of the biggest tech
Thought leadership was first coined as a buzzword in 1994 by Strategy+Business founder Joel Kurtzman, but what started as business
For Sam Oosterhoff, growing up on the family farm meant no job was too big or too small. It meant
Jasmine Lee always knew she wanted to own property, but when she purchased her first house, the experience with her
Have you ever thought about what the super-rich do with their billions? It can be a mind-boggling question, but contrary
According to the United Nations data, around 70 billion land animals are slaughtered each year for food. Most of these animals
With the advent of global warming, increased drought, heat waves, and rising sea levels, climate change is on everybody’s mind.
Chandra Dhandapani has held a lot of titles since joining CBRE in 2016 to lead the corporation’s digital strategy and
Despite what President Biden said on 60 Minutes, COVID isn’t over. A quick look at WHO numbers don’t instill the
James Bateman has had a unique path — he worked in his family carpentry business for 9 years, went back
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Photo courtesy of Pembina Institute. Larissa Crawford has paved her way into recognition through the work she does as a
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The year 2022 has been the year of shake ups in Silicon Valley. Some unexpected moves happened in Big Tech
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Empowerment coach, best-selling author, and founder of the S.W.A.T. Institute (Simply Woman Accredited Trainer), Crystal Andrus Morissette overcame many personal
As founder and CEO of business-intelligence provider DataSelf, Joni Girardi is an expert in optimizing data analytics and providing easy-to-use
Photo courtesy of Karen Richards To hear Sun Life’s Karen Richards tell it, banking is about people. From the teams
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Devoting almost 30 years of his life to Ted Baker, one of the UK’s foremost global fashion brands, co-founder Chris
The stock market is no fan of change and uncertainty. Since its inception, the market has had its share of
Photo courtesy of Alejandra Bravo Mentor, trainer, facilitator, strategist, multilingual social activist, and political candidate — when it comes to
The start of a new year is often set aside for personal reflection. It’s an opportune time for business leaders
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As the founder and CEO of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI), Michael Bach is an expert in
When it comes to the boardroom, there’s always something people of colour tend to notice—a lack of diversity. It’s something
We can all agree that one of the biggest challenges resulting from COVID-19 has been the sudden office closures and
Leadership, change and innovation comes with a deep understanding of knowing where your strength and weaknesses lie as a leader.
Do you want to work for yourself? Demonstrate your own abilities, set your own work hours, have people to work
Staying afloat can sometimes be difficult for businesses that are grappling with constantly-changing markets and consumers who are demanding latest
In recent years, with the uprising of intersectional feminism and civil rights groups such as Black Lives Matter, the concerns
No stranger to being the “first woman to…” many times in her life and career, French lawyer and politician Christine
Mitch Joel has built a reputation as a digital marketing guru, a sought-after speaker, and an author. He was the
Profits for luxury brands appear poised to continue to rise over next decade, including at brick-and-mortar stores. Growth in New
In today’s working world, the importance of productivity and a good work ethic is preached and praised. Working smarter helps
As a 12-year-old, Huda Idrees was already building websites for clients. Idrees, who learned computer-programming and web design in Saudi
Within days of installing see-through Solartech blinds in her home, former Nortel employee Diana Livshits realized the genius of the
No matter what the size, big or small, your business is bound to deal with the occasional moment of conflict.
If you have plenty of passion for your budding business but lack a little inspiration, then brothers Cody Hock, Esq.,
Miroslav Reljic is an award-winning leadership coach based in Calgary. He came to Canada with his family, who fled war-torn
When Kathy Ireland began her career as a model and actress, it seemed like the sky was her limit. She
The Toronto Raptors shocked the sports world by winning the NBA Championship in June, but any devoted basketball fan will
Chef Mike Ward began his successful cooking career in his native Australia, and he eventually found himself preparing meals for
It’s impossible to get to the top – or anywhere else for that matter – without listening to suggestions or
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Millennials are known as the generation of smartphones, over-priced coffee, and a reputation for entitlement and leisureliness. Despite this, the
Chris Izquierdo is the co-founder and CEO of DevFacto Technologies Inc., an award-winning software development company based in Edmonton, Alberta
It’s likely you’ve seen Nutribar, the popular meal replacement bar, on supermarket and grocery store shelves. Launched in 1979, it
Javed S. Khan, who leads EMpression: A Marketing Services Company, has helped entrepreneurial and corporate clients build their ideas
Using his decades of experience building multiple million-dollar businesses, Colin Sprake imparts valuable lessons to entrepreneurs through his talks,
Jamie Kern Lima built herself a global makeup brand and empire with IT Cosmetics. The makeup brand, which was
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