HR Policies

High-performing teams are not found. They are built. And the first place most organizations feel the difference is hiring. For small and growing businesses, one mis-hire does not just slow things down. It changes how leaders spend their time. Instead of building the business, they compensate. They coach basic expectations, fix errors, redistribute work, and quietly lower standards just to keep momentum. The stress does not come from one person. It comes from the ripple effect

Dear Toby, I keep hearing about businesses switching to a 4-day work week, and I’m wondering if that’s something a small business like mine should consider. What are the real benefits, and how can I make sure it works without hurting operations? — Curious in Canmore Dear Curious, Fantastic question — and one a lot of small business owners are asking right now (usually around Thursday afternoon when the weekend still feels far away). The 4-day work week has gone from “interest

On May 28, 2025, the Ontario government introduced Bill 30: The Working for Workers Seven Act . If passed, it will make changes to three...

Employment contracts are meant to give clarity and protection for both employers and employees. But as a recent case shows, if...

Dear Toby, Our company is growing fast, which is exciting — but it’s also total chaos  behind the scenes. We’ve never done a formal HR...

Firing someone “for cause” might sound like a straightforward way to end a difficult employment relationship without severance pay.  But...

When a customer complains about an employee’s conduct, it can feel like a clear-cut case for discipline—or even termination. But a recent...

It Depends on the Province When it comes to employment standards, IT professionals occupy a murky middle ground — sometimes exempt from...

Hiring independent contractors can be a great way to bring in expertise without the overhead of a full-time employee. But what if that...

In the ever-evolving landscape of modern workplaces, one aspect that is undergoing a significant transformation is dress codes. Gone are...

Welcome aboard! As professionals in the ever-evolving landscape of human resources, we understand how crucial an effective employee...

In today's fast-paced digital age, remote work opportunities have become more prevalent than ever. The shift towards remote work has...

Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) are invaluable tools for organizations of all sizes seeking to address performance issues by...

As remote work continues to become a norm for many businesses, smaller organizations face unique challenges in adapting to this new...

Implementing a dress code in the workplace can be a challenging endeavor, especially when it veers into discriminatory territory or is...

Crafting a dress code policy for your workplace is essential for maintaining professionalism and upholding company standards. However,...

An employee handbook serves as a foundational document that outlines essential information about company policies, procedures &...