Employers

There is a serious labour shortage in Canada’s manufacturing sector.  Unfortunately, that is just a cold, hard fact in the current global economy. But there’s good news as well. Great manufacturing jobs are available with career advancement and great salary opportunities. It’s just a matter of putting both sides of the work/workforce equation together. If… Read more »

In the manufacturing industry, safety must be top of mind at every level of the organization.  I think we would all agree that workplace safety should be at the forefront of every manufacturing company. With companies focused on worker productivity and production goals at the same time though, it can sometimes be hard to prioritize… Read more »

Canada is a country with a rich history in manufacturing.  Canada has long been a leader in the manufacturing industry and has produced some great companies. Some of the world’s largest international companies have also built large facilities in Canada and created thousands of jobs for Canadian workers.   There are challenges, however, that Canada faces… Read more »

Data breaches are big problems for businesses around the world. But, if employees understand cybersecurity risks, they can minimize the risk of costly, time-intensive data breaches.   Cybersecurity rules are crucial for businesses and their employees. Now, let’s look at 15 rules that can help employees reduce the risk of cybersecurity incidents.   1. Prioritize Data Protection Do not share any business information with unknown parties…. Read more »

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has raised concerns among manufacturers worldwide. If you are considered essential manufacturing personnel during the pandemic, you still need to work. However, you also need to take extra precautions to protect yourself and others against the coronavirus.   It is paramount to do your part to help reduce the spread of the coronavirus. Yet, manufacturing workers often perform various tasks… Read more »

Is your company suffering from high turnover? While some employees will always job hop, there are steps employers can take to limit the amount of workers abandoning them for the competition. Rather than waste money hiring and training people who don’t stick around, check out our tips for keeping your best workers happy on the… Read more »

Succeeding in the workplace isn’t just about having the necessary skills and abilities. If you aren’t a good communicator, no one will want to do business with you. At HCR, we’re passionate about helping job candidates learn to be expert communicators so they can rise through the career ranks. Here are our tips for speaking… Read more »

Are you a leader? You might say you’re not if you don’t supervise anyone at work. But leadership is about a lot more than just being the boss. It’s about being an example to your coworkers. And who knows? Play your cards right and your leadership skills may one day lead you to a supervisory… Read more »

The end of the year means colder weather, holiday parties, and the dreaded annual review. And while you might be excited about securing a salary bump, the odds of you landing a raise will likely plummet if you say the wrong thing during this crucial meeting. Here are some conversational tactics to avoid during your… Read more »

Achieving a work-life balance with any career can be difficult, but having a family while working can be especially challenging. Rather than let yourself feel overwhelmed, it’s time to get organized and focus on your time management and priorities. Consider these three tips to achieving the best balance between your career and parenthood. Find quality… Read more »