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Redbrick highlighting DEI through employee-led discussions, education sessions

Sadie Janes — Thu, 15 Feb 2024 14:00:08 +0000

Redbrick is highlighting diversity, equity and inclusion through employee-led discussions and education sessions, beginning with a focus on Black History Month in February. The Victoria, B.C.-based technology company is currently revamping its DEI strategy, which includes an internal network called ‘DRIVE’ — short for diversity, reconciliation, inclusivity, visibility and equity, says Basil Onyia, senior people […]

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Younger workers experiencing difficulties cultivating soft skills amid rise in remote working: expert

lbailey — Thu, 08 Jun 2023 13:00:33 +0000

Although there are many benefits to remote working arrangements, such as a reduced commute and improved work-life balance, younger employees who work remotely aren’t practising their soft skills and a lack of social interaction may negatively impact their professional lives in the long run, says Janet Candido, founder and principal of human resources consultancy Candido […]

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45% of U.S. workers say employer isn’t investing in employee connections: survey

bwolfe — Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:00:16 +0000

Nearly half (45 per cent) of U.S. workers say their employer isn’t investing in employee connection, according to a new survey by Eagle Hill Consulting. The survey, which polled more than 1,300 workers, found employees believe feeling connected to their work improves their ability to do their job (60 per cent), day-to-day work quality (58 […]

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