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Employees struggling with transit? Here’s what business owners can do to help

In the wake of a prolonged shutdown of Ottawa’s light-rail transit system and with winter weather conditions looming, unreliable public transit is creating uncertainty and worry for many businesses. 

Survey shows employers, workers might be aligning on hybrid work

The new data from recruiting company Robert Half found that hybrid working arrangements were favoured by 54 per cent of hiring managers, compared with 49 per cent of professionals surveyed.

People on the Move: Improvised interview starts a new chapter for Mychelle Mollot

Long-time technology executive Mychelle Mollot is the new chief marketing officer at the Ottawa-based software firm Knak.

Dress for hybrid work success: Five fashion tips for the new work world

The pandemic led to some bizarre fluctuations in fashion. Local stylist Michelle Leblanc has some tips for hybrid workers who aren't quite sure how to dress as they return to the office part-time.

Gen Z worried AI will affect their career prospects, but HR experts say they should embrace it

A new study found that despite their digital savvy, 73 per cent of gen Z workers are worried that AI will impact their jobs. 

Reliable or available? Employees need to know the difference to avoid ‘telepressure’

Digital tools bring many benefits, experts agree, but can also leave employees and employers feeling the “telepressure.”

More working moms willing to quit without greater flexibility at work, report shows

A recent survey found that 36 per cent of Canadian working women were willing to accept a salary reduction in exchange for flexibility at work.

Younger workers have different priorities when it comes to benefits, report finds

The needs and priorities that employees look for in a health-care package vary greatly based on which generation they belong to and have changed significantly over the years, according to a recent study. 

People on the Move: Ali Shafaee joins Live Nation Canada to grow local concert, festival scene

Live Nation Canada has expanded its team with new senior leadership in its Ottawa office, announcing award-winning music festival promoter Ali Shafaee as its regional vice-president.

Still working from home? You may need to brush up on your soft skills, experts say

In a post-pandemic workplace, many employees may need to double-down on their “soft skills” to remain effective, experts say.

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