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Facilitating Workplace Boundaries

Company Culture Human Resources Team

With the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s become more difficult to set boundaries at work. What used to be a clear line between work and personal life has now been blurred by the work-from-home environment that many people find themselves in. Now, as remote workers, the morning commute to the office becomes a shuffle to your desk in the next room, and one more email at the end of the day ends up delaying dinner time.

Though remote work allows for greater flexibility in your schedule, and saves you commuting time, many workers struggle to disconnect after work hours.

In this post, we’ll discuss some ways to help create clear boundaries for work versus home life and provide several tips to stay productive and navigate your workplace… minus the burn-out!

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Active Listening in the Workplace

Company Culture Human Resources

Active Listening in the Workplace We’re sure you’ve heard of the term “active listening”, but do you know how to effectively use it in conversations? It’s actually really easy! Today, we’re here to share some helpful tips for active listening as well as how active listening is beneficial in the workplace.
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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Why does the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation exist?

From 1831 to 1996, the government forcibly removed more than 150,000 Indigenous children from their homes. These children were deceptively placed into church-and government-run schools where they were assimilated and robbed of their language and traditions. After the closure of the last school in 1997, there were over 25,000 children that did not return and over 100,000 Indigenous peoples that were left with unhealed scars from the trauma and abuse endured. (more…)

Employers’ Obligations for Federal General Elections

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A 2021 Federal General Election has been called and election day will take place on Monday, September 20, 2021. As residents of BC and citizens of Canada, we have both the privilege and responsibility to vote. Employers have an obligation to provide eligible employees time to head to the ballots and get their votes in.

In this blog, we’ll be going into detail about employer obligations regarding the 2021 Federal General Elections.

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The Reality of Job Searching during a Pandemic

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Now, more than ever, job seekers are being met with the roadblocks of rejection and unemployment. In today’s post, Acacia Blake, our HR & Talent Coordinator gives us a glimpse into her job search journey before landing her role with Envol. Acacia highlights the harsh reality of job searching during the pandemic and ways job seekers can regain control and alter the grim reality of job searching today.

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Cultivating Skills for Difficult Conversations

Human Resources Team

Did you know understanding your personal approach and style to deal with difficult conversations can help boost your confidence?

Today we’ll share how you can cultivate skills for navigating tough conversations. We’ll also be breaking down some key communication skills to add to your toolbox!

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Mental Health & Wellness: Initiatives Employers Can Implement

Company Culture Human Resources Team

Awareness of mental health & wellness in the workforce has increased greatly in recent years.

A recent study done by the Boston University School of Medicine revealed that “27.8% of U.S. adults had depression symptoms as of mid-April 2020, compared to 8.5% before the COVID-19 pandemic”. These numbers are alarming, and the effects of this have certainly trickled their way into the workforce, affecting workplace performance for organizations.

More than ever, employers are recognizing the importance of keeping employees happy and healthy, and acknowledging how much of a role it plays in employee performance. Employers are also recognizing that Mental Health & Wellness goes beyond just talking about it. If you’re unsure of how you can support your employees, here are a few tangible initiatives you can take – keep reading!

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Allyship in the Workplace: Begin Where You Are

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Today, we want to talk about allyship in the workplace. Unsure of what it means to be an ally? In this post, we talk about what allyship means, actionable ways to become a better ally to your colleagues, and how allyship & diversity benefit workplaces everywhere.

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Student Internships: How to Effectively Recruit Students

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Here at Envol, we are VERY proud of our student internship program, and the ability to provide students with the opportunity to gain professional experience. As a small (but mighty) team, you might ask us, “why would you hire a student?”. To answer that question, we’ve broken down the benefits of student internships and how to recruit them effectively.

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Tips for Having Productive Tough Conversations

Human Resources Team

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It’s easy to think that some people are naturally better at handling conflict than others, but the truth is everyone can have tough conversations with their team that are productive and healthy.

Just like any other skill, handling tough conversations is a muscle you need to build. We’ve coached people leaders and business owners over the years on how to have tough conversations and provide feedback to their team. Not only that, but our culture at Envol is big on feedback.

In this article, we’ll break down everything we’ve learned to help you develop these skills. You’ll be able to create a process for yourself that removes the worry and enhances the value of difficult conversations. Let’s do this!

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