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5 Benefits of Embracing DEI as a Small Business that You Need to Know

A question we frequently hear is: “We’re a small company. Do DEI initiatives still matter for us?”

And the answer is…

Absolutely! DEI is crucial for companies of all sizes. In fact, small businesses are uniquely positioned to benefit from robust DEI initiatives and weaving DEI into their everyday practices.

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The Great Return: What Does it Mean for Employers?

We’ve all heard of the Great Resignation. 

In the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, the labour market experienced what we know now as the Great Resignation. Over 47 million people resigned from their jobs during 2021. That’s a lot. Employees started to re-evaluate their priorities and left their jobs in search of positions elsewhere with better pay, career growth opportunities, and relief from burnout. 

This left the labour market in trouble as employers scrambled to replace employees. Now nearly 80% percent of employees regret their decision and want their old jobs back…leading us to the Great Return of 2023. 

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5 Steps for Implementing Employee Wellness Programs

In today’s fast-paced (and sometimes high-stress) work environment, it’s more important than ever to prioritize the wellbeing of your employees!

In fact, it’s top-of-mind for several of our clients right now. So, if you’re wondering how you can look out for your team, you’re not alone!

One way to keep your team happy, healthy, and thriving? Implementing employee wellness programs!

Not only do these programs benefit your employees themselves, but they also help foster a more positive, dynamic work environment for everyone. Win-win!

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DEI Blog Series: Encouraging Inclusivity in the Workplace with Wellness Days

This is the final installation of Envol’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Series!

Our goal is to support organization leaders in taking real action to advance DEI within their teams, throughout their business, and in their communities.

We’re finishing off this series with a note on wellness days and their benefits to employees when implemented in the workplace.

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DEI Blog Series: How Flexible Working Hours Promotes DEI in the Workplace

 

This is the ninth of 10 installations of Envol’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Series!   

Our goal is to support organization leaders in taking real action to advance DEI within their teams, throughout their business, and in their communities.  

Today, let’s dive into the importance of offering flexible work hours, what this can look like in practice, and how it benefits your entire team. Read More »DEI Blog Series: How Flexible Working Hours Promotes DEI in the Workplace

DEI Blog Series: Creating a Safe Space for DEI Conversation

This is the eighth of 10 installations of Envol’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Series!   

Our goal is to support organization leaders in taking real action to advance DEI within their teams, throughout their business, and in their communities.  

Creating a safe space for conversation in the workplace is essential to advancing DEI. Today, let’s talk about the benefits of having a DEI communication channel and how you can create one to foster healthy conversations in your workplace! 

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