Human Resources

Mental Health & Wellness: Initiatives Employers Can Implement

by Envol Strategies
May 7, 2021June 6, 2023

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!

How to Have Productive Tough Conversations with Your Team

by Envol Strategies
March 19, 2021February 20, 2025

Having tough conversations is just that – tough! This blog equips you with the tips you need as a leader to navigate those tricky conversations with confidence.

5 Important HR Metrics for Any Business

by Envol Strategies
March 5, 2021June 6, 2023

Keeping track of HR metrics is a crucial step while starting and growing your company. Having HR metrics on hand can reveal the health of your organization, show potential areas for cost savings, and lay a foundation for supporting your employees in the future.

Reasons to Invest in an Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

by Envol Strategies
February 26, 2021June 6, 2023

ATS stands for Applicant Tracking System. It’s a type of software that helps organizations with streamlining recruitment activities.

If you’re a recruiter, you probably know all about Applicant Tracking Systems. But as a business owner, this may be a new terrain. Consider investing in an ATS, if you’re in a business that is:

Growing rapidly.
Hires on an ongoing basis.
Looking to save time on recruitment activities.

We have some good reasons why you should.Read More »Reasons to Invest in an Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

6 Awesome Communication Tools for Remote Offices

by Envol Strategies
February 22, 2021June 6, 2023

If you think that remote communication boils down to Zoom, Slack, and Email – think again!

Reminiscing on friendly office interactions isn’t uncommon. We miss being able to connect with each other in person and sometimes Zoom happy hours just doesn’t cut it.

Luckily, the shift to remote work has brought out some amazing new communication tools that support all kinds of remote-friendly interactions. Although it’s no replacement for the real thing, we think they’re pretty fun, and adding some extra personality to your communication.

5 Great Ways to Say Thank You to Your Employees

by Envol Strategies
January 5, 2021June 6, 2023

At Envol, we LOVE to celebrate our achievements and say thank you – especially during our Monday meetings! It’s a great way to start off our week, especially now that we’re all working from home (and we hope you are too because of #COVID19). When working remotely, not everyone can see what we have done and celebrate our efforts. Therefore, we believe that it’s important to recognize our team’s hard work and dedication every single week!

5 Ways to Use Gratitude to Boost Team Morale

by Envol Strategies
January 5, 2021June 6, 2023

This time last year, we were gathering to share wins, celebrate each other, and express gratitude for everyone’s hard work. The warm and fuzzy feelings created when reflecting on a job well done highlight the positive outcomes from the year. It reinforces our loyalty to our company and lets us create new memories with the people we work with.

How to Survey Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

by Envol Strategies
August 14, 2020June 7, 2023

So you want to measure Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in your organization but don’t know where to start? We recommend a survey to get unfiltered employee feedback: below are our tips for a strong DE&I survey.

The Return to Remote Work

by Envol Strategies
August 11, 2020June 7, 2023

With COVID-19 far from over and increasing case numbers in B.C., how do we decide to return to remote work? Read on to determine what’s right for your organization and how to make this decision. Our strategy includes research, overcoming human psychology, and design thinking.

Dealing with Zoom Fatigue

by Envol Strategies
July 15, 2020June 7, 2023

Zoom fatigue has become increasingly common as most of us are learning or studying from home. Read on to learn about the causes of Zoom fatigue and how to combat it.