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Performance Development Plans (PDPs)

Performance development plans, also known as personal development plans, are one such tool managers can use to implement change and improve the ...

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How to conduct employee appraisals 

Employee appraisals are a significant element of the performance management process. Providing a formal meeting structure to review and discuss an ...

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Female owner of a bicycle repair shop using an HR app on phone in her shop.

What is an HR management app?

In today’s fast-paced business world, efficiency is everything. Managing human resources—a function that deals with recruiting, payroll, employee ...

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How the right HR app can transform your business

Youre busy. As an HR manager, employer or business owner, your to-do list is probably miles long, and the demands of your time seem endless. Your day ...

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Shift patterns at work: How to find the right fit for your team

Managing a workplace isn’t just about hiring the right people; it’s about creating an environment where they can thrive. And one key factor to create ...

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Setting SMART goals for your employees

Setting new goals and objectives for your employees is stage one of the performance management cycle. Getting this right can have a huge impact on ...

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The importance of employee appraisals

If a performance appraisal is done well, with the right preparation and management training, you can conduct performance reviews that support the ...

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Employee appraisals: a guide for managers

Performance appraisals or employee performance reviews are an important part of the performance management process. Giving managers and employees an ...

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How to manage night shifts and support your night workers

Running a business that operates through the night isn’t easy. And managing night shifts comes with its own set of challenges. From maintaining ...

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The benefits of leave management systems

Managing employee leave can be a complex process for businesses. From ensuring productivity to nurturing a positive company culture, there’s no ...

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The performance management cycle and processes

Without proper processes and practices, performance management can be one giant HR headache. Knowing how each employee is performing, whether they ...

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Male worker on night shift in a warehouse moving boxes

What are night shift workers and why would you use them?

Night shift workers are employees who work during the evening, overnight, or early morning hours, typically outside the standard 9-to-5. In Canada, a ...

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