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The Great Resignation: How to Re-energize and Retain Your Staff

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It’s all over LinkedIn and the news: a wave of workers, mostly young Canadians, want to leave their jobs in a phenomenon coined as the Great Resignation. A recent survey by global staffing firm Robert Half has uncovered that nearly 33% of employed generation Z and millennials plan to pursue a new career in the near future. A similar report by Microsoft also found that 41% of the entire global workforce, regardless of age, is considering handing in their resignation. Even though these survey numbers are about future intent and may not reflect actual resignations, these numbers are nevertheless extremely high and concerning for employers. Let’s look at the reasons why and ways to retain staff through this reality.

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Make Your Employer Marketing Stand Out With Gift Cards

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Today’s employment landscape has evolved, and talent acquisition is now a strategic business function. Companies who adapt to this reality have a much better chance of finding skilled staff in a streamlined fashion. Because the competition is so fierce, it’s a component that simply can’t be ignored. There are 1.2 million businesses in Canada alone, so the need to dedicate time and efforts to employer marketing is obvious. Businesses who succeed well combine traditional practices with out-of-the-box strategies like using gift cards to attract candidates. Here are some tips to get you on the right track!

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The Importance of Online Marketing

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Let’s face it. Online marketing has taken the centre stage in the business world. However, many companies lack a proper strategy and have difficulty harmonizing their online presence to stand out as a brand. Traditional forms such as print, radio and television still exist, but can be much more costly and less effective. As such, it’s crucial to develop a robust and unique online presence to maintain a competitive edge. For example, coupling gift cards to marketing campaigns is a great way to attract new clients and create loyalty among existing ones. Here are some tips to get you on the right track!

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Build a Positive Work Culture With an Employee Reward System

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Nowadays, being an employer of choice is a must to attract and retain quality employees. After all, you’re only as strong as your team. According to Forbes, a positive workplace culture improves teamwork, raises morale, and increases productivity. Consequently, job satisfaction, collaboration and employee wellbeing Nowadays, being an employer of choice is a must to attract and retain quality employees. After all, you’re only as strong as your team. According to Forbes, a positive workplace culture improves teamwork, raises morale, and increases productivity. Consequently, job satisfaction, collaboration and employee wellbeing

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