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Opinion

Time for assessments has given way to action plans

To do that, you need to model your own success. Here are a few helpful tips...


New

Canadians still concerned about their pension plans

According to the latest National Bank Retirement Index survey, Canadians are concerned as the situation of defined benefit pension plans shows no improvement.


News

Right Management, Canada Statistics, Randstad, BC, Robert Half

North American firms put most priority on leadership Manufacturing sales increase Most employees are optimistic about 2012 British Columbia investing in training Few employers see staff cutbacks in 2012


By the numbers

2012 salary increases: Europe lagging behind

As the euro zone crisis drags on, salaries in Europe, Africa and the Middle East will have a hard time keeping up with inflation. Canadian employees should fare better, with an average increase of 3.1%.


Good to know

Reasons for refusing relocation

Canadian research firm Ipsos Reid has just released the results of its poll on why Canadians refuse to relocate for work. Unsurprisingly, family and friends top the list.


To see

Simplicity speed effectiveness for this low budget recruitment campaign from Ikea Australia

Simplicity speed effectiveness for this low budget recruitment campaign from Ikea Australia


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More than eight out of ten employees want to change jobs

According to a survey by Right Management of more than 1,000 employees in Canada and the U.S., 84% of workers say they plan to look for new jobs in 2012.


Good to know

Two thirds of companies say they will increasingly use new media

Worldwide, most companies are getting better at using social media to inform their employees. According to a Towers Watson study, 69% of companies intend to increase their use of these tools over the next 12 months.


New

The scoop on professionals’ satisfaction

A global survey released on November 17 details how professionals feel about their futures. An overview of the current situation, which ranges from satisfaction and optimism to caution.


Opinion

Roles and responsibilities of the external recruiter in a value-creation approach

Who hasn’t experienced a period of questioning, soul-searching and doubt? It happens when a tiny insidious idea sneaks in and creates a crack— convictions crumble and a fault opens without your knowledge...


By the numbers

Health management: A major issue for businesses

According to the Towers Watson Staying@Work Survey, a quarter of Canadian firms are planning to offer some type of financial reward in 2012 to employees who participate in their health management programs.


Oddly enough

Job opening: Scorpios and Virgos please abstain

An English language school in China has clearly stated its refusal to hire candidates born under the Scorpio or Virgo astrological signs.


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