https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal Advice and information to help you support your business, your people and you. Sun, 06 Mar 2022 01:05:28 +0000 en-CA hourly 1 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/7-ways-lighting-can-make-your-home-happier/ https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/7-ways-lighting-can-make-your-home-happier/#respond Wed, 16 Mar 2022 10:55:17 +0000 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/?p=10432 Take a look at these seven ways you can use lighting to make your home a happier place. Let there be light!]]> https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/7-ways-lighting-can-make-your-home-happier/feed/ 0 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/business/how-to-avoid-wrongful-termination-lawsuits/ https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/business/how-to-avoid-wrongful-termination-lawsuits/#respond Mon, 04 Oct 2021 10:55:35 +0000 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/?p=10087 This article is based on Canadian law, and offers sound advice for protecting employers when handing employee terminations. Developing and maintaining a consistent workplace policy is key.]]> https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/business/how-to-avoid-wrongful-termination-lawsuits/feed/ 0 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/business/be-good-to-your-employees-or-youll-lose-them-heres-how-to-build-a-winning-company-culture/ https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/business/be-good-to-your-employees-or-youll-lose-them-heres-how-to-build-a-winning-company-culture/#respond Tue, 25 May 2021 10:55:46 +0000 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/?p=8785 This article highlights the importance of maintaining customer and employee loyalty. Having both will help a company retain business growth even during these most challenging times.]]> https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/business/be-good-to-your-employees-or-youll-lose-them-heres-how-to-build-a-winning-company-culture/feed/ 0 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/this-top-health-benefit-is-key-to-boosting-workers-performance/ https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/this-top-health-benefit-is-key-to-boosting-workers-performance/#respond Mon, 22 Mar 2021 10:55:47 +0000 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/?p=9441 Now more than ever before, offering an employee assistance program is a sincere way to show you care. It can help your employees cope and bounce back more quickly from the various stressors they experience in daily life.  Business owners also benefit from healthier, more productive employees who are "present" at work, as opposed to letting their issues build up to the point of absenteeism and potential  disability leave.]]> https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/this-top-health-benefit-is-key-to-boosting-workers-performance/feed/ 0 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/business/temporary-layoffs-key-considerations-for-employers/ https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/business/temporary-layoffs-key-considerations-for-employers/#respond Mon, 08 Mar 2021 11:55:47 +0000 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/?p=9603 During times of economic uncertainty, it may be necessary to temporarily lay off your employees.   It's important to be aware of your obligations as an employer and to ensure that each situation has been handled with the utmost care and consideration.   This article may assist you in handing such a scenario.   ]]> https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/business/temporary-layoffs-key-considerations-for-employers/feed/ 0 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/business/how-to-manage-accommodation-requests/ https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/business/how-to-manage-accommodation-requests/#respond Mon, 25 Jan 2021 11:55:44 +0000 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/?p=9676 This article pertains directly to the Human Rights Code of British Columbia and its mandate against discrimination in terms of family status.   It's a worthwhile pursuit to see what accommodations must be offered within your own province when it comes to your employees.]]> https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/business/how-to-manage-accommodation-requests/feed/ 0 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/business/3-faqs-about-covid-19-vaccine-and-employment-issues/ https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/business/3-faqs-about-covid-19-vaccine-and-employment-issues/#respond Mon, 18 Jan 2021 11:55:05 +0000 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/?p=9608 Although this article is based on United States legislation and guidelines, it covers some very interesting points of interest for an employer's reference.]]> https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/business/3-faqs-about-covid-19-vaccine-and-employment-issues/feed/ 0 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/business/can-you-fire-an-employee-for-their-social-media-posts/ https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/business/can-you-fire-an-employee-for-their-social-media-posts/#respond Wed, 21 Oct 2020 10:55:54 +0000 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/?p=9452 Social media, like it or not, is now a fundamental part of our society    If an employer feels that an employee's actions on social media are inappropriate or damaging in some way, they will still need to carefully consider their options in terms of discipline or even terminating employment.   A good read.]]> https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/business/can-you-fire-an-employee-for-their-social-media-posts/feed/ 0 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/business/3-legal-questions-on-covid-19-and-employee-rights-hrd-has-compiled-the-most-frequently-asked-questions-on/ https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/business/3-legal-questions-on-covid-19-and-employee-rights-hrd-has-compiled-the-most-frequently-asked-questions-on/#respond Thu, 10 Sep 2020 10:55:31 +0000 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/?p=9395 In this quick read, you'll find answers to the top questions asked with respect to employee rights during COVID-19.]]> https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/business/3-legal-questions-on-covid-19-and-employee-rights-hrd-has-compiled-the-most-frequently-asked-questions-on/feed/ 0 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/covid-19-10-tips-to-help-support-mental-wellbeing/ https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/covid-19-10-tips-to-help-support-mental-wellbeing/#respond Wed, 29 Apr 2020 10:55:59 +0000 https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/?p=8883 “This evolving and escalating situation can considerably increase stress. There is an element of the unknown, and situations can change quickly. In these circumstances it is important to provide access to timely, accurate, verified information.”]]> https://johnstongroup.ca/the-advisor-journal/wellness/covid-19-10-tips-to-help-support-mental-wellbeing/feed/ 0