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Difficult Conversations in BC Workplaces: Why Managers Delay Them

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By Kristina Kovacevic   Ah, the art of the difficult conversation. It is estimated that around 70% of managers avoid tough talks. In BC workplaces, that silence is costing teams thousands of dollars, top performers, and psychological safety. This pattern is especially problematic in performance management systems, where timely feedback and documentation are essential to […]

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Termination Pay in BC (2026): A Complete Employer Guide

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By Dessie Barton   Termination pay remains one of the highest-risk areas of compliance for BC employers. In practice, many Employment Standards Act (ESA) complaints in 2026 are triggered not by underpayment but by timing, documentation, and calculation errors. This article outlines how termination pay works in BC today, when it’s required, how it’s calculated,

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How HR Consulting Can Help Small Businesses Retain Employees

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Many people are attracted to the idea of working for small businesses. They may want a more personalized experience within the culture of their workplace, where the atmosphere is more relaxed, and their position is recognized and valued. However, many talented individuals end up leaving small businesses for the same reasons they didn’t want to

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8 Types of Harassment & Toxicity in the Workplace (That You Need to Catch Now)

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Are you wondering if you can spot the types of harassment in the workplace before it creates a toxic culture? While there are signs that will make it evident that your workplace has bullying or harassment present, it does not start out of the blue. By recognizing the signs and addressing them, you can avoid

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Talent Sourcing to Conflict Resolution: The Role of an HR Consultant

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Human resources is a vital component of any smooth-running business. Whether companies choose to keep their team in-house or outsource to a firm, HR consultants are necessary to ensure good relations between staff members, adherence to company policies, and an overall positive work environment! At Pivot HR, our consultants play a vital role in talent

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Keep Growing Your Small Business with External HR Consulting Firms

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It’s thrilling to see your company growing—success is a great feeling! Are you able to handle your business’s HR needs on your own? Pivot HR assists small businesses in keeping up with company growth by taking human resources (HR) services off of their plates. This allows management’s focus to turn inward to reflect on current

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Law Firm Case Study: Overhauling the HR Department and Strategizing for Growth

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Pivot HR works with diverse clients like crown corporations, private businesses, and non-profit organizations. We work across industries, from the financial sector and law firms to small businesses and golf clubs. Regardless of industrial differences, all businesses require one thing: human resources. We specialize in people management, regardless of the industry or business size. If

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Unlocking Business Success: The Advantages of HR Consulting Services

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Small companies, like start-ups, often overlook the importance of having a dedicated Human Resources manager. Many factors affect this decision, whether there is a cost prohibitive or for organizational reasons. Or they believe their company would not benefit from having HR. The advantage of HR consulting services is that business owners can decide what they

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Health is Wealth: Why Vacation Time is Essential for Employee Productivity

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With the new year in full swing, organizations across Canada and their employees are taking stock of lessons learned in 2022, as well as the new realities facing today’s market after several contentious years globally. In the advent of Covid-19, there’s no denying that the mantra of “health is wealth” is more front and centre

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