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How to Promote Diverse Hiring Practices in the Mining Industry

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Diversity, equity, and inclusion is a strategic priority for leaders in the mining industry, and there is no disputing the business case for it. The Energy Information Administration (EIA) projects that by 2029, more than half the current US mining workforce will be retired (approximately 221,000 workers) creating a significant skill and knowledge gap. Let’s look at gender diversity alone, women make up only 16% of the industry workforce, and if this imbalance continues it significantly reduces the talent pool likely to replace those retirees. Company values are increasingly important to potential employees, post COVID-19, 59% of employees are either changing or looking to change jobs to work with a company whose values align with their own. There is a clear need to incorporate diversity and inclusion measures throughout all aspects of business, and with mining conference season around the corner now is a great time to start the conversation. Visit TPD at PDAC and VRIC to discuss how you can build a more diverse and inclusive workforce.

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How Management Can Best Support Working Parents During Back to School

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Children are back in school all around the country. While for many parents, going back to school brings welcomed structure and childcare relief, the school year doesn’t come without its new challenges and obligations. Parents must juggle drop-off and pick-up times and manage after-school activities, award ceremonies, parent/teacher conferences, homework, volunteer commitments, and more. It’s not easy to transition between summer and back to school. How can your leaders support working parents?

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How to Attract Younger Workers to Skilled Trades

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Wanted: Young workers to fill positions in construction, manufacturing, electrical, HVAC, welding and other skilled trades. Must enjoy using cutting-edge technology. Looking for creative problem-solvers who work well as part of a team. In this role, you will benefit from a sense of accomplishment, a positive work environment, excellent pay and opportunities for professional development. On-the-job training available. Gen Z applicants welcome!

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International Employee Payrolling

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Back in 2013, Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson authored the book “Remote: Office Not Required”, praised by critics as a “compulsively readable case for a radically remote workplace”. While “Remote” was a concept that we at TPD gravitated towards early on, generally I’d consider it before its time. It has only been since the COVID-19 pandemic that we’ve seen a significant shift in organizations adopting the remote-first approach. 

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Understanding the New Pride Flag and Being a Better Ally at Work in 2022

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You may have noticed a few new colours in the Pride flag and are wondering what it means. Digital designer Daniel Quasar created a new flag in 2018 that is starting to gain traction as it expands the scope of LGBTQIA+ inclusion. It is now referred to as the Progress Pride flag and incorporates Black/Brown for People of Colour and White/Blue/Pink to include the Trans community. The colour white is specific to those who may categorize themselves as outside of the gender binary, in the process of transitioning or are intersex1.

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7 Tips for Improving Staff Retention this Summer

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While staff turnover happens throughout the year, employers may see a slight uptick during the summer months. Given the current challenges employers face in replacing workers, employees are in the driver’s seat. Now, more than ever, businesses must adapt and be responsive to current trends to retain their top talent.

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Culture of Gratitude Improves Employee Engagement, Satisfaction & Retention

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In this competitive job market, it’s more important than ever that employers express appreciation for their staff. These days, many businesses are going beyond traditional employee recognition programs that occasionally acknowledge contributions or hand out awards.

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