Reflecting on Performance Reviews at TPD
It’s that time again—dreaded performance reviews. You with me? Most managers see them as a chore: another box to check. I get it. With an average of 8 direct reports … Read More
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Lean Manufacturing Roles: The Key to Reducing Costs Amid Tariff Changes
The recent reintroduction of Trump tariffs has sent ripples through the manufacturing industry in North America. With supply chain costs rising and profit margins tightening, manufacturing companies are being forced … Read More
2025 Manufacturing Industry Trends: What Employers Need to Know to Stay Competitive in North America
The manufacturing industry in North America is on the cusp of major transformation in 2025. As companies navigate evolving technologies, workforce shifts, and changing trade dynamics, those who proactively adapt will gain a competitive edge.
A Lesson from Netflix’s HR Policies
When you picture a Silicon Valley start-up, you may think of an open office layout, foosball tables, perhaps a couch and a big screen TV in the lunch room, and an atmosphere comparable to that of a fraternity. The goal, of course, is to attract and retain top young talent by having a fun work environment. While this kind of atmosphere certainly can go a long way, it’s also completely unrealistic for some workplaces.
7 Steps for Building an Olympic Level Team
There is a common understanding that for athletes to reach the top of their game and compete at the Olympic level, they have worked very hard to train and develop over an extended period of time.
Ten Ways to Optimize Your People & Culture Efforts
A strong and vibrant company culture is integral to the success of any organization. Your HR team plays an influential role in the creation and maintenance of this culture, in addition to fostering employee engagement and happiness, and ensuring the smooth running of day to day operations. And for businesses with a smaller People & Culture team, it can feel like there are simply not enough hours in the workday to achieve all of this!
Fortunately, there are a number of tools and scalable solutions available to optimize your People & Culture efforts. Not only can these methods help streamline your existing processes and procedures, which saves a significant amount of time, they can also help your organization move towards a stronger and more defined company culture. Let’s take a look at ten of the top tools for enhancing your company’s HR efforts:
Proactive VS Reactive HR
Your employees can account for up to 80% of the costs of doing business. Therefore, how you hire, retain, and manage your people directly impacts your bottom line. Due to this fact, it is imperative that you are proactive in how you manage your human resources.
HR Lessons From The NBA’s Golden State Warriors
On track to have the best NBA season in history, the Golden State Warriors may know a thing or two about basketball. Still, their rise to virtuosity hasn’t been an accident! Check out some of the key HR takeaways from the best in the game:
10 Critical Interview Mistakes That Cost Job Seekers Offers (And How to Avoid Them)
Did you know that 33% of hiring managers decide whether to hire someone within the first 90 seconds of an interview? Landing a job interview is a major milestone in your career journey, but even small missteps can cost you that coveted position. In this guide, we outline the 10 most damaging mistakes candidates make and provide essential interview etiquette tips that every job seeker should master. Read on to discover how to make a lasting positive impression and avoid the common pitfalls that derail promising opportunities.
Maximizing Value Through WCB Rate Management: A Guide for Industrial Employers
Executive Summary
In high-stakes industrial sectors, effective Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) management directly impacts both safety outcomes and operational costs. Drawing on our extensive experience in mining, semiconductor, and industrial manufacturing staffing, TPD provides expert insights into WCB rate optimization and workplace safety enhancement.