Category Archives: Employee Relations

Medical Documentation – Let’s get it right!

Posted on June 29, 2016 by Colin Finlay

  An employee comes forward and tells their manager that they have a note from a medical professional… In my experience this is how what should be a simple conversation often turns into an emotionally heightened state of confusion. Let … Continue reading →

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Are You an Ambassador of Change?

Posted on December 31, 2013 by Colin Finlay

This year has been an amazing year of wondrous adventure and challenges that have provided me with opportunities and learning potential. Over the last year I have successfully adjusted to a new role with my employer, successfully assisted in multiple … Continue reading →

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The Nemesis of Improvement is Complacency

Posted on February 16, 2013 by Colin Finlay

If my years of experience have taught me anything it is that the nemesis of improvement is complacency. It’s that acceptance that whatever could be potentially improved won’t be because “that’s the way it has always been” or “that’s just … Continue reading →

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Work/Life Balance

Posted on April 28, 2012 by Colin Finlay

Recently I was asked, “How important do you think work/life balance is?” Well, in my opinion it is very important. Let me explain. There are a lot of advantages to maintaining a healthy balance between your work life and that … Continue reading →

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