LRO Staffing Blog

Is It Time To Hire a Human Resources Specialist?

One of the most challenging determinations in most small to medium-sized companies as they grow is when to bring on a full-time Human Resources professional. In the early days, most founders have to serve as CEO, CFO, CMO, and usually also need to function as the HR department. With a…

Shannon MaloneyJanuary 27, 2021

Job Market Job Search Ottawa

Ottawa’s Job Market in 2021

By the end of 2019, the consensus among industry experts predicted Ottawa’s job market would flourish in 2020. However, we now know this prediction couldn’t have been more inaccurate due to the unforeseeable COVID-19 pandemic. March 15th, 2020, was certainly an unforgettable day; the entire city of Ottawa was directed…

LRO StaffingJanuary 20, 2021

Productivity Work Tips

How Companies Can Help Working Parents During COVID-19

It's been a challenging year for everyone. With the global pandemic, many companies have been struggling to reorient themselves and make the adjustments necessary to keep their businesses moving forward. And while There have been plenty of incredible stories of devoted teams coming together to pull off excellent results despite…

Morgan YoungDecember 21, 2020

Ottawa Productivity Work Tips

6 Tips to Improve your Work-Life Balance in 2021

It’s safe to say that this year has been challenging for all of us; with a global pandemic, political upheaval, and social injustice at the forefront of our reality, 2020 has been a year unlike any other. Heading into 2021, we are hopeful that a return to normal is imminent.…

Julia RobertsDecember 11, 2020

Job Search Resume Tips

The Future of the Resume

Submitting a summary of your experience to prove your qualifications to potential employers in the form of a resume has been with us for a long time. Historians believe the first instance was Leonardo da Vinci's 1485 letter to Ludovico il Moro, Duke of Milan, listing his abilities and seeking…

Sakura GomiNovember 25, 2020

Employee Management Innovation Management

Can Your Company Move to a 4-Day Work Week?

An idea that has been getting a lot of renewed attention within the corporate world lately is the four-day work week. It's an idea that's been around for quite some time. In fact, in 1959, then-Vice President Richard Nixon thought working four days a week was in our "not too…

Natasha O'CalOctober 28, 2020

Employee Management Management

A Guide to Managing Remote Employees During Covid-19

During the past few years, we've seen a continual and gradual shift towards remote work. Companies of all sizes have recognized the many benefits, to both themselves and their teams, by being flexible with work from home opportunities. The onset of COVID-19 has forced many companies to have a large…

Lee-Anne McDougallSeptember 30, 2020

Hiring Interview Guide Interview Tips Recruiting Technology

Technology Interview Guide for Employers

We're thrilled to announce that we've just released a brand new resource for Technology Employers in the form of a comprehensive Interview Guide. The purpose of this guide is to provide a comprehensive starting point for Technology employers when it comes to conducting interviews with potential candidates. In this guide,…

LRO StaffingMay 31, 2020

Job Market Ottawa Recruiting Salary Guide

Ottawa Corporate Services Salary Guide 2020

We're happy to announce that we've updated our Ottawa Corporate Services Salary Guide for 2020! These salary ranges were derived from hires made in 2019 across various sectors including private sectors including private sector organizations, progressive high tech companies, and Crown Corporations and Agencies. Here's what's new for 2020 Updated…

LRO StaffingMay 12, 2020

Hiring Recruiting

8 Tips for Remote Hiring During COVID-19

Working remotely has traditionally been a method of employment that co-exists with in-office practices. However, with the new reality of COVID-19, it has become the only option for many of us. As we continue to navigate these times of uncertainty, our general hiring practices are forced to be re-imagined in…

Shannon MaloneyMay 1, 2020