How long does it take for others to form an impression of you? Google this and you will come up with thousands of answers. One of my favorite studies comes from recent research from Willis and Todorov, suggesting that others… Read More ›
Month: February 2016
CONNECT!
We are pleased to unveil our CONNECT! February newsletter highlighting the happenings at the Ottawa Chamber. CONNECT! is a quick read with hyperlinks that provide easy access to those featured. In this issue: Establishing the Local Employment Planning Council Protect… Read More ›
Using I/O Psychology For Better Hiring
You’ve probably heard the expression “people are too quick to hire and too slow to fire …” but in practice, most hiring remains way too quick. Given what’s at stake this is very unfortunate. This does, however, provide an opportunity… Read More ›
Michael Crockatt named Ottawa Tourism President & CEO
OTTAWA, February 11, 2016—Ottawa Tourism’s Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Crockatt as President & Chief Executive Officer of Ottawa Tourism effective March 7, 2016. “After an extensive national search that attracted candidates from across… Read More ›
Congratulations to the 2016 Employees’ Choice Award Winners!
The Employees’ Choice Awards (ECA) program honours organizations within Canada’s National Capital Region that recognize employees as their greatest asset. The selection, recognition and awarding of the Employees’ Choice Awards allows organizations to demonstrate why they are an ideal place… Read More ›
Canada Needs to Get to Work Now!
Naheed Nenshi did not, presumably, bring a hard hat and lunch pail to Thursday morning’s instalment of the Mayor’s Breakfast series. But in his keynote speech, the western dignitary issued a firm declaration: Canada needs to get to work. “We… Read More ›
Exporting–Two Clauses that Can Save Your Business
Taking your business abroad can be a great way to expand your customer base, increase market share and lower production costs. Although the benefits of an international business venture are plentiful, they are accompanied by a significant amount of risk,… Read More ›
