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Employer E-Brief Canadian HR News and Trends Nov 9, 2009 This Month's Theme: Telecommuting Telecommuting can Save Money, Improve Job Satisfaction, and Prevent an H1N1 Outbreak For over the past decade we have seen telecommuting become increasingly popular in both the US and Canadian workplace. Even more so this year, hiring managers and HR professionals are looking for non-monetary methods to attract and retain employees such as flexible working hours and the option of telecommuting. Various research show that there are significant benefits of telecommuting for both employers and employees. But the most recent reports surrounding telecommuting suggest that it may be more than just a benefit or an option, rather a workplace necessity since the H1N1 outbreak. Employee Interest in Telecommuting According to World At Work 2009 Telework Trendlines Survey, 50% out of 1000 respondents agreed they would be interested in working part or full-time at home if their employers agreed. A study by Cisco System in 2009, reported that more than 91% of participants said telecommuting was somewhat or very important to their overall satisfaction, and 80% believed they enjoyed an improved quality of life. Helpful Note: Telework, often referred to as telecommuting, occurs when paid workers reduce their commute by carrying out all, or part of, their work away from their normal place of business. (Source: InnoVisions Canada) Source: Cisco Systems Telecommuting as a Recruitment Incentive Robert Half 2008 survey of 207 Canadian CFO's ranked telecommuting #2 for the most effective recruitment tool in attracting top employees. The first being providing a competitive salary package. In times when HR budgets are tight, telecommuting can be offered as an option to monetary bonuses in order to keep compensation packages competitive. Quick Fact: - Two-thirds of employees would opt for another job if it lessens their commute. (Source: Telework Research Network) > Read More... POLL   Does your company have   employees that telework?      No      Yes   Would you like information   on how to implement   a telecommuting program?      No      Yes              HR HUMOUR QUICK CHUCKLE "Telecommuting Ethics" From: www.iva.ca PRESS RELEASE Nov 6, 2009 - Goldbeck Recruiting Inc. Reports an Increase in New Job Opportunities VOTE  What topics should be on  future e-Briefs? Measuring Performance Sales Team Issues Employee Retention Labour Market Outlook Generations X, Y, Z                  View This E-Brief Online      E-Mail To a Friend Copyright © 2009 Goldbeck Recruiting Inc.  www.Goldbeck.com   We respect your privacy. We will never forward your information to anyone without your prior consent. GOLDBECK RECRUITING INC. Tel: (604) 684-1428, Toll Free: 1.877.684.1428, Fax: (604) 684-1429 Website: www.Goldbeck.com - Email: marketing@goldbeck.com