Canadian managers often struggle with labor shortages. If you’re dealing with a shortage of labor, don’t expect it to get better on its own. Alternatively, be proactive. That way, you can stop your shortage and prevent it from getting any worse.
Don’t let a labor shortage get the best of your business. Use these tips to address a shortage before it happens or in its early stages.
Prioritise Employee Training and Development
Focus on upskilling your employees. Teach your workers new skills that they can apply to their current roles. This helps your employees become more productive. It also boosts the chances that they’ll remain with your company long into the future.
To upskill, revamp your employee training and development programs. Create programs that explain how workers can use their current skills in new ways. Or, launch ones that teach workers new skills. With these programs, your business and its employees benefit. And, both your company and workforce could benefit long into the future.
Automate and Standardise Your Operations
Invest in automation and standardisation technologies. These help you streamline everyday process. They free up time for your employees to focus on high-value tasks. Along with these things, they will minimise your risk of labor shortages now and in the future.
Get started by looking for ways to improve your existing processes. Next, search for technologies you can use to enhance these processes. The technologies you select should be easy to implement and use. Teach your employee how to utilise these technologies. Moving forward, you can make the most of the technologies.
Let Your Employees Work When and Where They Want
If possible, give employees the opportunity to work remotely. Ultimately, remote work is part of the future of work in Canada. If employees work remotely, they have the flexibility to complete daily tasks from virtually anywhere. Plus, you open the door to pursue talent from across the globe. This may help you address labor shortages for many years to come.
When you offer remote work opportunities, equip your employees with the tools they need to succeed. Provide remote work tech like video chat software and laptops. Also, stay in contact with remote team members. On top of these things, help team members remain productive, no matter when and where they choose to work.
Partner with a Talent Recruitment Firm
If you’re worried about labor shortages, ask for help from recruiting professionals. Choose recruiters who give your company plenty of time and attention. They will evaluate your staffing needs constantly and help you plan for the future.
As you communicate and collaborate with recruiters, be open and honest. If you have concerns or questions about staffing, share them with these recruiters.
Want Extra Help Tackling Labor Shortages?
At Elby Professional Recruitment, we get people. Our professional recruiters assess your labor needs and develop a personalised strategy to address them. We’ll work with you to make sure your staffing needs are met at all times. For more information, contact us today.
