by Haleyadmin | Jun 19, 2026 | Work Culture
Every year, it happens like clockwork. There is something about the first warm day of summer in Canada that changes everything. Suddenly, vacation calendars fill up, every second email includes an out-of-office reply, meetings become harder to schedule, and response...
by Haleyadmin | Apr 20, 2026 | Work Culture
Not-for-profit organizations are built on purpose, the kind that changes lives and strengthens communities. But behind that purpose? Many teams are running on empty. Across the sector, labour shortages, rising service demand, and burnout are not just occasional...
by Haleyadmin | Jun 2, 2025 | Work Culture
Walk into any workplace, and you can feel the culture almost immediately. Sometimes it’s warm, collaborative, and buzzing with energy. Other times, it’s… well, about as lively as a Monday morning before coffee.But no matter what the vibe is, one thing is almost...
by Haleyadmin | Nov 20, 2024 | Work Culture
In the race to fill an open position, many employers focus so heavily on finding the “perfect hire” that they overlook one essential factor: the candidate’s experience. Everyone who applies, interviews, or interacts with your organization forms an...
by dwadmin | Jun 10, 2024 | Work Culture
For a decade, Essence has focused on recruiting for culture fit. We believe that while skills can be taught, an employee who doesn’t fit the company culture can disrupt the organization and impact the bottom line. We wanted people who were happy where they...
