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Dr. Bryan Brulotte KJ CD
CEO & Chairman, MaxSys
January 9, 2023
Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and other social media platforms can help employees increase their visibility in the community, reach more customers and stay up to date. At the same time, many employees are avid users of social media in their personal lives as well. So it’s no surprise that the distinction between professional and personal use…
Dr. Bryan Brulotte KJ CD
CEO & Chairman, MaxSys
December 16, 2022
Last night, MaxSys sponsored a veteran’s networking event in downtown Ottawa. With the goals of promoting comradery and business networking, over 70 attendees met at the prestigious Rideau Club to share in the Christmas spirit. In collaboration with the Treble Victor (3V) organization and the Royal Canadian Military Institute (RCMI), MaxSys introduced its key recruitment…
Dr. Bryan Brulotte KJ CD
CEO & Chairman, MaxSys
December 12, 2022
If your career objective is to climb the corporate ladder, then you need to get recognized as a high-potential employee. While some of it may be who you know, or luck, there are ways to influence how you and your talents are perceived. If you are deliberate and thoughtful about showcasing your strengths and establishing…
Dr. Bryan Brulotte KJ CD
CEO & Chairman, MaxSys
November 8, 2022
Your employees are your most valuable asset, and managing them well is one of your most critical business challenges. If you do a good job, your employees are more likely to be loyal partners in helping you build a thriving company with growing profits. Here are six tips on how to better manage your people:…
Dr. Bryan Brulotte KJ CD
CEO & Chairman, MaxSys
October 17, 2022
Last week, MaxSys made a donation to the the Noble Hearts Foundation and the Order of St Joachim. This Order of chivalry was established in 1755, with a mandate is to foster inclusivity and assist widows and orphans. In the photo above, the CEO of MaxSys, Bryan Brulotte, is presenting the donation to the head…
Dr. Bryan Brulotte KJ CD
CEO & Chairman, MaxSys
October 11, 2022
The Canadian business landscape is being reshaped by large-scale demographic changes. As baby boomers retire, fewer people are entering the workforce to replace those who are leaving. This is making it harder for business owners to hire skilled workers. In this context, positioning yourself as an employer of choice is more important than ever. Part…
Dr. Bryan Brulotte KJ CD
CEO & Chairman, MaxSys
September 21, 2022
Dr. Bryan Brulotte KJ CD
CEO & Chairman, MaxSys
September 20, 2022
This past week, MaxSys held its semi-annual National Management Retreat. It was a constructive opportunity to confirm our business plan, conduct training, socialize and enjoy team building. At the formal awards dinner with senior management, seven employees were recognized as winners of the President’s Club and for their loyal service. Thank you to all who…
Dr. Bryan Brulotte KJ CD
CEO & Chairman, MaxSys
September 13, 2022
Dr. Bryan Brulotte KJ CD
CEO & Chairman, MaxSys
September 12, 2022
Writing a business plan doesn’t mean you have to hole away in a library for months compiling 40-plus pages of text. You can create a plan in under a month, working part time. Use a presentation format like PowerPoint to save time, and make it easier to share your plan. Not all founders or start-ups are…
Dr. Bryan Brulotte KJ CD
CEO & Chairman, MaxSys
September 1, 2022
Earlier last week during my visit to MaxSys offices in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), a donation was made to the Noble Hearts Foundation. This donation was made on behalf of MaxSys by the Chairman (Bryan Brulotte), to the head of the Order of St Joachim (Stephen Lautens). The Noble Hearts Foundation operates under the…
Dr. Bryan Brulotte KJ CD
CEO & Chairman, MaxSys
August 18, 2022
As Chairman of MaxSys Staffing & Recruitment, one of Canada’s largest staffing and recruitment firms, I make a point of trying to visit as many offices as possible. When I walked into the office, I don’t have to look at the financial statements to know if it is successful or not: all I have to…
Dr. Bryan Brulotte KJ CD
CEO & Chairman, MaxSys
August 3, 2022
Rule #1: Be fair I fundamentally believe that if employees know they will be treated fairly and that their contributions will be fairly rewarded, they will become more involved in searching for ways to improve productivity and quality. Rule #2: Encourage employee feedback Employees usually know better than anyone else what works best in their…
Dr. Bryan Brulotte KJ CD
CEO & Chairman, MaxSys
June 20, 2022
This past Sunday, MaxSys made a donation to St Bartholomew Anglican Church in Ottawa. This donation helps support critical needs in our community such as Women’s Shelters, the Homeless, Youth at risk, and Senior’s care. To learn more, please visit www.stbartsottawa.ca or www.maxsys.ca
Dr. Bryan Brulotte KJ CD
CEO & Chairman, MaxSys
June 13, 2022
Physical distancing and remote work have obvious practical impacts on hiring, but the biggest change may be that, with fewer opportunities for informal interactions, employers have to be even more deliberate about how they recruit, onboard and integrate new team members. Starting from the same good fundamentals of traditional in-person hiring is key. Write a clear job…
Dr. Bryan Brulotte KJ CD
CEO & Chairman, MaxSys
May 18, 2022
Rising Interest Rates… Business Considerations? Canada’s pandemic-era period of historically ultra-low interest rates is over. With the Bank of Canada considering a half-point interest rate hike in June, Canadian business owners are asking themselves what they should do to get ready. With inflation running at a three-decade high of 6.7%, well above the Bank of Canada’s target range of 1-3%, the bond market in late…