People-First Growth: How Investing in Talent Scales SMBs
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari.
In today’s episode, we’ll discuss the importance of employee empowerment, lessons from PeopleToGo’s 25-year journey, and how technology resources drive business success.
Joining us today is Chris Collins, Vice President and Managing Partner at PeopleToGo Inc., a Canadian company celebrating 25 years in business. Chris is a recognized leader in staffing and IT services, named a Top 100 Staffing Leader to Watch and Business Person of the Year.
Key Highlights:
1. The Power of Employee Empowerment in Business Growth: Chris explains how empowering employees drives innovation and sustainable growth for SMBs.
2. Why SMBs Can’t Afford to Overlook Their Staff: The talent mistakes SMBs make and how a people-first culture becomes a competitive advantage.
3. Lessons from 25 Years of Putting People First: Key lessons from PeopleToGo’s growth and success, driven by people-first milestones.
4. Aligning Technology Resources & Services for Business Outcomes: How PeopleToGo aligns tech resources to deliver measurable results for SMBs and enterprises.
5. Leadership, Recognition & Future Outlook: Chris discusses the significance of recognitions and how they reflect PeopleToGo’s values and future vision.
Special Thanks to Our Partners:
- RBC: https://www.rbcroyalbank.com/dms/business/accounts/beyond-banking/index.html
- UPS: https://solutions.ups.com/ca-beunstoppable.html?WT.mc_id=BUSMEWA
- Google: https://www.google.ca/
- A1 Global College: https://a1globalcollege.ca/
- ADP Canada: https://www.adp.ca/en.aspx
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Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as direct financial or business advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice specific to your situation.
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