Does your organization have many “accidental managers”?

Are you familiar with the emerging concept of "accidental manager"? These newly promoted individuals who haven't been trained for their new responsibilities represent a significant portion of managers... and a considerable risk for organizations. Let's break it down.

“Workations”: A norm… or a privilege?

In a 2023 survey, 4 out of 10 organizations had already or planned to offer their employees "work-vacation" options, commonly called "workations." Two years later, we wanted to understand the state of this practice, which consists of working for a few days or weeks from…

Choosing the Right Influences: A Vector of Progress in a Career

Jean-Pierre Lauzier, consultant and sales speaker, regularly gives his personal and commercial development advice on Isarta Infos. Today, he deciphers the trust relationships that can be formed with colleagues, superiors, partners, and even clients to advance in one's career.

How to Secure Your Job During an Economic Slowdown?

Many professionals are facing waves of layoffs in their companies. What can they do to avoid the axe? And how can they manage the stress of having this looming threat over their heads? We asked career development coaches and consultants for their advice.

Do you know about Upward Bullying, when managers are oppressed by their teams?

Holding hierarchical power doesn't always suffice to command respect. Authority isn't synonymous with control. This is the experience of managers victimized by their employees—a phenomenon known as upward bullying, which is scarcely documented and might even seem hard to imagine. Yet, it's very real. Let's…

Managers: How to Overcome the Current Crisis?

Times are tough for managers, we hear everywhere. Overworked and exhausted, they are facing a generation of employees who refuse any form of authority. To break this deadlock, Anne-Sophie Michel, an Isarta trainer, suggests returning to the fundamentals of management, focusing on emotional intelligence and…

HR Trends 2025: The Year AI Becomes Your New Colleague?

New Year, New Challenges! What does 2025 have in store for the world of Human Resources? After reviewing numerous reports on the topic, here’s our selection of three key trends that could profoundly shape the HR profession.

4 ideas to energize your recruitment heard at TruMontréal

During the latest edition of TruMontréal, held on November 21 in the glass-walled halls of Centech in Montreal, HR professionals shared their solutions for revitalizing recruitment functions. Some of these solutions are reminders of best HR practices, while others encourage thinking outside the box. Here…

2024 in Review: A New Era for HR?

A shift in trends. After navigating labor shortages and the widespread adoption of remote work, HR professionals in 2024 had to adapt to an economic slowdown and a stronger in-office presence—all while keeping pace with the rapid rise of AI. Let’s explore four key highlights…

“A Traditional Management Style May Be Unsuitable for Neurodiverse Teams”

Organizations are increasingly emphasizing diversity, equity, and inclusion principles. This concept encompasses many dimensions, including the relatively lesser-known notion of neurodiversity. We spoke with web marketing consultant Myriam Jessier, creator of a new training program on the topic: Neurodiverse Teams: Optimizing Your Management and Collaboration.