1-7 Employee Expectations

Question 1

What key employee rights are protected by Canadian legislation?

Answer 1

Equal employment opportunity

Union representation

Safe and healthy work environment

Minimum working conditions (e.g., hours, wages, vacations)

Privacy in the workplace

Question 2

What federal law regulates the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information in Canada?

Answer 2

The Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

Question 3

What is the purpose of PIPEDA in HRM?

Answer 3

To ensure federally regulated organizations obtain consent before using, collecting, or disclosing personal information about customers or employees.

Question 4

How has the focus on business ethics evolved in organizations?

Answer 4

There is increased attention on ethical behaviour, with organizations implementing whistleblower policies, ethics training, and disciplinary actions for unethical conduct.

Question 5

What role does ethics training play in HRM?

Answer 5

Ethics training clarifies expected behaviours, addresses potential risks, and fosters ethical workplace practices.

Question 6

Why are millennials considered at risk for ethical issues in the workplace?

Answer 6

Millennials may take risks, such as installing pirated software, and require extra socialization and training to understand business risks and ethical behaviours.

Question 7

What ethical dilemma is raised by employees being filmed at work?

Answer 7

Whether it is ethical for customers to record employees without permission and for companies to use such recordings for disciplinary purposes.

Question 8

What are whistleblower policies, and why are they important?

Answer 8

Whistleblower policies encourage employees to report ethical concerns to senior managers, fostering transparency and accountability.

Question 9

Can ethics be taught in the workplace, or is it ingrained?

Answer 9

This remains a debate; some argue ethics can be taught through training, while others believe it is a value system developed before employment.

Question 10

How do supportive and inclusive workplace cultures impact organizations?

Answer 10

They create environments where employees feel valued, motivated, and are more likely to do their best.

Question 11

What recognition has 360incentives received for its workplace culture?

Answer 11

It has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Workplaces for its fun and engaging onboarding practices, such as announcing new employees with a megaphone.

Question 12

How do employees today define success differently from the past?

Answer 12

Success is now more about self-expression, personal fulfillment, and work-life balance rather than the acquisition of wealth.

Question 13

What trend reflects changing attitudes toward careers?

Answer 13

Employees are seeking interesting work and may pursue multiple careers rather than staying in a single job.

Question 14

Why is mentoring important in the workplace?

Answer 14

Mentoring helps younger employees develop positive attitudes toward their employers, boosts morale, and increases job satisfaction and organizational commitment.

Question 15

How does mentoring benefit organizations during periods of slow economic growth?

Answer 15

Mentoring helps improve employee morale, which can lead to greater commitment and productivity.

Question 16

What does the term “family-friendly” include in the workplace context?

Answer 16

Flexible work schedules, daycare, job-sharing, parental leave, spousal involvement in career planning, eldercare support, and teleworking.

Question 17

Why have family-friendly options become necessary in the workplace?

Answer 17

Due to the evolving structure of families, such as two-wage-earner families and single-parent families, and the need to support employees balancing work and caregiving responsibilities.

Question 18

What is an emerging issue for employees balancing work and family?

Answer 18

Eldercare responsibilities for aging parents.

Question 19

What benefits do flexible work schedules provide for employers and employees?

Answer 19

For employees: Higher job satisfaction and better work-life balance.

For employers: Cost savings, reduced turnover, increased productivity, and a larger talent pool.

Question 20

What is the gig economy, and how does it impact workplaces?

Answer 20

The gig economy involves employees having two or more part-time or contract jobs, requiring organizations to be more flexible in work design and employee retention strategies.

Question 21

What are the top reasons employees seek flexible work arrangements?

Answer 21

Improved work-life balance (74%).

Health and exercise.

Reduced office politics, which 61% say increases productivity when working from home.

Question 22

How can flexible work options benefit small businesses?

Answer 22

They save money, reduce turnover, improve productivity, and attract a wider pool of talent.