2023
Podcast: Unpacking the hiring dilemma in Canada
Canada has a hiring problem.
The statistics back it up, and that’s certainly the sense I get after talking to many local business owners.
For a plethora of reasons (which we get to on this episode), it seems like businesses of all shapes and sizes are struggling to attract and retain quality employees.
So, in order to get some insight on recent hiring problems of Canada, we wanted to get a guest on the podcast who deals with hiring issues on a daily basis.
On the latest episode of the Wealth Wisdom Podcast, I’m joined by Tina Burke, founder of Burke Recruiting in Vancouver.
Tina joins us to talk about why it’s so tough for businesses to find quality employees right now. She also touches on what you can expect if you work with a recruiter (including how they get paid), while also discussing her journey as an entrepreneur.
You can listen to the podcast through these popular outlets.
Or, you can check out the podcast in full colour on YouTube.
Here are some key highlights from the episode.
Why COVID is still hampering the hiring process
We might be past the worst that COVID has to offer, but that doesn’t mean it’s gone for good. Just ask any entrepreneur who’s struggled to find workers.
In terms of finding quality candidates, COVID is still having an undesirable effect.
Tina talks about this, and some of the other main culprits behind mass hiring woes, in this clip below.
Would a recession solve hiring woes?
According to some…yes.
We often tell clients that recessions are a healthy and necessary part of the economic cycle.
That could also be the case for the employment market as well. Tina and I talk about that more in this clip here.
What to expect when working with a recruiter
According to Stats Canada, more than half of all businesses in Canada expected that the recruitment of skilled workers would be an obstacle, as of December 2022.
So, it’s easy to believe that as businesses struggle to find employees, the role of professional recruiters is going to become more important.
So, what can you expect when working with a recruiter? And how do they get paid?
Tina talks more about how she gets paid in this clip below, while also offering insight on what candidates should (and should not) do when it comes to recruiting the help of a recruiter.
Lessons from a successful entrepreneur
Tina created Burke Recruiting 24 years ago. While every entrepreneur goes through their struggles, Tina has certainly had some successes along the way.
One of those successes included being named to Business in Vancouver’s “Top 40 Under 40” list. Congratulations, Tina!
In this clip, Tina touches on two things that have contributed to her success in the business world.
Next Guest
If you’re among those business owners who are struggling to find decent employees, feel free to reach out to Tina by visiting her at BurkeRecruiting.com.
On our next planned podcast, we’ll dive into the world of Performance Coaching. How does a
Performance Coach get the best out of individuals? In particular, how can a Performance Coach boost the productivity of an already successful entrepreneur?
If you enjoy the podcast, please feel free to give us a review, a like, or leave us a comment on YouTube or our social channels.
Until next time,
John Lawson (CFP®, CIM, FEA), Senior Wealth Advisor
Sana Family Office | Assante Capital Management Ltd.
Assante Capital Management Ltd. is a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund and the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada. This material is provided for general information only and is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to compile this information from reliable sources, however no warranty can be made as to its accuracy or completeness. Before acting on the above, please be sure to see a professional advisor for individual financial advice, based on your personal circumstances. The opinions expressed here are not necessarily those of Assante Capital Management.
