This past Sunday, during the annual Remembrance church service, the Brulotte Foundation donated $150,000 to commemorate the upcoming 150th anniversary of the Governor General’s Foot Guards (GGFG), and the Guards Chapel (St. Bartholomew’s Anglican Church). Bryan Brulotte has been the…

You’ve done the hard work of creating a plan for your business. Now what? If your company is like many others, the plan will sit on a shelf, ignored. The phenomenon has a name: Failure to implement. It’s like having a roadmap…

This past Sunday, MaxSys presented a donation to Reverend Canon Catherine Ascah, the Rector at St Bartholomew’s Church in Ottawa. St. Bartholemew’s Church has served as the Governor General’s Foot Guards Chapel for over 150 years. Today, its parishioners offer…

I would like to thank Pierre Poilievre for taking the time to listen and engage in a discussion regarding National Defense, Veterans, the Economy, and the business climate in Canada. Much appreciated.

Delegation is a vital management skill. But for some, it’s the hardest to put into practice. There are several reasons why managers may shy away from delegating work. They might: Whatever the reason, it’s important to continue honing the skill,…

It was only 2 months ago that we were made aware of the tragic accident that took our long standing employee and friend, Mircea Maga. He was a son, father, grandfather, brother and an exceptionally kind man. For over a…

This week MaxSys made a donation to St. John Ambulance, which is a non-profit organization that gives first aid training coast-to-coast as well as supply first aid kits and supplies. The organization first started in 1883 in Quebec City and…

We’ve all heard the saying that “it’s hard to get good help these days …”, yet the digital age has made looking for skilled employees easier than ever before. Instead of throwing your hands up in the air and complaining…

Leaders are the ones willing to look out for those to the left of them and those to the right of them. Leaders are the ones who are willing to give up something of their own for us. Their time,…

Across Canada, MaxSys places over 15,000 individuals per year in jobs.  Of these, almost 1000 are from the greater military community.  This community is composed of veterans, reservists, and family members.   Since 2010, the effort to hire veterans and reservists…

A solid growth plan will ensure you choose a strategy that makes sense for your business… Growing your business: Sometimes, it’s about scaling up and expanding. Other times, it’s about branching out into new markets or developing new products. But…

No one likes to give bad news. The pressure is only multiplied in a business setting. Telling employees about a misstep in a poorly thought‑out way can hurt morale, productivity and the bottom line. Your company’s reputation or partner relationships…

MaxSys has made a donation to support the relief efforts of the Red Cross for the Alberta fires. We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Red Cross for their tireless efforts in providing aid and support to…

We are excited to announce that MaxSys has made a donation to the Shepherds of Good Hope, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing essential services to people experiencing homelessness and poverty in Ottawa. The organization provides shelter, food, clothing, medical…

Make sure you understand your responsibilities as an employer.  You pay salaries, bonuses, commissions, vacation pay or tips to your employees. You offer them certain taxable benefits, such as personal use of a vehicle or allowances. You are also required…

Earlier this week in Toronto, MaxSys made a donation to the Noble Hearts Foundation. This foundation works with partners to provide micro loans to women entrepreneurs in Africa. Pictured above are the CEO of MaxSys, Bryan Brulotte, submitting a donation…

Exciting news! The CEO and chairman of MaxSys Staffing and Consulting, Dr. Bryan Brulotte, will be participating in a podcast series and television newscast with Bell Media on 6 occasions this year. This is a fun and professional opportunity to gain…

We are happy to share that MaxSys Staffing & Consulting donated to the Ottawa Hospital to support their efforts in providing high-quality healthcare to our community. MaxSys fosters the importance of giving back and supporting those who are working tireless…

Last week,  I had the privilege to attend the Jolliet Squadron mess dinner as their guest of honour. As an ex-cadet and former CWC at RMC Saint-Jean, it gave me great pleasure to present and donate a painting of Louis…

This past Thursday, MaxSys made a donation to St Bartholomew’s Anglican church.  Located in Ottawa, the church supports several ministries addressing critical needs in our community.  Pictured below are Dr Bryan Brulotte , Chairman of MaxSys, providing a donation to…

Today, MaxSys donated to the International Red Cross for disaster relief as a result of the earthquake in Turkey and Syria. To learn more or donate, please visit www.redcross.ca

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…

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…

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…

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…

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 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…

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…

We are so very sad to hear the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. May she Rest In Peace.

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…

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…

Amelia (MaxSys Admin & Marketing Assistant) presented a donation from MaxSys to Sara of the Shepherds of Good Hope. This charity supports the homeless by offering food and emergency shelter in Ottawa.  Every month, MaxSys supports the those in need…

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…

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…

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…

Introducing new technology in the workplace—software, IT security, digital sales or marketing tools—can be a major challenge if your employees resist change.  When you plan clearly and build the proper foundation for your business vision, implementing change can be much…

Measuring your profits isn’t just important for reporting or tax purposes. It’s also vital for good decision-making. Doing it right will give you insights about how to optimize prices, which product lines to focus on or drop and how to…

The Inclusive Workers & Supply Council of Canada (IWSCC) is the country’s premier advocacy group to promote inclusion of disadvantaged groups into the business world of procurement.  The IWSCC is a non-profit committed to helping Veterans and persons with disabilities…

Last week, MaxSys made a donation to the Anglican Church which provides direct support to vulnerable seniors, the homeless, women’s shelters, and youth at risk. Pictured below is the CEO of MaxSys (Bryan Brulotte), issuing the donation to Reverend David…

Well-designed KPIs and dashboards drive financial success, strategic planning, employee retention and efficiency What gets measured gets managed. It’s a common saying, and for good reason. Data is crucial in today’s business world—the key to everything from growing sales and profits…