Is a Flexible Work Environment Right for You?

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According to the 2016 census, what percentage of Canadians self-identified as immigrants?

10%

25%

20% (correct)

15%

According to Angus Reid Institute research, what percentage of Canadians are directly affected by a vision, hearing, or physical disability?

10%

20%

25% (correct)

15%

What is the difference between diversity and inclusion?

Diversity and inclusion are the same thing.

Diversity is the practice of excluding people, while inclusion is the condition of having different types of people in a group.

Diversity is the practice of accommodating people who have historically been excluded, while inclusion is the condition of having different types of people in a group.

Diversity is the condition of having different types of people in a group, while inclusion is the practice of accommodating people who have historically been excluded. (correct)

Which of the following best defines the term 'diversity' as used in the text?

The act or practice of including people of different races or cultures in a group or organization Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of an independent contractor?

Having a chance for profit and a degree of self-control Signup and view all the answers

What is the main point the text is making about the traditional approach to building an architectural practice?

It is no longer acceptable to young professionals and building science specialists Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a benefit of hiring temporary employees?

Temporary employees can provide additional expertise for a specific project Signup and view all the answers

Which term is commonly used to refer to independent contractors in the architectural field?

Consultants Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential challenge when offshoring work or hiring remote contractors?

Managing communications and time zones Signup and view all the answers

When engaging independent contractors, what type of relationship should the architect establish with the contracted architect?

General public relationship Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a stage in the screening process?

Conducting Reference Checks Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a probation period for a new hire?

To assess the effectiveness of the hiring decision Signup and view all the answers

What is a common reason for architects to start their own practice?

To bring their personal vision to life Signup and view all the answers

What factors contribute to a great work environment?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about perquisites?

Perquisites may or may not be considered taxable benefits by the CRA. Signup and view all the answers

Who may be exempt from employment standards legislation in relation to overtime pay?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

When must overtime-eligible employees be compensated according to provincial employment standards' minimum requirements?

When they work more than 39 hours in a week Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of bonuses in a firm?

To reward employees for their overall contributions to the firm's financial success Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a key factor in creating a culture and environment that keeps a team engaged and loyal?

Strict adherence to hierarchy Signup and view all the answers

What is the largest expense item for professional services firms?

Salaries and related costs Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between permanent employees and temporary employees?

Permanent employees are provided with benefits, while temporary employees are not Signup and view all the answers

What should architects consult to understand the implications associated with different options for meeting human resources needs?

Canada Revenue Agency Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of providing a flexible work environment?

Increasing productivity and efficiency Signup and view all the answers

What is one potential consequence of not treating employees with respect and courtesy?

Increased recruitment and training costs Signup and view all the answers

What must employers in Canada ensure in their practice?

Equal treatment for all employees Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a hazardous material commonly used in architecture firms?

Glues Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a benefit of engaging independent contractors?

They can provide additional expertise for a specific project Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between independent contractors and employees?

Independent contractors are self-employed Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential challenge when offshoring work or hiring remote contractors?

Managing communications and time zones Signup and view all the answers

What is one potential consequence of not treating employees with respect and courtesy?

Decreased employee morale Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of onboarding in the hiring process?

To prepare for the new employee's first day Signup and view all the answers

What should employers provide to new employees in advance of their first day of employment?

Instructions about their first day Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a probation period for a new hire?

To determine whether the new hire is a good fit Signup and view all the answers

What factors contribute to a great work environment?

Motivation, job satisfaction, and employee engagement Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best defines the term 'inclusion' as used in the text?

The act of including and accommodating people who have historically been excluded Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes an independent contractor as mentioned in the text?

An individual or entity that is not entirely dependent on a single source for business Signup and view all the answers

What is the main point the text is making about the value of people in an architectural practice?

People are the most valuable resource of an architectural practice Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a consideration when determining whether to hire new employees or engage external resources?

Canada Revenue Agency regulations Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of hiring temporary employees in an architectural practice?

To avoid burdening permanent staff with overtime work Signup and view all the answers

What type of employees are compensated on an hourly basis and not provided with benefits and other perquisites offered to permanent staff?

Temporary employees Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a probation period for a new hire in an architectural practice?

To assess the employee's performance and suitability Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best defines the term 'inclusion' as used in the text?

The act or practice of including and accommodating people who have historically been excluded Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of creating diverse teams?

Decreased productivity and collaboration Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between diversity and inclusion in the context of building a firm culture?

Diversity is the action taken to ensure all members of a diverse team are given access and tools they need to be successful Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about vacation time and vacation pay?

Vacation entitlements vary by province and territory. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of bonuses in a firm?

To reward team members for their overall contributions to the firm’s financial success and/or to a project’s successful completion or outcome. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of overtime agreements in writing?

To ensure that overtime pay or banked time is calculated at the correct rate. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a perquisite that a firm may consider offering?

Overtime pay Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common practice in architecture firms to accommodate employees' other responsibilities and commitments?

Offering flexible work hours and the option to work from home Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of providing a flexible work environment in architecture firms?

To attract and retain talented employees Signup and view all the answers

What should architects consider when implementing a flexible work environment?

The balance between urgency and goodwill Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential consequence of not treating employees with respect and courtesy in an architectural practice?

Higher employee turnover and recruitment costs Signup and view all the answers

Is a Flexible Work Environment Right for You?

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According to the 2016 census, what percentage of Canadians self-identified as immigrants?

According to Angus Reid Institute research, what percentage of Canadians are directly affected by a vision, hearing, or physical disability?

What is the difference between diversity and inclusion?

Which of the following best defines the term 'diversity' as used in the text?

Which of the following is a characteristic of an independent contractor?

What is the main point the text is making about the traditional approach to building an architectural practice?

Which of the following is a benefit of hiring temporary employees?

Which term is commonly used to refer to independent contractors in the architectural field?

What is a potential challenge when offshoring work or hiring remote contractors?

When engaging independent contractors, what type of relationship should the architect establish with the contracted architect?

Which of the following is NOT a stage in the screening process?

What is the purpose of a probation period for a new hire?

What is a common reason for architects to start their own practice?

What factors contribute to a great work environment?

Which of the following is true about perquisites?

Who may be exempt from employment standards legislation in relation to overtime pay?

When must overtime-eligible employees be compensated according to provincial employment standards' minimum requirements?

What is the purpose of bonuses in a firm?

Which of the following is NOT a key factor in creating a culture and environment that keeps a team engaged and loyal?

What is the largest expense item for professional services firms?

What is the main difference between permanent employees and temporary employees?

What should architects consult to understand the implications associated with different options for meeting human resources needs?

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of providing a flexible work environment?

What is one potential consequence of not treating employees with respect and courtesy?

What must employers in Canada ensure in their practice?

What is an example of a hazardous material commonly used in architecture firms?

Which of the following is a benefit of engaging independent contractors?

What is the main difference between independent contractors and employees?

What is a potential challenge when offshoring work or hiring remote contractors?

What is one potential consequence of not treating employees with respect and courtesy?

What is the purpose of onboarding in the hiring process?

What should employers provide to new employees in advance of their first day of employment?

What is the purpose of a probation period for a new hire?

What factors contribute to a great work environment?

Which of the following best defines the term 'inclusion' as used in the text?

Which of the following best describes an independent contractor as mentioned in the text?

What is the main point the text is making about the value of people in an architectural practice?

Which of the following is NOT a consideration when determining whether to hire new employees or engage external resources?

What is the purpose of hiring temporary employees in an architectural practice?

What type of employees are compensated on an hourly basis and not provided with benefits and other perquisites offered to permanent staff?

What is the main purpose of a probation period for a new hire in an architectural practice?

Which of the following best defines the term 'inclusion' as used in the text?

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of creating diverse teams?

What is the relationship between diversity and inclusion in the context of building a firm culture?

Which of the following is true about vacation time and vacation pay?

What is the purpose of bonuses in a firm?

What is the purpose of overtime agreements in writing?

Which of the following is NOT a perquisite that a firm may consider offering?

Which of the following is a common practice in architecture firms to accommodate employees' other responsibilities and commitments?

What is the purpose of providing a flexible work environment in architecture firms?

What should architects consider when implementing a flexible work environment?

What is the potential consequence of not treating employees with respect and courtesy in an architectural practice?

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