If you joined us at our GROW event in Stoney Creek in August, you saw the Metal Pless Live Edge blade in action on the Merlo machine. With that in mind, we are thrilled to hand over the blog to Metal Pless this week as they share more about their company with you. 

Metal Pless of Plessisville, Quebec is a frontrunner in the snowplow manufacturing sector. Clients rely on the company’s products to clear public roadways, commercial and industrial properties, as well as airports during and after a snowfall. It is a task done under intense time pressure and scrutiny; city streets and parking lots must be plowed quickly to maintain access in adverse weather conditions.

The company’s products can be fitted on various vehicles including tractors, wheel loaders, backhoes, skid steers, and tandem trucks. Plows are sold through a North America-wide dealer network. Dealers, in turn, sell to customers – typically snow contractors, Departments of Transportation (DOT), airports, or other government...

Successful businesses don't happen by accident. Business growth requires strategic planning and a commitment to work on your business and not just in your business. There are 5 important reasons why your business isn't reaching its full potential, despite all your time, energy and hard work. 

Mistake #1 - NOT SHARING YOUR LEADERSHIP ROLE

Are you trying to do everything yourself? We encourage you to start by looking at your own leadership role in your business. Have you identified what kind of leader you are? Is your leadership style serving your team well so that your business can grow and operate without you?

Mistake #2 - NOT LISTENING TO YOUR CUSTOMERS

Do you understand your customers?

You wouldn't have a business without your customers but at the end of the day, do you understand their behaviour? You have the power to create loyal ambassadors to your company by giving your customers a great experience and managing their expectations.

Mistake #3 - NOT INVESTING IN YOUR STAFF

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Having an effective Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) is an often-overlooked component in an organization’s success strategy. 

The current Covid-19 pandemic, however, brings to light some of the benefits of having one.  For example, it allows for all the employee concerns regarding Covid-19 policies to be discussed with management on a regular basis through the employee representative. Feeling represented when it comes to your health and safety is always important. But during Covid-19 or any major health concern, it becomes especially important that your employees feel they have a voice.

A Joint Health & Safety Committee offers many benefits:

• Provides a way to empower employees while ensuring your organization remains compliant with current health and safety legislation.
• Promotes an attitude of problem-solving health and safety issues and an increased safety culture in your workplace.
• Encourages open lines of communication and strong working relationships between staff an...