Round Table China

Work expenses. Company or employee responsibility?

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Dec 11, 2024
Is it fair for employees to bear the financial burden of work-related costs? The discussion delves into expenses like software and training, raising questions about company responsibility. Different cultural attitudes in Canada and China about reimbursements and employee investment are examined. The debate extends to whether employers should cover clothing for public-facing roles, reflecting changing perceptions of job security. Additionally, a listener shares their journey of gaining confidence in spoken English, highlighting the power of supportive environments.
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ANECDOTE

Office Equipment Example

  • Heyang gave an example of office workers needing faster computers and better chairs.
  • She questioned whether employees should buy their own if the company's equipment is inadequate.
ANECDOTE

Canadian Work Expenses

  • Steve shared that Canadians generally wouldn't pay for their own work equipment.
  • He cited a report stating Canadians spend $26 daily or $6,760 annually on work-related expenses.
ADVICE

Canadian Reimbursement Policy

  • In Canada, employers must reimburse reasonable work-related expenses.
  • Expenses must be agreed upon, paid out-of-pocket, work-related, and reasonable.
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