Category: Productivity

Should You Set Up an HR Department or is an HR Consultant Better Right Now?

November 6, 2019

Growth is great, but along with it comes challenges. Many organizations find themselves having to decide when to outsource human resources functions to a consultant, or how to create a dedicated department for organizational support. As a small business owner you most likely had to handle all HR functions to manage costs, and then later realized that you were spending a lot of your time navigating uncharted waters when the…

The Importance of Conducting an Exit Interview

August 6, 2019

Whatever the size of your organization, over time people are going to come and go. And, it doesn’t matter if an employee has been at your organization for 10 months or 10 years; conducting an exit interview is an invaluable way to get honest feedback before he or she leaves. Here are a few stats from Gallup: Ninety-one percent of Fortune 500 companies conduct exit interviews Seventy-one percent of employees…

Be Proactive to Hire the Right Candidate Every Time

July 3, 2019

Have you ever heard someone say that “She was born to be” something, or that “He was wired” for a certain career? Why is it that these people thrive, while others in similar positions struggle and fail? It’s because when you have an employee in a role that aligns with their passions, skills and strengths, they excel. When the employee is not a good fit, their coworkers and the business…

How Managing Millennial Employees is Different

May 6, 2019

What do you think of when I say, “millennials in the workplace?” Are you reminded of a hardworking child or grandchild, or do you think about entitlement and avocado toast? Although their age range varies depending on who you ask, generally the consensus is that they’re the people who were born between 1981 and 1996. Gallup estimates that there are approximately 73 million millennials in America. They’re already the largest…

The 3 Learning Styles: Which One Are You?

December 19, 2018

Do you look up with your eyes when you’re listening to someone or sharing a story? Do you breathe from the middle part of your chest? Do you memorize info by doing rather than watching? Depending on how you answered each question, you’re either a visual, auditory or kinesthetic learner. I learned a lot about different learning styles and the human brain at an intensive training I recently attended given…

Does Your Team Suffer from the “Crab Mentality”?

November 5, 2018

Do you have crabs in your business? You know, the kind of team members that keep the best people from rising and performing at their very best. There is a toxic environment that exists in some companies called the “Crab Mentality” and that is when the average employees don’t want anyone or anything to come in and change the status quo. This moniker comes from watching what happens when a…

5 Top Time Management Tips for Small Business Owners

April 3, 2018

When it comes to running a small business, the most lacking resource is often your own time. I’ve talked about the importance of delegation previously, so let’s now focus on what you can do to manage your own time more effectively! You’re probably tired even reading this article and already short on time. It’s common for any small business owner or entrepreneur. The truth is, running a small business can…

5 Innovative Ways to Have Employees Who Love Coming to Work

July 5, 2017

What you can learn from “New Age” businesses about employee satisfaction and retention Do your employees love coming to work? People who are happy at work are likely to work harder. Everyone wants their employees to be happy.So why are happy employees most often seen at large, younger companies? It’s a common question and almost every business consultant will hear it. From Facebook to Google to many, many others the…

Seven Tips For Better Time Management

April 4, 2017

Do you ever feel like there is just never enough time in the day? Do you often feel stressed out with managing your workload? Are you trying to do it all rather than delegate to others in your support circle or your work team? Despite the fact that time is perhaps the most sought-after resource available, most of us are dreadful at spending it wisely. As Benjamin Franklin once said—“By…

6 Keys to Finding More Purpose in Your Job

February 6, 2017

Ready to fuel your passion and embrace your purpose? It’s hard to feel truly engaged in a job if you can’t find passion in your work. You know what it’s like when you don’t even want to give your best – and the time just drags on and it seems like the day will never end? Ever feel like the trade-off of time for your paycheck just isn’t worth it?…