It’s hard to believe the holiday season is right around the corner. Companies large and small are beginning to plan for their most profitable time of year. Whether your industry is retail, marketing, advertising, warehousing, manufacturing, shipping, or any other, you have an opportunity to make a positive impact on your bottom line during this [...]
“In teamwork, silence isn’t golden - it’s deadly.” - Mark Sanborn Collaboration. Clear Communication. Connected. The essential pillars of a smooth-running management team that operates from the “same manual.” Attaining this element of a successful business is challenging, but with a planned strategy in place, you can accomplish it. Collaboration: In some shape or form, [...]
The beginning of the Fall season often initiates an analysis of the year’s performance. Are you on track to meet your goals by December 31st? While there are many areas to consider, one crucial point is employee development – a critical factor in retention rates. Why? Reaching business goals requires an engaged workforce. In today’s [...]
Excessive absenteeism creates a negative impact on your business. A short-staffed business will cause low productivity, a downturn in employee morale, and an upswing in tension from increased workloads. Your business will not only see revenue streams sink but watch as your best employees head toward the exits. Ultimately, the company culture you’ve worked so hard to [...]
Among the three patriotic summer holidays, Labor Day is the most significant in business and represents the essence of our American Culture. Founded by the Central Labor Union in New York City on September 5, 1882, this national holiday pays tribute to the American worker. It is much more than the last hurrah of summer. [...]
“Just the act of listening means more than you can imagine to most employees.” - Bob Nelson Business success originates at the top of the food chain with leaders who consider their workforce as a pivotal asset, without which, company goals could not be met or exceeded. Management must continually refine and update company [...]
Whether you’re a seasoned worker, or just starting your career, it’s never too late to learn how to develop your career and become a shining star in your field. If you take an active role in your career and use self-development techniques, you will sit in the driver’s seat of your career and travel wherever [...]
Year-round, you are responsible for the safety and wellbeing of your indoor and outdoor staff. Give additional attention, however, to your workers who spend most of their time outdoors, especially during the summer months. To prevent life-threatening illness or injury, leaders and workers should understand the full extent to which these dangers may impact their [...]
Summer often brings multiple requests from staff for their earned vacation time. If summer is also your peak time, the need for temporary support staff increases. To make the most out of your summer help, and prevent potential headaches, consider these suggestions: Onboarding Paperwork When you hire temps during peak periods, it’s essential to differentiate [...]
On July 2, 1776, the Continental Congress of the United States declared America’s independence from Great Britain. The Declaration of Independence was drafted, adopted, and signed in the City of Philadelphia, the first city to host festivities to commemorate this historical day. Official Holiday Massachusetts became the first state to declare July 4 an official [...]
