Share This: Giving performance reviews to your employees is an essential part of running a business. However, it is something managers and employees dread the most. Why? For the manager, it feels like it’s just another item on the to-do list. Only two out of ten employees feel their performance is managed[…]
Share This: Deciding to become a freelancer or contractor can be a liberating but scary decision. Now more than ever there are opportunities to be an independent contractor or freelancer. The workforce has become more mobile and many people who are a part of the digital age can take their[…]
Share This: Small businesses will probably be the hardest hit in times of crisis. Many conditions could cause a decline in sales for your small business. It is important to think of every small issue that could happen and plan for it beforehand. If you haven’t, then plan to be[…]
Share This: Employee discipline can be difficult if you do not have clear guidelines, policies, or procedures. Establishing clear policies and procedures is essential for your small business. Write an Employee Handbook Your employee handbook shares your expectations. It is the backbone of your business. Your new employees will have information[…]
Share This: On March 7, 2019, the Department of Labor (DOL) proposed a new overtime rule for exempt employees. Currently, employees paid below $455 per week must receive overtime. This is $23,660 annually. Job titles do not determine exempt status. Job duties and salary determine exempt status. Are you currently[…]
Share This: Becoming an entrepreneur is exciting. You get to do what you want to do and be in charge. But, along with that excitement is high responsibility. You are not only responsible for yourself, but you become responsible for others who work for you. According to the Small Business Administration[…]
Share This: When your employees leave your business, it is important to spend time offboarding them. It is much like onboarding, which is the process of integrating a new employee into your business. For offboarding, you are integrating an employee out of your business. Offboarding is a consistent approach to managing[…]
Share This: An employee referral program can be an exceptional recruiting tool if done well. If the new hire feels loyalty towards the employee who referred them, they are more likely to stay longer. Once they get past the first 30-60 days, they become more engaged. This gives them time[…]
Share This: When interviewing potential new employees, it is important to make a list of new hire traits you want for your small business. By looking for these traits, you may save your company time and turnover. Here are 10 new hire traits which are important for most small businesses:[…]
Share This: Being a successful leader is what many managers aspire to be. They also develop good habits to reach their goals. They know to be successful those habits take time to form and it is a commitment. We know some great leaders have good leadership skills such as being empathetic, inspiring,[…]