Share This: All leaders need emotional intelligence. Have you ever had a boss who got angry and shouted when things went wrong? Or one who reacted poorly in stressful situations? That kind of leader lacks emotional intelligence. Emotional intelligence (EI), also known as emotional quotient (EQ), is about understanding and managing your own[…]
Share This: Employee turnover can be a big issue for your small business, and it can be costly. There are many reasons for high turnover and many of these are preventable. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) in 2022: There were 77.2 million hires, an increase of 1.2 million[…]
Share This: Employee Accountability is crucial for the success of any small business. If your staff is working on a project and they have no accountability, then your small business can suffer. 82% of managers acknowledge they have ”limited to no” ability to hold others accountable successfully. 91% of employees would[…]
Share This: There are many low-cost benefits you can offer your employees. One of the most important ways to retain your staff is by offering good benefits. As a small business, you may not be able to offer the same benefits as large companies. However, you may be able to[…]
Share This: Your employee handbook can be the pillar of your business. It is useful for defining company policies, procedures, and expectations. Once you have written the employee handbook, everything else becomes easier to manage. Also, you should be clear, consistent, and positive. Think about what you wanted from a[…]
Share This: What is an Attendance Point System? An attendance point system helps employers track attendance for their employees. Points are compiled when an employee is late, tardy, or absent. After collecting a number of points, usually within a 12-month period, an employee may be subjected to discipline, up to[…]
Share This: Managing your own business can be time-consuming. However, investing in employees’ productivity makes it easier to attract and retain great talent. There are many benefits of investing in employees’ productivity such as: Increased Return of Investment (ROI) Recruiting and training new staff can cost money. However, when you[…]
Share This: Employee appreciation is an important step to keeping and maintaining your current staff. Furthermore, when you continuously show your appreciation, employees are more engaged. Find Out What Your Employees Want Do you know what your employees want? Consider surveying them to find out. When you can deliver on[…]
Share This: What is employee onboarding? It is the process of integrating a new employee into your company. Every small and large business should develop a thorough onboarding system. Employee onboarding is an essential part of your hiring process. Knowing your cost per hire helps you to understand why turnover[…]
Share This: Higher employee motivation means higher engagement. According to Gallup’s State of the American Workplace report, employee engagement is defined as “those who are involved in, enthusiastic about and committed to their work and workplace.” In a recent survey, only 30% of workers are actively engaged. The old ways such[…]