You want to have employees who are motivated, productive and innovative. You know that there are many different kinds of incentives to help with this – from salary, benefits and professional growth opportunities to a supportive company culture. But motivating employees begins with you, the person in charge. If you want employees who work hard… Read More »
Has productivity at your company been lagging? Does it look like employees are just going through the motions? These are just a few signs that you could be developing a problem with employee morale and culture, and it’s easiest to make improvements before they get worse. On the flip side, a positive company culture where… Read More »
When looking for a new employee, you are always looking for person who’s a great fit technically, someone who has the hard skills needed for the job. There are other qualities you are looking for as well, the so-called soft skills – a person’s judgment, resilience, drive, creativity, adaptability and ability to work with others.… Read More »
A great company culture does not happen by itself. It takes time and effort and a commitment from everyone in the company, especially the leadership. But having a good culture is important. Studies have shown that businesses with good cultures are top performers, with employees who are productive and engaged. Set the Foundation The first… Read More »
Job abandonment, also known as ghosting, is a term used to describe a situation where a person simply stops showing up for work without notice or warning. Employees are less content to stay in a job where they feel underappreciated or disengaged – and won’t wait to jump at another opportunity. It is happening more… Read More »
When you manage a team, you want to get everyone working together to achieve a common goal. You want to make sure everyone is being utilized in the best way to achieve the best outcome. As a team manager, you need to get the most out of each person. This starts with knowing how to… Read More »
Innovation is something all businesses are looking for these days, and they want people who are innovative. The image many have of innovative people, thanks mostly to figureheads such as Steve Jobs, is someone with a quicksilver personality, a little abrasive and unpredictable. But the truth is many innovative people are not like that. They… Read More »
Being a good corporate citizen is good for the community, a way of helping and improving the lives of others. But it has many advantages for companies as well – it enhances their reputation and improves employee morale and productivity. It raises the profile of the company, making it easier for the business to attract… Read More »
Employee engagement is a topic on everyone’s mind these days. More companies are realizing the importance of having employees who are happy in their jobs and enjoy coming to work each day. Research has shown that engaged employees are more productive than disengaged ones, and they stay with a company longer as well. Here is… Read More »
Things are not going well with your business. Revenue is slipping while operating costs are climbing. You need to identify the problem or problems. When hunting for these issues, there are three main areas to look at – your employees, your operations, and the market for your goods or services. The market conditions look good,… Read More »