Companies should be built around rational, financially focused decisions; the personal relationships that also arise in the business world can sometimes be at odds with that. But it’s possible to appease both ends of the spectrum.
Your employees are some of your greatest assets as a business owner, and it's in your best interest to encourage them to stick around
It takes guts to approach the boss and ask for more money. Treat the request with respect, and follow these important steps before you blurt out a yes or no.
Train people on systems, processes and desired behaviors, and do it often. Good organizations teach forward as well as learn from their mistakes.
Meeting with employees individually fosters accountability and shows appreciation
Good managers are critical to any organization’s success, but it’s not always as simple as promoting your top employees
These steps can help you build a team that meets your expectations without any micromanaging
Remembering these simple traits of great leadership can keep your crew happier and working toward your most important business goals
As younger workers join your business, you may have to modernize the way you give feedback and offer pay raises
Effective employee-recognition programs bolster engagement, reduce turnover and drive better behavior and performance