Tag: employees

July 27, 2020

In times of deep uncertainty for the business world such as these, knowledge management takes on a new kind of importance. As offices close, open and close again, companies need a centralized location to store their content and information effectively. […]

July 22, 2020

Between the economic downturn, the continued spread of the global pandemic, civil unrest, and the shift to remote work, we are in the midst of learning how to navigate our new reality. In the wake of change, company culture often […]

May 19, 2020

Covid-19 lockdown is still with us, and there can be no denying that the business and economic landscape is deteriorating. In the UK, around 10% of businesses have vanished, and this figure, once revised, will be higher. Richard Branson has […]

May 4, 2020

You may be worried about your business, but you aren’t the only one stressed out. Right now, your team members are worried about their careers, their families and their futures. No matter how much the current public health- and econimic-crisis […]

January 6, 2020

With a new year on the horizon, it’s natural to start thinking about potential resolutions for 2020. Unfortunately, more than three-quarters of those resolutions won’t make it past February. While there may not be much harm in not reading as […]

October 17, 2019

The world is changing at a much faster pace than before. Whereas before, one could be content with finding a winning formula and stretching it out for decades while making a nice profit, in today’s world, many tried and tested […]

October 1, 2019

Uber, Lyft and DoorDash are prepared to spend a collective $90 million against a bill that would recognize their drivers as employees rather than independent contractors, the Associated Press reported Thursday. The California bill, AB 5, would change what factors […]

September 19, 2019

Human-centered communication is achieved by merging the quantitative data a company has access to, and qualitative information that it has obtained directly from customers and employees. This approach involves both customers and employees in the design of a communication program […]

May 23, 2019

Why is it that leaders often believe they’ve given clear direction, while the rank-and-file remains practically unaware that there’s been any communication at all? I just got an email from a mid-level manager who’s in the midst of a change […]

August 6, 2018

Let’s be honest: Most of us waste a little bit of time each day, whether by playing on Facebook, browsing YouTube videos, or simply being idle. This wasted time is not always, in fact, wasted. There is value in taking […]

November 2, 2017

It’s the age of the customer and the world’s biggest brands are duking it out every day for a greater share of our hearts, minds, and wallets. Customers hold more decision power than ever in an era where information about […]

February 21, 2017

What does a company’s current staff tell you about the status of a business? Whenever you’re purchasing a business to grow your entrepreneurial footprint, it’s important to consider all aspects of the business itself. Is the product or service the […]

June 6, 2016

Whether you’re building out your sales team or just your staff in general, the quality of your small business team can determine your company’s success. To ensure that you put together the best possible group of employees, check out these team […]

May 17, 2016

Just about every recent article about managing employees is focused on the Millennials. It’s true that demographic is rapidly becoming the majority of the workforce, but if you’re putting all your focus on Millennial workers, you could be shortchanging your […]

April 18, 2016

Finding great employees is only half the battle when it comes to building a quality team for your small business. You also have to learn how to keep good employees. You can’t just assume that the employees at your business […]

April 15, 2016

There are a few, telltale signs that an employee might be ready for a management position within your company and ready to take on a small team of their own. That’s why we asked 11 entrepreneurs from Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC) the following […]

April 15, 2016

Employees are the cornerstone of any business. They’re usually the primary point of contact with your customers and as such, can make or break your company brand and customer experience. For the small business owner, keeping employees happy and engaged […]