Your company wants to have the best possible employees. And while hiring the right people is a smart first step, it’s not enough. Here’s how to create a more reliable team through better training. Training Is Important Because It… Improves Productivity Training improves your team’s performance in two vital ways. First, your employees can apply… Read More »
Do you trust your employees to… manage company funds? Keep business information confidential? Work from home without supervision? Depending on your industry and your workforce, you may have different answers to these questions. However, putting a bit more faith in your team will allow both your employees and your organization to flourish. Why Putting Trust… Read More »
You have several employees out today… again! This trend is driving you crazy. So, what can you do? Here’s how to fix employee absenteeism by first fixing your culture. Tips for Creating a Culture to Fix Employee Absenteeism Provide Purpose Larry Page, the co-founder of Google, once said, “If you’re changing the world, you’re working… Read More »
Spring is here! So, all those gardeners out there are starting to think about flowers and plants, fertilizer, and mulch. But did you know gardening practices apply to business too? Here’s how to manage your team like you would take care of your garden. Choose the Right People (or Plants) When gardeners choose their plants,… Read More »
You’re searching for a new employee. Of course, qualifications and experience are important, but don’t forget about trainability. So, how can you tell if a job applicant is trainable? What Is Trainability? Trainability refers to an employee’s ability to master and apply new skills. Brainpower comes into play. However, a person must be flexible and… Read More »
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), productivity losses linked to absenteeism cost U.S. employers over $225.8 billion annually. So, what can your company do to make sure your workers show up when you need them? Here’s how to increase employee attendance. Tips for Improving Employee Attendance Clearly Outline Expectations It will… Read More »
Are you hoping to build a better business in 2021? Would you like to help your team reach their full potential? If these are your goals, you need to make 1:1 meetings with employees a priority this year. Why You Should Make 1:1 Meetings with Employees a Priority Build Relationships Meeting with your employees 1:1… Read More »
Healthier employees are likely to be happier and more productive. So, how can you encourage healthy behaviors within your organization? Consider creating a fitness challenge for your office. The Benefits of a Fitness Challenge Healthier employees usually miss fewer days of work and have lower health care costs; Fitness activities help to promote overall healthier lifestyles; Group challenges foster teamwork as well as friendly competition; Fitness competitions can be… Read More »
With state stay-at-home orders expiring after the Coronavirus pandemic, you’re probably in the process of reopening your business. However, reinstating your workforce won’t necessarily be a straightforward process. Use these tips to successfully begin bringing back your furloughed employees. Create the Safest Workplace Possible Understandably, some of your employees may be afraid to return to work. And certainly, you don’t want people to get sick… Read More »
Is your company struggling to keep workers? Does it seem as though no sooner do you hire someone than someone else leaves? If so, it may be time to get to the bottom of high employee turnover in your company. What Is High Turnover? High turnover is a tricky topic. Turnover rates vary from 1.3% to 1.4% for government positions to 100%… Read More »