Business owners sometimes tend “jump-the-gun” when it comes to terminating an employee, and aside from any direct cases with an immediate firing need, you may want to consider following these steps before you pull the plug on their time at your business:
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Making the Most of an Employee Satisfaction Survey
Most businesses have some form of an employee satisfaction survey that they provide to their staff annually, and if you don’t, you may want to consider creating one. These surveys allow the people who work for you to provide valuable input, and with questions that are structured correctly, can really help to make some amazing… Read more »
Best Practices for Reopening After COVID-19
Although there is still a great deal of uncertainty concerning the reopening of the U.S., with some states partially opening for business and some continuing to primarily work from home, eventually businesses will reopen. With that understanding, it’s important to look towards what practices are best advised for your company. Some policies that are recommended… Read more »
Embracing the Idea of Leading By Example
We all know that saying “lead by example”; it’s a phrase that has been said by famous members of society in speeches, books, podcasts, and everyday conversation. But how does one actually start on the path of leading by example? The answer simply put: by taking ownership in your position as the head of your… Read more »
The Importance of Attracting and Retaining Talented Professionals
Attracting good, quality, talented professionals that your business needs and wants can be a difficult task for many businesses. Hiring managers and business executives may find retaining these employees in the long term even more daunting. These facts raise the question; why are highly talented employees so hard to find, hire, and retain? Fortunately, there… Read more »
SB 188: Hairstyle Discrimination
It may seem like something from the 1950’s, but hairstyle discrimination still exists within today’s businesses. That is why workplaces now have a new law in place, the CROWN Act, to protect against this particular form of bias in the workplace. As a business owner, here’s what you need to know:
Steps to Take During the New Hire Process
Onboarding processes are usually designed to help new employees quickly understand the company mission, values, and goals. New hires that align with these aspects of a company generally have a very collaborative approach to work and have an easier time reaching success. Overall employee success, especially while working in small teams, can be correlated to… Read more »
What to Include in an Employee Handbook
Employee handbooks can be essential in providing both new and current employees with beneficial insight into the mission and values of your company as well as the policies and procedures related to how your specific business functions. When an employee handbook is thoughtfully laid out, it can serve as a valuable tool for ensuring that… Read more »