Effective July 1st – Did you do it?
I know talking about the legalities of having employees is not on top of everyone’s list. I thought I would summarize some important legislation... Read More →
A 10-point People Check-Up for Success
July marks the mid-point for the year. We have had 6 months of accomplishments, successes, and challenges and we will have 6 more months this... Read More →
3 Ways You are Inadvertently Accepting the Wrong Expectations
You may have heard the adage “people treat you the way you allow them to”. Usually when we think of this, it’s in reference to... Read More →
You’re logical and the problem is emotional – now what?
When we look at our people and the work they do – we think logically. First this, then that or this team should work together... Read More →
“A House Divided Against Itself Cannot Stand”
We have all heard the saying – “A house divided against itself cannot stand” by Abraham Lincoln. While originally spoken in regards to a divided... Read More →
Are Goals a Waste of Time?
We are constantly being told to have goals, accomplishment or achievements to work for. If you are a business owner this may look like... Read More →
You Might Have an Employee if…
One area small businesses tend to run afoul of the law is determining whether a person is an employee or independent contractor. In the spirit... Read More →
What’s a Salary Grid and Do I Need One?
One of the biggest expenses in a business is payroll. Having a structure to how you determine pay for each position is essential to not... Read More →
Resolving Their Problems Equals Lazy Employees
What? By resolving their problems I am creating lazy employees? How? That doesn’t make sense? I know, that’s the answer I usually get. This is... Read More →
Dread Annual Reviews, Skip It, & Get Surprising Results
Every year companies put themselves through the ritual of asking Managers to sit down with their employees and discuss the past 12 months. The ritual... Read More →