My state is under 3% unemployment. It seems like few in that remaining 3% are trying to work. Hiring talent has been an obstacle. Without additional qualified employees who are committed to working hard and getting ahead, as a business...
I am so wrapped up in the day-to-day activities of my business that I don’t get around to working on the big picture. We're not seeing the forest through the trees. How much of a problem is this, really? After...
wheI'm training the trainers but I"m not a good trainer. I need to be mindful of that while ramping up a business development person — our next important hire. And I need to use this opportunity to get better at...
We didn't delegate sales, so better customers trust anyone but us. Few of our employees deal with clients. We wanted to be sure customers get the answers they needed right. We also wanted to be sure that customers wouldn’t follow...
I have been told that culture shapes employee motivation. Motivation solutions increase performance. I’m not great at that – seems gratuitous. I’m busy and get my tasks done, no one pats me on the back. Why should I do more...
Ask Andi: We’ve got to develop employee talent. We have a couple of employees we don’t want to lose who can’t grow where they are. Thoughts of the Day: Develop employee talent. I cannot emphasize enough the importance of this....
Ask Andi: How do I collect employee feedback? Dealing with employees is a never-ending struggle for me as a business owner. When things go wrong I’m least likely to get honest feedback. It's just when I need it the most....
Ask Andi: Many employees get comfortable then act like they're irreplaceable. They have grown into important roles. But that kind of attitude isn’t good for the company. Are long-time employees replaceable? Thoughts of the Day: Make great employees irreplaceable. Build...
Ask Andi: As a new executive assistant, I’m making my way. I feel like I’m on my own island, not doing a lot with others. If people are having meetings, I may not be included. I also don't know...