Holiday Hiring: Why You Should Start Planning Now
In addition to everything you need to organize and plan for in preparation for the holiday shopping season (only 105 days until Christmas!), another thing you should be thinking about […]
Where Do You Find the Right People for the Job?
“To succeed, surround yourself with great talent.” Alright. But where to start? How do you find the right employees for your business? First of all, you need to have a […]
Hiring Philosophy: 1 Great Person = 3 Good People
This past weekend, I was shopping at one of my favorite places on earth, The Container Store. Who doesn’t love organizing? Well, some people probably really don’t like it, but […]
Tools for Tomorrow: Training For The Holidays
As we head into mid-September, we’re inching closer and closer to the holidays. By now, you’ve read our article on Holiday Hiring Tips (if not, give it a quick read […]
Tools for Tomorrow: Operational Holiday Planning
You already know that summer is the best time to get a jump start on your holiday marketing planning, but what about your operational planning? While it may seem like […]
4 Must-Haves for Great Company Culture
Last week, we reviewed what company culture is, and how you can start to form your own at your small business. This week, we’re covered the four “must-haves” for sustaining […]
Don’t Work Your Employees Until They’re Ready
Regardless of whether you run a café, a bar and restaurant, or a small speciality goods retail shop, your “front of the house” employees are your brand. They are the people with […]
Hire for Personality, Train for Skill
In hiring, one of the biggest challenges is finding an employee whose personal values and attitude align with the culture and attitude of your company. It’s easy to read a […]
