According to Villanova University, only 30% of US workers are engaged and inspired at work. That means that 70% of employees are disengaged and uninspired at work. If you let that happen at your business, you could lose productivity. This can impact the quality of your product and, therefore, your …
Leading Articles and Interviews (category)
When it comes to running a small business, leadership is of the utmost importance. Employees look to you for guidance and to set the tone for your company. Learn more about what it means to be an effective leader with the articles in this section, which cover topics such as employee management, hiring and firing, and team building.
4 Ways Good Leaders Nurture Employee Growth
Doting parents are ultimately working to make themselves obsolete: they want to nurture their child so that child can grow up to be independent and no longer need their constant care. Like good parents, good bosses must nurture their employees, foster growth and provide opportunities for them to be …
Steps to Becoming a More Effective Leader
Being a true leader involves a lot more than a fancy title and being the boss. Though managing staff will be a significant part of your role as a business owner, if you don’t possess the skills necessary to effectively guide them, accomplishing company goals and aiding your staff in reaching their …
It’s in the Blood: How a Southern California Phlebotomist Created a Successful Mobile Phlebotomy Business
At Businessing Magazine, we’re always looking to highlight business owners with interesting or inspiring stories. We recently spoke with Myrna Steinbaum, owner and founder of VeniExpress, a Southern California-based mobile phlebotomy company. VeniExpress is a business that travels to their …
8 Essential Ground Rules to Keep Conference Calls on Track
Business meetings are often derailed by poor preparation, bad behavior or dismal time management. Add in the unique pitfalls associated with today’s virtual meetings, and the hazards are compounded. Meeting via conference call is even more likely to run aground with the possibilities of inattention, …
How to Put an End to Workplace Bullying
If you believe bullies can be seen only in high school, think again. The same bullies grow up and stay bullies throughout their adult lives and harass their colleagues and subordinates at work. Almost one-third of employees experience some kind of bullying at their workplace. There are different …