Firing an employee is probably one of the most difficult things that an employer has to do. You tell yourself that it is just business, but you also have a heart and don’t want to be the cause of someone else’s struggles – even if it is their own actions that created the situation in the first …
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.
A Small Business Dilemma Regarding Employee Selection
You are the owner/operator or maybe even the manager of a small-business and you need to hire a new employee for an entry-level position in your company. After interviews and careful consideration, you’ve narrowed your choices down to two candidates. Candidate A has the technical skill and …
7 Common Mistakes Small Business Owners Make With Employees – And How to Avoid Them
Unless you are a company of one, being a small business owner requires that you learn how to effectively deal with the people you decide to employ. After all, they have the ability to take your business to higher levels or help it fall flatly on its face, making them a critical part of the …
Golden Care in San Diego: Passion and Planning Build a Thriving Business
Advice for creating a mission-driven business from Golden Care Owner Porsha Vogt. For Porsha Vogt, founder and owner of Golden Care, a senior in-home care agency, starting a business was personal. She was motivated to start a senior care business because of experiences in her own family, and …
Top 7 Qualities Every Successful Businessperson Possesses
There are people in this world who make success look easy. They seem to rise to the top of every occasion, turning everything they touch into gold and making every situation work out in their favor. You ever wonder how they do it? What gives them the edge and allows them to receive stellar …
7 Cost-Free Ways to Increase Employee Productivity
Whether you’re a new start-up or you’ve been happily serving clients for over one-hundred years, one thing is certain – the productivity of your employees can make or break your business success. Although hiring experienced and enthusiastic people is the first step to taking your company to higher …
