The differences between a mediocre manager and an extraordinary one are many. Depending on the specific managers in question, there are likely to be many differences in style and approach between any individual and the next. But which combination makes for the perfect manager? Keep Striving to Be …
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How To Be a Great Boss to a Diverse Team
"The worst kind of group for an organization that wants to be innovative and creative is one in which everyone is alike and gets along too well," according to Stanford University’s Margaret A. Neale. “And the key to making nearly any kind of diversity work is managing it well. “ Are you building …
Human Resources and Small Business: An Interview with HR Expert Tania Kiefer
Human Resources (HR) tasks are an important, albeit time-consuming, part of any business operation. Larger corporations often have dedicated HR departments, but in small businesses, HR-related tasks often fall on the shoulders of the business owner. Businessing Magazine sat down with Tania …
When to Fire Employees and When to Give a Second Chance
I’ve never met a business owner who felt good about firing employees. Even when the employee deserved to be let go for excessive tardiness, ineffective work product, or countless other justifiable reasons to terminate employment, the owners I’ve spoken with have shared how they struggle with the …
6 Qualities Employees Look for In a “Perfect” Boss
Before I started my own freelance writing service, I worked for a few different employers, whether in my full-time day job in the courts or my part-time gigs that I often used to help supplement my income. While most of my bosses were okay, only one stands in my mind as being truly exceptional. In …
How to Fire an Employee That Isn’t Working Out
There is wisdom in the old business adage “Fire fast, hire slowly.” You will not regret the time you spend interviewing and talking to references for that important new hire. However, you may regret hanging on to a less than stellar employee for too long. Keep in mind that many employees need a …
