Posts Tagged ‘team building’
Make Your Year-End Count: 6 Team Activities That Actually Work
Let’s Talk About That End-of-Year Overwhelm… Hey there! If you’re feeling that familiar end-of-year pressure creeping in, you’re not alone. Every small business owner I work with feels it too. But here’s the thing – with just a handful of strategic activities, you can turn this hectic period into something that sets your team up…
Read MoreHow to Attract & Retain Loyal Team Members: The Secret to Long-Term Employee Loyalty
Attracting and retaining loyal team members is crucial for any small business owner. Loyalty goes beyond simply showing up to work; it embodies a deeper commitment to the team and the business. Loyal employees take responsibility, appreciate your efforts, and genuinely support your business vision and goals. Understanding Loyalty in the Workplace Defining Loyalty for…
Read MoreStruggling to FIND Quality Job Applicants? Here’s What to Do.
Many business owners face the daunting task of finding the right candidates for their job openings. Often, the problem lies not in the availability of talent but in the way job advertisements are crafted and presented. Below, we explore common challenges and offer valuable insights on how to create compelling job ads that effectively communicate…
Read MoreHow to Hire People for Your Small Business | Tips to Make Hiring Easier
When it’s time to hire for your small business, it’s common to feel a bit daunted by the task ahead. The hiring and screening process certainly takes up valuable time, and of course, you want to get it right so you don’t have to deal with poor performance, having to fire someone, or finding yourself…
Read MoreHow To Successfully Delegate Responsibilities To Your Team And Be An Empowered Leader
As a female entrepreneur leading a growing business, you wear many hats – from visionary leader to hands-on problem solver. One of the most challenging aspects of leadership can be delegating responsibilities effectively. It’s not uncommon to feel a lack of confidence in entrusting tasks to others, fearing that they won’t be done correctly or…
Read MoreFinding Your Balance: It’s More Attainable Than You Think
Finding Your Balance: It’s More Attainable Than You Think!
Read MoreNurturing Your ‘Can-Do’ Employee: The Power of Regular, Open Conversations
Finding an engaged and energetic employee can sometimes be like discovering a rare unicorn – a true A-player. These individuals bring an unmatched level of commitment, eagerness, and dedication to their roles, and to the team. They are the ones who willingly go above and beyond, working tirelessly to overcome challenges and continuously upskilling to…
Read MoreIs your team wandering blind in the woods?
Is your team wandering blind in the woods? >> GOALS << Love them or hate them, but without CLEAR individual goals for your team that link into your BIG BUSINESS goal >> you are sabotaging the success of your team. As an entrepreneur it’s likely that you have “big goals” for yourself. As a high…
Read MoreYou can be the clear, focused, inspiring AND effective leader YOU want to be
You don’t have to be rude to get what you want. Nor do you need to be an overly friendly or sympathetic leader in ‘people pleasing’ mode. You can be a powerful and graceful leader operating in a way that feels AUTHENTIC TO YOU. You CAN be clear and hold people accountable without feeling like…
Read MoreDon’t hire unicorns
Let’s chat about a pet peeve of mine – and that is this concept of finding a unicorn team member. There are a few reasons why you DON’T want to go out in search of a Unicorn and then hire what you think is a unicorn. Let’s dive into this. Firstly – Unicorns don’t exist.…
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