In business we must continually plan, execute and evaluate. Plan: Most business folks have some sort of plan. Some have long range plans. Some have annual plans. Most have at least a “to do” list to help plan their day. Execute: Most business folks also execute. The key to good execution is good planning. Focus… Read More
Tag: Management
5 Ways to Express Gratitude to Your Coworkers
Before I started interning at Proforma I was heavily involved with the Department of Residence Life and Housing at my university. While I learned many things from the various positions I held within this department, one of the most valuable things I learned was the importance of recognition. Residence Life and Housing loved recognition. They… Read More
Ladies and Gentlemen Serving Ladies and Gentlemen
A few weeks ago, my husband and I had the pleasure to stay at the Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain in Tucson, AZ as a part of an industry recognition event. Just prior to staying at the Ritz, we were at a Hampton Inn in Dallas. Both are hotels where their business is housing guests on a… Read More
Following Up On New Hires
My last blog was about the most underutilized recruitment tool – asking for referrals. Now, I’m going to talk about another underutilized recruitment tool…following up on new hires. Many recruiters don’t follow up with their candidates once the person gets hired. I’m here to tell you that’s the wrong approach. Recruitment never stops! A good… Read More
The Most Underutilized Recruitment Tool
People would rather do business with people they know, rather than with strangers. Think about that for a second. I’m sure you agree with that statement and if not, you’re probably in the wrong business or career. You see, when someone is introduced as a referral, there is a much higher comfort level as opposed… Read More
The Lost Art of Service
Two simple words that are the holy grail to millions of businesses. It is the defining ingredient for success or failure. People invest their futures and their blood sweat and tears, their time with family, their money, their dreams – all into having a business in the hopes of its success. But what truly makes… Read More
What Employers Can Do To Reduce Stress In The Workplace
In my last blog, I listed several conditions identified by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which may cause stress at the workplace. Low morale, health and job complaints and employee turnover often provide the first signs of job stress. But sometimes there are no clues, especially if employees are fearful of losing… Read More
Integrity Begins with Walking the Talk
Have you ever been in a meeting where everyone was told to silence their phone, yet there were a few who decided that giving full attention to the meeting wasn’t a priority and they continuously glance at their phones? Or is there a co-worker who adheres to a different standard of rules than those communicated… Read More
7 Small Commitments for a Big Year: Let Go of Employees that Bring You Down
In my last blog post, I wrote about the importance of putting together a cash flow plan. This 12-month plan will help you evaluate your financial projections so you can make the necessary changes to see your profit grow. As we continue to move through 2017, the next topic I’ll touch on is the tough… Read More
In my last blog article, I discussed the fact that most distributors don’t really own a business, but rather, they own a job. The test to determine if you own your own business is if you can fly to Hawaii for three months and tell someone else where to send your check. The key words… Read More
7 Small Commitments for a Big Year: Feedback
In my last blog post, I wrote about the benefits of testing a new marketing strategy each month. Not only will it help you open doors, but you will gain a better understanding of what works for your business and what doesn’t. Once you’ve made the commitment to regularly testing new marketing strategies, you can… Read More
Sometimes Micromanaging Is a Good Thing
In my last few blog posts, I’ve talked about managing employees, employee turnover and company culture. When it comes to all three of those topics, micromanagement often comes up in discussions. While micromanagement often is talked about as a negative approach to management, sometimes it’s necessary. Here are a few examples of when micromanaging is… Read More