The meaning of workplace health and safety may seem so obvious that it does not require any further explanation. However, when it involves the law, things may not as simple as they seem. In the UK, for example, all employers are obliged to follow the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, which ensures the […]
Best Practices
Daily Habits Lead to Organizational Efficiency
Whether you lay out detailed instructions for the daily duties of your employees or you prefer to take a more free-rein approach to management, it’s extremely important that your employees develop the right habits. Here are a few steps to follow that promote maximum efficiency within an organization through habitual processes. Identify Necessary Procedures Start […]
These 7 Graduate Programs Will Help You Become A Better Leader
As a small business owner, you may struggle to find ways to help you become a better business leader. Going to school is a big commitment, but it is one of the best ways to do just that! If you are too busy with your business to be able to commit to school right now, […]
5 Ways to Get Your Small Business Active in Philanthropy
Credit: iStock / Getty Images Plus/dragana991 Creative #1218067733 As part of the local business landscape, your small business provides valuable products and services, employs local individuals and supports a local economy. Philanthropic efforts give your business another way to get involved in the community. Businesses volunteering in the community strengthen community ties and the individuals […]
How To Host A COVID-Safe Office Holiday Party
In light of the coronavirus pandemic, many workers have been left with no choice but to work from home for the majority of the year. And, with restrictions consistently coming out banning gatherings of six people upwards, many people were concerned one of the big work-related events of the year would be unable to take […]
Diversity Is Critical, & Not For The Reasons We Think!
This is one of those posts that starts with an apology or a disclaimer. I hesitated writing it, because what I am writing can be so easily misinterpreted, or I may be very naive/poorly informed. (I’m less worried about the latter, I know I need to learn) Diversity is important–it’s critical for our organizations. We […]
Employee Recognition: What, Why, & How to Use It Effectively
Employee recognition is the timely and professional acknowledgement of one’s short-term or long-term achievements with the company. Admit it. It feels good to be recognized. To be seen and heard. We have all been there – a job where we feel the boss didn’t seem to appreciate the work we had done or the hours […]
Best Practices for In-Person Business During a Pandemic
While many start the reboarding process, prepare to go back to work, or simply increase their interactions with others out of business necessity, it’s still important to remember that following safety protocol for COVID-19 is the best way to go. However, interaction might be inevitable, depending on your line of work. Here are 3 best […]
The Art of Overcommunication: 13 Ways to Be Transparent
Overcommunicate Upfront As businesses reopen and invite customers back into their establishments, it’s safe to say everyone is on edge. Business owners are understandably concerned. Just because they’ve reopened or their employees are coming back, that doesn’t mean the clients will. Employees are anxious too. They are worried about their physical safety, but they’re not […]
What Defines Leadership In a Crisis?
The past weeks and month have been, interesting. (If ever there was an understatement). In times of crises, we all look for leadership. We seek understanding, caring, answers, support, direction. As usual, in times of crises, it’s amazing and truly heartening to see how leaders and leadership emerge. So often, it’s from the most unexpected […]
