Leadership
Hiring Independent Contractors Can Be Tricky: Best Tips
Engaging an independent contractor can be a smart move for businesses looking to bring in specialized skills or complete short-term projects. Independent contractors offer valuable flexibility and expertise to your organization. However, before you jump…
The Power of Desktop Alerts for Employee Communication
Effective communication is essential for every organization. With distributed teams and remote work on the rise, it can be challenging to ensure all employees get access to important company announcements and updates. This is where…
Why We Should Fire Fast, Not Last
Here is one that takes a real leap for a younger manager or CEO to believe. After hiring someone with all the attendant enthusiasm followed by the training and learning curve, if an employee shows…
Hiring For A Tax Organization: A.I. Versus Human Recruiters
As a thirty-year veteran in executive search for tax professionals, I have a special set of skills. Remember the Liam Neeson movie quote in Ransom: “What I do have are a very particular set of skills,…
My Project is Like a Three-Ringed Circus
Sometimes a project can feel like a three-ringed circus. You are managing the schedule, the budget, and the requirements, and at the same time, you’ve got to consider the stakeholders, team members, and the organization….
Project Management 101: Purpose-Driven Work
Business is about bringing people together, finding people who have strengths to balance out your weaknesses, and serving a purpose with what you do. Joey Reiman is a marketing professional, author and teacher who moved…
Productivity Tip – Try The Pomodoro Technique
144 times a day. According to a 2023 survey from Reviews.org, Americans check their phones an average of 144 times a day. Our phones top the list of the noisy & bedazzling things that divert…
How to Keep a Busy Office Clean: 7 Steps for Employers to Take
When it comes to a thriving business environment, cleanliness can be as crucial as the bottom line. A well-maintained office not only makes a confident first impression on your future customers but also fosters a…
5 Ways to Support New Hires Beyond the First Day
One of the biggest challenges for businesses is getting new hires to fit in. In this sense, the onboarding process is paramount. It’s essential to support new hires well beyond their initial orientation. The efficiency…