In 1597 Sir Francis Bacon said, “Knowledge itself is power.” People around the world have stated this axiom for centuries, and it has been proven to be true time and time again. However, many, many companies do not apply this idea to their business. They allow institutional knowledge and specialized skills to walk out the…
One of the best ways to support company growth is to have a fantastic team of employees who will help your business, improve productivity, and enhance your company overall. But how does one hire the best team for his or her industry or business? Is it with great “gotcha” questions during the interview? Is it…
A business cannot grow without hiring and training employees. Additionally, particular hires don’t always work out, necessitating well-defined firing policies that benefit the company and contribute to its expansion. Gauging when it’s time to hire, fire, or train employees can be extremely difficult. That’s why we advocate for the establishment of clear policies at the…
You can’t go anywhere online right now without hearing or seeing an ad for a tech-based hiring service (like ZipRecruiter) or job listing sites (like LinkedIn). Each promises to simplify your hiring process. The question you may have is – will a tech app or job site help you find the right recruit for your…
There’s a new generation hitting the workforce and the marketplace – Generation Z. This is the true tech generation, young people who don’t remember a world without cell phones or the internet. According to SocialMarketing.org and the New York Times, the oldest Gen Zers (or post-millennials) were born in 1995. That means that this new…
Whether they have a specific project in mind or are trying to staff their company, many business owners and executives struggle to put the best team together. There are two sides to team management. One is the ability of the team lead. The other is the combined abilities of the team itself. Both are vital…
Conventional wisdom tells us that, when we hire employees, they will need some time to learn the ropes of their job, the industry, and your company in particular, before they start making money for the business. Hiring costs vary widely by location, responsibilities, and amount of training needed. However, every position from window washer to…
Every company has at least one star employee who works hard every day to help accomplish that year’s goals. Many companies have the good fortune to employee many fantastic staff, all of whom are dedicated to helping you build a better business. While you can probably list every one of your best employees off the…
Many executives have a heavy workload, feel pressured, and may even feel overwhelmed – all of which can cause stress. In fact, feeling stressed out is a daily reality for business owners and leaders across the U.S. and the world. However, on-the-job stress is not only manageable; it’s avoidable. At Business Success Consulting, we work…
Many companies make a point of hiring “creatives” for areas like new product development and marketing- but far more departments can benefit from employee creativity. Let’s face it. You, as a business owner or executive, are an incredibly creative person. You come up with out-of-the-box solutions, provide customers with the fruits of your imagination, and…