It’s time to reframe the way we think about stress. Leadership is stressful. Being the boss is often glamorized, but those who have stepped into these shoes know the real truth. Unfortunately, you’re not calling the shots from your yacht while your employees execute the day-to-day (insert eye roll). On Read more…
As the CEO it’s your job to meet the needs of your employees, investors, and customers – all while continuing to grow the business. Chief Executive Officer is one of the most coveted positions in a company, yet it’s probably the least understood. Most people have this idea that the Read more…
As our main mode of communicating, you’ll want to brush up on these best practices to save time and energy. When you’re starting to feel the pressure of the email piling up in your inbox, it’s easy for mistakes to happen. We’ve all been there: misspelling someone’s name, sending an Read more…
In theory a virtual team allows flexibility. In practice, not so much. Today, more and more companies are saying good-bye to their cubicles and opting for a remote team. This can be a great way to avoid expensive office rents, cut down on commuting, and give your staff the work Read more…
Why over-praising your employees could spell disaster for your company culture. We’re all striving to find that perfect, idyllic workplace — you know, the one where all the employees are happy and satisfied, the leaders are down-to-earth and empathetic, and there are free snacks, dog-care and unlimited mental health days. Read more…
Ex-entrepreneurs may seem like lustrous unicorns, but hiring one could end up costing your culture. There are a few characteristics that every hiring manager looks for in a candidate. Tenacity, confidence, and creativity are always high on the list. We want talent that can learn from their mistakes, rise above challenges Read more…
If you’re tolerating average performing employees, you’re putting your business in jeopardy. We all know there are growing pains when anyone starts a new job. It’s normal to take some time before an employee finds their groove. But just how long are you supposed to wait? And more importantly, what Read more…
It’s one of the hardest parts of the job. These five strategies will help you push through it. I’ll never forget the first time I had to fire someone. Leading up to the day, I could barely sleep. My heart was beating out of my chest, my palms were sweaty, Read more…
Don’t be fooled by smoke and mirrors. Hiring based on image comes at a cost. There are two reasons managers say no when an employee asks for a raise. One, the company can’t afford it. And two, the employee doesn’t deserve it. Whatever the reasoning may be, the outcome is Read more…
Saying no to a raise shouldn’t end the conversation. It should start a new one. There are two reasons managers say no when an employee asks for a raise. One, the company can’t afford it. And two, the employee doesn’t deserve it. Whatever the reasoning may be, the outcome is Read more…