Keeping employees motivated is critical to the success of a business. Whether your business is focused around sales, business-to-business (B2B) services, or referrals, you must constantly work to encourage your employees to work harder and more efficiently. If they happen to grow complacent in their current position, it could negatively affect your company as a whole. In this post, we’re going to cover some of the do’s and don’ts of employee motivation. Continue reading →

Creating a positive work environment isn’t as difficult as some people may think. Regardless of your company’s industry, you can follow some basic steps to create a positive work environment. Doing so will allow your employees to work more comfortably and with a better perspective, both of which benefits the company as a whole. Check below to learn the steps to creating a positive work environment. Continue reading →

Setting business goals is an integral part of any company’s success. Unfortunately, far too many companies overlook the importance of setting both short-term and long-term goals. A recent Staples National Small Business Survey revealed a staggering 80% of all companies surveyed did not set goals. And only 77% of companies surveyed said they’ve achieved their goals. These numbers are a real eye-opener for anyone in the corporate field. Unless you want make the same mistake, you must set clear, achievable goals for your business. Continue reading →

Employee empowerment is a term that’s growing in popularity within the corporate world. As more companies look to “empower” their employees, the results yield significant benefits. Unfortunately, though, taking the wrong approach towards employee empowerment may have the opposite effect by dragging the company further down. To ensure this technique is used successfully, you must familiarize yourself with the term and how to achieve it. Keep reading for a closer look at employee empowerment and some of the many benefits it offers. Continue reading →