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It can be wasted, spent, lost, even killed, but never stopped. Time is a priceless, limited resource and, like other valuable resources, it makes sense that you’ll want to keep track of it when running a business.Tracking how time is used in your organization is essential if you’re going to understand how to make yourContinueContinue reading “Time Logs: Definition, Benefits, and Steps to Keep One in Your Business”

According to LinkedIn, fair hiring practices help small businesses promote diversity and improve employee engagement. The key is to offer equitable employment opportunities for all, regardless of ethnicity, age, disability, or gender. In the last few years, fair hiring procedures have extended to include ‘ban-the-box’ policies, which give applicants with criminal histories a fair chance atContinueContinue reading “Ban-the-Box Laws: What They Are and How They Impact Your Business”

The benefits of an engaged workforce are well documented. Companies with engaged employees are 23% more profitable than those without, and are on average are 18% more productive. But employee engagement doesn’t just happen. It’s fostered through deliberate talent management practices that identify and reward employees for their impact and commitment to the company.  TalentContinueContinue reading “9-Box Grid Talent Management: Benefits, Uses, and Limitations”

At some point in time in your business, you might find yourself needing a loan. Maybe you’re hoping to expand, maybe you just need a little wiggle room to get you through a seasonal lull, or maybe you’re just starting out and need start-up capital. It’s pretty common for small businesses to apply for funding.ContinueContinue reading “How To Get a Certificate of Good Standing in 7 Simple Steps”

First-day jitters—we’ve all been there, right? Between meeting new faces, figuring out where everything is, and being bombarded by information, it’s virtually impossible to soak in important details. On top of all this, your new hire will inevitably have to ask their new team members for help, which takes them away from their daily tasks.ContinueContinue reading “From Policies to Protocols: How to Write a Restaurant Employee Handbook”