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7 Considerations for Employers When Providing Paid Time Off (PTO)

Everyone needs time off from work, but not everyone’s able to take it. Paid time off helps a lot. People are better able to take the time they need without worrying about a smaller paycheck. Employers demonstrate to their teams that they value them as whole people and recognize that time away from work isContinueContinue reading “7 Considerations for Employers When Providing Paid Time Off (PTO)”

5 Ways to Make Your Team More Versatile

Source Every business can reap the benefits of a fluid team, but achieving this fluidity and versatility is not always straightforward. While hiring managers can–and should–look for employees with various skills that complement each other, it’s too easy for employees to fall into their roles without expanding their horizons. So, how can managers improve versatilityContinueContinue reading “5 Ways to Make Your Team More Versatile”

The Generosity Paradox: Why Corporate Giving Can Be Perilous

Like nearly every person who took a college economics class, I grew up in the Milton Friedman school of corporate thinking: A business should serve its shareholders … and that’s it. There wasn’t much room for environmental activism, community outreach, or charitable generosity. Friedman Obviously, times have changed. Business is more than making money. HOWContinueContinue reading “The Generosity Paradox: Why Corporate Giving Can Be Perilous”

Strategies To Improve Operational Performance in Restaurants

Operating a restaurant in today’s highly competitive market requires a strategic approach to ensure smooth operations and optimum performance. Every business has strengths and weaknesses, and it is essential to analyze yours to discover how you can improve results. These strategies to significantly improve operational performance in restaurants will guide you to find areas ofContinueContinue reading “Strategies To Improve Operational Performance in Restaurants”

Hallmarks of Ethical Leadership (Part 4)

By Linda Fisher Thornton This post is Part 4 in a series. In Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3 I explored 9 different traits that help you recognize ethical leaders. In Part 4 I will address the importance of leading in ways that eliminate fear. One of the hallmarks of ethical leadership is thatContinueContinue reading “Hallmarks of Ethical Leadership (Part 4)”