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Prepping for the Performance Review (Delivering Performance Appraisals – Part 3)

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00:00 Today we are discussing the 7 Steps to Creating a Mentoring Program 00:05 Mentoring programs are a great way to build a knowledgeable, productive, workforce. They’ve been shown to boost employee satisfaction and engagement, and to reduce turnover. 00:16 Whether it’s to ease the transition for new hires, or develop skills in longtime employees, […]

7 Steps to Creating a Mentoring Program

00:05 Managing employees through a corporate crisis is one of the biggest career challenges you can face. Sudden change, uncertainty, and anxiety about the future can take a toll on productivity AND morale. 00:40 Keeping your team motivated during tough times is no easy task. But strong leadership, good communication, and empathy can make all […]

Managing Your Team Through A Crisis

00:05 An optimistic attitude is a must-have for any business owner. But planning only for “best-case scenarios” can lead you into trouble. A single unfortunate incident can take away all you’ve worked to build. A fire…a flood…a wrongful termination lawsuit….an employee injury….the list goes on. 00:49 A well-designed risk management program is key to the […]

Insuring Against Small Business Risks

00:49 The importance of a well-developed employee training program can’t be overstated. Of course, all employees must be provided systems, equipment, and procedural training as part of their orientation. 01:19 Perhaps the most critical type of employee training is compliance training. This can be understood as training needed to adhere to federal, state, and local […]

Planning an Effective Employee Training Program

00:14 Several recent surveys show U.S. employees spending a mere 40 to 50 percent of their workdays engaged in job-related tasks. Fortunately, there are simple steps you can take to help employees avoid common productivity pitfalls. 01:01 First, let’s address unnecessary, poorly planned, or excessively long meetings. We’ve all been there. Our brains turn off, […]

Prepping for the Performance Review (Delivering Performance Appraisals – Part 3)

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