You're the boss, but sometimes it doesn't feel like it. Your staff are turning up late, doing things their own way, and you're starting to wonder if they even care anymore.

In this episode, small business podcast, Crystal and Kay get into one of the most common frustrations in small business: staff who seem to have checked out. They share real stories from clients who were ready to walk away from profitable businesses because of one difficult staff member, and what actually turned things around.

Spoiler: most of the time, it's not a people problem. It's a communication problem.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why "I hate my business" often comes back to one staff issue
• The conversation most business owners avoid (and why having it earns respect)
• Why your staff might not actually know what you expect of them
• How a simple daily priorities list changed everything for one business
• When to hire, how to start small, and why cheap hires can cost you more
• The difference between being liked and being respected as a boss

The key takeaway: if your staff don't seem to care, the first place to look is in the mirror. Not because you're doing everything wrong, but because 95% of the time, better communication, clearer expectations, and regular check-ins will turn things around.

Connect with us:
Crystal Petzer - https://businessgrowthcoach.com.au/
Kay Godfrey - https://upupandaway.net.au/

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