Empowering and leading others to do and be more.
When it comes to keeping employees engaged, benefits can go a long way. Sometimes a competitive salary is not enough. The Insured Retirement Institute found that only 27 percent of baby boomers are confident that they will have enough money to last through their retirement. If you can help your employees support their retirement planning, … Read more
Studying the characteristics of great leaders is useful because it allows us to define the traits that contribute to a leader’s success. There are several leadership styles and there is not one style that is better than another. However, in studying the qualities of successful leaders, patterns start to emerge. Think back to leaders … Read more
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, about 50 percent of small businesses fail within the first four years. Companies that start with the right mindset and resources improve their chances of not only surviving but also thriving. The key to success for start-ups in the first year of business is to succeed with … Read more
When it comes to being an effective leader, there is no one magical formula. I have seen complete opposite styles get the same amazing results. In order to become a great leader, you need to hone your skills on a consistent basis. There are several events that leaders can face that will challenge their skills … Read more
That time of year has already arrived. Tax season. Having a small business is already a challenge in itself. Ensuring you complete all the necessary documents and making sure your checks and balances are in place can be overwhelming. Add tax filing to the equation, it can be a nightmare. But it doesn’t have to … Read more
It was great to collaborate with Jennifer Davis on her blog. Jennifer is the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) for the international business of Leyard and also serves as the vice president of marketing and product strategy at Planar Systems and Runco International. The original post can be found on Jennifer Davis’ Blog. As a leader, one of our most … Read more
With the rise in popularity of online marketing, many effective offline marketing methods are easily forgotten when marketing campaigns are planned. Most believe that digital marketing is the only way to get results. While this may be true for specific industries, some of the most proven marketing ideas happen offline. Whether your goal is branding, … Read more
Throughout my career in retail, it was easy to measure the results of my efforts. Key Performers indicators were always available to guide me in the areas I needed to prioritize. Those were tangible results. Then as a leader, there are other results that are just if not more important. Leadership effectiveness could be measured … Read more
Video has become one of the preferred ways to get information. Websites such as Udemy are offering online courses where participants can get education on a variety of topics at their convenience. How can companies leverage the power of video training for more complex topics where one on one instruction is needed and one-way communication … Read more
Millennials represent an increasing share of the workforce and a growing number now occupy senior positions. They are no longer tomorrow’s leaders but the leaders of today. How businesses connect and engage with this growing workforce is important for employee engagement. According to a Deloitte Millennial Survey, two in three Millennials expect to leave … Read more
Guest Post By Jennifer Davis, CMO of Planar and Leyard In every organization, there are those that are identified as key contributors to the success of the business whether they have exceptional technical skills, great relationships throughout the company and with customers, or a track record of delivering results. We often call these “high … Read more
Companies spend countless hours and thousands of dollars to recruit and onboard a new employee. In fact, some studies (such as SHMR) predict that every time a business replaces a salaried employee, it costs six to nine months’ salary on average. With all that time and effort going into getting a new employee onboard, it … Read more
Why is the topic of Entrepreneurship so popular? The qualities one requires to have in order to be a successful Entrepreneur are several. It is not about skill, it is about much more than skill. Sacrifice, hard work and an unwavering determination for achieving greatness are required. The ability to face multiple set-backs but still … Read more
I had forgotten about the story of the Christmas Truce of 1914 until I read about it again recently. Whether of not you celebrate Christmas, the message of the story applies to all. It is a story of a most extraordinary event which took place in the middle of a blood-drenched battlefield! Two opposing nations, … Read more
This post marks my 200th blog post. I started this blog with 3 goals in mind. First, I always wanted to be a writer. I find that when I put my thoughts into writing, I learn and process information much faster. Second, I have been in a leadership role for over 20 years. However, my … Read more