I hear it in roundtables, read ads online and see signs in store windows; everyone is looking for help. Employers are offering high pay, signing bonuses and flexible hours. So why do we know people who are reluctant to leave jobs they don’t like? With so much opportunity, why do some stay in jobs that make them unhappy? There are
Friday Philosophizing on Thursday
How do you create a great company culture? By showing genuine concern for your employees, By communicating openly, By admitting that you’re not perfect; you’ve made mistakes. Steve Shurts, CEO of East Central Energy reinforces this caring culture by posting his
If you always do what you’ve always done…
A business owner I’d worked with years ago called me last week, his business has been going downhill for years. When he purchased the then profitable business from his father, there were 25 employees and the future was bright. Today, he has two employees and is on the verge of closing the doors. He was looking for ideas on what
It never gets easier, you just get better
I watched a couple training videos this week. The phrase “It never gets easier, you just get better,” was repeated over and over. No matter what you are trying to improve, this is a great mantra. It’s all about change, taking risks, adapting to changing conditions and staying on top of your game. It’s about pushing yourself to achieve ever