Last weekend, Dad and I went to an auction, seeking a bed for his guest bedroom. As happens at auctions, Dad couldn’t buy just a bed; he had to take the entire bedroom set. He got more than he bargained for. Anyone want a deal on a couple of dressers? Getting more than you bargained for happens more often than
Go, set the world on fire
Ignatius, the solider who founded the Jesuit Order, often ended his letters to his followers with the expression: ite, inflammate omnia – “Go, set the world on fire.” He wanted the Jesuit priests to be afire with passion and zeal in spreading the Gospel to the world.
Onboarding: You Only Get One Shot At This
Traditionally, orienting new employees is a rote process consisting of an employee handbook, videos, an explanation of duties and being introduced to co-workers. But in a tight labor market, savvy employers realize keeping good employees depends on the initial relationship they develop with the organization – the Onboarding process.
What benefits do you offer your employees? – Uncommon Answers
Answers to August’s business question of the month:
Your Most Important Role – Growing People
There is more to creating a successful business than developing a plan and increasing revenues. Your most important role doesn’t involve numbers; your most important role is growing people.