Unlocking Success: The Role of Compensation in Overcoming Hiring Challenges
In the dynamic landscape of real estate, finding and hiring skilled candidates has become increasingly challenging. As the real estate industry continues to evolve and the demand for specialized talent grows, businesses often find themselves in fierce competition for the best candidates. Compensation and benefits packages play a pivotal role in attracting and retaining talent. […]
How to Maintain Open Communication in the Workplace
Good communication is a cornerstone of successful businesses. Team members collaborate with one another, and departments act in harmony working toward common goals. If members of your organization are not communicating openly, your business is not running as efficiently as it could be. Open communication is about much more than a harmonious office. Yes, constructive […]
3 Work Productivity Hacks to Implement Today
Sometimes it feels like there aren’t enough hours in the day. You find yourself busy all day, but you don’t get as much done as you think you should. Before you know it, you’re swamped. You can’t take on a single thing without another task falling by the wayside. There has to be a better […]
What Do Millennials Want in a Job?
Many stereotypes exist about millennials, particularly when it comes to how they work. Some employers fall into the trap of thinking they can woo millennials with a dog-friendly office building stocked with fair trade coffee and craft beer. Sure, those little perks are nice; however, research from Harvard Business Review finds millennials seek much more […]
5 Tips for Managing a Remote Team
The workforce is changing. Over 70% of white-collar professionals work remote at least once a week. Despite the upsides of having remote teams, managing them and maintaining the same level of collaboration as you see with a traditional office can be a job in and of itself. Sometimes you need to walk to a colleague’s […]
What is Hot-Desking and is it Productive?
Have you heard of hot-desking? It’s been around for a couple of years, but it’s starting to gain more popularity. If you aren’t familiar, hot-desking refers to an office space where workers are not assigned a desk. The driving force behind the hot-desking craze comes down to dollars and cents. Considering that office space is […]
How to Be a Better Listener
Be a Better Listener He/she who speaks first loses, right? Not necessarily. If you find yourself in a role talking to customers and clients, it pays to be a smooth talker. It also pays to be an effective listener. Here are a few tips for becoming a better listener. The acronym is fittingly named I.L.I.S.T.E.N. Intention – make sure […]
What Kind of Manager Are You?
Are You a 10-90 Kind of Manager? We’re not talking about a 1090 tax form. We’re talking about a management mentality focusing 10% on work and 90% on people. Clearly, this is not an exact science. It’s all about management balance. While you certainly need a level of technical expertise as a manager, you also need […]
Does it Matter What You Wear to Work?
Does Dressing for Success Work? That’s a loaded question. Some positions require you wear a suit to work. Other positions are cool with you rockin’ whatever makes you feel comfortable and productive. Is it time for you to revisit your dress code? If you’re a remote company, you’re in the clear. (Pro tip for remote […]
Hiring, Attracting and Retaining Employees
Hiring, Attracting and Retaining Employees If it were only as simple as typing it out, unfortunately, it’s not. Hiring, attracting and retaining employees requires a lot of effort. Whether you have a dedicated HR team or you’re a 10 employee outfit, the challenges remain the same. Lisa (Shroyer) Pyle was recently featured on the Self-Storage […]
It’s All in the Willpower
It’s All in the Willpower Some say willpower is the single most important habit for individual success. Just like losing 10lbs takes hard work and dedication, so does willpower. Here are some simple early morning routines that will help strengthen your willpower. Set your alarm clock for the same time (every day) – the scientific benefits of this […]
How to Handle Leadership Errors
How to Handle Leadership Errors Your position at work may have you making countless decisions every day. Even if you’re right 100% of the time, there’s ultimately going to be a time when you’re not. Here are a few ways to turn that mistake into an opportunity. Be open to new information: there’s a reason why an […]
