Hiring a new employee is never as simple as saying “You’re hired!” and leaving it at that. Entrepreneurs who have never hired employees before may find the process extremely daunting at first. Have you filed for an employer identification number (EIN)? EINs are required by the IRS in order for a … [Read more...]
5 Tips for Recruiting in the Digital Age
The days of searching for employment opportunities in newspapers are fleeting. Today’s technology-savvy job seekers have a world of online employment information available to them at their fingertips. The current job market is a candidate-driven arena, with both passive and active job seekers … [Read more...]
Four Tips for Hiring the Right salespeople
In any industry and every business, sales are the foundation for profit and ultimately business success. So when it comes time to hire a salesperson, it can feel hard to know where to start. Becoming a good salesperson requires technique, strategy, persistence, and commitment. Most companies spend … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Tell Whether You Have a Great Employee
Some employees are so-so. A few are very good. And every once in a while, you hire a truly exceptional employee. But how do you tell if the person you’ve hired really is the right fit for the job? How can you know if he or she is truly knocking the job out of the park? … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Tell if You’re a Bad Boss
Nobody wants to be told that he or she is a bad boss. But the hard truth is: bad bosses usually don’t realize they’re bad. They simply assume they’re fantastic bosses, that everyone loves working for them. And, even if you’re usually a pretty good boss, it’s likely you’ve had your bad moments, times … [Read more...]