In today’s competitive job market, the challenge isn't just to offer a good salary package; it's about attracting the right candidates who are skilled AND also a cultural fit. This is where effective job descriptions come into play, acting as the critical first...
A Golden Opportunity for HR in Advanced Manufacturing
HR professionals in advanced manufacturing have a unique opportunity to build a tech-savvy, skilled workforce. With rising unemployment and reshoring bringing more talent into the market, now is the time to enhance recruitment strategies, invest in employee development, and boost retention efforts.
Explore how to attract top talent, keep your workforce future-ready, and stay competitive in a rapidly changing industry. Learn actionable steps to secure the right talent and build a resilient workforce that supports long-term business growth.
“Quiet Vacationing” Is a Sign That Your Work Culture Is Broken
The Latest Symptom of A Toxic Workplace CultureIn today’s workplace, the pressure to stay “always on” is no longer sustainable. As burnout affects 65% of employees, companies that fail to prioritize well-being are missing a huge opportunity to improve both morale and...
How do you boost employee retention without breaking the bank on bonuses?
How do you boost employee retention without breaking the bank on bonuses? I was recently fortunate enough to be featured on Dustin McMillan's The MFG Monkey's podcast, where we discussed the unique recruitment and retention challenges of the manufacturing industry....
Would Your Business Survive If A Key Leader Was Suddenly Out For A Month?
How healthy would your organization be if a key member were suddenly out for weeks? Would your company sink or swim? An absence of as few as 3 weeks is enough to send many businesses spiraling. Few things focus your attention on knowledge gaps like the sudden absence...
How A.I. Enablement Can Grow a Business
Leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) has produced a significant number of benefits to my personal productivity and workflow. It has also exponentially widened the types of materials, guidance reports, checklists, and recommendations I can quickly and inexpensively provide to my clients. Here are the Top 5 take-aways and “tricks” for AI enablement from My Workshop
Creative Ways to Cut Through The Noise By Being Generous
Generosity does not always mean that you have to write a check, pay for a big gift, or do something wild and extravagant. And today, I will share with you three different types of truths or “rules” that I’ve discovered about generosity.
The Key to An Effective Sales Proposal Strategy
In the competitive world of sales, leaving a lasting impression on your prospects can significantly influence your success. An effective sales proposal strategy involves not just presenting a single option but offering a spectrum of choices that cater to different...
Your Time is Money: Master Effective Time Management in Your Business
Are you constantly feeling like there aren't enough hours in the day? This is a common challenge for many seasoned business owners. Often, our conversations with peers start with how busy we are, but this busyness is not always productive. Today, we aim to shift your...
5 Keys to Maximize Your Team Potential
Are you fully leveraging the skills and passions of your team? In the dynamic world of business, maximizing team potential is crucial. For employees, career paths don't look like a straight line anymore, which means that for us, as business leaders, identifying new...
How to Use AI for Business Success: Personalizing ChatGPT
[NOTE: This blog post was adapted from an article written for and published by Frederick Business Magazine. You can get a copy and read the full article HERE.]By this point, all business owners have had a conversation about AI at one point or another. It seems to be...
Managing Client Billing: The Key to Stable Cash Flow
As small business owners, one of the quickest triggers for a spike in blood pressure is undoubtedly the issue of late client payments. Have you ever found yourself dreading the task of sorting out all those late payments? You're not alone! However, managing client...