Multi-million dollar entrepreneur shares his beginner’s mistake
You’ve probably made the same mistake too… I know I have. If you’ve ever wondered “Why aren’t my employees doing their job?” this story should make you feel a lot better. Justin Livingston is a super successful entrepreneur who founded his business in 2008. How successful? His team of 30 brings in about $250,000 in…
Merry Christmas — can I make my employees say that?
First, Merry Christmas from me to you. Christmas is a special time of year for me and my family, and whatever holiday you celebrate, I wish for you at least one special season of joyful celebration with friends and family. In your business, do you send Christmas cards, or holiday cards? Maybe you send…
Ready, Fire, Aim
If we don’t make mistakes, we can’t grow. Hear about my mistake in this video and how I realized it’s okay to ask for a do-over when things don’t go as planned. -Melissa
Business owners: 3 expensive lawsuits you can avoid with good policies and follow-through. How do you measure up?
If you’re going to avoid the legal nightmares a typical I-don’t-need-a-lawyer-entrepreneur faces, then you should make sure you have a good employee handbook. Your employee handbook is like anything else you need for your business: you can get it cheap, or you can get it right. With more employee lawsuits being filed all the time,…
What if I don’t discipline my employees until it gets REALLY bad?
A good progressive discipline policy gives employers and managers a guideline for fair and consistent employee discipline. But, even the most fabulous policies aren’t worth anything if business owners don’t hold themselves and their managers accountable. I hope my newest video inspires you to resist the temptation to give up on your employees. -Melissa
Employee Discipline is Frightening
We will accomplish much more if we are willing to take on our fears. The picture above surprised me when I found it on my phone. I have no idea why I have that look on my face as if I’m at the top of the first big hill on a roller coaster. I’m actually…