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7 Techniques on How to Mentor an Employee

Have you ever had a great mentor who helped you advance toward your career goals, develop your skill set, and excel in your role? If you have, you know how impactful it is to have someone supporting your development. 1 in 3 employees say they don’t have someone at work who helps them grow & develop. – Officevibe’s Pulse Survey data Having a workplace mentor can help us feel like we’re getting somewhere, and like we have further to go. This not only strengthens employee engagement but also impacts employee […]

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How to Reward Your Employees During the Holidays

The holidays are a joyous and special time of year. There are celebrations of all kinds for many individuals. And with the holidays, come busy schedules. Work remains busy, while your employees’ personal schedules tend to become busier. During this eventful time, keeping your employees engaged while feeling valued is important. One of the best ways a business can do this is to reward and treat their employees for their dedication and hard work throughout the year. Here are some creative and meaningful ideas on how to reward your employees […]

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How Diversification Can Make a Difference?

Diversification can improve your current business. This is especially true regarding investments, which is a great frame of reference for understanding the importance of diversification. If 2020 has taught us anything, it’s that life is unpredictable, and anything is possible. The best way to protect your business is to ensure that your success is not dependent upon one revenue stream – aka: diversification.   Let’s explore some of the benefits of diversifying your business:  Minimizing the effects of market volatility – Market volatility is unavoidable, but it doesn’t have to be unbearable. By diversifying your business, you reduce the overall risk that comes with market fluctuations.  A boost in confidence knowing your business is […]

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How To Become A Better Mentor For Your Staff

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As a manager, you have the unique opportunity to become a mentor to those who report to you. Bosses who rise to the occasion and take on the role of mentor transform from the title of boss into that of a leader. The truth is that whether you rise to the challenge of becoming a mentor or not, your team members will still look to you for inspiration, guidance and support. By stepping into the role of mentor, you’ll empower your employees, thus creating a better culture and, in turn, customer experience.    […]

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How Can Business Owners Prepare For The Busy Season?

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The busy season is almost here—are you prepared? Have you thought about what you need to do to get ready for Spring? By following these tips, you can reap the benefits of the busy season while still maintaining a work-life balance. Tips to Prepare Yourself for the Busy Season Busy seasons can be challenging to get through in seasonal businesses. You’ll be required to put in long hours with the sense that it’s now or never during peak times. This stress can take a physical and mental toll. The key is being prepared and […]

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Winning Back “Lost” Customers

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What do you do when a customer cancels your services? Do you go with grace and delete their name from your files completely, leaving no trace of their former relationship with you? Or, you can set a new strategy into motion to win them back! You can refocus and sell them other products/services you offer. At the very least, you can keep them on a “cold contact” list to revisit periodically just in case something changes. Often, canceled customers get overlooked, but can yield results over time with very little […]

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Lead Generation Techniques For Small Businesses

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Continually growing a small business can be quite a challenge. Think about this: Even a business with a proven system had to invest time and money into proving that system. This is usually a matter of trial and error. People seem to dwell on the error part, but the path to a successful marketing strategy is exactly that, a process. Lead Generation Tactics for Small Businesses Here are some considerations that may help minimize the pain of getting leads and maximize your results for sales. Understand the Process of Leads […]

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Building a Profitable Green Industry Business Requires Attention to the KPIs

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Most lawn care operators got into the business because they enjoy being outside and providing green, weed-free lawns to their customers as opposed to sitting behind a desk crunching numbers.  But, as the business grows, the best operators have incorporated the right balance of data analysis into their management so they can track their progress.  This right balance of data analysis is often found through focusing on a set of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in the business. The Benefits of Using KPIs Not every number or piece of data is […]

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