How to Retain Employees in Your Small Business

How to Retain Employees in Your Small Business

Guest Article Small businesses may not be able to offer a huge benefit package or the salary of a major corporation to employees, but they don’t have to. The smart ones have a secret weapon that’s even more effective at attracting and keeping the best employees.  It’s the opportunity to be part of something and to make an impact. When employees can see how they’re helping the company grow, not only will the company grow faster, the employees critical to company growth will stay longer.  If you … [Read more...]

Is a Webinar Right for Your Small Business?

SmallBizChat on Twitter

Every week as SmallBizLady, I conduct interviews with experts on my Twitter talk show #SmallBizChat. The show takes place every Wednesday on Twitter from 8-9 pm ET. This is excerpted from my recent interview with @kimberliallen. Kimberli Allen has worked in the virtual collaboration industry for more than a decade, first through WebEx Communications, then taking the leap into entrepreneurship building a thriving virtual business.  Kimberli is a faculty member at American Management Association … [Read more...]

10 Things Your Employees Need From You As A Small Business Owner

10 Things Your Employees Need From You As A Small Business Owner

Your business can only grow as far as your hand can reach, which means you need employees. But your employees need to have a win/win relationship with you. Your employees are the engine that drives your business, but how well are you taking care of your most valuable asset? Are you focused on making sure that everyone on your team is driving in the right direction? Do you make sure your employees are comfortable talking to you? If you want your employees to work hard and be dedicated to you, you … [Read more...]