Every business is different. While a 9-to-5 workday may suit some companies, there are a great many that need to operate at completely different times. For these businesses, having swing shifts are an important part of daily operations. While these shifts are commonplace, many businesses still struggle to coordinate them effectively. Here’s your guide to […]
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For businesses, getting new employees is difficult right now! It’s because of the acute skilled labor shortage. Everyone seems to be hiring, and there just doesn’t seem to be enough candidates to go around. The labor shortage means businesses are having to compete for each prospective employee and if you’re not adapting your hiring processes […]
The value of hard work is often drummed into us from a young age. “Putting the hours in” is seen as a desirable trait, and one that’ll ultimately get you the rewards you deserve. But while that attitude may have made sense in the age of manual labor, it’s less relevant to a world that’s […]
Employees are the backbone of any company by collectively keeping the business moving forward. As such, it’s important to not only keep employees happy, but also engaged in the workplace to ensure a positive working environment. However, the fast-paced nature of modern commerce also creates internal stress for managers and other employees. In fact, 75% […]
If your doors are open sixteen, eighteen, or even twenty-four hours in a day, then you probably struggle from time to time with your staff scheduling. Finding workers willing to work late night hours for extended periods of time is a constant battle. People want to be at home with their families. They want a […]
Having an employee schedule template is not a bad idea. Using Excel for the template is. Here’s why your employees wish you would ditch the spreadsheet.
Overtime could be causing great damage to your business. Companies up and down the country rely on overtime hours to help them function, but there are many drawbacks to this way of working, making the reduction of overtime a valuable strategy. Why Is it Important to Reduce Overtime? The most obvious reason to reduce overtime […]
Biometric time clocks may sound like something out of a science fiction movie or a dystopian novel, but they’re as real as it gets. Thanks to the advances of modern technology, business owners can now monitor their employees’ arrival and departure times using fingerprints instead of punch cards. While biometric time clocks can bring convenience […]
Word-of-mouth is one of the most effective ways to learn about a new business and a successful referral program can help you achieve this. We ask for product recommendations from friends and family because they’re the ones we trust the most. They’re also paying customers who are aware of our preferences. As such, their positive […]
Taking pride in your work is rarely a bad thing. In fact, a little extra dedication will improve your client’s experience and likely your bottom line as well. But what happens when we work too hard? What happens when we don’t use our paid time-off benefits? It turns out that not taking time off is […]
