When is a good time to recognize employees?

December 27, 2010

When is a good time to recognize your employees?  Answer: Anytime they do exactly what your mission statement says you hold as important values.  As you are looking for ways to make positive changes to your business this coming year, be sure to schedule regular recognition events for your employees.  Plan to have plenty of spontaneous recognition times as [...]

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New Years Resolution for businesses

December 11, 2010

As the current year fades into just a memory and the year end figures are being added up, it may be a good timeto think about ways to improve your employees production and morale.  Yes, it”s been rough for many businesses these last couple of years.  Most businesses have had to lay off valuable employees [...]

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Can a business goal have a negative effect?

November 15, 2010

Poor business goals can have a negative effect on the business.  Think about this:  Goals by design  focus attention and energy.  Managers need to insure that the goal they set for their employees to reach  for are in tune with your business ideals.    When you set goals for say, production levels, you are telling your employees that this [...]

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What is your business logo worth?

November 6, 2010

Businesses put a lot of attention to the details of their business logo.  They should.  After all, it  signifies their business.   You want people to feel good when they see your logo.  It instills confidence in your customers they are able to go to your company to satisfy a need of theirs.   That is pretty powerful stuff, to ask from [...]

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Letter from an award recipient

October 29, 2010

 Judy recieved an award we made for her volunteering efforts with the Ruby’s Pantry.  She was not aware she was to recieve this award.   Several days later she came to see us.  She had tears in her eyes and wanted to tell us how much it meant to her.  She told me she had been [...]

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What does every employer have???

October 23, 2010

If you are an employer, you have employees who : 1. Ache to make a difference; to your business, to society, to a cause, to your customers.  They need to know what they do is important. 2. Want to feel part of something special.  Let your employees know the big picture.  Are they just making bricks [...]

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Employee Motivation is NOT for Dummies Seminar

October 9, 2010

Employee Motivation is NOT for Dummies is a seminar to be presented on October 28th, at 10:30 am till Noon at the Waupaca ALe House.  Cost is $49.50, with a 50% discount if you are a Chamber member.   Who should attend?  Employers, managers, and supervisors in the Waupaca and surrounding counties.   Dr. Ramie Kaldas of Women’s Care [...]

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10 People Who Deserve a Reward

September 10, 2010

Here’s and excellent list found in the Advantages Magazine. 10 People who Deserve A Reward 1. Volunteers who contribute their time  or money to an important cause. 2. Students who excel in their grades or behavior. 3. Teachers who inspire those students. 4. Behind-the-scenes staffers who make it possible for salespeople or executives to do [...]

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