Taking on a leadership role is a big deal. Whether you’ve worked up to the position from an entry-level job or become the owner of a new franchise, you’ve likely put in years of hard work to get where you are now. But with a new title comes new responsibilities. Luckily, there are ways you can prepare yourself for your new leadership position. Below are three tips to help you adjust to life as a first-time leader. Read on →

With any business that provides a service, it is important to not only keep customers happy but to keep them coming back. Below is a list of three ways you can make your customers feel appreciated and welcomed, which may result in them becoming loyal customers. Show Your Appreciation The role your customers play in the success of your business can not be understated. They are the main reason why you can keep your doors open, and your business in operation. Read on →

As an entrepreneur, being self-confident can be beneficial for you and your employees. Your employees will look up to you as someone they can trust to lead them in the right direction, and this will help them feel confident in their work. A workplace with confident employees is more likely to be successful. But being self-confident does not come naturally to everyone. For some entrepreneurs, while they may excel in business acumen, building relationships and having knowledge of their business or product, being self-confident may be difficult. Read on →

As a franchise owner, the pressure is on to recruit the best talent for your business. The right candidates can be found in a variety of ways, and with modern technology, there are a variety of recruiting methods to choose from. An efficient recruitment strategy will help you source applicants, streamline interviews and get the onboarding process started in no time! 1. Enhance Your Job Ads A thorough, descriptive job advertisement is a great way to capture the attention of job seekers. Read on →

We have all had times when we’ve wanted to increase our focus. For some, ignoring distractions is easy. For others, simple distractions can kick them out of the zone. Whether you are working on a challenging work task or a home project, it is always a good time to be hyper-focused and productive. As an entrepreneur it’s easy to go, go, go and forget about your health. As it turns out, if you take care of yourself, it can actually improve your focus! Read on →

If you aren’t actively trying to keep your employees engaged already, you should be. Studies show that upwards of 85% of employees are actively disengaged in their current workplace. But what does this mean for a small business owner? Employees who are not being engaged tend to be less productive in the workplace. There also tends to be higher turnover, a lower retention rate and poor employee morale in these types of workplaces. Read on →

Have you heard the term running around like a chicken with its head cut off? An entrepreneur’s day can be complicated, hectic and full of surprises. As a small business owner, you wear many different hats, every single day. It can be easy to lose track of time, feel unproductive and lack creativity from time to time. These situations can be amplified by disorganization or poor time management. It may be time to sit back, re-evaluate your current time management abilities and create a new system that works more efficiently. Read on →

Company culture is one of the most influential factors when it comes to employee retention and overall growth. Dissatisfied employees cost companies billions of dollars in lost revenue each year, and up to one-third of employees do not feel engaged at work. That’s why company culture is so important. As a small business owner, there are many things you can do to create a positive work environment for your employees. Read on →

Stepping away from the corporate grind to run your business full-time is exciting, but there will also be obstacles that you’ll inevitably face. Sometimes, it’s a challenge to stay on task when there isn’t a boss or colleagues nearby to remind you to. Other times, the long days seem to drag on. Entrepreneurship is defined as starting a business, risks included, with the intention of turning a profit. Beyond that, entrepreneurs wear many hats to make the business run. Read on →

Entrepreneurship is a journey that many begin, but not everyone continues. From starting a business from the ground up or purchasing a franchise, being your own boss comes with pros and cons. Depending on your professional goals, franchising may have the perks that you desire for your entrepreneurial journey. So, is owning a franchise right for you? Perks of Owning a Franchise While there is a long list of benefits of joining a franchise, here are a few key perks that can help you decide if franchising is the right decision for you: Read on →