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Reducing Employee Distractions and Time-Wasting Habits in Small Businesses
You’ve been running a retail shop in a hot location for years now. Out of nowhere, you get news from the local government that construction will be done right outside your door.
Once the initial wave of panic rolls over and starts to fade away, you begin to realize there’s a lot on the horizon, and that means you’ll need a plan. But, where do you start?
A few good, loyal employees have recently started approaching you seeking more hours.
When a trusted employee starts poaching talent to launch a rival business, it’s a gut punch that tests your leadership and strategy.
A trusted employee walks out without warning, leaving gaps and questions. Now, they want back in. Is their return a chance to restore talent and trust, or a risky gamble?
Very few things are as frustrating as a brilliant employee who consistently arrives late.
When two exceptional employees are vying for the same promotion, the decision becomes one of the most challenging yet crucial choices a small business owner can make.
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