Preparing for Change in the New Year
Posted: December 19, 2024
A new year is upon us when we traditionally make resolutions about our health and plans—but what about resolutions for your business? The New Year is an ideal time to embrace growth opportunities and consider canceling programs that failed to produce results in 2024. Look at Where You Are At As the year comes to a close, it is time to take stock of how...
Retain Top Talent with Retirement Plan Vesting Schedules
Posted: December 13, 2024
Your people are your most valuable resource, but how do you keep the stars in your company from moving on? Fostering employee loyalty in a hybrid and work-from-home environment could require more effort. Several strategies can inspire greater loyalty from the employees you want on your team. One effective method for incentivizing your employees is a well-structured vesting schedule. How Vesting Works “Vesting” means to...
Winter Weather Preparedness for Small Businesses
Posted: December 4, 2024
Winter weather can take a heavy toll on small businesses. The risks posed by storms, slippery walkways, and power outages can lead to financial losses. Taking steps to prepare your company and employees for the winter season can minimize business disruptions and claims filed for slip-and-fall accidents. The best overall advice is to be proactive. Evaluate any risks on the property to determine where problems...
8 Ways to Celebrate Thanksgiving at Work & Why It Matters
Posted: November 28, 2024
Thanksgiving is when we take the time to feel thankful for what we have. Usually, this is with our close family and friends. This season, spread gratitude around because your coworkers and employees deserve recognition, too. Help create a positive, engaging, and rewarding company culture using some of these ideas to celebrate at work. 1. Wall of Thanks Creating a wall of thanks is one...
A Retailer’s Guide to Loss Prevention
Posted: November 19, 2024
More than $112 billion was lost to retail shrinkage in a recent year, according to the National Retail Federation (NRF). Retail loss, or “shrinkage” as it is commonly called, is a severe problem in the United States. A retailer loses a certain amount of inventory due to damage, employee theft, and shoplifting. These losses affect your business’s bottom line and your livelihood. In a world...