Hiring is tough for everyone right now–big and small businesses alike are struggling to find the right people. But, as a small business owner, there’s a tremendous pool of workers that you can tap into–moms who are ready to leave the rat race and find work-from-home positions that provide flexibility and meaning. The pandemic forced
What is your top advice for small business owners looking to hire remote talent? Be patient. Sometimes it takes time for the right candidate to apply to your position. What is your top tip for working with a virtual team? Set up clear policies and procedures from the start. This includes knowing exactly when everyone
As the job market heats up, you may be looking for new team members but finding it difficult to attract applicants. In this market, it’s essential that your job posting stands out for all the right reasons. Job seekers have more choices now than they have over the last few years, and with school and
Having a thriving business can be extremely rewarding especially when a company’s growth results in expanding to onboard extra help. If a company owner has a managerial background, they will have some knowledge and/or experience when it comes to onboarding, training, and evaluating employees and their work. For the entrepreneur who is used to working
Having an accurate time tracking system in place is crucial in order to successfully manage remote work. It’s one of the best ways to monitor your team’s progress, understand your productivity rates, and properly measure your KPI’s (Key Performance Indicators). The three main reasons for time tracking are to gauge client work, to manage your
Hiring an independent contractor is a big step. It often means that your business is growing and that you are ready to take the next step to bigger and better things. Now that you’ve found the right person and agreed on a scope of work, it’s time to roll up your virtual sleeves and get
There’s nothing better than landing a great new team member-especially a remote team member. It’s a sign that your business is growing and you are ready to support additional people to help you get to the next phase. But, finding that person is often easier said than done. And the stakes are high. According to
Entrepreneurs often find themselves wearing too many hats. And at some point, it becomes obvious that hiring a contractor or team member make sense for growth, sustainability and sanity. Remote work has revolutionized the way small to medium businesses conduct themselves. It’s become an attractive and affordable option for many reasons and COVID-19 just helped
As a business owner, you often take on the roles of many people. You can find yourself working long hours and doing all of the work by yourself to keep your company afloat. When it gets so much that you can no longer keep up, it’s time to hire! You’ll want to determine if the
Ah, the cover letter – the sister document of your resume! It’s an important but often overlooked part of the job searching process, and one that demands more attention. Whether cover letters come across as an afterthought, are too lengthy, or simply lack any depth, there can be a number of errors avoided by taking
