Welcome to 2022 … and a talent market in Modesto, across the state and nation, and around the world, that has changed drastically in the face of Covid-19. Power has shifted from employers to employees, and it looks like this picture won’t be changing anytime soon. It hit like a tidal wave with the Great [...]
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Even in today’s roller coaster economy, Modesto, California is on a sustainable growth track, with long-term businesses at its core. The reason is simple: businesses tend to stay in Modesto. Surrounded by one of the world’s greatest agricultural production areas, this city of 215,000 is located in the center of the North San Joaquin Valley [...]
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There’s a good reason why sports like hockey and soccer use the term “goal” to describe points scored, hopefully toward a victory. In business, as in athletics, goal setting can also be really, really good – or woefully disastrous - just like seeing your opponent shoot the puck through the net instead of you. In [...]
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Who doesn’t want to feel valued? It’s human nature, in life and at work. Employees who feel they are a valuable part of your business have greater motivation, loyalty, productivity, and innovation. There are numerous research studies to prove it. To cite just a few recent statistics: Sixty-five percent of employees who are recognized for [...]
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Showing your appreciation and gratitude to your employees lets them know that they’re improving, excelling, and contributing to the long-term success of your business. It also leads to increased engagement and loyalty and enhances people’s sense of belonging, being heard and valued, and feeling like they are genuinely part of a team. Numerous research findings [...]
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Despite the assumption that many people automatically have, employee performance improvement plans (PIPS) are not designed as the first step toward firing someone. Yes, this may be the ultimate outcome, but only as a last resort. PIPs show an employee that their organization understands their current challenges and is taking an active role in supporting [...]
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Building and maintaining a successful workforce takes more than just hiring the right talent. Some factors need to be present for your employees to stay happy and motivated on the job. Without them, businesses tend to experience high turnover and dissatisfaction, overall negativity, and potentially irreparable damage to their reputation and brand. What do your [...]
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If you want to succeed in a job – as in any aspect of life – the ability to problem solve is a must. And, showcasing your strong problem-solving skills during your job search is a real plus in the eye of potential employers. Problem-Solving Skills Defined Problem-solving skills are those traits that enable you [...]
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As you advance your job search, keep in mind that time management skills are always in high demand. Employers will assess your ability to effectively manage time because those who do are more productive, efficient, and likely to meet deadlines and deliver expected results. Time management is a combination of multiple skills that all add [...]
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Managing is about more than just making the numbers – although, of course, business results are critical. But you’re not going to get there without an engaged, satisfied, and productive team. And providing the right feedback to your employees on a regular, ongoing basis is key to making that happen. The best leaders continually coach [...]
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January 16, 2022
