Jimmy’s Blog
How to Welcome a New Team Member
New employees often feel like they have a lot of new responsibilities and faces to learn on the first day. This can be very stressful and overwhelming. When a new employee is welcomed to your team, think about how you can help them get through their first day. Here...
Advice for Conducting Effective Interviews
It can help you build a strong relationship with the candidate and determine if they would be a good fit for your team. It's important that every candidate feels valued and included in the interview process. Having the proper interview guidelines can help you land the...
Navigating a Job Search While Working Full-Time
If you're looking for a new job, experts recommend starting your search while you're still employed. If you don't get a new job, your old one might not be waiting for you when you get desperate. Having a job allows you to feel secure and not look for a new job in a...
Effective Team Building for Remote Teams
During the pandemic, many people realized something surprising. They suddenly missed their teammates. They also learned how vital their communities are to their lives. Building a solid team when working from home takes a lot of effort. However, it's also worth it in...
What Young Professionals Need from Leaders
The expectations of today's young professionals differ from those of previous generations. They value the opportunity to develop their skills and knowledge and expect continuous feedback and support. According to a survey, young professionals and managers share the...
Empowering Employees to Be Better Leaders: Part 2
Here are three more things you can do as a manager to empower your team to develop stronger skills in leadership and independence. Offer Growth Opportunities It's important that your team members are not only able to grow but they also have the opportunity to pursue...
Empowering Employees to Be Better Leaders: Part 1
Aside from the employee, the employer also has a role in developing and promoting their employees. Having a well-rounded and engaged workforce is very important for businesses, as it increases employee productivity and engagement. Having the right people in place can...
Staying Productive While Working from Home
If you work from home, it's important to find ways to keep yourself motivated and organized. Doing so will allow you to keep focused on your work and not get distracted by the endless distractions of life at home. In this article, we'll talk about several productivity...
Navigating Difficult Conversations in the Workplace
Most people try to avoid conflict. However, when it comes to talking about difficult issues in the workplace, avoiding conflict can actually make the problem worse. Having these conversations can help improve involved employees' work and home lives. Unfortunately,...
Top Five Leadership Trends of 2022
The world has changed drastically over the past two years. Many facets of our lives have had to change and adjust to keep up with the times. For example, there are now more remote opportunities than ever before, with some companies embracing the hybrid workforce. This...