One has only to listen to the media for a reminder of the current strong job market. Employer starting salaries and work/balance accommodations have arguably never been better, and many organization are practically begging for qualified new employees. And yet…countless job seekers with strong qualifications are falling short in efforts to gain new employment. For many, … [More]
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What to Know Before Hiring a Tax Preparer
Arizona Department of Revenue
The Arizona Department of Revenue is encouraging taxpayers to practice due diligence when selecting a tax preparer this tax season. Whether you prepare your own return or hire a tax preparer, you, the taxpayer, are ultimately responsible for what is filed. According to the IRS, over 50 percent of tax filers used tax preparation services in 2021. While the majority are … [More]
Start With the ‘Why’: How Good Project Leadership Drives a Digital Transformation
inbusinessPHX.com
The term “digital transformation” has become embedded in the business world’s vocabulary for companies large and small, as more of them incorporate technology to streamline their processes and customer interactions. Recent research shows 61% of IT decision-makers agree that the global pandemic forced their organization to begin or implement a digital-first strategy. It’s a … [More]
Long-Distance Leadership: Managing a Remote or Hybrid Workforce the Right Way
by Kate Zabriskie
Managing people who work from home is nothing new for many leaders, but getting the mechanics right can be another matter. With a few smart moves, anyone can learn to manage a remote workforce effectively. Move One: Recognize that you may have been thrown into the deep end of the pool without much of preparation. A lot of leaders who are managing remote or hybrid teams … [More]
U.S. Small Businesses Continue to See Strong Job Gains and Worker Pay Increases in January
Paychex
National small business job growth continued to increase in January as did earnings for workers, according to the Paychex | IHS Markit Small Business Employment Watch. The January data shows the Small Business Jobs Index, which measures the year-over-year rate of employment growth, gained 0.39 percent in January. At 101.33, the national index has increased 7.80 percent over the … [More]
EN NEGOCIOS: 6 estrategias para liderar equipos remotos de manera efectiva
por Edgar R. Olivo
Las empresas se están dando cuenta del potencial de las estructuras de trabajo híbridas y flexibles. Los líderes ejecutivos están enfocando su atención en desarrollar habilidades de liderazgo efectivas para un entorno de trabajo cada vez más remoto. Hoy en día, un líder ejecutivo tiene muchas opciones para coordinar la comunicación entre equipos grandes y dispersos … [More]
6 Strategies to Effectively Lead Remote Teams
by Edgar R. Olivo
Companies are realizing the untapped potential in hybrid and flexible work structures. Executive leaders are focusing their attention to developing effective leadership skills for an increasingly remote work environment. Nowadays, an executive leader has many options to coordinate communication across large and geographically dispersed teams, and achieving success for a company … [More]
Their Take: America COMPETES Act Is Essential Step Forward
U.S. Department of Commerce
Following introduction of the House’s America COMPETES Act, industry and labor leaders continue to call for swift passage of the President’s proposed $52 billion in chips funding. The calls from industry come on the heels of an alarming report released by the Department of Commerce last week, which confirmed that the semiconductor supply chain remains fragile, with demand for … [More]
10 Things to Know If You’re New to Cloud Computing
by Susanne Tedrick
Cloud computing has changed how people and organizations consume information technology products and services. Given the cloud’s flexibility and agility, organizations were able to use cloud services to continue mission critical operations and allow employees to work from home. According to Flexera’s 2021 State of The Cloud report, 36% of enterprise respondents said they expect … [More]
Are You an ‘Above the Line’ Leader?
by Stephanie Freeth
Great leaders ask great questions. Conscious leaders ask great questions and listen deeply. Conscious leaders stay present in the moment, untriggered by what happened 20 minutes ago or might happen 20 minutes later. Conscious leaders have self-awareness and an ability to locate themselves in each moment as coming from a state of fear or trust. These qualities of conscious … [More]
Grassroots vs. Government: How the Climate-Change Battle Is Trickling Up
inbusinessPHX.com
Throughout the world, governments have vowed to lower their countries’ greenhouse gas emissions in the fight against climate change. But while having the government take the lead in curtailing global warming makes sense for many countries, it can be problematic in the U.S., where the people are the real authority and a distrust of government hovers, says Frank Dalene, the … [More]
A Time of Invention and Reinvention: How Entrepreneurs Can Tap into Creativity
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The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many businesses to adapt or make major changes. The challenges presented required leaders to think creatively in order to solve problems and generate new ideas that can keep their companies competitive. Now with record numbers of people starting businesses and entrepreneurial veterans trying to stay afloat, creative problem-solving is a key … [More]
How Franchisees Can Recruit Successfully and Retain Top Employees
by Chris Buitron
Finding good employees and retaining them are major challenges facing many companies in various industries. The “Great Resignation” has seen millions of workers leave their jobs in recent months – over 4 million in September alone. Meanwhile, there’s a pronounced labor shortage in most states. For franchisees, attracting, hiring and keeping people who help the business … [More]
5 Key Steps to Manage an Underperforming Employee
by Edgar R. Olivo
It is already hard enough to hire employees during a pandemic, and managing a team under pressure can really test your leadership skills. Sometimes, a small business owner has to do everything to keep the doors open, even if it means keeping a few bad apples around. This may mean being tempted to hold onto an employee who is underperforming, because addressing difficult … [More]
EN NEGOCIOS: 5 pasos clave para gestionar un empleado de bajo rendimiento
por Edgar R. Olivo
Es lo suficiente difícil contratar empleados durante una pandemia, y administrar un equipo bajo presión realmente puede poner a prueba sus habilidades de liderazgo. A veces, el propietario de una pequeña empresa tiene que hacer todo lo posible para mantener las puertas abiertas, incluso si eso significa mantener algunas manzanas podridas dentro del equipo. Desafortunadamente, … [More]
Ransomware Readiness and Recovery: 8 Dos and Don’ts
by Bryce Austin
There were seven people seated around the table: The CEO, the VP, the CFO, the Special Agent from the FBI, the owner, the forensics technician, and the company’s CISO (Chief Information Security Officer). “Don’t pay,” was the CEO’s vote. Same for the VP. “Pay it,” was the owner’s response. The CFO nodded in agreement. “Paying could be a violation of Federal law,” … [More]
EN NEGOCIOS: Cómo desarrollar su estrategia empresarial con 35 palabras o menos
por Edgar R. Olivo
Con cada año nuevo, muchos propietarios de pequeñas empresas miran hacia el futuro para actualizar su estrategia empresarial de acuerdo con el panorama económico actual. Una estrategia empresarial es una herramienta importante para alcanzar los objetivos comerciales y definir las formas y métodos que debe adoptar dentro de su empresa. La estrategia empresarial también guía … [More]
How to Develop Your Business Strategy in 35 Words or Less
by Edgar R. Olivo
With each new year, many small-business owners look ahead to update their business strategy according to the current economic landscape. A business strategy is an important tool for reaching business goals and defining the ways and methods you need to take within your company. The business strategy also guides many organizational decisions, such as hiring, producing and … [More]
