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Your Employee Just Asked for a Raise. What’s Next?

It takes guts to approach the boss and ask for more money. Treat the request with respect, and follow these important steps before you blurt out a yes or no.

October 25, 2023

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Promote an Employee Without Upsetting the Team

Give that manager’s job to the best candidate, then take these steps to ensure everyone on your crew is happy with the outcome.

October 18, 2023

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How to Prevent Employee Turnover Using Data Metrics

Data analytics can help organizations detect flight-risk employees and keep them on board.

October 16, 2023

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Wouldn’t Your Employees Enjoy Three-Day Weekends?

Adopting a 9/80 work schedule could boost productivity, attract and retain workers, and better meet customer service expectations.

October 04, 2023

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Even to a Technology Titan, Back to the Basics Is the Rule

Follow these commonsense tips to network, grow and innovate through your firearms retail business.

August 30, 2023

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How to Keep Your Team Prepared for Change

An agile workforce can more easily navigate change and turbulence.

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Keep Customers From Eyeing Up Your Competitors

Here are four reasons why you may lose customers and what you can do about it.

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Dealing With a Problem Employee?

Having trouble with an employee who isn’t working out well? Don't jump straight to termination. Here are your next steps.

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When’s the Last Time You Scheduled a Meeting With Employees?

Regular one-on-one talks with crew members creates a better work environment for everyone.

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Tips for Retaining Your Best Employees

It’s much more cost-effective and efficient to keep the employees you have rather than hire and train new ones. How do you retain your best workers

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How to Foster Accountability in the Workplace

Managers should strive to create environments that engage employees and bring out their best.

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Are You a Micromanager?

Just like in any small business environment, some retailers too closely oversee their teams and create an uncomfortable workplace.

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5 Steps to Battle Burnout for Your Busy Crew

Keeping your team happy and productive at the height of the busy season requires keen observation and effective communication from the boss.

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Oh No, Not Another Staff Meeting!?!

You’ve heard all the groans when announcing everyone needs to gather in the conference room. But well-planned staff meetings will make your business better.